tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60315387755026043042012-02-16T10:55:04.048-08:00Finding resources for children and families affected by autism. Also for those interested in a Canine Companion or Special Olympics. Becoming "Unleashed" from disability. Current events in the Las Vegas Valley.unleashedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07922143198360631898noreply@blogger.comBlogger761100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6031538775502604304.post-23901274921888045862010-02-05T09:50:00.000-08:002010-02-05T09:52:11.529-08:00

It is easy to feel guilty as a parent. There are many things to feel guilty about....not spending enough time with our children, being divorced, not getting them to bed on time and the list goes on ad nausem! However, guilt is not only a waste of your energy but is also a way to create entitled children. Why? Because we usually go overboard to make up to them for what we think we did wrong. We

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This is just a reminder that the Asperger's Syndrome/HFA Support Group now meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month beginning on February 11, 2010. Our location and time remains the same (7-9pm, Wengert Conference Room at NV Energy [formerly Nevada Power Co.]. The address is 6226 W. Sahara Avenue - between Jones and Rainbow. The Conference Room and Parking are in the rear of the building.I look

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5th ANNUAL Families for Effective Autism Treatment of Southern Nevada (FEAT)AUTISM’S ANGELS GALA 2010 – Saturday, April 24, 2010Honoring Nevada Commission on Autism Spectrum DisordersRalph ToddreMary LiverattiJan M. CrandyCommissioners More information will be forthcomingContact: 702-368-FEAT (3328) www.featsonv.org

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Please view the attached flyer which includes information for our upcomingAddressing Challenging Behaviors Training. This training will be held onFebruary 10th and 11th from 9:30am-4:30pm at the UNLV Paradise Campus 851 EastTropicana, Room: 103B. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you there.Center for Autism Spectrum DisordersUNLV Department of Special Education4505 Maryland Parkway, Box

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Thanks to a generous donation from the Baker family, Autism Speaks today launched the new Autism Speaks Baker Summer Camp Scholarship Program that will provide eligible camps with funding to offer scholarships to campers with autism. Autism Speaks encourages families to contact their local camp organizations and ask them to submit an application.

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A Mother’s Wish List for a TeacherBy Diane O’ Rourke-Bankus 1. Please don’t assume that you know what it is like to parent my child. The only person who can possibly relate to my hopes and my dreams, my burdens and my fears, and the difficulties I face, is Heavenly Father!2. Please respect me for knowing my child better than anyone else. Please accept the ideas I share as tools to help

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I got the cutest bracelet for my daughter at www.laurenshope.com They are a little more stylish than the average medical ID bracelet... The inscription I gave her is:our cell phone numbersLimited LanguaggePlease be patient

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Monthly Parent Support Meetings:Pump It Up FEAT Family Nights: every third Tuesday of the month, 6-8 p.m.3200 W. Sunset Rd., Suite 100, Las Vegas (702) 228-8077January Speaker - Community Service providers will be talking about safety issues and answering questions from parents. (Police officer & Firemen)Parent Support Meetings: every first Monday of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. 717 S. Third St., Las

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In the past decade, we've asked for government aid, insurance coverage, and meaningful research for our children with autism. We've asked for the abuse in schools to stop, for vaccines to be held to higher safety standards, and for our children to be treated for their medical issues. Most of all, we've asked for autism to be declared a national health crisis. We've asked for these things politely

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Mother fights to get autistic child's tuition By JAMES HAUG LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL Jeanine Davis plays a game with her son, Nolan, 8, who has autism. Davis has kept Nolan out of the Clark County School District and is asking for reimbursement for his $14,500 tuition at a private school. Photo by John Gurzinski. In a children's card game called "Aliens vs. Villains," 8-year-old Nolan scored a

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See attached information on the Assistive Technology Continuum. February 5th, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Joe Crowley Student Union, UNR.REGISTRATION REQUIRED. $35 fee includes lunch, parking and training materialsInformation contact: Brandi Berryman 775-682-9052

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Annual Letter from our Chief Science Officer Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Geri Dawson, Ph.D., recaps major scientific advances in 2009 and the past decade, while looking forward to the future of autism research. She shares that we've learned in the past decade that there won't be one cause for the increase, but rather multiple causes that contribute to different forms of ASD. U.S.

