Preliminary info on Upcoming Sibs Conference

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Dear Friend of ASO;

Preliminary information on an upcoming sibling conference. FYI - Please share.

Sincerely,

Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or impiled.

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Dr. Tom Fish at The Ohio State University's Nisonger Center has focused on the needs and concerns of siblings of children and adults with disabilities. For several years, he has sponsored a Sibling Conference. He asked to share the following information:

Brochures should be ready soon. The 2006 conference will be held on November 5 and 6 at The Columbus Airport Marriott Hotel. Registration will be $85. Financial aid may be available through the County Board of MR/DD, or by accessing the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Empowerment Fund by calling son at 614.466.5205. For additional assistance or questions, give people Tom's contact information: 614.292.7550, fish.1@.... Our featured speaker is Simon, author of Riding the Bus with my Sister.