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| Therapy improves speech in autistic children with language delay |
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A behavioral therapy called pivotal response treatment (PRT) boosts the communication skills of autistic children with language delay better than do standard speech and autism therapies, a small study suggests1.
PRT therapists use various strategies to motivate autistic children to talk during play. For instance, they may name a toy that a child shows interest in, but hand it over only if the child then requests it by name. They also teach parents to use similar strategies in their daily routines.
The treatment has been shown to improve communication skills and ease autism traits when therapists implement it2. It is also effective when trained parents deliver it3. The new work explores its effectiveness when both parents and therapists are involved, as the therapy's creators intended. Read on... |
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| A Razor Designed with Caregivers in Mind |
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There have been over 4,000 razors designed for shaving yourself. None have been specifically designed to shave someone else - until now. Gillette TREO is the first of its kind, a unique razor we designed for caregivers and their loved ones. Click here for all the info... |
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| OCD: Deep magnetic stimulation may help where other therapies fail |
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Millions of people around the world have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a condition that often has a significant impact on well-being and quality of life. New research from Israel outlines a new therapy option that could help people with OCD that does not respond to other treatments.
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, as many as 2.2 million adults in the United States live with OCD.
OCD is characterized by compulsive, unwanted thoughts and behaviors that can often impact a person's daily activities.
According to a study from 2017, people with OCD often have a "significantly impaired" quality of life across the spectrum, so it is crucial to be able to manage this condition by accessing the right treatment.
Healthcare providers usually prescribe antidepressants and psychotherapy for the management of OCD symptoms. However, these approaches are not effective for everyone.
Now, researchers led by Dr. Lior Carmi - from Tel Aviv University in Israel - suggest that deep transcranial magnetic stimulation may help where other OCD treatments have failed. Read on... |
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| When Your Husband Doesn't Believe Your Child's Diagnosis Is Real |
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I am asked this question all the time. "My husband doesn't believe my child's diagnosis is real. What do I do?"
I have been thinking about writing this post for years.
I am asked this question several times a month and see it in the search history reports showing what brings women to my site. It is a topic my husband and I struggled with as well, in our first few years post diagnosis.
I know it is a daily stressor for those living in the midst of the confusion and arguments.
For me, it feels heartbreaking to even ask -
What do you do when your husband doesn't believe your child's diagnosis is real? Read on... |
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| Family and Others Looking for Help!!! |
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Do you receive SSI? Don't miss out on food benefits!
Beginning June 2019, many Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will become eligible for CalFresh Food Benefits.
There is NO CHANGE or reduction to SSI/SSP amounts. For more information Click, Call or Come in to your county office to apply and find out more.
Click GetCalFresh.org to apply online
Call 1-877-847-3663 (FOOD)
Come in/find an office at CalFreshFood.org
Do you type to communicate? Do you use AAC, RPM, FC, supportive typing? Are you looking to meet up with like minded individuals who use a keyboard to tell jokes and give speeches?
We are forming a social group, that meets monthly in Point Loma, of typers and their communication partners, just for fun, imagine that. No copays and our only goal is having a good time.
If you are interested please email me [email protected]
See you soon,
Otto Lana
San Diego Futures - I wanted to make sure everyone was aware of this organization because it can be a helpful resource to families in need of computers and other technology who may not have the resources they need to secure technology for their homes. If anyone needs a laptop or desktop and cannot afford one, please consider reaching out to this group. Desktops and laptops are available at VERY low prices for eligible families. https://sdfutures.org/for-individuals/
Great Opportunity for College Student Interested in Autism
Caregiver Wanted
Looking for a female caregiver for my 23 year old adult daughter with high functioning autism. 13 hours per week.at $17/hour. Assist with prompting to encourage laundry, good hygiene, nutrition, assist with food shopping, meal prep and medication refills/adherence. Also needs support at times with managing schoolwork and planning. Must have reliable transportation, good DMV record, proof of insurance and be willing to complete a background check. References also required. Most important is a positive, supportive attitude with good boundaries! She resides in Carlsbad and hours would mostly occur on weekdays after 4:00 PM and weekends. Contact Debra Berl at [email protected] or 619 672-8893 to apply.
I have a very experienced and amazing therapist that wants to start a social group with at least 3 autistic children. We would want the kids between the ages of 10-12 years old, have language, minimal behaviors but struggle with social interactions at school. This will be a fun group that will go to places and do age-appropriate activities. The cost will be $40 for 2-hours per person and the plan so far is to do it once a week, but I need to have at least two other kiddos to make it happen.
