[Stella Li]

Reminder:

The ASBC (Autism Society of BC) Burnaby Support Group proudly presents:

Building Cooperation and Motivation to Learn

by Alexia Stack M.Ed., BCBA and Anna Matchneva, M.Ed, BCBA

Date: Friday April 8, 2011
Time: 10AM-12NOON
Location: Studio, Suite #301-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby (across the Autism Society of BC)

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Alexia Stack M.Ed., BCBA
Alexia received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SFU in 2001, and her Master of Education from the UBC in 2006. Her graduate coursework concentrated on the area of autism and developmental disabilities.
More info can be found here: http://www.alexia-stack.com/About.htm

Anna Matchneva, M.Ed, BCBA
Anna received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) and her Master of Education, specializing in autism and other developmental disabilities, from UBC. She completed coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis and advanced training in Verbal Behavior taught by Dr. Vincent Carbone.
More info can be found here:http://www.istepahead.com/profile_anna.htm

TOPIC:

Building learner cooperation and motivation in intensive behavior intervention programs is critical for the acquisition of new skills and concepts. Having an in-depth understanding of the components required to teach learner cooperation and motivation, how to problem solve when motivation decreases, how to train staff effectively, and how to design measurement systems is imperative for the implementation of effective intervention programs. This workshop is designed to examine six core concepts for effectively establishing cooperative learning skills. Participants will partake in group discussions and video analysis in order to develop an understanding of the six core concepts: motivation, reinforcement and schedules of reinforcement, preference assessment, token economies, and refusals to cooperate.

Coffee/Tea and snacks will be provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP to help us set up venue, prepare handouts and refreshments.

Thanks.

[Stella Li]

Hi all,

On May 30, Richmond Parents Group Meeting will present “Occupational Therapy for Children with Autism” by Jessica Fung, OTR/L.

If you or someone you know has any question(s) for Jessica, please email to Paul (richmond.asbc@gmail.com) by April 30. The questions will be forwarded to Jessica anonymously and she will address them during the workshop.

Paul, Maria & Camelia
(co-facilitators for ASBC Richmond Group)

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Autism Society BC

Richmond Parents Group Meeting

Occupational Therapy for Children with Autism

by

Jessica Fung, OTR/L

Date: Monday, May 30, 2011
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Tyee room at Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond

Speaker:

Jessica is a highly regarded Occupational Therapist who has previously worked for many years as a behaviour therapist. Due to her exceptional skills in both disciplines, she is considered by many to be the ideal Occupational Therapist for children with autism.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to Paul (richmond.asbc@gmail.com), so we can prepare for handouts.

Paul, Maria & Camelia
(co-facilitators for ASBC Richmond Group)

[Stella Li]

The ASBC Burnaby Support Group proudly presents:

Building Cooperation and Motivation to Learn

by Alexia Stack M.Ed., BCBA and
Anna Matchneva, M.Ed, BCBA

Date: Friday April 8, 2011
Time: 10AM-12NOON
Location: Studio, Suite #301-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby (across the Autism Society of BC)

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Alexia Stack M.Ed., BCBA
Alexia received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SFU in 2001, and her Master of Education from the UBC in 2006. Her graduate coursework concentrated on the area of autism and developmental disabilities.
More info can be found here: http://www.alexia-stack.com/About.htm

Anna Matchneva, M.Ed, BCBA
Anna received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) and her Master of Education, specializing in autism and other developmental disabilities, from UBC. She completed coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis and advanced training in Verbal Behavior taught by Dr. Vincent Carbone.
More info can be found here:http://www.istepahead.com/profile_anna.htm

TOPIC:

Building learner cooperation and motivation in intensive behavior intervention programs is critical for the acquisition of new skills and concepts. Having an in-depth understanding of the components required to teach learner cooperation and motivation, how to problem solve when motivation decreases, how to train staff effectively, and how to design measurement systems is imperative for the implementation of effective intervention programs. This workshop is designed to examine six core concepts for effectively establishing cooperative learning skills. Participants will partake in group discussions and video analysis in order to develop an understanding of the six core concepts: motivation, reinforcement and schedules of reinforcement, preference assessment, token economies, and refusals to cooperate.

Coffee/Tea and snacks will be provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP (before April 1st) to help us set up our venue, prepare handouts and refreshments.

[Stella Li]

I'm posting this on behalf of another parent. If you have info to share please email me at shui@autismbc.ca
Thanks.

"We are moving back to BC in the summer and I am starting to do a bit of research on Aspergers teen groups or other programs for my daughter who will be going into Grade 8. We are planning to move to the North Shore, but do not yet have a house. I would also really like to talk to someone there about which high schools have a better reputation for dealing with Aspie kids."

