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STORIES OF AUTISM PROJECT
Stories of Autism is the work of photographer Charles Cotugno who has created portraits of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders. Each portrait is accompanied by a story written by the subjects' families talking about what life is like with autism. Since January of 2008, the project has been exhibited extensively in the Seattle area as well as featured in local television media and national publications. One of his goals is to exhibit this project around the country to raise awareness about autism. To see the photos and stories visit http://www.storiesofautism.com The online group he has created for parents and individuals with autism can be accessed at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=19269628927 Contact Charlie Cotugno at chasco83@hotmail.com
SUMMERFRIENDS: SOCIAL SKILLS FOR 5-8 YEAR OLDS – JULY 16-AUG 20
Special summer social skills group for children 5-8 years old with Asperger’s Syndrome and related difficulties with social interaction. Meetings will be Wednesday, 4:30-6pm, in Seattle near Lake Union. Led by Jean Gant, M.Ed., M.A. Counseling. Sliding fee scale available. Contact Jean at (206) 501-9404 or GantJ_750@msn.com
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN AUTISM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON – AUGUST 4-7 & 8
The University of Washington Experimental Education Unit (EEU) is offering several summer training opportunities to meet the needs of students with autism and related conditions. 9am-4pm each day. For Teachers, paraprofessionals, related service staff, family members, and others. Clock Hours or UW Course Credit available. Pay for four and the fifth attends FREE. Contact Jaime Martin at jaimem2@u.washington.edu , (206) 221-3139 or register at http://depts.washington.edu/pdacent/workshops.html
AUGUST 4-7 – Effective Teaching for Preschool and Elementary Students with ASD and Related Disorders, $400
AUGUST 8 – Promoting Independence and Social Skills for Preschool and Elementary Students with ASD and Related Disorders, $100
GROUP FOR TEENS WITH ORGANIZATION, PLANNING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING CHALLENGES – AUG 5-26
Dr Rich Garcia, licensed clinical psychologist, offers this group aimed at increasing awareness of and improving organization and problem-solving skills. Group is open too teenagers, ages 14-18, with Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and those with similar difficulties. Tuesdays, Aug 5, 12, 19, and 26, 3:00-4:30PM, 365 118th Ave SE, Suite 118, Bellevue, $300/series. Contact (206) 824-1525 or stevebeckerassociates@comcast.net to register.
AUTISM DAY AT JUBILEE FARM IN CARNATION – AUGUST 9
Great annual get together for families includes a resource fair and lots of autism-friendly activities. FREE. Jubilee Farm in Carnation, Saturday, August 9,11am-3pm. For the latest details, contact Lynne Banki at (425) 313-5252 or visit www.autismdaywa.com
DAD’S WEEKEND – AUGUST 15-17
Meet with other male caregivers of children with emotional, mental and behavioral health disorders for a relaxing and educational weekend at the St. Andrews Conference Center overlooking Hood Canal, Check-in Friday, August 15, 4pm, Check-out Sunday, August 17, 1pm. All meals included at no cost. Register at www.WADADS.org
ADVOCATING FOR CHANGE TOGETHER (ACT) TRAINING – DEADLINE AUGUST 18
Learn about service systems, advocacy, leadership skills, and more. This free program is six one and a half day workshops held on Friday night and Saturday in Seattle at the Arc office from September 2008 to May 2009 and one legislative weekend in Olympia, November 21-23, 2008. Contact Mary Jo Magruder at (206) 829-7010 or mjmagruder@arcofkingcounty.org or Betsy McAlister at (425) 882-2010 or bmcalister@arcofkingcounty.org
NAMI EASTSIDE MONTHLY FORUMS
Monthly talks at Evergreen Hospital, Suite Tan 100, 12303 NE 130th Lane, Kirkland. Open and free to all. For more information contact (425) 885-6264 or email info@nami-eastside.org
AUGUST 19 – DEPRESSION: AN UPDATE ON TREATMENT – Presented by Dr David Dunner
SEPTEMBER 16 – SPECIAL NEEDS HOUSING ON THE EASTSIDE, NEEDS AND ALTERNATIVES – A panel discussion led by Abe Kriger, HERO House Founder and Advisory Board Chairman Emeritus.
BRIDGE DISABILITY MINISTRIES FOR TRANSITION AGE AND YOUNG ADULTS – AUGUST 23
Spiritual reflection, speakers, group time, and food for transition age, young adults, and their families/caregivers. Saturday August 23, 11am-3pm, Westminster Chapel,13646 NE 24th Street, Bellevue. RSVP by Friday, August 15. Contact Colleen Dodson at colleen@bridgemin.org or (425) 885-1006 ext 113.
HELPING PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING SNOHOMISH COUNTY – SEPTEMBER 11
Free training for parents with an interest in helping other parents who have a child with a developmental disability. Develop communication and listening skills and increase your knowledge of community resources. Thursday, September 11, 10am-2pm, at the Arc of Snohomish County Offices, Everett. Lunch provided. Childcare stipend and mileage available. Contact Jamie at (425) 258-2459 ext 104 or Jamie@arcsno.org to register.
