The Parent Connection-Support Group~ sponsored by the LDAMC will be held on June 20, 2012 at the Flower Valley ES in Rockville, MD. This meeting will be from 7-8:30PM geared to parents of children with learning disabilities. FREE. Please RSVP at ldamcpc@yahoo.com or 301-933-1076.
Extraordinary Parents' Night and Dinner to Celebrate the End of the School Year This event is on June 13, 2012, from 7-9PM, at the Rockville Memorial Library in Rockville, MD. Have a night out without the kids! A relaxing evening of dinner is provided. Connect and share with other parents on the autism spectrum. FREE but donations are appreciated. RSVP is required. Register at http://xminds_dinner.eventbrite.com/ or 301-444-5225 by June 11, 2012.
Friday, June 8, 2012
Saturday, June 2, 2012
TALK TO MR. KNOW-IT-ALL....REALLY!, PARENT SUPPORT GROUP, WELCOME TO A CHURCH THAT WELCOMES YOUR WHOLE FAM!
Come visit a church that will accept you and your special needs child/adult! McLean Bible Church in Leesburg, VA. It's less than 10 minutes away from Tyson's Corner Mall. I personally go and have never looked back! I've been going for 8 years now. They have 'Sunday Class' especially geared to special needs children/adults. They have summer camp and respite care too! They have a Parents' Support Group. No matter the severity, your child is welcomed. Please call them for details of all they have to offer ALL members of your family! 703-790-5590.
Parent Support Group for parents who have children and adolescents with mental illness. Held on June 3, 2012, from 3-4:30PM, in Rockville, MD. For details email dbaylinson@namimc.org
PUT YOUR QUESTIONS DIRECTLY TO A WORLD LEADING AUTHORITY ON ASD, PROFESSOR GARY MESIBOV, ON JUNE 25, 2012
Prof. Mesibov, director (until 2010) of Division TEACCH in North Carolina - is one of the top authorities on the planet in education and support for children and adults with autism. He will be online from the morning of Monday, June 25, 2012 on the Awares conference site (www.awares. org/conferences) until late that night, to receive and respond to YOUR questions. TEACCH's internationally recognised programme has a pioneering approach to service, treatment, training, research and the education of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. This is the first in a series of monthly one-day online seminars on www.awares.org/ conferences in 2012 (featuring an outstanding line-up of figures from the world of autism) to be run by Autism Cymru, Wales's National Charity for Autism. To cover our costs, we are charging an entry fee of just £5 for members of Autism Cymru or £12.00 for non-members. Fees are paid when you initially register for this one-day online seminar. Details about this and all other Awares online autism conferences, email adam@autismcymru. org
Parent Support Group for parents who have children and adolescents with mental illness. Held on June 3, 2012, from 3-4:30PM, in Rockville, MD. For details email dbaylinson@namimc.org
PUT YOUR QUESTIONS DIRECTLY TO A WORLD LEADING AUTHORITY ON ASD, PROFESSOR GARY MESIBOV, ON JUNE 25, 2012
Prof. Mesibov, director (until 2010) of Division TEACCH in North Carolina - is one of the top authorities on the planet in education and support for children and adults with autism. He will be online from the morning of Monday, June 25, 2012 on the Awares conference site (www.awares. org/conferences) until late that night, to receive and respond to YOUR questions. TEACCH's internationally recognised programme has a pioneering approach to service, treatment, training, research and the education of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. This is the first in a series of monthly one-day online seminars on www.awares.org/ conferences in 2012 (featuring an outstanding line-up of figures from the world of autism) to be run by Autism Cymru, Wales's National Charity for Autism. To cover our costs, we are charging an entry fee of just £5 for members of Autism Cymru or £12.00 for non-members. Fees are paid when you initially register for this one-day online seminar. Details about this and all other Awares online autism conferences, email adam@autismcymru. org
LECTURE, FREE MAGAZINE, MOVIES FOR THE WHOLE FAM
Understanding Medications for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Speaker Dr. Difazio, is head of pediatric neurosciences at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital. This lecture is FREE. Dr. Difazio will be speaking in Gaithersburg, MD, on June 6, 2012. For specifics and to register, call 301-869-7986 or email thehartungs@comcast.net
This June, Get a Free Digital Download of the Autism Advocate on Facebook For the entire month of June, each fan of the Autism Society on Facebook will have access to a free digital download of one of our favorite issues of the Autism Advocate, titled Tools that Help Individuals Communicate Effectively. Communication is a basic function of life that we take for granted; however, for many individuals with ASD, it is a real struggle. This edition of the Autism Advocate takes a hard look at critical skills and addresses strategies that will assist individuals to improve their communication skills, enhance their social communication and use a variety of ways (such as pictures) to effectively communicate. visit the Autism Society on Facebook all month long to claim their free digital copy of the magazine!
