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  • in reply to: Room Five: The FEAT BC Classifieds #8703
    Super Dad
    Participant

    A high-calibre team in the Oakridge area is looking for someone who will start as a line therapist but is capable of taking over the lead therapist role within a couple of months. The consultants are Colby Anderson and Sara White. Please contact abahiring@yahoo.ca

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6420
    Super Dad
    Participant

    REMINDER

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Estate Planning

    with
    Pat and Ric Tesan
    Parents, Mentors and Disability Advocates

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Oct 21

    in the
    Musto Room
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKERS:

    Pat and Ric Tesan are parents of a disabled adult, mentors for parents of disabled children, and disability advocates who have made important changes in government policy. Prior to her retirement from PLAN (the Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network), Pat has guided thousands of families with long-term planning, and has helped many disabled children achieve a level of independence and happiness previously considered unimaginable. Ric advocated for the creation of the Registered Disability Savings Plan, and has explained the RDSP to numerous families.

    TOPIC:

    This discussion will include the following:
    * Planning for major transitions;
    * Writing a Will;
    * Establishing a Discretionary Trust and appointing trustees;
    * Setting up a Microboard and appointing board members;
    * The importance of the Representation Agreement Act.
    * Person network development;
    * Government financial support (RDSP).

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6426
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Estate Planning

    with
    Pat and Ric Tesan
    Parents, Mentors and Disability Advocates

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Oct 21

    in the
    Musto Room
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKERS:

    Pat and Ric Tesan are parents of a disabled adult, mentors for parents of disabled children, and disability advocates who have made important changes. Prior to her retirement from PLAN (the Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network), Pat has guided thousands of families with long-term planning, and has helped many disabled children achieve a level of independence and happiness previously considered unimaginable. Ric advocated for the creation of the Registered Disability Savings Plan, and has explained the RDSP to numerous families.

    TOPIC:

    This discussion will include the following:
    * Planning for major transitions;
    * Writing a Will;
    * Establishing a Discretionary Trust and appointing trustees;
    * Setting up a Microboard and appointing board members;
    * The importance of the Representation Agreement Act.
    * Person network development;
    * Government financial support (RDSP).

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room Four: School Related Topics #3629
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Your Child’s Legal Rights in the BC School System
    The School Act and the Hewko Decision

    by
    Beverley Sharpe
    and others from the Hewko legal committee

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Sept 16

    in
    Oak Room
    in the South Building of the Delbrook Recreation Centre

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    Bev has accumulated years of advocacy experience as a litigant in the Auton/Anderson cases, legal committee member in the Hewko case, and director of FEAT BC. She will be joined by others involved with the various lawsuits.

    TOPIC:

    The discussions will cover the following:
    – Parents’ rights under the School Act,
    – Obligations of school boards surrounding IEPs, and
    – Implications of the Hewko case.

    This session will provide legal information that is particularly useful to those planning to attend the ABA Support Network’s “ABA in Schools” workshop.

    DIRECTIONS:

    The Delbrook Recreation Centre is at 600 West Queens Road, North Vancouver:
    http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=600+West+Queens+Road,+North+Vancouver,+British+Columbia

    For those going north/west on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn right at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd. For those going east on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn left at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd.

    Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated (but not required).
    Space is limited. Please email to tell us if you're planning to attend <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6438
    Super Dad
    Participant

    *** PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF TOPIC ***

    Due to unforeseen circumstances, the meeting with the WVPD has been rescheduled.

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Movie Night
    A Chance to Laugh or Cry with Other Parents

    Possible Titles:
    Adam (Hoping for Romance)
    The Black Balloon (Sibling Issues)
    Ben X (Bullying)
    Ocean Heaven (A Parents Love)

    in
    Welsh Hall West
    downstairs in the
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    MOVIES:

    Cast your vote when you RSVP:

    Adam: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185836/
    The Black Balloon: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0865297/
    Ben X: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0953318/
    Ocean Heaven: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1498858/
    Mary and Max: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0978762/

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6440
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Autism and Law Enforcement
    Mitigation and Contingency

    with
    An officer of the
    West Vancouver Police Department

    at
    7:00pm, Tue June 17

    in
    Welsh Hall West
    downstairs in the
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    An officer of the West Vancouver Police Department has graciously volunteered his time to answer questions and address potential concerns.

