2003 CARE Conference

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The BHARE Foundation Presents:

The 2003 CARE Conference

Curing Autism through Research & Education

April 4th, 2003

Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Listen and learn about the latest cutting edge research and treatments by the

top experts in the field of autism!

Speakers

Wakefield, M.D.

Emergent Pathogenesis of Regressive Autism: Implications for the Future

Dr. Wakefield is the Senior Medical Scientist for Visceral and Director of

Research for a new research and treatment center to be established in Boca

Raton, FL. He leads a team of researchers based in Europe and the US. This

group of has been responsible for a series of discoveries and publications in

the worlds leading medical journals. Conference attendees will be updated on

progress in several areas of research.

Schneider, M.D.

Current Research and Theories in Autism

Dr. Schneider is currently the Medical Director of the Center for Autism

Research and Education in Phoenix, AZ. She is the mother of two children

with autism and has spent the last eight years investigating potential

treatments. She has been the principal investigator in multiple studies

focusing on the metabolic, genetic, and autoimmune aspects of autism. Dr.

Schneider will discuss recent research findings in the areas of secretin,

gamma globulin, metabolic markers, and genetics.

Blake, MOT, OTR/L & Fraser, MS., OTR/L

Dysfunction of Sensory Integration

The presenters are both Clinical Directors of Amy Zier & Associates, Inc.

They will discuss challenges and practical solutions for the home, school,

and community

Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Practical Strategies For Improving Communication, Language, and Critical

Thinking

This presentation will focus on children from preschool through middle school

, with a target on ASD, Aspergers, and PDD. The presenter will discuss

specific ways to maximize development of communication, language, and

critical thinking in both home and school environments. Toward this end, the

presenter will discuss ways to provide meaningful experiences within the

natural context, as well as how to use children's literature, songs, and

games to promote communication, language, and critical thinking.

Barbara Doyle, M.S.

10 Lifetime Goals, For People of All Ages, with ASD

Attendees will learn vital goals that result in the most promise for ASD

children and adults to become part of society. With a focus on current and

future success, these goals ensure that no time is wasted in working with

children and adults with ASD.

Tentative 2003 CARE Conference Schedule

7:00 - 8:00 am Registration begins / Exhibitor viewing

8:00 - 8:15 am Opening Comments

8:15 - 9:45 am Barbara Doyle, M.S.

9:45 - 10:15 am Break/Exhibitor viewing

10:15 - 11:45 am Schneider, M.D.

11:45 - 1:00 pm Lunch/Exhibitor Viewing/Optional Parent

to Parent Resource Discussion

1:00 - 2:00 pm Blake, MOT, OTR/L &

Fraser, MS., OTR/L

2:00 - 3:30 pm Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D

3:30 - 4:00 pm Break/Exhibitor viewing

4:00 - 4:45 pm Wakefield, M.D.

4:45 - 5:15 pm Q & A Panel / Exhibitor Viewing

Registration Form

Name: __________________________________

Address:_________________________________

City: ____________State: ___Zip Code: _______

Phone: __________________________________

E-Mail: _________________________________

Registration Fee: $100/person (includes box

lunch and continental breakfast)

Method of Payment:

___Check (payable to BHARE Foundation)

___Credit Card

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Payment is due March 21st. Late or same day

Registration fee is $130 if space is available. No refunds after March 21st.

Questions:

Return this portion and payment to:

BHARE Foundation

523 Newberry Drive

Elk Grove, IL 60007

Or fill out the form on line at www.bhare.org and fax to:

For Financial Assistance:

Contact STARNET at:

Or Illinois Clearinghouse at:

Please make child care arrangements as children may not attend the conference.