[Micky So]

Hi All,

There are still a few spots left. I encourage all parents or potential therapists to take this class. Great opportunity to learn from the best.
cheers, Micky

Line Therapist Training Class
Based on Teaching Principles for
Early Autism Intervention

A one day class will be offered on May 5, 2007 and will be based 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 two highly experienced lead therapists.

Topics to be covered:
• The key principles of discrete trial teaching
• Prompting
• Different types
• What is it and how best to use it
• The various steps involved in a child acquiring a skill
• Reinforcement
• How to identify
• How to use
• General discussion around behaviours and the language used
• Strategies for data collection

Who would benefit most from the class:
• Interested therapists or current line therapists
• Classroom teachers and support staff
• Those who may be supporting children with autism in other capacities.

Date and Time: May 5, 2007 at 9:30-2:30pm
Morning snacks and refreshments will be provided
Location: Brookswood Baptist Church 20581 36th Ave, Langley
BC.

Cost: $35 per person (Cash or cheque made out to Breaking Barriers)

Registration:
Kelley Lloyd-Jones Gabrielle Stigant
604-812-7720 604-787-9816
lloydjon@telus.net gabstigant@yahoo.ca

*Early registration is recommended please contact by email or phone. Once registered the address for the registration fee to be sent to will be given.

About the facilitators
Gabrielle Stigant and Kelley Lloyd-Jones will be the two Lead therapists facilitating the upcoming class. Both individuals are well experienced and highly trained Lead therapists who have been working in the field of behavioural intervention with children with autism for many years. Together they have logged over 7000 hours with over 30 children ranging in ages from 2 to 13 years of age. They have been involved in training new staff and supporting existing teams and have both acted as support staff to children in the preschool and elementary school settings. They are experienced in working with many highly respected behaviour consultants who currently work in this province and share a vast knowledge in the areas of discrete trial teaching, data collection, behaviour modification and how to train other staff.

*Please be advised that this training class does not allow a participant to run an ABA program without direction by an approved Consultant. It is for educational purposes only.

[Micky So]

Hi All,
Gabrielle Stigant is my lead therapist for my son. Gabs and Kelly are 2 of the most experienced therapist out there. I would recommend this course to any parent or future therapist.

Line Therapist Training Class
Based on Teaching Principles for
Early Autism Intervention

A one day class will be offered on June 2, 2007 and will be based 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 two highly experienced lead therapists.

Topics to be covered:
· The key principles of discrete trial teaching
· Prompting
· Different types
· What is it and how best to use it
· The various steps involved in a child acquiring a skill
· Reinforcement
· How to identify
· How to use
· General discussion around behaviours and the language used
· Strategies for data collection

Who would benefit most from the class:
· Interested therapists or current line therapists
· Classroom teachers and support staff
· Those who may be supporting children with autism in other capacities.

Date and Time: June 2, 2007 at 9:30-2:30pm
Morning snacks and refreshments will be provided
Location: MS Centre; 1004 North Park, Victoria, British Columbia
Cost: $35 per person (Cash or cheque made out to Breaking Barriers)
*Cash or cheque must be sent in advanced by May 30, 2007*

Registration:
Kelley Lloyd-Jones
604-812-7720
lloydjon@telus.net

Gabrielle Stigant
604-787-9816
gabstigant@yahoo.ca

*Early registration is recommended please contact by email or phone. Once registered the address for the registration fee to be sent to will be given.

About the facilitators
Gabrielle Stigant and Kelley Lloyd-Jones will be the two Lead therapists facilitating the upcoming class. Both individuals are well experienced and highly trained Lead therapists who have been working in the field of behavioural intervention with children with autism for many years. Together they have logged over 7000 hours with over 30 children ranging in ages from 2 to 13 years of age. They have been involved in training new staff and supporting existing teams and have both acted as support staff to children in the preschool and elementary school settings. They are experienced in working with many highly respected behaviour consultants who currently work in this province and share a vast knowledge in the areas of discrete trial teaching, data collection, behaviour modification and how to train other staff.

*Please be advised that this training class does not allow a participant to run an ABA program without direction by an approved Consultant. It is for educational purposes only.

[Micky So]

wtb: 20-40 piece puzzle sets

Hi All,

My son who is 3.5yrs old has taken a real liking to puzzles….currently he loves his Thomas the Train & Dora the Explorer puzzle sets. If you have any 20-40 piece puzzle sets for sale, please contact me at micky.so@maxxium.com or 778-837-5427

[Micky So]

FYI, great workshop for family members or therapists to attend…read below.

Due to the size of the wait list from the last workshop, another workshop will be offered on Feb. 17th at the same location. There are a few spaces left, if interested please register ASAP

Line Therapist Training Class
Based on Teaching Principles for
Early Autism Intervention

A one day class will be offered on February 17, 2007 and will be based 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 two highly experienced lead therapists.