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Dear Maine Autism Advocate,Last year, with your advocacy, the Joint Insurance and Financial Services Committee sent LD 1198 (the autism insurance reform bill) for study by the Maine Bureau of Insurance. LD 1198 would require private group health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment. The report has been finalized, so now the Insurance and Financial Services Committee will conduct a

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Touro University Nevada Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities is now pleased to offer an evidence-based, parent-assisted social skills group for teens in 7th – 12th grades who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. Teens need not have a diagnosis to participate, but do need to be verbal. New groups are forming now for January 2010.For further information, please

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Hello- The new Adaptive Recreation January-June 2010 brochure now may be accessed online at http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/files/Adaptive_Rec_Brochure_Jan-June_2010.pdf.Thanks! Rebecca L. Allen, CTRS City Of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services Adaptive Recreation Division office: (702)229-1710 fax: (702)648-3658 www.GetHealthyLasVegas.org __._,_.___

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Annual Letter from our Chief Science Officer Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Geri Dawson, Ph.D., recaps major scientific advances in 2009 and the past decade, while looking forward to the future of autism research. She shares that we've learned in the past decade that there won't be one cause for the increase, but rather multiple causes that contribute to different forms of ASD. U.S

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Dear Think Autism friends, Can you spare 10 seconds today? One click of your mouse can help raise $10,000 for the National Autism Association. http://www.ilovechristiecookies.com/contest/form.asp Please click the above link and select the National Autism Association, Nixa, MO to help us win $10K from Christie Cookie Company. Ask your friends to click too! Together, anything's possible! Warm

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Why parent training and relationship tools are critical in the multi-modal managements that foster success. For your convenience, we will be running it twice on Tuesday.Tuesday, January 5th at 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. est! Sponsored by the International Network for Children and Familieswww.incaf.com Delene ColeM.S., C.F.L.E Delene Cole is a Certified Family Life Educator and a Registered

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Hi Heather and Jennifer!I was speaking with a friend about her daughter's IEP today, and I started googling to find something that might help her.Well, I ran across this site, and it looks pretty cool! There's an awful lot of stuff in here, and I just barely started looking around, but I thought it might interest you.Have a fantastic week! http://www.bridges4kids.org/IEP/iep.goal.bank.pdf

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Hi Heather and Jennifer!I was speaking with a friend about her daughter's IEP today, and I started googling to find something that might help her.Well, I ran across this site, and it looks pretty cool! There's an awful lot of stuff in here, and I just barely started looking around, but I thought it might interest you.Have a fantastic week! http://www.bridges4kids.org/IEP/iep.goal.bank.pdf

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Sep. 06, 2009 Copyright © Las Vegas Review-Journal Mother fights to get autistic child's tuition By JAMES HAUG LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL Jeanine Davis plays a game with her son, Nolan, 8, who has autism. Davis has kept Nolan out of the Clark County School District and is asking for reimbursement for his $14,500 tuition at a private school. Photo by John Gurzinski. In a children's card game called

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Make a Smilebox collage

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Nonprofit Surfers Healing operates free day campsCOURTESY SHANEA ACEBALAlex Acebal, 8, rides the waves with Israel “Izzy” Paskowitz, founder of Surfers Healing, in San Diego last summer. Surfers Healing provides free surfing day camps for autistic children.By Jeff Pope (contact)Sat, Jun 20, 2009 (noon)More infoFor more information, contact Jennifer Tracy, camp coordinator, at (949) 370-1083 or go

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Putting the Pieces of Autism Together, One Game of Fetch at a TimeRobin knew an assistance dog would help her son Braden, challenged with autism. She contacted several organizations that expected her to do a great deal of fundraising before receiving a dog."I had basically given up hope, then I learned that Canine Companions for Independence was training dogs for autistic children," says

