UM-NSU CARD: Week of September 1, 2008
Steve Ostroff
NEXT WEEK AT
September 2, 2008
UM-NSU CARD: Broward Grupo de Apoyo
(DMC Branch)
Organizador: Luis Grana
Hora: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
For more information please contact at: 954.262.7111 or lez...@nova.edu
September 4, 2008
UM-NSU CARD: Parent's Coffee Break NEW!
Facilitator: Carol Nigro
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Locations: Various
For more information on locations please contact at: 954.385.6280or cni...@psy.miami.edu
******************OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS******************
Stay informed about CARD news, community activities
and events,
family and professional workshops and conferences,
and other important information.
http://www.umcard.org/files/Newsletter.pdf
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ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES
with
Jillian Mehler, MT-BC, NMT
"HOW MUSIC THERAPY COULD HELP YOUR CHILD"
AND
Jorge Navarro
Director of Innerability
"USING FITNESS & MOVEMENT TO PROMOTE SELF-CONFIDENCE & ESTEEM"
9:30- 11:30 a.m.
UM-NSU CARD
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
5665 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
RSVP by September 3 to Maria Lis at 305-284-5263
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The Autism Spectrum Assessment Clinic (ASAC),
located in Coral Gables, Florida, provides comprehensive psychological evaluations to children and adults to investigate the possibility of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The purposes of the evaluation are to determine current level of functioning, clarify diagnosis, and provide treatment recommendations. ASAC includes a team of highly experienced professionals who specialize in diagnosing or ruling out ASDs, including clinical and school psychologists, doctoral level psychology students, behavior analysts, and consulting clinicians from CARD who assist in the assessment process and who ensure that individuals diagnosed with autism and their families are connected to CARD services and supports. State-of-the-art assessment measures, such as the
ADOS and ADI-R are used in ASAC evaluations.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call
(305) 284-6140 or visit our website at www.psy.miami.edu/asac
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Together… You & Me
Engage your child and share the moment
"Important elements of intervention programs for preschool children with autism include a focus on the development of pragmatic and functional communication skills (whether verbal or non-verbal), joint engagement and joint social activities, promotion of emotional engagement and regulation, and helping parents to manage behavioral tantrums and maladaptive routines." (Charman, T., Autism & Its Impact on Child Development, Institute of Child Health, UK. Published online Sept. 16, 2005)
Interactive program for 2 year olds
Modeling strategies for increasing social engagement & joint attention between parents and toddlers
10:00 –11:00 a.m.
8 sessions total, 2 sessions per week
Tuesday September 2
Thursday September 4
Tuesday September 9
Thursday September 11
Tuesday September 16
Thursday September 18
Tuesday September 23
Thursday September 25
NSU Satellite CARD Office
Facilitator: Lori Wise
Cost: FREE
To Register: Call (954) 262-7111
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General Meeting Notice
~Topic~
After School Programs for
Children with Autism & Aspergers
Thursday, October 2, 2008
6:30 PM
Miami Children's Hospital
In the main auditorium on the 1st floor
3100 S.W. 62 Ave
Miami Florida 33155
15 program directors will present on programs that are available to children
after school & on weekends. These programs are located all over Dade County, some are
free and some offer a sliding scale. Age range is from 3 years old to adult.
If you're looking for activities for your child/student to participate in after school then don't miss this very informative meeting.
For more information call
Autism Society of Miami at 305-969-3900
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http://www.mabel.ca/mabel.php?n=safety
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Understanding the Laws of Florida Concerning Students with Disabilities
Rosemary Palmer, Esq. will be giving a presentation for
Broward County's Parent Training "Weekend with the Experts" series.
Her presentation will be held on
September 13, 2008, from 9 AM until 3 PM.*
Participants will receive
an overview of what federal and state laws require for all students in Florida,
so that parents will recognize when their own student's services are different,
and know what options they have. A review of what Scientific Research Based
intervention means and what we know about what is effective for students with
disabilities will be provided. Florida laws concerning procedural safeguards
will be
addressed, as well.
