Hello Everyone,

I have been working hard on my senior project and I have gotten a lot of the important stuff done. I just wanted share some stuff. I was recently in touch with a local chef and she agreed to be the "celebrity chef" which will do a little presentation. Also I got a adivisor to help me out which is really great to not be alone but I wouldn't be anywhere with out the adive I got on here. Also a local grocery store is donating the food. Oh yes I picked a date and It's going to be on Sunday the 5th of April becaue it's Autism awareness month. Also if anyone is in the San Francisco area and wants to help out at the event or would like your child to participate your welcome to join in I will post more information as I go on. Does anyone know of a good Autism organization in San Francisco or near it? Because the store wants me to help a actual cause but I really just want to do it for the kids. So if you know of any it would be lovely to know. Also I don't think I will be having anymore then 12 kids because I think it would be to overwhelming if there was more. Thats my update I'm just procrastinating on my request for  propsal for my event planning class.

Saturday, October 4th, at 1pm on Discovery health channel, the familiy with 6 children on the autism spectrum will be on again. The show first aired on Wednesday, but if you missed it, here is a second chance to see it.

Hello! I work with Rethink Autism, and thought families on this site would be interested:

We are seeking children ages 4-12 with a diagnosis of autism, autism spectrum disorders, PDD-NOS, or an overall global developmental delay for participation in the development of a video-based program. In exchange for their participation, chosen candidates will receive free educational/behavioral intervention conducted by trained professionals based on the methodology of Applied Behavior Analysis. The intervention sessions will be filmed in a way so as not to distract the participating children.

Please respond if your child might benefit from this program. All information will be kept strictly confidential.

Families in the tri-state area are encouraged to apply. Filming will occur in Manhattan.

Interested parties should contact us at (646) 238-7798 or at info@rethinkautism.com or you may contact Dr. Ilana K. Friedland directly at ilana@rethinkautism.com or (917) 703-9948.

At this year’s conference, you’ll hear the challenges — and triumphs — of helping those with ASD understand and manage social interactions with others. Not only will you further your knowledge on this issue, but you’ll come away with practical strategies that will enhance your daily interactions with individuals with ASD. You’ll also receive a unique perspective on the subject from Michael John Carley, who was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome in 2000 (along with his then 4-year-old son).

Keynote: Brenda Smith Myles, PhDUniversity of Kansas - Department of Special Education

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Michael D. Powers will be the keynote presenter at a special conference on autism held at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel on Sept. 12.

Powers, a pediatric psychologist and the director of The Center for Children with Special Needs in Glastonbury, Conn., will be speaking on strategies to “Prevent Escalating Behaviors and Life Transitions from early intervention to Adulthood.”

He specializes in the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities and is the author of the new book, “Asperger Syndrome and Your Child”.

The conference will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more on the conference, or to register, call the Hudson Valley Autism Society at 845-331-2626 or visit www.autism-society.org/chapter512.

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Title         TACA of Illinois (Chicago Metro - Schaumburg) Meeting - August 9, 2008     
Location         Macy’s Woodfield Center Mall, 1 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL - Special Events Room on 3rd floor near women’s petites     
Date         August 9, 2008 (Meets 2nd Saturday monthly)     
Time         4-6 p.m.     
Description         Midwest Hyperbarics

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a medical treatment which enhances the body’s natural healing process by inhalation of 100% oxygen in a total body chamber where atmospheric pressure is increased and controlled. It has been employed for centuries to treat a variety of medical conditions but is presently gaining widespread recognition for its value in new applications in the field of neurology where it is being used for problems such as traumatic brain injury, stroke and other neurological disorders.
    
Website         www.tacanow.org/illinois     
Fee         FREE

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Title         TACA of Illinois (Chicago Metro - Schaumburg) New Parent Seminar -July 19, 2008     
Location         Fenwick High School, 505 W. Washington Blvd. Oak Park, IL 60302     
Time         9 a.m. - 4 p.m.     
Description         New Parent Seminar

After receiving the diagnosis of autism for a beloved child (or children), parents typically struggle as they search through various resources to locate information needed to help their child the fastest. The goal of the one-day New Parent Orientation is to provide parents and caretakers the “jump start” they need at the beginning of their journey from parents who have “been there, done that.” In addition to sage advice, parents who attend will receive: an overview of beginning therapies and biomedical intervention, where to go for what information, and recommended first steps. The seminar will be given by experienced parents who volunteer their time in providing the education new parents need.

