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

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Oregon State Capitol Salem Oregon

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 additional projected revenue declines in future forecasts, Oregon’s Legislative Fiscal Office (LFO) requested the submission of reduction options from all state agencies. LFO requested agencies to develop a total of 10.5% in reduction options, based on 2011-13 legislatively adopted budget level, including the 3.5% supplemental ending balance adjustment amount. This list is due to LFO by November 14, 2011. To reach that target, the total level of reduction for the Department of Human Services is $210-220 million general fund.

REQUEST FOR COMMENT

DHS is seeking feedback on the attached reduction options prior to their submission to the Legislative Fiscal Office. Feedback should be submitted no later than 12:00 noon on November 11, 2011.

Feedback should concentrate on alternative reductions that would help the agency achieve its savings target and/or on recommendations regarding the prioritization of the reductions on the list. Ultimately, decisions about any proposed reductions will be vetted through the legislative process.
Please note that these reduction options are not intended to reflect the policy or program recommendations of the agency. DHS is acutely aware that the reduction options on this list have significant consequences for Oregonians and the communities in which they live.

Reduction Option List Format

Please note the following as you review and comment on the reduction options:

  • The list is organized by major program area. Within each program area, the reduction options have been prioritized – but DHS has not yet prioritized the reduction options across the department.
  • At the top of each list in gray shading are reductions that the Legislature has already taken in each program in the 2011-13 budget. Some of those reductions have not yet been fully implemented. However, the savings associated with those reductions have already been included in the 2011-13 DHS Legislatively Adopted Budget.
  • The list in total equates to $210-220 million in General Fund savings, the 10.5% target set by LFO. The entire list of reduction options would need to be taken in order for DHS to achieve the full savings target.
  • The list is currently focused on program reduction options. Additional reductions to program delivery infrastructure and administration are still under review by DHS and Oregon Health Authority leadership.

Next Steps

If you would like to offer comment on the proposed reduction options, please send your comments to gene.evans@state.or.us Please send comments NO LATER than 12:00 p.m., November 11, 2011. DHS Leadership will review and consider all comments prior to submitting the list to LFO on November 14, 2011.

Conclusion

These are difficult times for Oregonians and for our state. DHS takes very seriously its obligation to the people it serves, our partners in that service, and to the taxpayers of Oregon. Thank you in advance for your understanding with regard to the difficulty of this task and all it entails. Your feedback is invaluable to our ability to do the best work we can with the resources we have.

Proposed Cuts to DHS Budget

DHS RFC 8 November 2011 accessible pdf

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ZUMBA for AUTISM Sunday 6 November 2011

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

Zumba for Autism Tickets from Tickets OregonYour 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

Registration :

http://ticketsoregon.com/event.php?event_id=1101

Speakers :

  • Ana Chaud
  • Neylana Bezerra
  • Jennifer Nielson of PulsePDX
  • Jeannine Runyan
  • DeAnne Hardy

Details

PulsePDX ZumbaCome join PulsePDX and some of the NW’s hottest Zumba® instructors in a bumpin, good time, Zumba® dance party that does you good and supports your Oregon Autism community!

Special guest instructors for this high energy fundraising benefit include

Ana Chaud

Neylana Bezerra

Jennifer Nielson of PulsePDX

Jeannine Runyan

DeAnne Hardy

All proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) and Autism Research and Resources of Oregon (ARRO).

Printable Materials

Zumba For Autism Oaks Park 6 November 2011 – Flyer

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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 it is time to apply that mnemonic “Fall Back,” and turn your clocks back by 1 hour such that 6am is still 5 am – ahhh, another hour of sleep.

Daylight Savings Time – A Brief History

Daylight Savings Time (also known as DST) has been around since the late 1800s, and is probably just as controversial now as it was likely to have been then. Not every country uses daylight savings time. In fact, Russia will NOT fall back this year when much of the world does. In the United States, Arizona and Hawaii do not observe Daylight Savings Time.

What’s more, the start and end dates of Daylight Savings Time vary from time to time, and from country to country. In the United States, Daylight Savings Time was extended several weeks back in 2007 as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. As a result, Daylight Savings Time in the United States (Oregon included) starts (springs forward) on the second (2nd) Sunday in March, and ends (falls back) on the first (1st) Sunday in November.