    TOPIC:

    Despite our best efforts, inadvertent violation (or perceived violation) of the law is possible for many of our sons and daughters regardless of age. There have been cases where the police have been called to North Shore schools in response to behavioural issues. There have also been cases where local children over 18 have been charged with criminal offences. In other cities, clashes between autistic behaviours and armed policemen have resulted in tragedies. This meeting is an opportunity for parents to discuss ways to prevent run-ins with the law, and what to do if it happens.

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6445
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Sports, Fine Arts, and Summer Camp
    Choosing leisure activities for children with ASD

    by
    Andrea Finch
    Parent, volunteer and lawyer

    at
    7:00pm, Tue May 20

    in
    Welsh Hall West
    downstairs in the
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    Andrea has volunteered her time to help other parents for many years. She has previously coordinated the North Shore ASBC Lecture Series.

    TOPIC:

    Andrea will lead a discussion on what to look for while choosing sporting activities, fine arts, and summer camps. Topics will include where other families have had great success and from where they have received funding for summer programs. She will cover a range of options, from those that are very specifically ABA-oriented, to general camps that are open to kids on the spectrum.

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room Four: School Related Topics #3634
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    School Consultation: What Can Parents Expect?
    How your behaviour consultant can help in the school setting

    by
    Kathryn Theroux, BCBA, RCC
    ABLE Development Clinic

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Apr 15

    in
    Welsh Hall West
    downstairs in the
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    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.

    TOPIC:

    The transition from early intervention to school-based programming can be confusing and difficult for parents. Kathryn's talk will share important information to help parents advocate successfully for needed supports and services. It is suitable for parents of preschool, elementary school, and secondary school-aged children. There will be a comparison of common elementary school and secondary school practices, such as creating IEPs and providing daily accommodations. Other topics will include Ministry of Education and school district policies, behavior consultant professional obligations, and suggestions on building rapport with school teams.

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room Three: Discussions about Government Topics #2318
    Super Dad
    Participant

    *** CHANGE OF VENUE ***

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Autism and Income Tax
    Tax deductions and credits, and preparations for audit survival

    by
    Douglas Querns, CPA, CGA, MBA
    Parent, litigant and advocate

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Mar 18

    in the
    Oak Room
    in the
    South Building
    of the
    Delbrook Recreation Centre

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    Doug is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience, as CFO and in other roles managing the finance of large organizations. He is a parent who has fought the government in court to get us the funding we now have. He is also an advocate who has convinced the government to provide direct funding instead of ineffective services not managed by parents.

    TOPIC:

    In this presentation, Doug will talk about:
    * Disability-related tax deductions and tax credits, especially those relevant to autism treatment;
    * Important deductions and credits not specific to disabilities;
    * Preparation of paperwork for treatment expenses, crucial for surviving potential audits;
    * Other topics such as RDSPs.

    DIRECTIONS:

    The Delbrook Recreation Centre is at 600 West Queens Road, North Vancouver:
    http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=600+West+Queens+Road,+North+Vancouver,+British+Columbia

    For those going north/west on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn right at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd. For those going east on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn left at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd.

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

    Please RSVP to <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

    in reply to: Room Three: Discussions about Government Topics #2320
    Super Dad
    Participant

    North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

    The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

    Autism and Income Tax
    Tax deductions and credits, and preparations for audit survival

    by
    Douglas Querns, CPA, CGA, MBA
    Parent, litigant and advocate

    at
    7:00pm, Tue Mar 18

    in
    Welsh Hall West
    downstairs in the
    West Vancouver Memorial Library

    GUEST SPEAKER:

    Doug is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience, as CFO and in other roles managing the finance of large organizations. He is a parent who has fought the government in court to get us the funding we now have. He is also an advocate who has convinced the government to provide direct funding instead of ineffective services not managed by parents.

    TOPIC:

    In this presentation, Doug will talk about:
    * Disability-related tax deductions and tax credits, especially those relevant to autism treatment;
    * Important deductions and credits not specific to disabilities;
    * Preparation of paperwork for treatment expenses, crucial for surviving potential audits;
    * Other topics such as RDSPs.

    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 <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

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