CRUISE WITH MICHELLE GARCIA WINNER – SEPTEMBER 12-15
2008 AAPPSPA at Sea Conference featuring Michelle Garcia Winner, Social Cognitive Deficits Across the School and Home Day: The ILAUGH Model of Social Cognition and Informal Assessments, aboard Royal Caribbean’s Monarch of the Seas, Sept 12-15, sailing from Los Angeles, California to Ensenada Mexico. Contact Marlene Larris at GalaxSea Cruises and Tours at (732) 613-8444 or (908) 770-6012 or visit www.galaxseaeb.com
HELPING PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING KING COUNTY – SEPTEMBER 13
Free training for parents with an interest in helping other parents who have a child with a developmental disability. Develop communication and listening skills and increase your knowledge of community resources. Lunch provided. Saturday, September 13, 9am-4pm, The Arc of King County, 233 Sixth Avenue N, Seattle. RSVP by Thursday, August 28. Contact Julie Willaford at (206) 829-7046 or p2p@arcofkingcounty.org
LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITY – SEPTEMBER 17
Free training for parents interested in developing and enhancing their leadership and advocacy skills. Maria Florez from the Washington State Office of the Education Ombudsman will give an overview of her office’s program, services, and publication as well as provide some group consulting and coaching. Wednesday, September 17, 6-8pm. Contact Kelly Church at Kelly@arcsno.org
FREE PRACTIONER TRAINING BY SW COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE – AUGUST 23-24
Free training addressing a comprehensive approach to the treatment of autism, PDD, ADHD, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Tourette Syndrome and more. Tempe, AZ. Register at www.greatplainslaboratory.com or contact Rory Butler or Chasity Robinson at (800) 288-0383.
ASTAR AUCTION – SEPTEMBER 27
Autism Spectrum Treatment and Research (ASTAR) Center invites you to an Auction and Dinner, featuring auctioneer John Curley, to benefit Northwest Families Living with Autism, Saturday, September 27, 5:30pm, Leonessa Ballroom-Elliott Grand Hyatt, Pine Street and Seventh Ave, Seattle. For more information, contact (206) 332-1646 or info@astarcenter.org or visit www.astarcenter.org
MICHELLE GARCIA WINNER AND CAROL GRAY WORKSHOP – OCT 1 - 2
Michelle Garcia Winner and Carol Gray team up to give you a great two-day workshop, Wednesday, October 1, and Thursday, October 2, at the Shoreline Conference Center.
OCTOBER 1 – Social Discovery and Discovering Social Strategies
OCTOBER 2 – Thinking About Teaching and Teaching Thinking
Contact Cameron McCrady (415) 425-9021 or (480) 557-8595 or email cmccrady@socialthinking.com or visit www.socialthinking.com
SEATTLE WALK NOW FOR AUTISM 2008 – OCTOBER 4
Seattle Walk Now for Autism 2008, Saturday, October 4, University of Washington, Dempsey Indoor Arena, registration and resource fair begin at 9am, opening ceremony 10:30am, walk begins 10:40am. Kick-off Event on Tuesday, August 5, 7pm. Contact Lisa Yeager, Seattle Regional Walk Director, Autism Speaks, 159 Western Ave W, Suite 484, Seattle, (866) 362-6227 or lyeager@autismspeaks.org or seattle@autismspeaks.org
OCTOBER 4 – Walk Now for Autism in Seattle at University of Washington, Dempsey Center. Call (866) 362-6277 or visit www.walknowforautism.org/seattle
SIGNS OF AUTISM IN INFANTS CONFERENCE – OCTOBER 11-12
The Second International Conference on Signs of Autism in Infants: Changing Outcomes through Early Identification and Intervention will be October 11 and 12, in Southern California. Experts from all over the world will share their latest research on identification and intervention approaches. For more information, contact (800) 405-8942 or visit www.childdevelopmentmedia.com
DIFFICULT CONVERSATION TRAINING BY SOUND OPTIONS – OCTOBER 15
Sound Options will present this seminar on Difficult Conversations, 9am-4pm, 3000 Rockefeller, Everett. Contact Kelly Church at Kelly@arcsno.org
SNOHOMISH COUNTY LEGISLATIVE FORUM – NOVEMBER 13
Join your elected officials at November 13, 6:30-8:30pm, Everett Train Station, Weyerhauser Room, 3201 Smith Ave, Everett. Contac Kelly Church at Kelly@arcsno.org
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Community Connections is a resource and service supported by The Arc of King County and King County Developmental Disabilities Division. For more information, call (206) 364-6337 or email connections@arcofkingcounty.org Visit the Community Calendar at www.arcofkingcounty.org/guide/events
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