[Stella Li]

The following items are to be given away for free at the Autism Society office:

(1) Office desk: green colour with dark brown work surface, with single pedestal on right side: two drawers. Measurement: Height 30", Depth 30", Width 45".

(2) Two bulletin boards

(3) Binders and organizer

(4) VHS player

email shui@autismbc.ca if you're interested, first come first serve.

[Stella Li]

The Burnaby ASBC parent group presents the recently released documentary…

Medicare’s Orphans

We have a Medicare system in our country that purports to be universal, yet it excludes from coverage the only effective science-based treatment: ABA IBI from children with autism.

The minimal funding which exists today in BC ($22,000 under 6 and $6,000 from 6 to 18) provided through the Ministry of Children and Families is completely discretionary, not secure or protected by legislation and could end tomorrow. This is simply wrong.

Take this great opportunity to join Jean Lewis and David Marley, long-time treatment advocates, film producers and co-founders of Medicare for Autism Now! discuss:

· Why they made this film…

· Why did they make it now… and most importantly –

· How can you secure and protect your child’s treatment funding now and in the future?

Date: Friday, January 27, 2012

Time: 10am to 12noon

Venue: Autism Society of BC, #303-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

RSVP to Stella at shui@autismbc.ca before Jan 23rd.

For information about Medicare for Autism Now! http://www.medicareforautismnow.org

Within the political spectrum of this province and country, there is no natural band containing children. They can only get onto the political agenda by exception, and only through sustained action by parents who have the energy and skill to keep attention focused on children with special needs.

Joe Greene, Former Deputy Minister of Social Services, PEI

[Stella Li]

Thanks for sharing Joachim. This is so encouraging!
Alex, you, your ABA consultant and team are wonderful examples to us! I'm going to share the video with my son.

[Stella Li]

Correction of the previous post:

Date of the Line Therapist Training Class should be Saturday OCTOBER 29, 2011, 9:30am-3:30pm, NOT May7th.

Sorry for the typo.

[Stella Li]

Line Therapist Training Class

Based on Teaching Principles for Early Autism Intervention.

Harmony House is offering a one day class on May 07th, 2011 focusing on the principles of Lovaas-based Applied Behaviour Analysis and its application to the treatment of autism spectrum disorder. The class will address several topics that outline the basic foundation of a Lovaas-based treatment program and will include information on autism and general behaviour strategies. The main focus will however be on practical application with a 50% hands on approach in small groups, with the remaining time spent on larger group discussion and video reviews. The group will be facilitated by Harmony House’s program supervisor and interns.

Location

Harmony House

Camp Alexandra

(upstairsin the Joyce Mason Hall)

2916 McBride Avenue

Surrey, BC

Cost $40

Cash or cheque made out to Harmony House and mailed to:

PO Box 45004

12851 16th Ave

Surrey BC V4A 9L1

Morning snacks and refreshments will be provided.

As this is a very popular class and spaces are limited – spots can only be secured once payment has been received.

To secure a spot, payment must also be received by October 24th, 2011.

Please contact Joanne at 604.785.3889 or e-mail at joanne.t.ma@gmail.com

[Stella Li]

Post for a friend:

Looking for Behavioral Interventionist Position

Enthusiastic young man, SFU candidate, looking for BI position in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, or the Vancouver area. Able to commit for one year. Experience helping school-aged children with autism in church programs. Love kids, team player, fast learner.

If interested, please email or call Josh at josh.chien3@gmail.com or 604-526-7721

[Stella Li]

Reminder of the Autism Society Burnaby group meeting this Friday the 30th at 10am. If you need support on school issues particularly the use of Special Education Assistant, and you can come out during school hours but not the evenings, this meeting is for you.

