TWO ASP Meetings

from Jean McCoubrey, thanks -- JD

Saturday, January 17, 2009, 1pm-3pm
Northern Home for Children
5301 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Light refreshments provided

OR

Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 6:15pm-8pm
CBH, 8th & Market, 7th floor
Philadelphia, PA 191070
(Please sign in at the front desk)
Light Meal Provided
*Note change in conference rooms to E & C
Art and Music Therapy Social Skills Programs
Presented by Kathryn Snyder, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
from The Art Of Friendship
and The Rythym and Friendship

In the context of structured, therapeutic (and fun) art activities, existing strengths are reinforced, new social skills are taught, and self esteem is built. Utilizing the arts, direct instruction of social lessons on social awareness and social skills and coping strategies are taught in a fun and engaging way. Their new Music Therapy program is a fun, creative way to engage socially while also practicing the social thinking curriculum developed by Michelle Garcia-Winner

Kathryn Snyder is a Board-Certified Art Psychotherapist & Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping children & families survive & thrive in a challenging world. She has been in practice for over 10 years specializing in social & emotional problems of early childhood and adolescence. A graduate of the Hahnemann Creative Arts in Therapy Program at Drexel University and continues to supervise master's degree candidates.

*ASP greatly appreciates your RSVP for an accurate head-count*
TO RSVP OR FOR QUESTIONS
215-413-7106, OR NASYA06@MSN.COM To RSVP and for Childcare
call 215-413-7106

What is Autism Sharing and Parenting?
ASP is a volunteer run, 501(c)3 community-based, support group with the following goals

• To provide a support system for children with a diagnosis
• of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their families
• To educate the under-informed and culturally diverse
• populations in Philadelphia area
• To advocate for Children with ASD and their families
• To increase awareness of Autism and related families issues
• in the Philadelphia area

Dear Special Parents,

SPEC invites you to a presentation on Saturday January 10 from 1 to 3 pm at the Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia. Herb Hinkle, attorney, will discuss Estate Planning and Guardianship for families of people with special needs. His talk will include Special Needs Trusts and other vehicles for planning for your child's future.

Hope to see you there -- Jean

PNG: James Coplan Jan 27

PARENT NETWORKING GROUP

Informal Meeting for Parents to Meet and Share Information.

All parents or caregivers of children with special needs are welcome to attend .

There is no charge for this event.

Guest Speaker: Dr. James Coplan, MD

“Choosing the right services for the child

with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)”

Dr. Coplan is board certified in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and Development-Behavioral Pediatrics. From 1997 to 2004, he served as Director of Leadership Education in Neurodevelopemental Disabilities at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Coplan left Children’s Hospital in June of 2004 to form his own practice, Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics of the Main Line, located in Rosemont, PA.

Dr. Coplan’s forthcoming book Off the beaten path; The parents’ guide to Autistic Spectrum Disorders

© 2009 Random House

Tuesday, January 27^th at 7:30pm

at

LITTLE WONDERS

Child Growth & Development Center, Inc®

RSVP is preferred, but not necessary

(email: eric@littlewonderscenter.com or call 610-275-KIDS)

(Please, no children)

LITTLE WONDERS

CHILD GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC™

100 West Germantown Pike

East Norriton, PA 19401

www.littlewonderscenter.com

Comcast SportsNet recognized Little Wonders as"MVP" for their sports program (April 2008)

WPhilly playgroup starting Jan 2009

webcast about autism

Easter Seals' Living with Autism Study
Made Possible by MassMutual Financial Group
National Results Launch and Press Event : an Online Presentation
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 / 9:30-10:30 AM EST

Please click here and look for the registration button if interested.

Also, Joe Scullin will visit the monthly SPEC meeting this coming SAT at 10:30 am in the Chestnut Hill Library, hope to see you all then.

Dec 6: Joe Scullin

from Jean McCoubrey, SPEC chair (for lack of a better title) ...

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Dear Parents,

Just a reminder about the Special Parents of Exceptional Children meeting next Saturday December 6 at 10:30 am at the Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. (Note the change from our regular time!)

Joe Scullin, Director of Community Social Services at UCP, will speak and answer your questions about services for your child.

For more information, directions, etc., please reply to this email or call Jean at 215-913-9027.

Hope to see you!

Jean McCoubrey

Adult Autism Medicaid Waiver Announced

Good news, forwarded by Jean McCoubrey, below for families coping with the issues associated with children who have autism and the "age issue." :-)

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The Department of Public Welfare, Bureau of Autism Services is pleased to announce the approval of the Adult Autism Medicaid Waiver to serve individuals ages 21 and older.

Please share the archived handouts (.zip of pdf files, 420 K) with anyone who may be interested (i.e., potential consumers and/or providers). These handouts are also available online at www.autisminpa.org.

Please note that the “Provider Packets” mentioned in the “Provider FAQ” document will become available on June 16, 2008. Please email DPW-AutismOffice@state.pa.us or call 1-866-539-7689 on or after this date for a copy. The Provider Packet will include handouts entitled, “Autism Waiver Service Descriptions” and “BAS Adult Autism Waiver Provider Qualification Requirements,” as well as additional provider information.