Let's Go to the Movies... for the WHOLE FAMILY!!!!
This June, Get a Free Digital Download of the Autism Advocate on Facebook For the entire month of June, each fan of the Autism Society on Facebook will have access to a free digital download of one of our favorite issues of the Autism Advocate, titled Tools that Help Individuals Communicate Effectively. Communication is a basic function of life that we take for granted; however, for many individuals with ASD, it is a real struggle. This edition of the Autism Advocate takes a hard look at critical skills and addresses strategies that will assist individuals to improve their communication skills, enhance their social communication and use a variety of ways (such as pictures) to effectively communicate. visit the Autism Society on Facebook all month long to claim their free digital copy of the magazine!
Let's Go to the Movies... for the WHOLE FAMILY!!!!
Join AMC Theatres and the Autism Society on June 16, 2012 for a special showing of Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted. We will be showing the movie at 10 a.m. local time in participating theatres nationwide. For more information or to find a theatre near you, visit www.autism-society.org/sensoryfilms .
Sunday, May 20, 2012
(FREE!) ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!! with REDSKINS' TYLER POLUMBUS; Extreme Recess Lacrosse with GEORGETOWN ATHLETICS; Ariticle on LATEST RESULTS ON EMERGING MS THERAPIES
Article from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society:
Latest results about emerging MS therapies, risk factors, disease mechanisms, rehabilitation, CCSVI, and much more presented at AAN Meeting
http://nationalmssociety.org/news/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=6377
Register Now for Extreme Recess Football with Redskins' Tyler Polumbus and his Tyler's Kids Outreach team! It's FREE!, but you must register. It's happening on June 8, 2012 from 2:30-5:30PM, in Landover, MD.
http://extremerecessfootball.eventbrite.com/
Register Now for Extreme Lacrosse with Georgetown Athletics! It's FREE!, but you must register. It's happening on June 16, 2012, from 1-3PM in Washington, D.C. http://gtownlacrosseextremerecess.eventbrite.com/
Latest results about emerging MS therapies, risk factors, disease mechanisms, rehabilitation, CCSVI, and much more presented at AAN Meeting
http://nationalmssociety.org/news/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=6377
Register Now for Extreme Recess Football with Redskins' Tyler Polumbus and his Tyler's Kids Outreach team! It's FREE!, but you must register. It's happening on June 8, 2012 from 2:30-5:30PM, in Landover, MD.
http://extremerecessfootball.eventbrite.com/
Register Now for Extreme Lacrosse with Georgetown Athletics! It's FREE!, but you must register. It's happening on June 16, 2012, from 1-3PM in Washington, D.C. http://gtownlacrosseextremerecess.eventbrite.com/
Sunday, May 6, 2012
You Do Have A Talent To Share!!, A lecture/workshop and 5K Run for Sports Plus--all are invited!!
Sports Plus invites you to the Germantown 5 miler/Sports Plus 1K, May 19, 2012, at 8AM. This event is brought to you by the Montgomery County Road Runners Club and the Spagnvola Chocolatier. This race benefits Sports Plus. There is also a 5K that begins at 8:30AM. This race is fully inclusive, with Sports Plus staff on hand to encourage and accompany runners on the course. Register at www.germantown5miler.com.
You've Got Talent!! B'MoreAbilities Special Arts Center is seeking Special Artist, Musician, Dancers, Vocalists, Writers, and Comediens, at the World of Possibilites Expo, on May 19, 2012, from 1:30-2:30PM. RSVP at bmoreabilities@gmail.com, www.basac.org, or 443-769-0507.
