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Brian McKinley
MemberABA Support Network
Burnaby Neighborhood Parent Group
First MeetingPlease join us for our first neighborhood support meeting in Burnaby. Meet other parents. Learn from those who have been at this for some time, or pay forward what you have learned along the way.
When: Thursday, October 20, 2011.
6:45 8:45 p.m.Where: Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch
4595 Albert Street, Burnaby BCTopic: To be determined
Contact: brianmckinley@shaw.ca
For info about ABA Support Network: http://www.abasupportnetwork.com/
MemberBURNABY DOUGLAS CANDIDATES TRY TO ANSWER THE QUESTION
Bill Siksay, NDP, says:
Thank you for your recent email requesting my position on the development of a national strategy for the treatment of autism and to amend the Canada Health Act. My New Democrat colleagues and I voted in support of Bill C-304 in the last Parliament at second reading but unfortunately, the motion to refer the bill to a committee was defeated by a vote of 155 to 113.
My New Democrat colleagues and I continue to support the call on the federal government by groups such as Families for Early Autism Treatment of BC (FEAT of BC) to work with provinces and territories to incorporate autism treatment as a publicly funded service. The federal government must find a way to fund autism therapy or treatment. The NDP understands that families with autistic children are desperately in need of support and that publicly funded treatment opportunities must exist for all children. We must work with the provinces and territories to find a way to include autism therapy in the health care insurance plan of every province and territory.
You may also be interested in some of the other initiatives my NDP colleagues and I have called for to address other issues faced by families dealing with a member who has a disability:
a disability tax credit and medical expenses tax credit that is fully refundable for all people with disabilities-even those on low incomes;
reimbursable tax credits and a national plan of support for people with disabilities (as suggested by the Centre for Policy Alternatives);
expansion of a special opportunities grant program;
development of a labour market strategy for people with disabilities, including one for the federal workforce, and expanded measures to help employers make workplaces more accessible;a global strategy for integration of people with disabilities into the labour market;
a commissioner's office to monitor federal compliance and advise Ministers about upcoming legislation and regulation;
implementation of long-standing recommendations for home care, prescriptions, and prosthetics;
national standards for people living with disabilities, uniform delivery system, and a single income support mechanism.Please be assured of my ongoing support on this important issue. Thank you for providing me with an opportunity to respond to your concerns on this issue.
Bill Cunningham, Liberal:
The answer is yes. My wife has an adopted younger brother who suffers from autism, so I know first hand how it can affect a family as well as the benefits of treatment. It should be covered under the Canada Health Act.
Ronald Leung, Conservative:
In regards to your question on science based research for autism Mr. Leung's honest opinion is as follows:
Research for and assistance of medical diseases (not the enabling of addiction) is important to Ronald. Having his PhD in computational chemistry he is someone who supports the advancement of science in it potential to cure diseases, however, the question you posed is quite broad. Ronald feels that the type of research proposed must be carefully examined on case by case basis by the medical community in order to examine its merit before it receives federal funding. Those living with autism deserve a shrewd health care system that is not frivilous with its spending but one that is thorough and yields the best results in medical research. He also believes proper assistance for those suffering from the disease who cannot help themselves.
I sent a request for Mr. Leung to try to actually answer the question, and received this response:
Respectfully, it sounds like you know more about perspective treatments that are being developed by the scientific community than someone who is approaching the subject from a broad, or philosophical perspective. "Science-based" is a very broad term, and is open to many interpretations which is why he hesitates to give a blanket yes. The concept of using all available resources at our disposal to help those whose lives can be improved by medical science is a noble and worthwhile goal.
Ronald does look forward to learning more about these initiatives, in order to be able to give an informed and concrete opinion on the initiatives at that time.
I have not received an answer from the Green Party Candidate.
My dilemma is this: Do I vote for the guy who actually voted for a national autism strategy when given the chance, or do I vote for the guy who says he definitely will if given the chance. I definitely won't vote for the guy who doesn't appear to understand the question.
MemberFree! One Playland Junior Season Playpass (for a guest under 48 inches tall)
We purchased one extra by mistake. If anyone can make use of it, please send me an email at brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberLEAD THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
Our team is guided by local consultant Kim Kirsch from EAP. Our nearly 6 year old daughter was diagnosed two years ago with ASD and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with rapidly developing social skills. She is doing really well in a regular Kindergarten class. She is very playful and enthusiastic. Her program includes peer play and community outings.