Topics to be covered:
· The key principles of discrete trial teaching
· Prompting
· Different types
· What is it and how best to use it
· The various steps involved in a child acquiring a skill
· Reinforcement
· How to identify
· How to use
· General discussion around behaviours and the language used
· Strategies for data collection

Who would benefit most from the class:
· Interested therapists or current line therapists
· Classroom teachers and support staff
· Those who may be supporting children with autism in other capacities.

Date and Time: January 20, 2007 at 9:30am-2:30pm
Morning snacks and refreshments will be provided
Location: Semiahmoo House at 15306 24th Avenue,
Surrey BC.
Cost: $35 per person (Cash or cheque made out to Breaking Barriers)

Registration:
Kelley Lloyd-Jones Gabrielle Stigant
604-812-7720 604-787-9816
lloydjon@telus.net gabstigant@yahoo.ca

*Early registration is recommended

About the facilitators
I am pleased to announce that Gabrielle Stigant and Kelley Lloyd-Jones will be the two Lead therapists facilitating the upcoming class. Both individuals are well experienced and highly trained Lead therapists who have been working in the field of behavioural intervention with children with autism for many years. Together they have logged over 7000 hours with over 30 children ranging in ages from 2 to 13 years of age. They have been involved in training new staff and supporting existing teams and have both acted as support staff to children in the preschool and elementary school settings. They are experienced in working with many highly respected behaviour consultants who currently work in this province and share a vast knowledge in the areas of discrete trial teaching, data collection, behaviour modification and how to train other staff.

*Please be advised that this training class does not allow a participant to run an ABA program without direction by an approved Consultant. It is for educational purposes only.

[Micky So]

Hi All,

Does anyone have a good condition Thomas The Train Table for sale?…..if you do, please send me an email to micky.so@maxxium.com or call me at 778-837-5427…thxs, Micky

[Micky So]

Hi All, great opportunity from 2 of the most experienced Lead Therapists. I have attended the training session and would recommend these training classes for any parent or line therapists regardless of experience.

Line Therapist Training Class
Based on Teaching Principles for
Early Autism Intervention

A one day class will be offered on January 20, 2007 and will be based 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 two highly experienced lead therapists.

Topics to be covered:
• The key principles of discrete trial teaching
• Prompting
• Different types
• What is it and how best to use it
• The various steps involved in a child acquiring a skill
• Reinforcement
• How to identify
• How to use
• General discussion around behaviours and the language used
• Strategies for data collection

Who would benefit most from the class:
• Interested therapists or current line therapists
• Classroom teachers and support staff
• Those who may be supporting children with autism in other capacities.

Date and Time: January 20, 2007 at 9:30am-2:30pm
Morning snacks and refreshments will be provided
Location: Semiahmoo House at 15306 24th Avenue,
Surrey BC.
Cost: $35 per person (Cash or cheque made out to Breaking Barriers)

Registration:
Kelley Lloyd-Jones Gabrielle Stigant
604-812-7720 604-787-9816
lloydjon@telus.net gabstigant@yahoo.ca

*Early registration is recommended

About the facilitators
I am pleased to announce that Gabrielle Stigant and Kelley Lloyd-Jones will be the two Lead therapists facilitating the upcoming class. Both individuals are well experienced and highly trained Lead therapists who have been working in the field of behavioural intervention with children with autism for many years. Together they have logged over 7000 hours with over 30 children ranging in ages from 2 to 13 years of age. They have been involved in training new staff and supporting existing teams and have both acted as support staff to children in the preschool and elementary school settings. They are experienced in working with many highly respected behaviour consultants who currently work in this province and share a vast knowledge in the areas of discrete trial teaching, data collection, behaviour modification and how to train other staff.

*Please be advised that this training class does not allow a participant to run an ABA program without direction by an approved Consultant. It is for educational purposes only.

[Micky So]

Thxs Martin,

Much apppreciated, however after reading the link, I am still confused….net, net, I think understand the eligibility part, however, do we get anymore tax breaks other than deferred taxes similar to an RESP? If anyone knows, please advise, thxs, Micky

[Micky So]

Hi All,

I was reading the Globe and Mail today (front page) titled "Early Gift for Caregivers" which talks about parents with severly diabled children will be able to set aside up to $200,000 tax free for their care, in the same manner that parents can now create savings plans for the higher education of their children.

Does anyone know if this applies to parents of Autistic kids?

[Micky So]

*Peer Play Date Sample Letter*

Hello,

Does anyone have a sample letter in regards to asking other parents about setting up a peer play date with his classmates? If yes, please email me your sample to micky.so@maxxium.com. Thxs, Micky

[Micky So]

****toys wanted***

Hello all, my son is 3yrs old and has been in therapy for a little over a year now…he is doing really well, but seems to go through toys really quickly, if anyone has some toys for sale, I would be interested in buying them from you. Please email me at micky.so@maxxium.com or call me at 778-837-5427…cheers ,Micky

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