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The UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders is excited to announce the launch of our dynamic new website at www.asdcenter.org. The new site provides information on the CASD, our staff and activities, and some autism FAQs.Additionally, you will find our Training Schedule for upcoming workshops and special events and be able to register online! The online registration feature will help streamline

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Parents Key In New Measure To Evaluate Language In Children With AutismScience Daily (June 10, 2009) — A new parent questionnaire, developed at the University of Waterloo, will help health practitioners to more accurately gauge the acquisition of language skills in children with autism.See also:Health & MedicineChildren's HealthInfant's HealthEpilepsy ResearchMind & BrainChild DevelopmentLanguage

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Dear Autism Advocate,We are ramping up our grassroots efforts for the Autism Treatment Acceleration Act and need your undivided attention and support on this issue!You are receiving this email because you live in a state that has passed autism insurance reform at a state level. Congratulations on such an amazing achievement! However, our work is not yet done because some of our community's

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WE DID IT !!!!!!!!!Governor Gibbons signs AB 162 !At approximately 9:30 am today, Governor Jim Gibbons signed into law AB 162, the Autism Insurance Reform Bill. It is a great day for all of our families living with autism in the State of Nevada.A big thank you to all of the Legislators, and the Governor for making this happen! For believing in our cause, and for caring for our children. And a

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President Obama's 2010 Federal Budget Proposal Includes Funding for AutismFor the first time in our nation's history, direct funding for autism has been included in the President's budget proposal. President Barack Obama unveiled his proposed Fiscal Year 2010 budget which includes $211 million for the Combating Autism Act (CAA) to fight autism through biomedical and environmental research,

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Autism Speaks Calls for $200 Million in New NIH Funding for Autism ResearchAs a result of the stimulus plan recently signed into law by President Obama, (the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act), the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will receive more than $10 billion in new funding over the next two years. With the increased prevalence of autism and a history of insufficient federal funding

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If you are interested in participating in the request below, please contact Holly directly at 775-843-0270 or h_seniuk@hotmail.com …..Dear Colleagues,My name is Holly Seniuk. I am a behavior analysis student in the Psychology Department at the University of Nevada, Reno. My advisor, Dr. Larry Williams and I, are conducting research on children with various developmental disabilities. Specifically

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AB 162 will be presented to our State Assembly on Monday, March 9, at 1:30pm. The Bill will be aired live via teleconference in the south at the Grant Sawyer Building, 555 W. Washington Las Vegas.The Autism Coalition of Nevada (ACON), numerous advocacy organizations, and thousands of parents are paying close attention to AB 162. A PRESS CONFERENCE will be held shortly before on Monday, March 9th

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The ABLE Accounts Act of 2009 – or Achieving a Better Life Experience Act – has been introduced in Congress. S.493 and H.R. 1205 will encourage individuals with autism and other disabilities and their families to save, tax-free, for disability-related expenses. Similar in many respects to existing 529 college savings plans, these accounts will be exempt from federal taxation, provided certain

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Hi everyone,Just a reminder that our next support group meeting will feature Dr. Julie Beasley as our guest speaker.Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2009Time: 7:00-9:00pmPlace: Wengert Conference Room, Nevada Power Company6226 W. Sahara Avenue - Parking in the rear of the buildingSpeaker: Dr. Julie Beasley(Just a note, this meeting is open to those with low-functioning children as well, I have been and

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We are reaching out to parents who have previously attended one or more of thetrainings we have offered through UNLV’s Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders.We have been contacted by a local media source interested in writing a story.They are looking for parents who are willing to be interviewed regarding theirexperiences as a parent of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or parentswho are

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Hello, an article I wrote was published this morning in the Sun. I wanted to share it with you and also ask that you take a minute to register and make apositive comment about the article. Our bill has lots of sponsors in the legislature, but the insurance lobby may come out strong against us. We are waiting on the actuaries' math for Nevada, but in other states, similar bills increased each