[Stella Li]

Autism Society BC

Richmond Parents Group Meeting

Social skills for children with autism and special needs: an inclusive approach

by

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam M.Ed BCBA

Date: Monday, March 14, 2011
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Tyee room at Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond

This presentation is for parents/educators that are reflecting and looking for basic strategies for an inclusive classroom: therefore benefiting all children!

The presentation will include

· What are some different kinds of social classifications

· What is the 'real' reason for friendships?

· How can we develop them at school, home and social groups?

· How do we support our learners to keep on learning and striving for social success?

Speaker:

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam (M.Ed BCBA) is a behavioural consultant specializing in Lovaas style ABA for children with autism. She trained and worked with a Lovaas Replication Site for 10 years and was involved in opening clinics in the United States and in the U.K.

In September of 2007, Bohdanna and colleagues opened Harmony House Preschool, an inclusive preschool for children with autism and their peers. Currently Bohdanna serves as the Executive Director of Harmony House which has grown into a clinical facility that focuses on families and supports and supervision in home settings, social groups, homeschool club and parent support groups.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to Paul (richmond.asbc@gmail.com), so we can prepare for handouts.

Paul,Maria & Camelia
(co-facilitators for ASBC Richmond Group)

** We like to welcome our new co-facilitator Camelia Chirila for our ASBC Richmond Community Group

[Stella Li]

If you have good experience or know of any psychologist (other than the ABLE Clinic with a waitlist) for private autism diagnosis of children under age 6, please email me ASAP. Thanks.

shui@autismbc.ca

[Stella Li]

Autism Society of BC

Richmond Support Group Meeting

Social skills for children with autism and special needs: an inclusive approach

by

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam M.Ed BCBA

Date: Monday, March 14, 2011
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Tyee room at Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond

This presentation is for parents/educators that are reflecting and looking for basic strategies for an inclusive classroom: therefore benefiting all children!

The presentation will include

· What are some different kinds of social classifications

· What is the 'real' reason for friendships?

· How can we develop them at school, home and social groups?

· How do we support our learners to keep on learning and striving for social success?

Speaker:

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam (M.Ed BCBA) is a behavioural consultant specializing in Lovaas style ABA for children with autism. She trained and worked with a Lovaas Replication Site for 10 years and was involved in opening clinics in the United States and in the U.K.

In September of 2007, Bohdanna and colleagues opened Harmony House Preschool, an inclusive preschool for children with autism and their peers. Currently Bohdanna serves as the Executive Director of Harmony House which has grown into a clinical facility that focuses on families and supports and supervision in home settings, social groups, homeschool club and parent support groups.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to Paul: richmond.asbc@gmail.com, so we can prepare for handouts.

Paul & Maria
(co-facilitators for ASBC Richmond Group)

[Stella Li]

To: Jane Parker and everyone interested to find out more about ABA

Read the book "Sense and Nonsense in the Behavioral Treatment of Autism: It has to be Said" by Autism Partnership, DRL Books (http://www.drlbooks.com) 2008

There are so much valuable info in this book. You may find the answers to many of your questions, to clear misconception…

ABA could be a lifestyle. It can be used to teach people with autism or without autism of all ages. It can be used by teachers and coaches in classrooms or in sports activities without knowing they are using ABA!

[Stella Li]

The ASBC Burnaby Support Group will meet this Friday. Details are as follows:

Date: Friday January 28, 2010

Time: 10am -12noon

Place: Board Room, Autism Society of BC

#303 – 3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

(NE corner of Boundary and Hastings, one long flight of stairs from street level to 3/F, parking on Hastings or the back/ side streets)

This is a meeting for new parents running ABA therapy program. New parents, experienced parents, or parents who like to find out more about ABA therapy are all welcome. Come out to support each other in the journey of raising our special child. We will have facilitated discussion and sharing, with guidelines from handouts.

Coffee/tea and snacks will be provided.

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP to help us prepare handouts and refreshments, and pass this message to parents who may be interested.

[Stella Li]

Preschool Assistant needed
Posted on behalf of Harmony House:

Harmony House Cares, a non profit charitable organization is seeking a preschool assistant to support children with autism in our inclusive preschool setting.

Aplicants must have experience working with young children with autism: preferably in Applie Behaviour Analysis techniques.

Self motivation, team work approach, and the ability to receive and apply feedback is a must when working in this setting.

Training is provided by Harmony House Consultants and ECE.

The position is for Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings 8:45-11:45 at our Harmony House location in lovely Crescent Beach.

Please send resume including 2 letters of reference to: CA at hhschoolteam@gmail.com by January 28th.

A clear criminal recod check is a must. ABA experience is preferred.

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