Nova Southeastern University
Health Professions Division
Room 2101, Terry Auditorium in the Assembly Building
3200 South University Drive
Davie, FL 33328
To register, contact Kimberly DiLuzio/FDLRS Program Specialist-Parent Services
at
754-321-2211 or kimberly...@browardschools.com.
ESE Parent Workshop Information is available on the ESE website:
http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/studentsupport/ese/html/WORKSHOP.htm
*Lunch will be on your own.
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THE SOCIETY OF BAR & GAVEL
Presents
The 9th Annual
Race Judicata
5K WALK/RUN
8 a.m., Sunday, October 12, 2008
Registration- 7:30 a.m., Law School "Bricks"
Enrollment Form: Registration Fee:
Register online on active.com Students, Children $10
Search for "Race Judicata" Non-Students $25
All Proceeds go to…
UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
UM-NSU CARD serves both children and adults of all levels of intellectual functioning who have autism, pervasive developmental disorders, autistic-like disabilities, dual sensory impairments, or sensory impairments with other disabling conditions. Their primary focus is to provide individualized, direct assistance to these individuals and their families. Services include family support, technical assistance and consultation, parent and professional training programs, and public education activities. The dedicated members of The Society of Bar and Gavel want to help raise funds for a program that provides these free services to those families who are affected by autism and related disabilities.
For additional information on UM-NSU CARD, contact www.umcard.org
This event complies with all ADA requirements.
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SAMANTHA CARELLA, PsyD, ABPP & Associates
Teen Group- Girls, Ages 14 to 17
Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:15
Beginning September 11, 2008
The group purpose is to provide a well-structured and safe environment where teenagers can discuss issues related to:
Peer pressure/socialization
School related stressors
Effective coping skills
Family issues
Appropriate vs. inappropriate behaviors
Better decision making and problem solving
Other topics will be discussed as suggested by group members
Space is limited to 6 group members
Group will meet every week for 8 sessions
Fee $75 per group; please contact our office for further information and to sign up.
Group will be facilitated by Nichole Eckert, MS.
Nichole Eckert, MS, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and provides psychological treatment for adolescents/teenagers, college students, and adults. An area of specialty is mother/daughter relationship issues, improving self-esteem/confidence, teaching appropriate and effective coping skills related to academic/college related stressors, as well as peer pressure, eating disorders, drugs/alcohol, and relationships. Ms. Eckert works with individuals and families with underlying issues contributing to Depression, Anxiety (such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-traumatic stress, Phobias), Bipolar Disorder, Chemical Dependence, Relationship and Familial issues. Ms. Eckert holds a Master's of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling. Up until 2007, Ms. Eckert also worked on behalf of children and families as a counselor within both residential and outpatient care facilities. Ms. Eckert works in the Aventura office.
Coming Fall 2008!
Group for Siblings of Kids on the Spectrum
The group purpose is to provide a well-structured and safe environment where kids can discuss issues related to:
Having a sibling with challenges (autism, aspergers, learning disability, etc.)
Peer Pressure/socialization
School related stressors
Family issues
Better decision making and problem solving
Other topics will be discussed as suggested by group members
Space is limited to 6 group members
Children will be grouped according to age
Group will meet every week for 6 sessions
Please speak with our office staff to sign up or if you have any questions.
Group is beginning September 2008. Date and time to be determined.
Fee $65 per group, if paid in advance (6 sessions)/$75 per group otherwise.
Groups will be held in Coral Gables and Aventura
*If you would like to be added to our email list or if you would like to be removed from our email list, please click here: http://www.umcard.org/contact.php
UM-NSU CARD is a state-funded resource and support program dedicated to
improving the lives of individuals with autism and related disabilities
including deaf-blindness and pervasive developmental disorders. UM-NSU CARD
does not endorse specific programs or points of view presented in this email.
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Karen
ACE Chair