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We need everyone, and I mean everyone, and everyone that each of you knows, to take a moment and go on-line to the Nevada Legislative site and vote for AB162, the bill which will provide insurance coverage for Nevadans with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The site is listed below. Once on the site, click the circle "For" and make a short comment in support of the bill. Legislators monitor how many

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Autism Speaks is pursuing autism insurance reform in over thirty states across the nation, including Nevada!Today, Autism Speaks is announcing its support for Nevada Assembly Bill 162, also known as the autism insurance reform bill. This legislation would require private health insurance companies to cover the screening, diagnosis, testing and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

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http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2009/feb/11/insurers-likely-get-bill-autism/

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Join Nevada PTA on Thursday, February 26, 2009 for a day in our state capital to speak with Legislators about saving education in Nevada and saving our future.The chartered bus will depart Las Vegas Wednesday, February 25th promptly at 10:00 PM from the Nevada PTA office, 6134 W. Charleston Blvd., on the northwest corner of Charleston and Jones. We will arrive in Carson City around 7:00 AM

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The price quoted in the Autism Partnership article http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/02/04/autism.resolution/index.html?iref=mpstoryviewsent earlier today is not correct. The article says the price for therapy is $20,000 per week. It has been confirmed that this was a typo in the article.

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Nevada lawmakers hear emotional pleas for autism treatment fundsNevada lawmakers had an emotional day of testimony Friday, as families affected by autism pleaded with legislators to continue funding treatment for the developmental disease. Last session, the legislature allocated $2 million to treat children with autism... http://www.kvbc.com/global/story.asp?s=9804513Find more items like this

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I just found a new blog. It is www.kathiesworld.com Very informative. Please take a look and enjoy.

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"What can . . . young mother[s] [do] . . . to reduce the pressure [of raising young children] and enjoy [their families] more? . . ."Recognize that the joy of motherhood comes in moments. There will be hard times and frustrating times. But amid the challenges, there are shining moments of joy and satisfaction."Author Anna Quindlen reminds us not to rush past the fleeting moments. She said: 'The

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Toys“R”Us, Inc. and the Toys“R”Us Children's Fund have increased their support of Autism Speaks. This year, more than 260 Babies“R”Us locations nationwide will join Toys“R”Us stores in a nine-week in-store fundraising campaign to coincide with Autism Awareness Month in April. To kick off the 2009 partnership, the Toys“R”Us Children's Fund also awarded Autism Speaks a $400,000 grant. Since the

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Nevadans for Quality Education is participating in the “Not on Our Backs” rally hosted by the Clark County Education Association (CCEA) on Saturday, February 7, 2009. The rally will be held in the gym at Chaparral High School at 10:00am.In the last year, K-12 education lost over $180 million due to the Governor's budget cuts. To add insult to injury, the Governor is now proposing 6% pay

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SENATE FINANCE/ASSEMBLY WAYS AND MEANSJOINT SUBCOMMITTEE ON HUMAN SERVICES/CIPDay Friday Date February 6, 2009 Time 8:00 a.m. Room 3137If you cannot attend the meeting, you can listen to it live over the Internet. The address for the legislative website is http://www.leg.state.nv.us. For audio broadcasts, click on the link “Listen to Live Meetings.”Note: We are pleased to make reasonable

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 26, 2009Much High Fructose Corn Syrup Contaminated With Mercury,New Study Finds Brand-Name Food Products Also Discovered to Contain MercuryMinneapolis – Mercury was found in nearly 50 percent of tested samples of commercialhigh fructose corn syrup (HFCS), according to a new article published today in thescientific journal, Environmental Health. A separate study by the

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Hi everyone,Just a reminder that our next support group meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 4th, from 7-9pm in the Wengert Conference Room at Nevada Power Company (6226 W. Sahara Avenue, between Jones & Rainbow). Parking is in the rear of the building.Hope you all had a safe and happy holiday. I look forward to seeing you at the meeting.Regards,Barbie LauverAsperger's Syndrome/High

