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Nov 18th, 2011
1:00-2:30pm
FREE TelAbility/WATCH Multipoint Training:
DIVERSITY: WORKING WITH HISPANIC FAMILIES
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Nov 4th-6th, 2011
CAMP ROYALL
Mini Camp
Mini Camp weekends provide an outdoor camp experience for people on the autism spectrum of all ages, as well as weekend respite for families of individuals still living at home, regardless of age. Please visit the camp section of the Autism Society of NC for more information and registration.
Nov 5, 2011
10:00am-1:00pm
KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP:
Session I - Student Readiness
The first of TDSN's bi-monthly workshops on topics to help parents of older preschoolers prepare for the transition to kindergarten.
Registration is requred by calling (919) 803-0515 or email RSVP@triangledownsyndrome.org with your name, phone #, child's name and birthdate.
Nov 5th, 2011
2:30-3:30pm
SPECIAL FRIENDS STORYTIME:
For kids with Special Needs & their Grown-ups
Southeast Regional Library, 908 7th Ave, Garner.
The storytime invludes movement, music and stories. Children who have difficulty sitting still are welcome. Geared towards children from age 2 through elementary level.
Registration is required. Please call (919) 662-2263.
Nov 6, 2011
2:00-4:00pm
SUNDAY FUN DAY
Chapel Hill Parks & Rec
523 Franklin St, Chapel Hill
Children can play in an active room with balls, a parachute and games, or in a calmer room with a variety of manipulatives will keep them occupied. Staffed with volunteers to play with the kids, this event is for ages 2-12 years.
This is FREE but registration is required. Deadline is noon Friday Nov 5th. To register online please visit www.townofchapelhill.org/register. For more information please call Marian Kaslovsky at (919) 968-2813
Nov 8, 2011
6:30-9:00pm
TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME:
Mom's Night Out in Cary
The meal is potluck, just bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to share.
Please contact the TDSN office at (919) 803-0515 or email Jenny at jscoley@gmail.comfor more information or to RSVP.
Nov 9, 2011
9:00am-12:00pm
AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC
Newly Diagnosed Workshop
505 Oberlin Rd, Ste 230, Raleigh
For parents of children ages 7-12, this workshop offers resources, support and connection with other parents. Parent advocates Tali Denton and Nancy LaCross will be facilitating. This is a free workshop, but registration is required.
TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME NETWORK: D.A.D.S. Monthly Meeting
Topic to be determined. Please contact the TDSN office at (919) 803-0515 for more information.
Nov 17, 2011
10:30-11:30am
ASNC PARENT DISCUSSION GROUP:
Problem Solving around Challenging Behaviors.
ground floor conference room at the Chapel Hill TEACCH Center located in the UNC Autism Building
Dr. Marcus, former Clinical Director of Chapel Hill TEACCH, will lead a discussion centered on applying structured teaching to preempt and reduce challenging behaviors at home and in the community.
The workshop is free, but please register in advance by calling Ruth Thomson at (919) 966-4699 or email her at ruth_thomson@med.unc.edu
Nov 18, 2011
8:30-11:00am
PROJECT ENLIGHTENMENT
Educator Workshop
A Guided Observation of the Demonstration Preschool
Designed for teachers of 3-5 year olds, participants observe and discuss best practices in one of two Project Enlightenment inclusion classrooms.
Fee: $20
Please visit Project Enlightenments site here for more information, or to register.
Nov 18, 2011
9:30am-12:00pm
ASNC OPEN WORKSHOP
Organizing the Day; Structuring for Success.
505 Oberlin Rd, Ste 230, Raleigh
This workshop explains the benefits of a structured approach to teaching individuals with autism. Photo examples and video clips will show how to implement techniques and participants will practive developing structure for thier own use with guidance.
Online registration is open at ANSC's website. Fees vary based on number in group.
Nov 19, 2011
9:30-11:00am
THE NEXT STEP
Millbrook Exchange Community Center, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh.
An informational session for those interested in residential options for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Meetings are free and light refreshments will be available. No reservation necessary.
Children can play in an active room with balls, a parachute and games, or in a calmer room with a variety of manipulatives will keep them occupied. Staffed with volunteers to play with the kids, this event is for ages 2-12 years.
This is FREE but registration is required. Deadline is noon Friday Nov 18th. To register online please visit www.townofchapelhill.org/register. For more information please call Marian Kaslovsky at (919) 968-2813
Nov 29, 2011
9:30-11:00am
GUARDIANSHIP:
What Is It, and Who Needs It?
505 Oberlin Rd, Ste 230, Raleigh
ASNC presents basic information about guardianship. The session is designed as a tool to help parents in making a decision about their family situation.
Helping Shy, Cautious or Anxious Children Experience Success in Your Classroom
This is part I of a two part workshop in which participants will learn ways to engage children who are shy, cautious or anxious, and discover techniques to help them become successful in your classroom. Part II will be held on Dec 6th.
