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AS MORE WITH AUTISM NEAR ADULTHOOD, CLUES TO SUCCESS EMERGE
What's the biggest predictor of success for individuals with autism in adulthood? Researchers say it might not be what you'd expect. The ability to do everyday, self-care activities like bathing, cleaning and cooking trumped other factors like symptom severity and intellectual functioning, according to findings from a new study being presented this week at the International Meeting for Autism Research in Salt Lake City.
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Learn How to Row and Paddle
for Individuals with ASD
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Sunday, June 7, 2015
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Three Rivers Rowing Association
90 River Front Drive
(GPS use 40 River Front Drive)
Millvale, PA 15209
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Event is geared towards individuals age 12 years and older. All functioning levels are welcome, along with family members, siblings and support staff. Everyone will be fitted with a life jacket.
Event is FREE
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"Thinking in Speech"
Promoting Independent Problem Solving in Children with ASD
Presented by:
Janice Nathan,
M.S., CCC-SLP
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA
Education Room
35 Wilson Street
(GPS 35 Dewey Street)
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
Continuing Education Credits Offered:
Act 48, Act 62, AOTA, ASHA,
Psychologists, Social Workers
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Creative Citizen Studios and Union Project are hosting an art and gardening summer camp for ages 14-25 with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Union Project students will use 2D art and 3D ceramics to investigate the natural world of plants. Campers will learn life skills with experienced instructors. Cost: $600
Contact Kirsten Ervin
412-576-6254
[email protected]
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Erie Location:
West parking lot at the Barber National Institute
June 6, 13, 20, 27
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. or
10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Contact: Cindy Priester
814-878-4031
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Warren Location:
Warren County YMCA
July 11, 18, 25, August 1
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. or
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Contact: Diane Muntz
814-726-8445
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For children and young adults ages 7-21, who are able to steer and pedal. Participants should bring a bike and helmet, but a limited number may be available for camp use. Parents/guardians are requested to remain on site to observe each session.
For more information and application please visit www.BarberInstitute.org
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Mental Health First Aid (Adult) Course
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Mental Health First Aid (Adult) is not a clinical course and is not intended for mental health experts. It is designed to provide interested people in the community with the knowledge, strategies and tactics they can use to understand, identify and respond to an individual undergoing a mental health crisis.
Wednesday, May 27 AND Thursday, May 28 from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. each day
Please plan to attend BOTH DAYS.
CCAC Boyce Campus
595 Beatty Road
Monroeville, PA 15146
Room N524 (in the North Wing)
Registration available
HERE
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Free IEP Clinic-What You Need to Know About Your Child's Educational Rights
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Come and learn about your child's educational rights from the experts who know it best. Attendees are welcome to bring their child's IEP for a brief review by a special education attorney from McAndrews Law Offices.
Friday, May 29, 2015 at 10:00 a.m.
Hilton Scranton (Dalton Room)
FREE registration is suggested, but not required.
Contact: Allyson McAndrews, Director of Marketing
570-969-1817
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WPIC Merck Summer Therapeutic Inclusion Program
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As part of its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality care and treatment within the autism community, the WPIC Merck Summer Therapeutic Inclusion Program is pleased to announce that we will again be offering our 8 week behavioral treatment program. Youths must be between the ages of 5-12 with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or social pragmatic communication deficits. Embedded within the Jewish Community Center's larger day camp, treatment will be highly flexible and target individual goals which increase those behaviors that enhance social relationships, decrease anxiety and lead to greater independence skills within the camp setting and community.
Program Details: Monroeville
Dates/Times: June 22-August 14, M-F, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Please contact: Jodi Toscolani
412-235-5404
[email protected]
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STRIDER Bike Event: Free to Demo Ride or Race!
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Demo ride or race new STRIDER No-Pedal Balance Bikes. Three sizes for all ages (toddlers to adults). Larger sizes created for individuals with special needs, such as autism, Down syndrome or cerebral palsy. Cheer on 9 local individuals, ages 8-22, training now for the race.
June 6, 2015, Station Square
Adventure Zone and Demos from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
FREE Special Needs Races, 12:30 p.m. -1:30 p.m.
