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North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Help for Siblings

by
Andrea Sharpe
ABLE Developmental Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tue Oct 18

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKER:

Andrea is a Behaviour Consultant with over 20 years experience working with people with developmental disabilities and their families. She completed her Masters in Health Psychology at the University of Southampton in England. She has worked as an intern in programs providing Applied Behaviour Analysis both in the UK and in California, before returning to Vancouver in 2001. Since then, she has worked as a Consultant in BC, Alberta, and Yukon. Andrea has completed a mentorship at Michelle Garcia Winner’s clinic for Social Thinking®, and specializes in developing social skills with a wide range of children and youth. In addition, she works with children and their families to develop strategies for reducing anxiety. Andrea does a combination of individual, group, and consulting work.

TOPIC:

The discussions will cover therapy for siblings of children with autism, with a focus on facilitated support groups.

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>.

Sincerely yours,
Facilitators for the ASBC North Shore Group

[Super Dad]

TONIGHT

Autism Society of BC

North Shore Monthly Lecture Series

Part 2 of the two-part series on
Legal Documents

with
Mary Hamilton
Emma Ferguson
DLA Piper LLP

at
7:00pm, Wednesday April 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKERS:

The speakers are two of the best-known trusts and estates lawyers in Canada:
Mary Hamilton: https://www.dlapiper.com/en/canada/people/h/hamilton-mary
Emma Ferguson: https://www.dlapiper.com/en/canada/people/f/ferguson-emma

TOPIC:

The topics for tonight are:

* Adult guardianship in BC (financial decisions, health care decisions, personal decisions, Temporary substitute decision-makers)
* Powers of Attorney
* Representation Agreements (s. 9 for health and personal care, s. 7 for management of routine financial matters and health care)
* Advance Directives
* Living Wills/Other Wishes

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>

[Super Dad]

Family in Oakridge area, with a cute sweet obedient child, is seeking a behaviour therapist to join an established team under the supervision of Semiahmoo Behaviour Analysts.

Please email: leomom2004@yahoo.ca

[Super Dad]

Autism Society of BC

North Shore Monthly Lecture Series
Special Presentation

Free Lectures for Parents
by a recipient of the
Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year Award

A two-part series on
Legal Documents to Protect Your Child’s Future
Your Will, Representation Agreement, Power of Attorney, and Other Important Items

with
Mary Hamilton
Emma Ferguson
DLA Piper LLP

at
7:00pm, Wednesday March 16
7:00pm, Wednesday April 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKERS:

The speakers are two of the best-known trusts and estates lawyers in Canada:

Mary Hamilton: https://www.dlapiper.com/en/canada/people/h/hamilton-mary
Emma Ferguson: https://www.dlapiper.com/en/canada/people/f/ferguson-emma

TOPIC:

The two evenings will cover important documents such as:

* Will
* Living Will
* Nomination of Committee
* Representation Agreement
* Enduring Power of Attorney
* Insurance Declaration or RRSP Designation

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>

[Super Dad]

Just a reminder about this week's Support Group on the North Shore:

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The Autism Society of BC (North Shore Parent Support Group) is proud to present:

Self-Care for Parents & Caregivers of Children with ASD

by
Kathryn Theroux (MA, BCBA)
Behaviour Consultant, ABLE Developmental Clinic

WHEN:

The presentation will start at 7:00pm sharp on Wed, January 20.

WHERE:

We will meet in Welsh Hall West which is downstairs in the West Vancouver Memorial Library, at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

WHO:

Kathryn Theroux is a board-certified behavior analyst, registered clinical counsellor, and associate of ABLE Developmental Clinic, Inc. She is also co-director of Summer Social, a summer program for children with social deficits, and an instructor in Surrey College's ABA Support Worker program. She has served school-aged children with autism and their families in BC for nearly ten years.

WHAT:

Parents, caregivers, family members, professionals – for anyone with a loved one with ASD, this workshop is just for you!

Come join us for a fun and honest chat about the ups and downs of living with/loving/caring for a child or adult with Autism or related disorders. Coping strategies, maintaining relationships, planning for the future – all this and more!

RSVP:

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>.

Sincerely yours,
Dave <dbridges1@shaw.ca>

[Super Dad]

I am posting on behalf of a parent:

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A long time FEAT parent would like to know if anyone has any experience, good or bad, with Community Ventures as a service provider for residential living. All responses will remain confidential.

You can email him at:
livewellaba@gmail.com

Thanks in advance for any information.
*********************************************

[Super Dad]

FREE MEMBERSHIP

Does everyone know it is now FREE to join the Autism Society of BC?

https://autismbc.z2systems.com/np/clients/autismbc/membershipJoin.jsp

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Avoiding the Holiday Humbugs:
proactive strategies to increase your holiday joy

by
Victoria Burney, MSc. BCBA
Andrea Sharpe, MSc
Behaviour Consultants with the ABLE Developmental Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tue Oct 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Andrea is a Behaviour Consultant with over 20 years experience working with people with developmental disabilities and their families. She completed her Masters in Health Psychology at the University of Southampton in England. She has worked as an intern in programs providing Applied Behaviour Analysis both in the UK and in California, before returning to Vancouver in 2001. Since then, she has worked as a Consultant in BC, Alberta, and Yukon. Andrea has completed a mentorship at Michelle Garcia Winner’s clinic for Social Thinking®, and specializes in developing social skills with a wide range of children and youth. In addition, she works with children and their families to develop strategies for reducing anxiety. Andrea does a combination of individual, group, and consulting work.