Please contact me via email at [email protected] if you are interested
One of my son's caregivers (who I highly recommend) is looking for additional part-time hours, ideally 3-4 days per week, and is available now. She has a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a minor in Child Development and loves working with kids of all abilities. Her career path includes working in Special Education classrooms as an assistant teacher. She is experienced in working with individuals with Autism, developmental delays, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and speech impairments.
She owns a vehicle, has a clean driving record, and is both CPR and First Aid certified. Additional positive attributes include:
Fluency in Spanish
A patient, kind demeanor
Ability to adapt easily and highly organized
The days and times she is available are:
Monday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 6:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Her rate is $20/hr. Please call or text her at (507) 217-0583 for more information.
Thanks,
Tracey Franks
If you have a question or request for this newsletter group, please send your email request to [email protected]. People who can help you will email you directly with their responses. |
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| FDA Approved Therapy for Anxiety - Back to School 10% Discount! |
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Safer Than Prescription Medication for Anxiety and ADHD/ADD and the Effects are Permanent! Back-To-School 10% Discount!!!
Microcurrent 4 Kids is San Diego's premiere pediatric microcurrent therapy program for children, teens and adults with special needs. Our program is the BEST therapy for Autism & ADHD, as you will see by the rapid improvement in your child's skills and abilities, because of how well it promotes developmental growth and couples with ALL other therapies.
Some of the neuro-developmental issues we commonly see include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Anxiety
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Depression
- ADD/ADHD
- And many more!
Our program uses the most advanced microcurrent device on the market today, the Electro-Equiscope. Call 858-367-9108 for your 10% discount and a free consultation!!!
Microcurrent 4 Kids
4540 Kearny Villa Road, Ste. 211
San Diego, CA 92123
858-367-9108
[email protected]
http://www.microcurrent4kids.com |
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| September Webinar: How to Protect Your Child from School Discipline |
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Join us by registering at https://www.myspecialneedsconnection.com/sd-webinar
The webinar will be held on Tuesday September 24th at 12:00 noon and will repeat Thursday September 26th at 7:00 pm. |
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| Autism Speaks San Diego Walk 2019 |
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Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 9 AM - 1 PM
Liberty Station NTC Park
2455 Cushing Rd., San Diego, California 92106
SAVE THE DATE and REGISTER Today! Walk site is open for individual and team registrations for the 2019 Autism Speaks' San Diego Walk on 10/5/2019 http://act.autismspeaks.org/sandiego
Event includes local service provider resources, sponsor booths, Kids Zone, live entertainment and a beautiful 5k walk along NTC park waterfront.
General registration at 9:00am
Opening Ceremonies 10:00am
Walk start time 10:30am
Event activities are open until 1pm.
Register as an individual walker or start a team!
Teams will get to compete in friendly team competions and challenges leading up to the event. Teams who raise $2500 or more are eligible for Team Village. Individuals can qualify for a variety of gifts based on achieving fundraising milestones. Raise $150 earn the official 2019 Autism Speaks Walk shirt, exclusively designed by Tommy Hilfiger!
Event is FREE to register but fundraising is encouraged! Our walks are the major fundraising vehicle for Autism Speaks. Funds raised are critical to continue providing support to thousands of individuals locally, nationally and around the world. |
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| ATPF Bowling Party for ASD adults and teens 16+! |
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Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 12 PM - 2 PM
Kearny Mesa Bowl
7585 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, California 92111
Limited Space AVAILABLE! There are only 24 spots so RSVP today!
This event is FREE, but you must RSVP to reserve your spot!
To reserve your spot, please contact [email protected] or call us at the office: 619-222-4465. https://www.facebook.com/events/445622502695045/ |
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| Mingle - September 18th! |
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
6 PM - 9 PM
Rockin' Baja Lobster - Old Town
3890 Twiggs St, San Diego, California 92110
Join us for Mingle, where we bring parents, families, and professionals in the special needs community together for an evening to mingle, socialize, and make new connections while sharing our collective experiences and resources. At Mingle we have facilitated introductions, highlight community organizations, and feature a non-profit (Excelsior Academy) and other resources (FITS OT, Therapy Changes, RiteCare, and Rogers Behavioral Health). Click here for all the info!!! |
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| Gymnastics Club with Friendship Circle! |
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Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Flip Force San Diego
9282 Miramar Rd, San Diego, California 92126
Our bounciest monthly program! Join FC for a fun, active class with college students, teens, and youth! Active classes help boost strength, coordination, self-confidence and more.
