AUTISM SHARING AND PARENTING
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
6:15pm-8pm
CBH
8th & Market, 7th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
and
Saturday, March 21, 2009
1pm-3pm
*Center for Autism*
3905 Ford Rd, Suite 6
Philadelphia, PA 19131
*New Location*
*Enter from Ellington Road*
Please sign in at the front desk
Reading Intervention Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Presented by Renay Boyce, M.Ed.
The skills needed to be a successful reader include phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. Ms. Boyce will explain how to assist students when there are challenges in any of these areas. Strategies and ideas will be suggested to use at home.
Family members will leave with packets of useful information -- while supplies last!
YES! We are ALWAYS looking for volunteers -- Please call!
About the Presenter:
Renay Boyce, M.Ed. is a Special Education Case Manager for the School District of Philadelphia. Ms. Boyce specializes in reading interventions and has presented to educators, including The Urban Education Special Education Leadership Collaborative and PA International Dyslexia Association. She is particularly known for bringing knowledge, resources and practical solutions to families in Philadelphia at the Office of Specialized Services annual parent training each June.
*ASP greatly appreciates your RSVP for an accurate head-count*
Light Meals Provided You MUST RSVP for Childcare at least 3 days in advance
Call RSVPLine: 215-413-7106 ~or~ Email: NASYA06@MSN.COM
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Monday, January 5, 2009
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
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
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Two Meetings on Autism ...
The information below is posted on behalf of Autism Sharing and Parenting (ASP), thanks to Jean McCoubrey for the message -- she also provided the ASCEND calendar link under "Resources" to the right.
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AUTISM SHARING AND PARENTING: TWO Meetings to choose from!
Saturday, February 16, 2008
1pm-3pm
Northern Home for Children
5301 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Lunch Provided
Visual Work Tasks for Learners on the Autism Spectrum
Presented by Renee Henderson
Discussion and hands on examples of reading, math, and writing tasks for your child to be used in the home. Tasks can assist in teaching your child communication skills or supporting your child academic IEP goals.
* Free drawing! A limited number of "How Do I Teach This Kid" books by Kimberly Henry will be given away !!
Interactive book kits made by the presenter will also be available to take home!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
6:15pm-8pm
CBH
8th & Market, 7th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(Please sign in at the front desk)
Light Meal Provided
Recreation & Day Camp Options!
Facilitated by Gail Stein
Trying to decide what this summer will look like for a child on the spectrum?
Come hear about some of the new and not so new programs available, procedure for admittance, and grant opportunities.
PA Mentor will also join us to discuss their summer camps for children on the spectrum.
About the Presenters:
Renee Henderson, is parent to a nine-year-old girl on the spectrum with severe language delays. Renee has supplemented her daughter's public education and therapy with "home schooling" since her diagnosis. She has nurtured her natural gift with seminars, workshops and conferences covering all areas of behavioral therapy and education for children on the spectrum
Gail Stein, L.C. S.W., is Director of the Variety Club for Children Family Autism Resource Center. She has been key in orchestrating countless autism community events including the Variety Sesame Place Day for children on the spectrum and Variety Club Fun Days and Summer Camp
What is ASP?
ASP is a volunteer run, Community-based, support group with the following goals
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AUTISM SHARING AND PARENTING: TWO Meetings to choose from!
Saturday, February 16, 2008
1pm-3pm
Northern Home for Children
5301 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Lunch Provided
Visual Work Tasks for Learners on the Autism Spectrum
Presented by Renee Henderson
Discussion and hands on examples of reading, math, and writing tasks for your child to be used in the home. Tasks can assist in teaching your child communication skills or supporting your child academic IEP goals.
* Free drawing! A limited number of "How Do I Teach This Kid" books by Kimberly Henry will be given away !!
Interactive book kits made by the presenter will also be available to take home!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
6:15pm-8pm
CBH
8th & Market, 7th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(Please sign in at the front desk)
Light Meal Provided
Recreation & Day Camp Options!
Facilitated by Gail Stein
Trying to decide what this summer will look like for a child on the spectrum?
Come hear about some of the new and not so new programs available, procedure for admittance, and grant opportunities.
PA Mentor will also join us to discuss their summer camps for children on the spectrum.
About the Presenters:
Renee Henderson, is parent to a nine-year-old girl on the spectrum with severe language delays. Renee has supplemented her daughter's public education and therapy with "home schooling" since her diagnosis. She has nurtured her natural gift with seminars, workshops and conferences covering all areas of behavioral therapy and education for children on the spectrum
Gail Stein, L.C. S.W., is Director of the Variety Club for Children Family Autism Resource Center. She has been key in orchestrating countless autism community events including the Variety Sesame Place Day for children on the spectrum and Variety Club Fun Days and Summer Camp
What is ASP?
ASP is a volunteer run, 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 of Philadelphia and Montgomery counties
- To advocate for Children with ASD and their families
- To increase awareness of Autism and autism issues in Philadelphia & Montgomery counties and PA
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