More info
    
Website         www.tacanow.org/illinois     
Fee         $28 individual/$45 couple

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Walk Around the World for Autism, Kendallville, Indiana - August 9, 2008

Title         Walk Around the World for Autism, Kendallville, Indiana - August 9, 2008     
Location         Bixler Lake Park, Lions Club Pavilion, Kendallville, Indiana 46755     
Time         8:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.     
Description         Walk Around the World for Autism

5k (3 mile) Fundraising Walk for "The Autism Treatment Center of America".

All proceeds raised go toward scholarships for families challenged by Autism to attend classes to learn life-changing therapies to help loved ones affected by autism.
    
Website         http://www.walkaroundtheworld.org     
Fee         FREE

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Title         TACA of Virginia Meeting - July 1, 2008
Location         Sentara Princess Anne, 1975 Glenn Mitchell Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, Ambulatory Surgical Center, enter door next to Emergency Room and take elevator to 3rd floor Get directions from your location.
Description         Parent Support Meeting
Website         www.tacanow.org/virginia
Fee         FREE

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Title         TACA of Washington Meeting -October 18, 2008
Description         Dr. Amy Derksen

Clinical Indicators & Supplementation Options for Yeast, Viruses, Parasites & Bacteria

Dr. Amy Derksen graduated from Western Washington University with a BS in Biochemistry and earned her Doctorates of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in 2003. She has since completed a two year apprenticeship with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD PhD, where she developed her skills in neural therapy, as well as gained extensive training in heavy metal detox and treatment of Lyme disease and neurological disorders, including autism.
Website         www.tacanow.org/washington
Fee         FREE

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Title         TACA of Washington Meeting - September 6, 2008     
Location         Building E Auditorium, South Campus, Bates Technical College, 2201 South 78th Street, Tacoma, WA Driving Directions     
Description         John Green M.D.

Using a Defeat Autism Now! Approach

John Green is a frequent presenter at the Autism Research Institute’s Defeat Autism Now! Conferences and Think Tanks. In late 2006, Dr. Green presented an in-depth look at the many toxins found in the environment and how a build-up of these in a body could be a primary factor in the pathogenesis of autism in children at the Medical Investigation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (MIND) Institute’s Environmental Toxicology Conference. Dr. Green treats individuals living with autism at his practice in Oregon City, Oregon.
    
Website         www.tacanow.org/washington     
Fee         FREE

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Autism Day – Washington - August 9, 2008      
Location: Jubilee Farm - 229 W Snoqualmie River Rd NE, Carnation, WA     

Stop by our table to meet representatives from the TACA Washington Team and learn more about the new Washington State Chapter of TACA. Free prizes for the kids. Autism Day is a free, fun-filled event designed for families touched by autism - a chance to relax in a beautiful setting surrounded by people who understand.
    
Website         www.autismdaywa.com     
Fee         FREE

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Presented by Minnesota Twins Baseball, Autism Society of Minnesota & RT Autism Awareness Foundation

Sunday, June 22, 2008

Mark your calendar!
The Minnesota Twins invite you to celebrate Autism Awareness day at the Metrodome on June 22, 2008.  This will be a special day recognizing autism throughout our community. 

Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

First pitch at 1:10 pm

The Twins will provide you the opportunity to purchase Lower Reserved seats at a special price of $23.  These seats are regularly priced at $30.

Three easy ways to order:  Call Luis Breazeale at the Twin at 612-375-7463, or download the order form and fax or mail it in to Luis!

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Cam's Ride: Cruisn' for Autism in Minnesota

June 21, 2008

$20.00 per person

Registration opens at 9:00 am.  The Ride starts at at noon at The Junction off of Hwy 169 & Hwy 18, and will stop at Jackson's Hole, The Rustic Trail and The Log Cabin.  Party to follow at The Blue Goose Inn in Garrison.  Proceeds will be donated to AuSM.

Visit camsride.com or call HalfBreed Custom Motorcycle at 218-678-3838/888-509-6604 to pre-register and for more information.

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AuSM invites you to join us at the 13th annual Golf Benefit!

Monday, August 4, 2008

Troy Burne Golf Club
295 Lindsay Rd.
Hudson, WI 54016

11:00 Lunch sponsored by Chipotle

         Silent Auction

         Free golf lessons with PGA Pro Marty Lass

1:00 Shotgun Start

        Hole in One Contest

5:00 Awards Dinner

Cost: $125.00/golfer

$25.00 is tax deductible

AuSM members and friends who don't golf are invited to participate in the awards banquet.  Dinner is $25.00 per person.

Registration deadline is July 27, 2008.

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