Impact of Daylight Savings Time on Autism

Countless Studies have been conducted on the impacts of Daylight Savings Time, not the least of which have been on human health, especially as it relates to the interruption of natural biorhythms and sleep cycles. While I am not aware of any studies specifically on DST and Autism, the same health impacts will obviously be at play. In addition, there are routine adjustments to consider. To help minimize those impacts, and any confusion that might come into play, try to walk through your family’s frequently visited places and make a list of clocks that will need to be changed and/or may cause confusion. Here are just a few to consider :

  • Telephones (land line phones and Cell phones)
  • Ipads
  • Tablets
  • Watches
  • Walkmen
  • MP3 Players
  • Bedside Clocks
  • Bathroom Clocks
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator (fridge)
  • Microwave
  • DVD Player
  • Thermostat
  • Computers (most will change themselves)
  • Stereos
  • Car Stereo
  • Coffee Pot
  • Pagers
  • DVRs
  • Voice Recorders
  • Clocks at School
  • Clocks at Therapy
  • Game Systems
  • ___________________

And, remember, the Fire department also reminds us that this is a good time to check the batteries in our Smoke Detectors. This is obviously a significant issue for those with sensory integration issues, so, if you haven’t already, put this on the calendar to do while your sound sensitive family members are at school, work, or another appointment.

Just for Laughs

And, just for laughs, I’ve thrown in a link to this little Daylight Savings Time Blog by a couple of local Westside Autism Moms.

Donate to Autism Research and Resources of Oregon Today!

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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

Devinsmom.com Logo parent holding child holding heart with a puzzle piece

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 :

ARROAutism Logo Halloween and Fall Orange and Black$20 per Individual or $15 per person if you bring a friend!

Two names need to be provided when registering and both must attend to receive the discount.

(Cost includes free admission to a GFCF cooking demonstration following the lecture, given by Kathy Henley, Director of ARRO.)

Cash or Check only: Checks made payable to: Devin’s Mom

Lecture fee collected at Event check-in

Seating limited to 50 – so sign up soon!

Registration :

To sign up, email devinsmompresents@devinsmom.com – limited seating

Speakers :

Denise McMerrick Autism Consultant Black and White PictureDenise McMerrick has been a consultant to families with loved ones on the autism spectrum, in the Portland area, since 2007. She has successfully implemented the GFCF diet for her recovering son over the past 5 ½ years, and found it to be a critical healing component. Studying, and living with, the special diets, Denise brings to our community not only the information to understand the GFCF diet… but the practical experience as well.

Details

This lecture is an introduction to the GFCF diet, and the role it plays in treating Autism Spectrum Disorders. The presentation is designed to give parents and caregivers a basic overview of the diet, implementation strategies, trouble-shooting, and clarifying misconceptions surrounding this particular diet. Handouts included

  • Gift Bag of GFCF products to take home
  • a Book Give-A-Way
  • and more!

Although aimed at educating parents, the material covered may also be valuable for developmental therapists, educators, medical/dietary practitioners, and anyone who is interested in learning why many kids on the autism spectrum are on special diets.

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Family Pumpkin Carving and Social Night Open House 22 October 2011

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Dan Yedinak

An ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center Halloween Event

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 know more, call Kathy right now,
Or skip the phone call and just come on down!

You’ll find games, a movie, refreshments and information about the soon to be established family social night. Ashley Lopez and Wendy Stec will be available to answer questions and gather information about families’ hopes for the social nights.

Date :

10/22/2011 (Saturday)

Time :

3:30 pm – 6:00 p.m.

Location :

ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center

Cost :

Free (Tax deductible donations always always welcome. All proceeds benefit the Autism Research and Resources of Oregon

Registration :

Register here or email info@arroautism.org

Speakers :

Kathy Henley, Wendy Stec, Ashley Lopez

Sponsors :

Bella Organic and Portland Pumpkin Farms Donated to ARROAutism

Our Thanks to Bella Organic and Portland Pumpkin Farms

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

Posted on October 18, 2011 by eclath

An ARRO Autism Westside Family and Community Center Event

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 least one of their specific issues addressed in the session.

Date :

November 20th, 2011 (Sunday)

Time :

1pm – 3pm

Location :

ARRO Westside Center

Cost :

$5 donation requested to help cover costs.

Registration :

Number of attendees is limited. Register by sending an email with name, contact info to Jenell Streeter (autismcct@yahoo.com).