We would prefer someone who has experience as a lead, but will also consider those who have extensive ABA experience as a line therapist and are looking to make the move to lead a team.
Training will be provided. The position involves several overlap sessions per week with the line therapists as well as preparation for our team meetings, currently held every second Thursday afternoon.
Wages are negotiable depending on experience. We are very close to transit.
Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberLEAD THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
Our team is guided by local consultant Kim Kirsch from EAP. Our 5.5 year old daughter was diagnosed two years ago with ASD and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with rapidly developing social skills. She is doing really well in a regular Kindergarten class. She is very playful and enthusiastic. Her program includes peer play and community outings.
We would prefer someone who has experience as a lead, but will also consider those who have extensive ABA experience as a line therapist and are looking to make the move to lead a team.
Training will be provided. The position involves several overlap sessions per week with the line therapists as well as preparation for our team meetings, currently held every second Friday afternoon.
Wages are negotiable depending on experience. We are very close to transit.
Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
Our team is guided by local consultant Kim Kirsch from EAP. Our 5 year old daughter was diagnosed with ASD last spring and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with rapidly developing social skills. She is very playful and enthusiastic. Her program includes peer play and community outings. The program is progressing rapidly and we need one more therapist to round out our team. You must be available for 6 to 9 hours therapy time per week, plus team meetings every second Thursday. Training will be provided. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. We are very close to transit.
LEAD THERAPIST NEEDED in North Burnaby
Our lead therapist will be taking a leave in mid September and we need someone who is willing and able to fill the void for five or six months. Our program has been going strong for just over one year and our 5 year old daughter is doing really well. She is entering Kindergarten in the fall and we need someone to lead our team to help her with the transition.
Experience as a lead therapist would be preferred but we are willing to consider someone who has extensive ABA experience as a line therapist who is ready to make the jump to lead our team. Training will be provided. Our consultant is Kim Kirsch from Early Autism Project. Wages are negotiable depending on experience.
Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberLEAD THERAPIST NEEDED in North Burnaby
Our lead therapist will be taking a leave in September and we need someone who is willing and able to fill the void for five or six months. Our program has been going strong for just over one year and our 5 year old daughter is doing really well. She is entering Kindergarten in the fall and we need someone to lead our team to help her with the transition.
Experience as a lead therapist would be preferred but we are willing to consider someone who has extensive ABA experience as a line therapist who is ready to make the jump to lead our team. Training will be provided. Our consultant is Kim Kirsch from Early Autism Project. Wages are negotiable depending on experience.
Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
Our team is guided by local consultant Kim Kirsch from EAP. Our almost 5 year old daughter was diagnosed with ASD last spring and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with rapidly developing social skills. She is very playful and enthusiastic. Her program includes peer play and community outings. The program is progressing rapidly and we need one more therapist to round out our team. You must be available for 6 to 9 hours therapy time per week, plus team meetings every second Wednesday afternoon. Training will be provided. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. We are very close to transit.
LEAD THERAPIST WANTED
Our lead therapist will be taking a leave in September and we need someone who is willing and able to fill the void for about six months. Experience as a lead therapist would be preferred but we are willing to consider someone who has extensive ABA experience as a line therapist who is ready to make the jump to lead our team. Training will be provided. Wages are negotiable depending on experience.
Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
If you have some experience as an ABA therapist or you are looking to get some training and experience, please contact us.
We started our Lovaas program with our consultant from the Early Autism Project in mid-July 2006. We are now working with local EAP consultant Kim Kirsch. Our 4 and a half year old daughter was diagnosed with ASD last spring and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with a lot of language and rapidly developing social skills. She is very playful and enthusiastic. The program is progressing rapidly and we still need one more therapist to round out our team. You must be available for 6 to 9 hours therapy time per week, plus team meetings every second Wednesday afternoon. Training will be provided. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. We are very close to transit. Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca
MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NORTH BURNABY
If you have some experience as an ABA therapist or you are looking to get some training and experience, please contact us.
We started our Lovaas program with our consultant from the Early Autism Project in mid-July 2006. We are now working with local EAP consultant Kim Kirsch. Our 4 year old daughter was diagnosed with ASD last spring and is extremely high functioning and delightful, with a lot of language and rapidly developing social skills. She is very playful and enthusiastic. The program is progressing rapidly and we need one more therapist to round out our team. You must be available for 6 to 12 hours therapy time per week, plus team meetings every second Wednesday afternoon. Training will be provided. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. Please contact brianmckinley@shaw.ca.
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