Early Bird rate of $20 annual free - $36 at the door.
You're Invited!
Friendship Circle hosts events for the whole family almost every month! Join us for community outings and celebrations to meet new people, catch up with old friends and enjoy a welcoming experience everyone will love. Most events are FREE unless otherwise noted. Scholarships and family discounts are always available for those in need. Contact [email protected] with any questions. Click here to register: https://friendshipcirclesd.com/events/
Prior to registering for any Friendship Circle event, if you are not a member of Friendship Circle, please fill out the new family or new volunteer form:
https://friendshipcirclesd.com/get-involved/families/
https://friendshipcirclesd.com/get-involved/volunteers/
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| TAG Carlsbad 3 Year Anniversary Adventure Themed BBQ! |
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Join us in celebrating 3 years in Carlsbad! We will be having delicious BBQ, fun camping and adventure themed games, a photobooth, and much more! This event is for all of our TAG kiddos and families. Please join us! To RSVP please call 760-448-5837. http://tagforgrowth.com |
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| Jason Mraz Audition for Malashock Dance |
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Malashock Dance is hosting an open audition for standardly AND differently-abled students to perform in 2 original dances with Jason Mraz in February of 2020.
Audition details:
Sunday, October 6 from 2:30-4: 30 pm
Location: Malashock Dance, 2650 Truxtun Rd, Room 200 (Located in Liberty Station), San Diego, CA, 92106
Audition Requirements: Please wear athletic gear and running/athletic shoes. The audition may also be barefoot depending on the choreography.
I have attached the FB event and our Webpage below. We are asking all students to please RSVP for the audition.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/501258657391882/
Website: http://www.malashockdance.org/events/moving-with-mraz-audition/ |
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| NFAR Family Activity at theNAT, Sunday, Oct. 13th |
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You're invited! Join us at the San Diego Natural History Museum (theNAT) on Sunday, Oct. 13th for a morning of discovery and fun! theNAT has some special activities planned for our families - including a sensory-friendly 2D film.
Enjoy the museum exhibits, & activities with other autism families in a welcoming and comfortable environment.
theNAT is generously offering NFAR families FREE admission before 9:45AM but please register so that we can plan accordingly. (Regular admission is $12 per child, $19 per adult.) REGISTER HERE>>> http://bit.ly/2yPxaKC |
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| FREE!! Workshop on Non-Public Schools & Options! |
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Join us Tues., October 1st for a workshop on Non-Public Schools & Options!
This will be an opportunity for families as well as educators to gain an overview of the non-public special education schools in the San Diego area.
Each school will provide a brief presentation and have a resource table with additional information.
Location: Thurgood Marshall Middle School (Scripps Ranch) Booths will be available between 6:00-6:30pm, and after the presentations at 7:45pm.
The workshop is free, but please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-on-non-public-schools-and-options-tickets-27779790100 |
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| You're Invited: Crimson Fall Fest! |
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TERI Crimson Center for Speech & Language Pathology
9606 Tierra Grande St., Suite 107
San Diego, CA 92126
https://www.crimsoncenter.com
To RSVP for this event please call 760-315-1311. |
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| FREE!!! Mornings without Tears: Practical Strategies to Get Your Child Out of Bed and On the Bus! |
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Wed, September 25, 2019
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
SDSU Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders
6363 Alvarado Court #250
San Diego, CA 92120
The SDSU Center for Autism will be hosting a workshop to make morning routines a little less painful!
Objectives: Parents will learn strategies to assist their child with transitions and morning task completion, including utilization of visual schedules, timers, and priming.
Content: MeBe will provide instruction in the strategies mentioned above. MeBe will bring customizable, visual schedules for parents to take home, and a handout that summarizes the strategies presented. MeBe will bring a Spanish speaking translator as well. Click here for all the info and to Register!! |
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| ASD Mornings at the NAT |
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The San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) is pleased to offer a program for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) community: a once-a-month ASD Morning in which the Museum opens early for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their families, friends, and caregivers. This innovative program encourages individuals to explore, play, and discover the treasures The Nat has to offer in an environment that is comfortable for them.