Speakers :

Jenell Streeter

Details

Jenell Streeter has a Master of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication. She is a mother and primary care provider of three children on the spectrum and one typically developing child. She is respected as a skilled case manager and advocate for her children. Jenell has utilized private speech and language pathologists, private occupational therapists, ASD therapists, in-home support and respite providers. She coordinates services, both medical and educational. On the behalf of her children’s education, she participates in meetings regarding IEPs, staff training, problem solving, data gathering, and intervention strategies. In her role, she is busy exploring and implementing treatments and therapies, attending conferences and training seminars, and participating in parent chat groups. Prior to becoming a parent, Jenell taught classes at Portland State University and worked as a research assistant, psychology techician and a consultant. Jenell has recently begun a sole proprietor business, Autism Consulting, Coaching, and Training (ACCT). Whether working with parents, businesses, school districts, etc., the goal is the same: support the growth of those with ASD to enhance their happiness, health and safety. As a parent herself, she understands the need for practical, realistic approaches to solving real world problems and increasing independence.

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

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Dan Yedinak
Lois M Black, Ph.D.

Rest In Peace, Dr. Lois M Black

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 her battle with lung cancer.

Dr. Black, Lois to many, had a long track record of working to make the world a better place. Together with her husband, Professor Jan van Santen, Dr. Black worked on research that aimed to make the world a better place, especially for those who had a hard time finding their place in it. I glimpsed just a little of this through participation in one of her studies, and through my efforts as an Autism advocate.

She once told me that she wished she could do more with schools, like she used to, and dreamed of a place she could host events to raise money for the causes she believed in so fervently. When we talked, she spoke passionately, and with such tremendous depth of knowledge, especially about Autism, I was always inspired. No conversation was ever brief, and I could have listened forever, even if I found myself stretching my brain just to keep up with her (which was most of the time).

Nothing I write here could ever do her justice, and nothing, not even her CV (which you can find below) could ever begin to describe Lois Black. The picture above, however, is how I will remember her : a smiling, gentle soul. And if there is a lesson to be taken from her passing, it is simply to seize the day, to make the most of every minute, and not put off until tomorrow, working towards the dreams we have today.

You will be missed, Dr. Lois M. Black.

Education

Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Graduate Faculty, New School for Social Research, New York
M.A. Philosophy Graduate Faculty, New School for Social Research, New York
A.B. Chemistry The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
B.A. Philosophy The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Professional and Research Experience

2008-2011 Research Professor, Division of Biomedical Computer Science and CSLU
2006-2008 Senior Scientist, CSLU
2005-2006 Associate Scientist, CSLU
2002-2005 Senior Research Associate, CSLU
1997-2011 Advisory Council Member and Training Faculty, Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders (ICDL), Bethesda, Maryland.
1991-2002 Director. Brooklyn Center for Psychological and Neuropsychological Services, Brooklyn, New York
1997-1999 Faculty Instructor, Institute for Infants, Children & Families of the Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services, New York, New York
1991-1994 Faculty Instructor and Supervisor. Postgraduate Center for Mental Health, Clinic for Child, Adolescent, and Family Services, New York, New York.
1991-1992 Coordinator of Neuropsychological and Psychological Evaluation Services. South Shore Counseling and Consultation Services, Wantagh, New York
1988-1990 Neuropsychologist / Clinical Psychologist. North Shore University Hospital, Department of Neurology, Division of Neuropsychology, Infant-Toddler Development Program, Westbury, New York.
1985-1988 Neuropsychological Evaluator and Researcher. Department of Neurology, Division of Neuropsychology, North Shore University Hospital, Preschool Development Program, Westbury, New York.
1984-1985 Neuropsychology Intern. Department of Neurology, Division of Neuropsychology, Center for Neuropsychological Services, North Shore University Hospital, Manhassett, New York.
1983-1984 Clinical Psychology Intern. Queens Children’s Psychiatric Center, Bellerose, New York.
1982-1983 Psychotherapist and Psychodiagnostician. The Mount Sinai Hospital, Communication Disorders and Learning Disability Units, New York, New York.
1982-1983 Neuropsychological Evaluator. The Mount Sinai Hospital, Neurosurgery Unit, New York, New York.
1981-1982 Psychological Evaluator. The New York Hospital, Westchester Division, White Plains, New York
1980-1982 Co-Director. The Margaret S. Mahler Observational Nursery, Graduate Faculty, New School for Social Research, New York, New York.
1974-1978 Teaching Assistant. Philosophy Department, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, West Germany.

