[Super Dad]

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)
Bex 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, Dragos and Tina
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Advocacy in School
Survival in the Public School System

by
Jean Lewis
Parent and Advocate

at
7:00pm, Tue June 18

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKER:

Jean Lewis is one of most prominent autism advocates in the history of Canada. She was previously a founding director of FEAT BC, plus a litigant and member of the legal steering committees for both Auton and Hewko. Jean is currently continuing the advocacy in multiple roles, including directorship of Medical for Autism Now.

TOPIC:

Jean will present her approach to advocacy in the public school system. This approach is based on the principle that there should be no compromise in the fight for a child’s human rights, and we should accept nothing less than a full implementation of the medically necessary support.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Stereotypy
Assessment and Treatment

by
Sarah Pastrana, MSc, BCBA
Behaviour Consultant

at
7:00pm, Tue May 21

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKER:

Sarah Pastrana has been in the field since 2002, and has been worked under the supervision of Sharon Baxter and Dr. Sara White. She obtained her master’s degree from St. Cloud State University, which has one of the world’s best master’s programs in ABA. Sarah has wide experience from working in numerous home-based treatment programs and in two residential ABA teaching homes. She also teaches a course in the ABA Support Worker Program at Surrey College.

TOPIC:

Sarah will discuss:
– Functions of stereotypy;
– Treatment options supported by research;
– Assessment and treatment in the home setting.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Tough Topics
Managing Difficult Decisions about Your Child's Care

by
Kathryn Theroux, M.S., RCC
ABLE Development Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tue Apr 16

in the
Musto Room
of the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

GUEST SPEAKER:

Kathryn Theroux, MS, RCC, is a clinical counsellor, behavior consultant, and intern at ABLE Developmental Clinic, Inc. During the school year she works with families of children with special needs to increase skills and reduce problem behaviors. She is also a part of ABLE’s autism diagnostic team. Her work includes supporting families to set meaningful goals and designing treatment plans that help parents, teachers, and kids work well together. She is a firm believer in evidence-based practice and data-based decision-making.

TOPIC:

Kathryn will discuss a few particularly tough topics for parents of children with autism, such as sexuality and vulnerability. She will provide case studies, but parents are welcome to talk about their own children. Please bring questions about difficult decisions you’ve been facing, and be prepared to share your experience with situations that are tough for others.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Taxes and Autism

by
Dave Taylor
Parent, Volunteer, Advocate

at
7:00pm, Wed Mar 20

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

GUEST SPEAKER:

Dave Taylor is the parent of a child with autism and has been running an expensive home-based ABA program for 8 years.

Dave has done extensive research into the financial side of managing an ABA team, and has gathered information on all kinds of issues, from his own experiences and from feedback from other parents.

TOPIC:

Some of the topics that Dave will cover during this meeting are:

– The new Family Care Giver Amount tax credit
– Disability Tax Credit
– Medical Expenses
– Federal tax credits and tips for tax time

This is a must-see presentation for anyone that is running or thinking of setting up a home based ABA program. The content of this presentation applies to programs for individuals from pre-diagnosis to age 18.

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)

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Augmentative Communication in the Classroom Setting
How an iPad Can Promote Classroom Integration

by
Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam, M.Ed., BCBA
Executive Director of Harmony House CARES

at
7:00pm, Tues Feb 19

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

TOPIC:

This presentation is about the use of augmentative communication systems to facilitate classroom integration, with focus on the iPad. The strategies covered are useful for teachers, aides and parents.

GUEST SPEAKER:

Bohdanna has been involved with children with autism for the past 2 decades. Bohdanna’s background includes teaching in the public school system in the states as well as working as a Clinical Director at a Lovaas’ replication site. Bohdanna prides herself on working with families to advocate for their children’s individual needs both in the home and school settings. She has travelled around the world opening clinics in the UK, USA and Canada. Bohdanna graduated from UBC with a Masters in Special Education/Counseling and Psychology with emphasis in autism. She is also a board certified behaviour analyst.

Bohdanna is the Executive Director of Harmony House CARES, a facility that serves children with autism in the Vancouver area. She is responsible for overseeing the preschool and day to day running of Harmony House. She continues to hold a small case load of children with autism who seek services from Harmony House and provides monthly supervision to staff. She lives in Surrey with her husband and three children ranging in age from 9-20.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Augmentative Communication in the Classroom Setting
How an iPad Can Promote Classroom Integration

by
Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam, M.Ed., BCBA
Executive Director of Harmony House CARES

at
7:00pm, Tues Feb 19

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

TOPIC:

This presentation is about the use of augmentative communication systems to facilitate classroom integration, with focus on the iPad. The strategies covered are useful for teachers, aides and parents.