ASD Mornings take place the second Sunday of every month. The Museum will open at 9 AM*, one hour earlier than its standard 10 AM opening time, providing a quiet and less-crowded environment for visitors to explore the Museum's galleries at their own pace. In addition, on ASD Mornings the Museum will offer a "quiet room" from 9 AM to noon if visitors need a quiet space to decompress or desensitize. General admission rates apply during ASD Mornings.
www.sdnhm.org
877.946.7797
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| Autism Accessibility Morning at the Fleet! |
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The third Saturday of every month, Fleet invites the Autism Spectrum Community to enjoy our museum through this special opportunity. Adults and families with children with autism can enjoy the Fleet's exhibit galleries in a quieter setting, an hour before regular open hours to the general public and with access to a special cool-off space. Visitors are welcome to stay and enjoy the museum all day. Admission includes a special IMAX film screening at 10 a.m. with the house lights on and a lower soundtrack volume.
For more information, visit www.fleetscience.org/events/autism-accessibility-mornings.
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| Everyone Deserves a Loving Home |
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| San Diego Park and Rec Program for the Disabled Fall Calendar |
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| Learn About RDI in San Diego! |
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| Learn About RDI in Carlsbad! |
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| TAG Temecula Info Session Online Webinar Every Month |
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| Toddler MRI Study at SDSU |
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Our Center's research arm, the Brain Development Imaging Labs, is conducting a fascinating study looking at how young children's brains change as they get older. We are looking for kids (15 months to 5 years old) who are on the spectrum or who are suspected to have autism. Participants get a free assessment (plus assessment summary), free MRI scan, $150, AND a free picture of their brain!
For more info or to sign up, please call us at 619-594-2500 or email us at [email protected]. Thank you! http://autism.sdsu.edu
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| Participate in SPARK at UCSD |
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UC San Diego's Autism Center of Excellence is seeking individuals diagnosed with ASD and their biological family members to participate in SPARK, the largest national genetics research project in US history! The SPARK study aims to gain a better understanding of the causes and potential treatments of autism by building a cohort of 50,000 diagnosed individuals to facilitate research on an unprecedented scale. There is NO cost to participate in the study and it can even be completed without leaving the house!
What we do
SPARK researchers extract genetic data through a saliva sample and analyze information collected from thousands of people with autism and their biological parents. UCSD and over 20 of the nation's leading medical schools are part of this effort.
How to join*
1. Sign up online at
www.sparkforautism.org/ucsd.sarrc -- registration typically takes about 20 minutes. Using this link connects you to our site, which enables us to better follow up with you if you encounter any issues or have specific questions.
2. Complete a few questionnaires online.
3. Provide a saliva sample. A saliva collection kit will be sent directly to your home after registration. When you are done, simply mail it back in the prepaid mailer.
Benefits of joining
1. Individuals with autism will receive gift cards valued at up to a total of $50 for participation.
2. SPARK hosts monthly webinars, featuring psychologists, researchers, or speakers from the autism community, that provide useful information for families and individuals with autism.
3. If a genetic finding is discovered related to the cause of autism, results will be shared back with families.
4. The information you provide may help others with ASD for generations to come!
*Our site also offers the option for home appointments where a member of our SPARK team can come to your home and assist you in the registration process, collect the saliva samples, and mail them in for you! This is typically the preferred method for families as everything gets completed at once. Please note that we ask that both biological parents and individual diagnosed with ASD be present for these appointments. We can accommodate a variety of dates and times outside normal business hours on the weekdays or weekends -- whichever is most convenient for you and your family! Alternatively, we can also schedule in-clinic appointments at our office if that is preferred.
You can visit our SPARK FAQ page for additional details. Please contact us via email at [email protected] or via phone at 858-534-6906 if you would like to set up an appointment or if you have any questions!
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| Older Adults with Autism (40-75 yrs old) Needed for Study |
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We are looking for older adults with autism (40-75 yrs old) to be in our brain imaging study! Anyone with a diagnosis or suspects that she or he has autism is invited to reach out to us. Participants receive a free assessment, free MRI brain scan, and around $150! If you know anyone who might be interested in this, please have them email
[email protected] or call us at 619-594-0176. Thank you!
http://autism.sdsu.edu
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| SDSU Center for Autism Brain Study Needs Volunteers! |
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The SDSU Center for Autism is conducting a behavioral and brain imaging study with youth (7-21 years old) on the spectrum. We are trying to understand how the brain changes as children become young adults.
Participants get a free assessment, a free MRI scan, about $150, and a free picture of their brain! If you are interested, call us at 619-594-0176, or email us at
[email protected]. Thank you!
http://autism.sdsu.edu
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