Funded Research Projects

Principal Investigator A Computerized Interactive Game for Remediation of Prosody in Children with Autism, Autism Speaks, 2008-2010
Co-Principal Investigator ERP Based Communication Device for Nonverbal Children on the Autism Spectrum, Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation, 2008-2009
Co-Principal Investigator In Your Own Voice: Personal Augmentative and Alternative Communication Voices for Minimally Verbal Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation, 2008-2009.
Investigator Automated Measurement of Dialogue Structure in Autism, Autism Speaks, 2008-2010 (Brian Roark, PI).
Investigator Comparing Standardized and Spontaneous Measures of Language, Mentor to Amy Constanza Smith, Medical Research Foundation, OHSU, 2008.
Investigator Expressive and Receptive Prosody in Autism, National Institutes of Health, January, 2005 – December, 2009.
Co-Principal Investigator Novel Computerized Behavioral Assessment Methods for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, OHSU Foundation, February, 2005 – January, 2006.
Psychologist Prosody Generation for Child Oriented Speech Synthesis, National Science Foundation, August 2002 – July 2007.
Investigator Use of Enhanced Prosody to Improve the Comprehension and Retention of Verbal Information in Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Oregon Medical Research Foundation, Oregon Health & Science University, June1 2003 – May 31, 2004.

Board Participation

Member of Advisory Council The Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders (ICDL), Bethesda, Maryland.
Member of Board of Directors New York Zero-to-Three Network, New York, New York. Chair of Committee on the Board

Professional Memberships

Member American Psychological Association (APA): Division of Neuropsychology and Division of Psychoanalysis.
Member International Neuropsychological Society (INS)
Member National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN)
Member New York Neuropsychology Group (NYNG)
Member New York State Psychological Association (NYSPA).
Member Oregon Psychological Association (OPA)
Member of Advisory Board New York Association of Early Childhood and Infant Psychologists, New York, New York (1999-2000)
Member of Task Force on Managed Care New York State Psychological Association, New York, New York. (1996-2000)
Member of Steering Committee Neuropsychology Division, New York State Psychological Association, New York, New York. (1996-2000)

Honors and Awards

The Burton Pfeffer Memorial Award Postgraduate Center for Mental Health, for best work on child therapy issues
New School Scholarships for Philosophy and Clinical Psychology Studies.
Hillel Foundation Award University of North Carolina
Honors Program in Chemistry University of North Carolina

Languages

Certificate in French Language and Civilization La Sorbonne, Paris
German translator (Gestalt Psychologists: Max Wertheimer, Wolfgang Koehler), Graduate Faculty New School for Social Research, 1979-1981.

Registers and Licensure

National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology
New York State, Psychologist
Oregon, Psychologist

Publications

Black, L., van Santen, J., Coulston, R., de Villiers, J. (2009). “Vocal Prosody in Autism: Understanding the Effects of Enhancing Vocal Prosody on Children’s Comprehension and Retention of Story Narratives.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2009, Chicago, IL.
Black, L., van Santen, J., Coulston, R., de Villiers, J., Paul, R. (2009). “Processing of Affective Information in Face, Voice, and Situational Contexts in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2009, Chicago, IL.
Tucker Prud?hommeaux, E., van Santen, J., Black, L. (2009)’ “Automated Acoustic Analysis of Affective and Pragmatic Prosody in ASD.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2009, Chicago, IL.
Tucker Prud?hommeaux, E., van Santen, J., Black, L. (2009)’ “Automated Identification of Stress and Focus Assignment.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2009, Chicago, IL.
van Santen, J., Tucker Prud?hommeaux, E., Paul, R., Black, L., Shriberg, L. (2008). “Expressive prosody in autism: Effects of prosody function and processing demands.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2008, London, UK.
Black, L., van Santen, J., Coulston, R., Paul, R., de Villiers, J. (2008). “Effects of enhanced prosody on narrative recall in children with autism.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2008, London, UK.
van Santen, J., Tucker Prud?hommeaux, E., Paul, R., Black, L. (2008). “Automated measurement of expressive prosody in neurodevelopmental disorders.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2008, London, UK.
van Santen, J., Paul, R., Black. L.M., Tucker, E. (2007). “Quantitative Analysis of Grammatical and Pragmatic Prosody in Autism Spectrum Disorder.” International Meeting For Autism Research 2007, Seattle, Washington.
Black, L.M. & van Santen, J.P. “Neuropsychological Subtyping of Developmental Language Disorders.” Proceedings of the International Neuropsychological Society. University of Zurich, Switzerland, July, 2006.
van Santen, J., Black, L.M., Cohen, G., Kain, A., Mishra, T., de Villiers, J., Niu, X. “Applications of Computer Generated Expressive Speech for Communication Disorders.” Proceedings Eurospeech, 2003
Black, L.M. & Stefanatos, G. “Neuropsychological Assessment of Developmental and Learning Disorders.” Clinical Practice Guidelines, Bethesda, Maryland: ICDL Press. November, 2000 (see www.icdl.com).
Black, L.M. “Regulatory Disorder. Type I: Hypersensitive. The Fearful and Cautious Child.” Casebook for 0-3: Diagnostic Classification of Mental Health and Developmental Disorders of Infancy and Early Childhood, Washington, D.C.: Zero to Three, 1997.
Stefanatos, G.A. & Black, L.M. “Contributions of Neuropsychological Assessment to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Developmental and Learning Disorders. The Journal of Developmental and Learning Disorders, Vol. 1, Nr.1, 1997.
Black, L.M. The Interweaving of Neuropsychological Dysfunction and Psychological Conflict. Zero to Three, February/March 1995, Vol.15, No.4, pp.25-35.
Black, L.M. Affect Processing Problems of Pre-school Language Disordered Children. Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society (JINS), Vol.1, No.4, July, 1995, p.378.
Black, L.M., Subtypes of Language Disordered Children at Risk for Social-Emotional Problems. (Doctoral Dissertation, New School for Social Research, 1988). Dissertation Abstracts International 1989, 50-3B; University Microfilms International, No.8910782.
van Santen, J.P.H., Black, L.M., Wilson, B.C. & Risucci, D. Modeling Clinical Judgment: A Reanalysis of Data from Wilson and Risucci’s (1986) Paper: “A Model for Clinical-Quantitative Classification. Generation I: Application to Language Disordered Preschool Children.” Brain and Language, 46, 469-481, 1994.