Victoria is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst who completed her Master's degree in Applied Psychology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Victoria has worked extensively within autism communities in New Zealand to support children and young adults in the areas of communication, social skills, academic skills and functional life skills, as well as working to decrease problem behaviours. She has experience working with adolescents with challenging behaviour as well as clients with multiple diagnoses (including ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Anxiety). Victoria enjoys using her knowledge of, and experience in, applied behaviour analysis to help clients and families reach their behaviour change goals. Victoria has recently relocated to Vancouver from New Zealand and is excited to deliver behaviour consultant services within the Lower Mainland.

TOPIC:

We will be discussing common stressors that families face during the holidays. They will explore strategies for both parents and children with the goals of staying calm, reducing stress, and having successful social interactions. Examples they will look at include preparing children for Halloween, supporting children to eat different foods, strategies for successful lengthy travel, being a guest in others’ homes, and keeping the myth of Santa Claus. Please bring your ideas and questions to this interactive presentation.

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>.

David and Dragos
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Avoiding the Holiday Humbugs:
proactive strategies to increase your holiday joy

by
Victoria Burney, MSc. BCBA
Andrea Sharpe, MSc
Behaviour Consultants with the ABLE Developmental Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tue Oct 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Andrea is a Behaviour Consultant with over 20 years experience working with people with developmental disabilities and their families. She completed her Masters in Health Psychology at the University of Southampton in England. She has worked as an intern in programs providing Applied Behaviour Analysis both in the UK and in California, before returning to Vancouver in 2001. Since then, she has worked as a Consultant in BC, Alberta, and Yukon. Andrea has completed a mentorship at Michelle Garcia Winner’s clinic for Social Thinking®, and specializes in developing social skills with a wide range of children and youth. In addition, she works with children and their families to develop strategies for reducing anxiety. Andrea does a combination of individual, group, and consulting work.

Victoria is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst who completed her Master's degree in Applied Psychology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Victoria has worked extensively within autism communities in New Zealand to support children and young adults in the areas of communication, social skills, academic skills and functional life skills, as well as working to decrease problem behaviours. She has experience working with adolescents with challenging behaviour as well as clients with multiple diagnoses (including ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Anxiety). Victoria enjoys using her knowledge of, and experience in, applied behaviour analysis to help clients and families reach their behaviour change goals. Victoria has recently relocated to Vancouver from New Zealand and is excited to deliver behaviour consultant services within the Lower Mainland.

TOPIC:

We will be discussing common stressors that families face during the holidays. They will explore strategies for both parents and children with the goals of staying calm, reducing stress, and having successful social interactions. Examples they will look at include preparing children for Halloween, supporting children to eat different foods, strategies for successful lengthy travel, being a guest in others’ homes, and keeping the myth of Santa Claus. Please bring your ideas and questions to this interactive presentation.

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>.

David and Dragos
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Avoiding the Holiday Humbugs:
proactive strategies to increase your holiday joy

by
Victoria Burney, MSc. BCBA
Andrea Sharpe, MSc
Behaviour Consultants with the ABLE Developmental Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tue Oct 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Andrea is a Behaviour Consultant with over 20 years experience working with people with developmental disabilities and their families. She completed her Masters in Health Psychology at the University of Southampton in England. She has worked as an intern in programs providing Applied Behaviour Analysis both in the UK and in California, before returning to Vancouver in 2001. Since then, she has worked as a Consultant in BC, Alberta, and Yukon. Andrea has completed a mentorship at Michelle Garcia Winner’s clinic for Social Thinking®, and specializes in developing social skills with a wide range of children and youth. In addition, she works with children and their families to develop strategies for reducing anxiety. Andrea does a combination of individual, group, and consulting work.

Victoria is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst who completed her Master's degree in Applied Psychology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Victoria has worked extensively within autism communities in New Zealand to support children and young adults in the areas of communication, social skills, academic skills and functional life skills, as well as working to decrease problem behaviours. She has experience working with adolescents with challenging behaviour as well as clients with multiple diagnoses (including ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Anxiety). Victoria enjoys using her knowledge of, and experience in, applied behaviour analysis to help clients and families reach their behaviour change goals. Victoria has recently relocated to Vancouver from New Zealand and is excited to deliver behaviour consultant services within the Lower Mainland.

TOPIC:

We will be discussing common stressors that families face during the holidays. They will explore strategies for both parents and children with the goals of staying calm, reducing stress, and having successful social interactions. Examples they will look at include preparing children for Halloween, supporting children to eat different foods, strategies for successful lengthy travel, being a guest in others’ homes, and keeping the myth of Santa Claus. Please bring your ideas and questions to this interactive presentation.

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels, taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).

Please RSVP to <northshore@autismbc.ca>.

David and Dragos
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

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