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Working With Students with AutismWhen: Wednesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern timeWhere: http://www.edweek-chat.orgSubmit questions in advance.Children are currently being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders at the staggering rate of 1 in 150. Many of these children are being mainstreamed, but how can general education teachers support them in an inclusive setting? How can teachers

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DR. JULIE BEASLEY'S PRACTICE:Just a note to let you know that I'm back to my private practice full-time and taking patient referrals and would be happy to work with any children and families that may need neuropsychological assessments, social skills training and/or therapy. I appreciate working with you and the children we "share" in treatment. If you have any questions or want to discuss a

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Autism Spectrum Disorders:Awareness and ActionAre you curious about autism spectrum disorders (ASD)? Are you looking for moreinformation about diagnosis and intervention strategies? Workshop attendeeswill learn about current diagnostic techniques and how ASD may affect their sonor daughter throughout his or her life.Topics Include:o Core characteristicso Autism across the life-spano Early

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ScienceDaily (Jan. 11, 2009) — A study by researchers at the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute has found that the seven- to eight-fold increase in the number children born in California with autism since 1990 cannot be explained by either changes in how the condition is diagnosed or counted — and the trend shows no sign of abating.Published in the January 2009 issue of the journal Epidemiology, results

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All-day school will be temporarily located at The Learning TreeSunday, January 18, 2009By GRETA SHARPCorrespondentThe Mobile area will be getting another school for children with autism, an official with the Alabama Autism Providers Network announced last week at a meeting in the Port City.Jerre Brimer announced that an all-day school will open in August. Woody's Song: For Kids on the Autism

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A new session of PBS Team Training is about to begin!Understand challenging behaviors and create an effective planWho is this for?PBS Team Training is for family members, friends, teachers, and otherprofessionals of individuals with disabilities who engage in challengingbehaviors. A team consists of at least one parent/guardian and oneprofessional. Ideally a team includes a minimum of three

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Parents of Children With AutismWashingtonParents of children with autism tend to have a more pessimistic outlook about the educational resources available to their children than parents of children without disabilities, according to a new survey.The parents of children with autism are also more worried about their children’s health, future financial independence, and community support. However,

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Hi everyone,Due to the closeness of the holidays, there will be no support groupmeeting in January.Our next Asperger's Syndrome/High Functioning Autism Support Group willbe held on Wednesday, February 4th, from 7-9pm in the Wengert ConferenceRoom at Nevada Power Company (6226 W. Sahara Avenue - between Jones &Rainbow) -- parking is in the rear of the building -- walk-up ramp nextto the drive thru

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Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) face unique challenges with social interaction in all kinds of settings. To help them develop the necessary skills and understanding to integrate more successfully social skills building groups have been shown to be effective. After school programs offer children with ASD growth enhancing opportunities. Research has shown that structured after

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From: autism1@unlv.nevada.eduTo: autism@post-office.nevada.eduSent: 11/25/2008 1:49:41 P.M. Pacific Standard TimeSubj: Fundamentals of Behavior FALL WORKSHOP INVITATION!Fundamentals of Behavior: Understanding Why Problem Behaviors Occur in Order toPromote Positive ChangesThis workshop is designed to provide parents and professionals with vitalknowledge about fundamentals of behavior.Topics

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For Immediate Release: November 19, 2008GOVERNOR CREATES COMMISSION ON AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER(Carson City, NV) – Governor Jim Gibbons today signed an executive order creatingthe Commission on Autism Spectrum Disorder and charged it with continuing the work ofthe Nevada Autism Task Force, which dissolved by statute earlier this year.The Nevada Autism Task Force was created by the Nevada

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As many of our families prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving next week, members of the Autism Speaks community have provided tips to ensure that children with autism have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Read more and share your suggestions on our social network.