Instructor: Edla Prevette
Fee: $32
For more information, or to register please visit Project Enlightenment's website here.
Dec 5, 2011
23rd ANNUAL LEO M. CROGHAN CONFERENCE
Sheraton Imperial Hotel
4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC
A conference for parents and professionals concerned with the care and development of young children. Please click here to view the brochure for full details. You can also download a pdf version.
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All of TelAbility's free multipoint video trainings are archived, and can be viewed any time on our website, telability.org under the "RESOURCES", then "EDUCATION" tabs. Simply click on the session you wish to view.
UPCOMING TELABILITY VIDEOCONFERENCE WORKSHOPS...
December 2nd:
Parent Panel - Services from a Family Perspective
December 16th:
DIVERSITY: Working with African American Families
Please note:
These workshops are not open for registration until a week prior when an invitation to register will be sent through our listserv.
ALL trainings take place from 1:00-2:30pm and host sites are announced in the invitation to register email.
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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2011 1-2:30PM
CHIROPRACTICS & THE CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Dr. Alisha Davis will be presenting a lecture on brain and nervous system function, and their critical roles in social and academic learning. This training will help you better understand how a child with special needs "navigates" through each day, and the struggles they encounter. Dr. Davis will speak of drug-free treatment options which may help "turn on the lights" to a child's nervous system and allow them to reach their full learning potential, as well as the potential benefits and role of chiropractic care in regulating sensory systems.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2011 1-2:30PM
DIVERSITY: WORKING WITH HISPANIC FAMILIES
Mr. Eliezer Vazques from Wake County Human Services will present information on how to work effectively with families from the Latino culture. This presentation will help service providers from different cultural backgrounds learn of common issues within the Latino community, and will include a question and answer period.
OCT 21st Relationship Development Intervention Workshop...
We apologize that due to technical difficulties experienced during this presentation by Karen Beaver on October 21st, two sites were unable to participate and we were unable to record & archive the session.
Fortunately, and with our thanks, Karen has agreed to repeat the training in January so stay tuned for more information as we near the date.
Specializing in pediatric mobility and seating. Carolina Mobility and Seating serves Eastern and Central North Carolina. They supply manual and power wheelchairs, positioning strollers, seating and positioning systems, standing aids, walking aids, bath and toiletry, and many other items.
They are also a certified repair center with professionally trained technicians and an extensive parts inventory.
Shining Stars Pediatric Therapy Services
Move to Learn Program
Move to Learn is a drop off program instructed by a licensed Occupational Therapist and is a language based group for children between the ages of 2 and 4. Focusing on the principles of sensory integration, each themed session will address motor, language, sensory, cognitive, social and emotional skills through music, movement, and hands on activities. For compete details and dates, please click here.
ECAC is a private non-profit parent organization committed to improving the lives and education of ALL children through a special emphasis on children with disabilities.
Parent Education Programs include:
The NC Parent Training and Information (PTI)
The NC Parent Information and Resource Center (PIRC)
The NC Family-to-Family Health Information Center (HIC)
NC State Improvement Project
Behavior and Reading Improvement Center (BRIC)
Bridging the Gap
For more information, please visit ECAC's website at the link above.
Dr. Alisha Davis offers the Building Bridges program which combines specific chiropractic care, neurointegrative exercises and nutritional modifications designed to improve a child's nervous system function, and bridge the gap between the brain and the body.
A full service orthotic and prosthetic clinic, including use of the Starscanner for cranial remolding orthoses. For more information, please visit their website.
For a comprehensive list of resources available, please visit Project Enlightenment's website.
SmartEd Services
TAP*it technology
SmartEd works with schools providing classroom technology designed to provide accessibility to all students. TAP*it allows for a stimulating learning environment using multiple senses no matter the ability level of the student. Please click herefor more information about this technology.
Need to get some grocery shopping done? Capitol City Speech Therapy is here to help!
Capitol City Speech Therapy will be offering a Mom's Morning Out on Fridays from 9:00 - 11:00. Bring your kids between the ages of 18 months and five years to our office on 141 Main Street, Fuquay Varina ready for two hours of crafts, story times, games and tons of fun. Be sure to pack any diapers or a change of clothes that your child may need. A charge of $10.00 per child will be accepted upon arrival.
Space is limited to eight children per Friday so please call ahead for reservations!
This group is facilitated by certified developmental and speech therapists.Each group is comprised of up to 8 children with 2-3 demonstrating appropriate language ad play skills, as well as an alternating parent observing the entire session in order to learn strategies to carry over in to the child's natural environment.
M.A.G.I.C (Movement And Gestures Improve Communication)
Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00-12:00
Ages: 3-5 years
M.A.G.I.C. is a multi-disciplinary teaching program designed to enhance a child's social, emotional, and intellectual growth in a warm, happy, inclusive environment designed for all children. The teacher ratio is 1:4 (one speech, one developmental therapist)
All classes are held at Capitol City Speech Therapy, 141 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, 27526. (919) 577-6807.
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