Our upcoming ASBC Burnaby Support Group meeting details are as follows:

Date: Friday, September 30, 2011

Time: 10am to 12noon

Venue: Board Room, Autism Society of BC, #303-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

We’ll have a video presentation with handouts on Kathryn Theroux’s presentation on "Use of SEA support — pros, cons and how and when to reduce support?” followed by discussion and parent connections.

Topic:
Kathryn will present a brief summary of research on the use of educational assistants to teach children with special needs. She will also review recommendations on the most effective ways to employ special educational assistants (SEAs). When and how to reduce SEA support will be discussed in very specific detail, with many opportunities for audience questions and comments.

Speaker on video:
Kathryn Theroux, M.Sc., RCC, ABLE Developmental Clinic, is a behavioral consultant and counselor specializing in the treatment of children with pervasive developmental disorders and their families. Kathryn worked for three years at the New England Center for Children, teaching children with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis. She received her master's degree in clinical psychology at Long Island University in New York and moved to British Columbia in 2007. In addition to her private practice, Kathryn teaches in the ABA Support Worker program at Surrey College and co-directs Summer Social, a summer camp for children with social deficits, with registered SLP Jenny Gorton.

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

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP.

[Stella Li]

Reminder of the Autism Society Burnaby group meeting this Friday the 30th at 10am. If you need support on school issues particularly the use of Special Education Assistant, and you can come out during school hours but not the evenings, this meeting is for you.

Our upcoming ASBC Burnaby Support Group meeting details are as follows:

Date: Friday, September 30, 2011

Time: 10am to 12noon

Venue: Board Room, Autism Society of BC, #303-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

We’ll have a video presentation with handouts on Kathryn Theroux’s presentation on "Use of SEA support — pros, cons and how and when to reduce support?” followed by discussion and parent connections.

Topic:
Kathryn will present a brief summary of research on the use of educational assistants to teach children with special needs. She will also review recommendations on the most effective ways to employ special educational assistants (SEAs). When and how to reduce SEA support will be discussed in very specific detail, with many opportunities for audience questions and comments.

Speaker on video:
Kathryn Theroux, M.Sc., RCC, ABLE Developmental Clinic, is a behavioral consultant and counselor specializing in the treatment of children with pervasive developmental disorders and their families. Kathryn worked for three years at the New England Center for Children, teaching children with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis. She received her master's degree in clinical psychology at Long Island University in New York and moved to British Columbia in 2007. In addition to her private practice, Kathryn teaches in the ABA Support Worker program at Surrey College and co-directs Summer Social, a summer camp for children with social deficits, with registered SLP Jenny Gorton.

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

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP.

[Stella Li]

To be given away, used but work:

Toshiba VHS player (for videos, games)
2" and 5" Binders (for programs)
1" photo album binder (good for programming)
Two A-Z receipts organizer
Desk top organizers

Email shui@autismbc.ca
or call Stella 604-434-0880 at the Autism Society
pick up in our office in Burnaby (@Hastings and Boundary)

[Stella Li]

Richmond ASBC Parents Group Meeting

"Use of SEA support — pros, cons and how and when to reduce support"?

by

Kathryn Theroux, MS, RCC

ABLE Development Clinic

Topic:

Kathryn will present a brief summary of research on the use of educational assistants to teach children with special needs. She will also review recommendations on the most effective ways to employ special educational assistants (SEAs). When and how to reduce SEA support will be discussed in very specific detail, with many opportunities for audience questions and comments.

GUEST SPEAKER:

Kathryn Theroux, M.Sc., is a behavioral consultant and counselor specializing in the treatment of children with pervasive developmental disorders and their families. Kathryn worked for three years at the New England Center for Children, teaching children with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis. She received her master's degree in clinical psychology at Long Island University in New York and moved to British Columbia in 2007. In addition to her private practice, Kathryn teaches in the ABA Support Worker program at Surrey College and co-directs Summer Social, a summer camp for children with social deficits, with registered SLP Jenny Gorton.

Date: Monday, September 26, 2011
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Tyee room at Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond

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

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

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

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