UM-NSU CARD: Week of May 18, 2009

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May 18, 2009

UM-NSU CARD: Broward Teen Time (High School)

(NSU Satellite)

Facilitators: Roselione & Grana

Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

For more information please contact at: or lezonne@...

UM-NSU CARD: Teen Time for Boys

(UM Campus)

Facilitators: Durocher & Drew Coman

Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

For more information please contact at: or mlisdegasperi@...

May 19, 2009

UM-NSU CARD: Support Group for Adults with Asperger Syndrome

(UM Campus)

Facilitators: Diane Adreon & Deborah Chin

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

For more information please contact at: or mlisdegasperi@...

May 20, 2009

UM-NSU CARD: Asperger Support Group for Families

(UM Campus)

Facilitator: Diane Adreon

Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

For more information please contact at: or dadreon@...

May 21, 2009

UM-NSU CARD: Asperger Support Group for Families

(NSU Satellite)

Facilitator: Roselione

Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

For more information please contact at: or lezonne@...

UM-NSU CARD: Special Gals: Support Group

Facilitators: Mona Nasser and Dr. Terri Jennings

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Location: Vienna Coffee House, 5724 South Flamingo Road, City, FL

For more information please contact at: (Mona) or tjenn89112@... (Terri)

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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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

or visit our website at www.psy.miami.edu/asac

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Come Explore At

Camp Liberty

Who: Students ages 15 to adult with special needs who are independent in self-care skills and can participate in small groups with minimal assistance.

What: Career Exploration and Social Development

When: Monday – Friday ∙ 9:00am – 3:00pm ∙ June 15 – July 31, 2009

Where: 2731 Happy Hoyer St. ∙ Ft. Lauderdale, FL ∙ 33312

Cost: $250.00 per week ∙ LIMITED SPACE!! ∙ REGISTER NOW

Call: or E-mail: hh2i@...

The Curriculum

· Highly individualized, hands on curriculum that is designed to address the specific needs of each participant.

· Class sizes are small with a low student-teacher ratio.

· Focuses on the development of daily living and job readiness skills needed to live as independently as possible.

· Skills are taught both at the camp site and community setting.

· Participants develop their self-esteem and sense of achievement as they master each new skill.

Career Exploration and Job Development

· Participants identify their career interests and abilities, learn how to complete job applications, develop a resume and learn interviewing techniques.

· Participants are taught a variety of job readiness skills, including retail, clerical, food services and computer tasks.

· Participants will receive on-the-job training in a business within the community.

Other Services

· Life Skills – to include money management, meal planning, food preparation, personal and community success.

· Driver’s Education – assistance in the required online Drug & Alcohol Awareness class. Review of Florida driving rules and regulations to prepare for permit exam (to be taken online during the course). *Additional fees for online courses.

· Recreational Skills – practice socialization skills while engaging in a variety of activities.

· Community Integration – participate in weekly Friday field trips.

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Be sure to let your child's teacher know about this training!

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Google Lime Scholarship for Students with DisabilitiesIntroducing the Google Lime Scholarship Google is pleased to announce the most recent addition to their scholarship programs, the Google Lime Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. They're

partnering with Lime to offer scholarships to students with disabilities who are pursuing university degrees in the field of computer science in Canada or the U.S. Lime is a not-for-profit organization that brings together global corporations and people with disabilities, bringing to light an untapped source of talent. Scholarships will be granted for the 2009–2010 academic year, and recipients will be invited to attend an all-expenses-paid retreat at the Googleplex in Mountain View in 2010.They hope that this program will increase opportunities for students with disabilities and encourage them to pursue careers in

computer science. They also hope to foster long-lasting relationships through which these

students can support each other over the course of their academic studies.The deadline to apply for this year's Lime Scholarship is June 1, 2009.

