Category Archives: News and Updates

Autism Research and Resources of Oregon (ARRO) is pleased to be able to bring you information Autism, with an emphasis on local Autism related Activities and Events. At our discretion (and depending on the availability of our volunteers) we may post these items on our website, ARROAutism.org, or send them out as an email, or both.
If you know about something happening in the Autism community that you would like to see here, please let us know!

Free Group Music Therapy Session – 17 December 2011

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Introduction A free Group Music Therapy Session for children on the autism spectrum, their families and friends. Date : December 17, 2011 Time : 10:00 am – 10:45am Location : West Hills Music Therapy Studios 4825 SW Caldew St. Portland, … Continue reading →

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Looking for a place for your holiday or year end party? Look no farther than ARROAutism Westside!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Did you know that ANYONE can request the use of the ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center? It’s true! Yes, especially you! The ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center is conveniently located about a mile from the Nike World Headquarters … Continue reading →

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Coaching Session for Parents and Guardians of ASD children 20 November 2011

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Introduction Parents and guardians of ASD Children, bring your questions, concerns, and challenges. Jenell Streeter, M.S. in Psychology (expert parent, mother of children on the spectrum) will be facilitating the group. The goal is for every attendee to have at … Continue reading →

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Department of Human Services Requests Comment On Reduction Options by 11/11/2011

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

John A. Kitzhaber, MD., Governor Department of Human Services Office of the Director Erinn Kelley-Siel, Director November 8, 2011 Department of Human Services Reduction Options As a result of the ongoing economic weakness facing the state, and the potential for … Continue reading →

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ZUMBA for AUTISM Sunday 6 November 2011

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Your chance to dance and make a difference! Date : NOVEMBER 6th, 2011 Time : 3:30 PM Location : Oaks Park Dance Pavilion 7805 SE Oaks Park Way Portland, OR 97202 Cost : $12 in advance $15 at the door … Continue reading →

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Fall Back – Daylight Savings Time Ends on November 6th 2011

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

If you live in the United States, remember to change your clocks as you go to bed this Saturday (November 5th) (unless you want to wait until the official changeover at 2am on the 6th). This being fall it means … Continue reading →

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DevinsMom.com presents AUTISM’S SPECIAL DIETS: THE GLUTEN-FREE CASEIN-FREE “GFCF” DIET 23 October 2011

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Introduction An introduction to the GFCF diet, and the role it plays in treating Autism Spectrum Disorders. Date : 23 October 2011 (Sunday) Time : 1:00 PM Location : ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center Cost : $20 per Individual … Continue reading →

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Family Pumpkin Carving and Social Night Open House 22 October 2011

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Use our pumpkins here, or bring with you your own, Carve them with tools, or just draw on a nose. Whatever you wear, don’t make it a gown, For insides of pumpkins may squish between toes! If you’d like to … Continue reading →

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Coaching Session for Parents and Guardians of ASD Children – 20 November 2011

Posted on October 18, 2011 by eclath

Introduction Parents and guardians of ASD Children, bring your questions, concerns, and challenges. Jenell Streeter, M.S. in Psychology (expert parent, mother of children on the spectrum) will be facilitating the group. The goal is for every attendee to have at … Continue reading →

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Rest In Peace, Lois M. Black, Ph.D – 15 October, 2011

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Today, the worlds of Autism and Research join a family in mourning the loss of Lois M. Black, Ph.D.  Last night, shortly after 8pm (15 October, 2011), Lois Black; wife, mother, researcher, and lover of Siberian Cats; passed away, ending … Continue reading →

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