Lecture by Rebecca Rubin of Disability Support Solutions will discuss residential models for individuals eligible for DDA funding in Maryland. Residential Models for Individuals Eligible for Maryland DDA Funding workshop, will be presented on May 29, 2012, from 7:30-9PM, in Bethesda, MD. Register at https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=idtuvbdab&oeidk=a07e5vxp00x308e54f3
You've Got Talent!! B'MoreAbilities Special Arts Center is seeking Special Artist, Musician, Dancers, Vocalists, Writers, and Comediens, at the World of Possibilites Expo, on May 19, 2012, from 1:30-2:30PM. RSVP at bmoreabilities@gmail.com, www.basac.org, or 443-769-0507.
Lecture by Rebecca Rubin of Disability Support Solutions will discuss residential models for individuals eligible for DDA funding in Maryland. Residential Models for Individuals Eligible for Maryland DDA Funding workshop, will be presented on May 29, 2012, from 7:30-9PM, in Bethesda, MD. Register at https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=idtuvbdab&oeidk=a07e5vxp00x308e54f3
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
All Events take place in a FEW days! Please review quickly!
Please join us for a Support Group for parents/caregivers who have children and adolescents with mental health issues. The next meeting is this Sunday, May 6, 2012, from 3-4:30PM, at the NAMI MC, 11718 Parklawn Drive in Rockville, MD. (Behind the Karpet King)
For Our Kids, For Ourselves, presents What to Do With Worry: Helping Kids Handle Anxiety, May 6, 2012, from 2:45-4:30PM, in Chevy Chase, MD. This lecture will describe four aspects of anxiety and how to best support children in managing each one. Recognize the signs of anxiety in your child. For more details and for reservations, please email adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. $12 by reservation, $15 at door.
For Our Kids, For Ourselves, presents What to Do With Worry: Helping Kids Handle Anxiety, May 6, 2012, from 2:45-4:30PM, in Chevy Chase, MD. This lecture will describe four aspects of anxiety and how to best support children in managing each one. Recognize the signs of anxiety in your child. For more details and for reservations, please email adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. $12 by reservation, $15 at door.
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Parent Academy Session for Middle School Parents:
Bright Futures for Students with IEPs
Families and schools can work together to help students with IEPs make a successful transition to high school. Learn about high school choices that will help your student transition to employment, postsecondary education and independence. This lecture will be held on May 9, 2012, at the Brooke Lee MS in Silver Spring, MD. For details, contact the MCPS Transition Services Office, 301-649-8008. (Sent by Karen Leggett)
Interactive Classical Concert and Summer Programs for Juniors and Seniors with Disabilities preparing for College or Employment
Music for Autism Concert May 6, 2012, at the Ivymount School, in Rockville, MD. This fabulous afternoon feature the Capitol Woodwind Quintet, in an interactive, autism friendly concert. Excerpts include Peter and the Wolf, narrated by the National Symphony's Holly Hamilton. Concert is free but reservations are requested. Webpage: musicforautism.org
(The following info is provided by Kathy R.)
The Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) offers three summer programs helping high school juniors and seniors with disabilities prepare for college or employment:
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(The following info is provided by Kathy R.)
The Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) offers three summer programs helping high school juniors and seniors with disabilities prepare for college or employment:
- Mastering a Successful Transition (MAST)-A program for students with learning disabilities or attention deficit disorders who are interested in attending college.
- All About College Exploration (ACE)-A program for students who are blind or who have a significant vision loss who are interested in attending college.
- Work and Volunteer Experience (WAVE)-A program for students who are deaf or hard of hearing who are not planning to attend college.
Students with the appropriate disabilities must be registered with DORS to participate. Those already registered may be referred to a program by his/her DORS counselor; to register your child, contact your local DORS office, http://www.dors.state.md.us/dors
For info on DORS' Workforce & Technology Center, which administers these programs:
http://www.dors.state.md.us/NR/rdonlyres/8EE30C8B-0467-4C33-8F61 9AB7C4624F55/0/WTC_2011.pdf or call 410-554-9442/888.554.0334, TTY/TDD 410.554.9411 or email dors@dors.state.md.us.
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