Click HERE for more information
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CHAIR THAT STUDENTS HELPED CREATE FOR KIDS MAY BE HEADED TO MARKET
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39 THEME PARKS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ACCESS PASSES
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MATERNAL HYPOTHYROIDISM IDENTIFIED AS POSSIBLE AUTISM RISK
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NEW APPROACH POWERS UP SEARCH FOR AUTISM GENES
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PERSPECTIVES PROGRAM
- Ages 16-45 with ASD
- Must be able to come to the University of Pittsburgh on a weekly basis for 18 months
Contact:
1-866-647-3436
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PARENT TRAINING FOR YOUNG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
- Must have child with ASD ages 3-7
- With significant behavioral issues
Contact: Kelley Sacco
412-692-5884
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| PITTSBURGH EARLY AUTISM STUDY
- Infants up to age 3 months with older sibling (both ASD and typically developing)
- Pregnant women may also inquire
- Visits take place in the home
Contact: Krista Pugliesi [email protected] 412-624-9355 |
AUTISM PARENT-CHILD INTERACTION THERAPY PROJECT (PCIT)
- Child with ASD ages 2.6-6.11
- Difficulty following adult requests
- 16 weekly sessions
Contact: Jodi Toscolani
412-235-5405
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AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER PERSONALITY PROFILE
- Males ages 13-19 with Asperger's diagnosis
- 60 minutes with Carlow College
Contact: Jennifer Pfeuffer
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ADDITIONAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS
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CLASS Kids/Vocational Ventures
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Are you a parent or guardian in Allegheny County? Does your teen want to earn valuable skills and cash? Would you like your child age 3-13 to be included in an activity that best suits their interests? Please contact us for our FREE service.
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact Char:
412-683-7100 ext. 2245 or
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This program is a specialized support system for young adults from 18 to 25 years of age with a primary diagnosis of autism. It has been designed to facilitate and develop peer relationships and socialization skills. The group is held on Thursdays from 4:00 to 7:00pm at 425 Main St., Youngstown, PA 15696. For more information contact Helen Tautkus-Berry at (724) 446-7282 or [email protected].
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Washington County Support Group
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Next Meeting: Wednesday, May 27, 2015, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
St. David's Episcopal Church, 906 E. McMurray Road, Venetia, PA 15367
Facilitator: Sue Schmidt
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Awesome Autism Support Group
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Support group for families with autism, ADHD, sensory processing and epilepsy in the Greenville/Hermitage Area
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Hillside Presbyterian Church, 2 North Street, Greenville, PA 16125. Child care and snack available.
Group Leader: Julia Cassidy
Phone: 724-718-3951
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Parent Support Group services Parents/Caregivers raising children with ASD and related disorders
Greater Hazelwood Family Center
5006 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15207
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Monthly: 4th Thursday
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711 Penn Avenue, Floor 2
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Monthly: 3rd Wednesday
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Specialized support system for young adults with a primary diagnosis of autism ages 18-25. It has been designed to facilitate and develop peer relationships and socialization skills.
Thursdays from 4:00 p .m. - 7:00 p.m., 425 Main Street, Youngstown, PA 15696
Group Leader: Helen Tautkus-Berry
Phone: 724-446-7282
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AWES Parent Support Group
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Open to anyone whose life is affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month 5:00pm - 7:00pm for conversation, support, and resources. Meetings will be held at our South Office at 3117 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017.
*Free service with childcare provided.
*RSVP Required
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NEW Group--PAUSE for Autism
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Autism family support group for Bradford County
Join us every 4th Sunday of the month from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the YMCA, 9 College Avenue, Towanda, PA 18848.
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Sibshops Pittsburgh is working to increase the peer support and information opportunities for brothers and sisters of people with special needs. Special needs can include any of the unique challenges resulting from learning difficulties, physical disability, or emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Sibshops are best described as opportunities for brothers and sisters of children with special health and developmental needs to obtain peer support and education within a highly recreational context. They reflect a commitment to the well-being of the family member most likely to have the longest-lasting relationship with the person with special needs.
Sibshops will be meeting in Squirrel Hill or Southside. We will no longer have meetings in Etna.
RSVP Required Please.
Group Leader Name: Rebecca Tyers Brown
Phone: 724-288-1365
Email: [email protected]
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EmployAble
provides career counseling and guidance to professionally-oriented young adults with post-secondary education who have mental health challenges and/or autism.
*Currently interviewing interested candidates!
EmployAble
promotes inclusiveness in the work-place and is designed to work with regional employers to help them understand the value of a diverse workforce and make appropriate accommodations. *Currently seeking employers/business owners looking to receive on-site training and consultation regarding the benefits of hiring individuals who happen to have mental health challenges or autism.
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