GUEST SPEAKER:

Bohdanna has been involved with children with autism for the past 2 decades. Bohdanna’s background includes teaching in the public school system in the states as well as working as a Clinical Director at a Lovaas’ replication site. Bohdanna prides herself on working with families to advocate for their children’s individual needs both in the home and school settings. She has travelled around the world opening clinics in the UK, USA and Canada. Bohdanna graduated from UBC with a Masters in Special Education/Counseling and Psychology with emphasis in autism. She is also a board certified behaviour analyst.

Bohdanna is the Executive Director of Harmony House CARES, a facility that serves children with autism in the Vancouver area. She is responsible for overseeing the preschool and day to day running of Harmony House. She continues to hold a small case load of children with autism who seek services from Harmony House and provides monthly supervision to staff. She lives in Surrey with her husband and three children ranging in age from 9-20.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Long Term Planning for Security and Happiness

by
Pat Tesan

Parent, Advocate, Mentor
and retiree from the
Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network

at
7:00pm, Tues Jan 15

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

TOPIC:

This presentation covers the timeline of preparations to be made at various stages of a disabled child’s growth, in order to provide the maximum support for a secure and happy life. Topics include: wills, trusts, and estate planning; the Registered Disability Savings Plan; person network development; government financial support; etc.

GUEST SPEAKER:

Pat Tesan is a parent who has successfully helped her disabled adult child achieve a level of independence and dignity which many consider impossible. Prior to retirement, she has mentored thousands of families as an employee of PLAN (the Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network). Pat has inspired countless parents with her strength and optimism, and has given them the hope and the tools to do what may have previously seemed unimaginable.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Legal Documents to Protect Your Child’s Future

by
Mary Hamilton, Davis LLP
recently named
Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year

at
7:00pm, Tues Nov 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

TOPIC:

The presentation will cover the following documents:

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

GUEST SPEAKER:

Mary Hamilton is associate counsel with Davis LLP and leads the firm's Wills, Estates and Trusts group. Mary has almost 25 years of experience in matters relating to wills, trusts and estate administration. She has held senior positions with the various wills, estates and trusts groups in Vancouver and was named Vancouver Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year 2011 by the Best Lawyers organization.

Mary is generally considered the best lawyer available for advising executors, administrators and trustees about the probate process, and for administration of estates and trusts. She is also highly sought-after for the preparation of powers of attorney, nominations of committee and representation agreements, and for advising attorneys, committees and representatives about their roles and responsibilities.

Mary lectures frequently to client groups and to lawyers on topics pertaining to wills, estates and incapacity. She also shares her expertise with other lawyers in British Columbia by co-authoring an annotated precedent book on Wills, and co-editing practice manuals on both Estate Planning and Estate Administration. Mary is a past member of several advisory committees creating and editing course material, booklets, or precedent documents for the Continuing Legal Education Society and the Law Society of British Columbia.

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 Dragos at <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Legal Documents to Protect Your Child’s Future

by
Mary Hamilton, Davis LLP
recently named
Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year

at
7:00pm, Tues Nov 20

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

TOPIC:

The presentation will cover the following documents:

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

GUEST SPEAKER:

Mary Hamilton is associate counsel with Davis LLP and leads the firm's Wills, Estates and Trusts group. Mary has almost 25 years of experience in matters relating to wills, trusts and estate administration. She has held senior positions with the various wills, estates and trusts groups in Vancouver and was named Vancouver Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year 2011 by the Best Lawyers organization.

Mary is generally considered the best lawyer available for advising executors, administrators and trustees about the probate process, and for administration of estates and trusts. She is also highly sought-after for the preparation of powers of attorney, nominations of committee and representation agreements, and for advising attorneys, committees and representatives about their roles and responsibilities.

Mary lectures frequently to client groups and to lawyers on topics pertaining to wills, estates and incapacity. She also shares her expertise with other lawyers in British Columbia by co-authoring an annotated precedent book on Wills, and co-editing practice manuals on both Estate Planning and Estate Administration. Mary is a past member of several advisory committees creating and editing course material, booklets, or precedent documents for the Continuing Legal Education Society and the Law Society of British Columbia.

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 Dragos at <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

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

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