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Dear Nevada Autism Advocate,The autism insurance reform movement in Nevada is ramping up to achieve coverage for children with autism this year. We need everyone's help!Volunteers in four other states - Arizona, Florida, Louisiana and Pennsylvania have been able to achieve insurance coverage for their children this year! A total of seven states now meet standards of appropriate coverage, ending

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CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC MEETING ON BUDGET CUTSThe Clark County School District will be hosting a public meeting todiscuss the pending budget cuts for elementary, middle and high schools.This meeting will take place at Western High School, located at 4601 W.Bonanza Road at Decatur Boulevard. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. onTuesday, Nov. 18. This is an important meeting to attend to

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POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT – NVLAS VEGAS PARENT TRAININGA new session of PBS Parent Training is about to begin!Understand challenging behaviors and develop effective strategiesWho is this for?PBS Parent Training is for parents, family members, friends, teachers, staff and other professionals of individuals with disabilities who engage in challenging behaviors. Children do not attend the trainings.

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This Friday I have a wonderful opportunity to speek to 5 separate 3rd grade classes. They are all at Cecilia's school. Which will gratefully cut my travel time!While searching and preparing I remembered Cecilia's Dog Fancy article. You may view it by clicking on the following link. Request a copy of Dog Fancy article. http://bnhtomahawking@gmail.comIt shows a sweet little portion of our life

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The day is finally here. Did it not seem like a long time? The atmosphere at the polling place was palpable. No matter who the candidate, there was a great deal of history to be made. I will note one small bit that I did notice while watching NBC's coverage. They referred to Barrack Obama as "President". It was only 5 pm. Pacific Time. (where I live) Without much hard data reported. I must say

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It is hard to believe that 11 years ago, I was already in labor with Cecilia. She wasn't born until 5pm. the next day! 22 hours! It has gone fast since then. Her school teacher calls her the Blonde Buddah. That she is, when she is near there is always a sense of peace.

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The Great Vehicle AdventureFun & affordable family event, showcasing entertainment and event cars. Over 70 vehicles even a mini submarine!November 1st & 2ndCashman Center9am to 5pmJennifer Bradley Candlelighter's Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada: jbradley@candlelightersnv.org "Because Kids Can't Fight Cancer Alone"FEAT Annual Family & Friends PicnicNovember 8, 200811am to 2pm.Discovery

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I often wonder if we are patient with them or are they patient with us?

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Each summer we venture out to our old stomping grounds in San Diego to attend Surfer's Healing. It is a wonderful surf camp for children affected by autism, as well as a day of hands on respite their families. As you can see by our photos it is a day enjoyed by all of us. Including the dog! This year when we were flying Cecilia looked out the window and said "anticipation". It was an incredible

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Dogs are truly man's best friend. They can also be mischievous creatures. When I came across the list of "household toxins", some were surprising.Harmful FoodsAlcholic beveragesChocolate (all forms)Coffee (all forms)Fatty foodsMacadamia nutsMoldy/spoiled foodsOnions & onion powderRaisins & grapesSaltYeast doughGarlicProducts sweetened with xylitol

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When my daughter was first diagnosed with autism, I wondered why there was no place to find answers. Of course technologly and access have changed in the past 8 years. Following are some links. Each may lead you closer to peace and learning. Be active and purposeful. That is my only advice as a Mom.http://www.surfershealing.org/ A Personal Favoritehttp://www.difflearn.com/ Teaching Toolshttp://

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I have to admit... Picture aside, some fine parenting was done here.

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this photo was taken at the cabin/condo in Breckenridge, Co. It is a great place to gather.

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We've got Sole-One of my favorite, for sure, most comfortable pair of shoes are my TOMS. There is a great story behind them. They bring the soul back to soles. Curious... http://www.tomsshoes.com/

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Isha IIShould you have crossed the path of our beloved Isha II. Here is a great link for you: WWW.CCI.org Due to recent changes in the disabled population there is an increased interest in placing dogs with veterans. Why? Because they are generally motivated, strong and organized individuals. Which are characteristics that are desirable for recipients. To the Vets out there; all I can say

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