For complete details, visit www.google.com/jobs/scholarships.Details at:Google Lime Scholarship for Students with Disabilitieshttp://www.limeconnect.com/google.htmlhttp://www.google.com/support/jobs/bin/static.py?page=students.html & sid=scholarships & src=scholarships

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Autism Treatment Acceleration Act Introduced in U.S. House

On May 14, the Co-Chairs of the Coalition on Autism Research and Education, Rep. Mike Doyle (D-PA) and Rep. (R-NJ), along with Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY) and Rep. Hank (D-GA) introduced the Autism Treatment and Acceleration Act of 2009 (ATAA). This is a companion to the bill of the same name introduced in the Senate in April. The Autism Society applauds this comprehensive autism legislation focused around enhancing the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.

The Autism Society especially applauds the inclusion of support services for adults on the autism spectrum in this bill. Currently, the federal government provides for educational services until age 21; however, autism is a lifelong disorder, and when the school bus stops coming, individuals and families are often left to fend for themselves. ATAA creates a demonstration project to provide an array of services to adults with autism spectrum disorders, including: postsecondary education; vocational and self-advocacy skills; employment; residential services, supports and housing; nutrition, health and wellness; recreational and social activities; and transportation and personal safety.

The legislation also would provide for the establishment of a national network in order to strengthen linkages between research and service initiatives at the federal, regional, state and local levels, and facilitate the translation of research on autism into services and treatments that will improve the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families. A national data repository would be created to share emerging data, findings and treatment models.

Other key aspects of the bill include:

the establishment of a national training initiative on autism and a technical assistance center to develop and expand interdisciplinary training and continuing education on autism spectrum disorders; and

a requirement that health insurers cover the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders, including Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, assistive communication devices and other effective treatments.

The Autism Society needs your help in order to help pass this critical legislation. Please contact your U.S. Representative and ask him or her to co-sponsor the bill. We’ve composed an e-mail describing all the vital aspects of this bill but it will be especially effective if you add your own story describing how ATAA would help you and your family.

The time to act is now. Please support this important issue today, and urge your friends to take action as well. Together, we can improve the quality of live for individuals with autism across the lifespan.

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Learn about IDEA 2004

from your home computer!

This live webinar will explain the six principles of IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act) throughout six weeks. Learn about the law and procedures in Special Education, how the new law will impact your child, and how it relates to the No Child Left Behind Act. Every Wednesday from 8 to 9pm starting May 27, 2009 and ending July 1, 2009, you can watch and listen to this webinar from your home computer and home telephone! Register for all six to get the most comprehensive information on IDEA 2004.

Webinar Schedule

5/27/09 - The first webinar in the series will discuss your child's right to a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

6/3/09 - The second webinar in the series will discuss what an appropriate evaluation is.

6/10/09 - The third webinar in the series will discuss what an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is.

6/17/09 - In the fourth webinar of the series you will learn about education in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

6/24/09 - The fifth webinar in the series will discuss the importance of parent participation in the decision making process.

7/1/09 - The sixth webinar in the series will discuss your rights under the procedural safeguards.

Register Here!

Session 1 - 5/27/09

Session 2 - 6/3/09

Session 3 - 6/10/09

Session 4 - 6/17/09

Session 5 - 6/24/09

Session 6 - 7/1/09

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

Contact Information

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Fondue for Autism

Please join us on Monday, June 1st, 2009 at

Fondue for Autism - Parents Night Out

a Fundraiser at the City Melting Pot to benefit UM-NSU Center for Autism & Related Disabilities

The Melting Pot City

5834 South Flamingo Road

City, FL 33330

Tickets to this fondue feast are just $50

and include a traditional 4 course fondue dinner, a glass

of Cavia wine, a gift bag and an exciting evening of

events. (The price also includes tax & gratuities) WOW!

Special Event Features:

Cavia Wine Tasting - from 6:30 - 10:00 pm

The Childrens Place - Fashion Show

Art & Soul Glass - Fused Glass Jewelery

AND a Chinese Raffle for unbelievable prizes

with proceeds going to CARD.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

Stop by The Melting Pot and get yours today or call

Rojas for information:

Need Child Care?? Busy Bee Kidz (An interactive play and party

center) located in the next plaza over will be hosting a “Kids

Night Out†event throughout the evening in an effort to provide

child care while you attend the event for a donation of only

$10 per child.

www.BusyBeeKidz.com. or

Please call to reserve a spot for your child. Spaces are limited.

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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.-- ACE Chair