Presentations

Black, L.M. & van Santen, J.P. “Autism Research at the Center for Language Understanding (CSLU),” Beaverton School District, Coordinators of Special Education Services, Beaverton, Oregon, November, 2007.
Black, L.M. “Ways of Understanding Autism: Neurobehavioral Phenotypes,” OHSU Brain Institute: Brain Research Awareness & Information Network (BRAINet): Matters of the Mind, Portland, Oregon, August 15, 2007.
Black, L.M. “Neurobehavioral Phenotypes in Autism: Applications to Research and Intervention within a DIR Framework,” Plenary Session: Neuroscience & DIR, DIR Summer Training Institute, Asilomar, California, July, 2007.
Black, L.M. “Integrating Neuropsychological & Psychodynamic Approaches in Evaluating and Treating Children,” Oregon Psychological Association (OPA), Annual Conference, Eugene, Oregon, May 12, 2007.
Black, L.M. & van Santen, J.P. “Neuropsychological Subtyping of Developmental Language Disorders.” Presentation made at the International Neuropsychological Society. University of Zurich, Switzerland, July, 2006.
Black, L.M. “Prosody in Autism.” Course presented at the ICDL Summer Training Institute, Landsdown, Virginia, July 2005, July 2006.
Black, L.M. “Neuropsychological Assessment Within the Framework of DIR.” Course presented at the ICDL Summer Training Institute, Landsdown, Virginia, July 2002, July 2006.
Black, L.M. and van Santen, J.P. “Expressive and Receptive Prosody in Autism.” Presentation at the Child Development & Rehabilitation Center, OHSU, Portland, Oregon, May, 2005.
Black, L.M. together with Becker-Lewin, M., Gerber, S., Madell, J , Rottersman, J., Shanook, R.S.S., Strauch, C , Winn, L. “Interdisciplinary Assessment: Steps toward Intervention Planning for Children with Challenges in Relating and Communicating.” Conference presentation at “Autism Spectrum Disorders: Best Practices for Infants and Young Children with Severe Difficulties in Relating and Communicating,” New York University, March 16, 2001.
Black, L.M. “An Integrated Neuropsychological-Psychodynamic Approach to Working with Children.” Child Grand Rounds, the New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Westchester Division, January 31, 2000.
Black, L.M. “Position Paper on Assessment and Treatment of ADHD.” New York State Psychological Association, Task Force on Managed Care, August, 2000.
Black, L.M. together with V. Alfonso, R. Grant, B. Kucera, T. McMath. “The Role of the Psychologist in Entitling Children to Intervention Services.” Moderator of Panel Discussion, the New York Association of Early Childhood and Infant Psychology, Pace University, February 21, 2000.
Black, L.M. “Some Thoughts on Brain Maturation and the Rationale for Early Intervention.” Invited Lecture for the Institute for Infants, Toddlers, and their Families, New York, N.Y. March 16, 1999
Black, L.M. “An Approach to the Neuropsychological Assessment of the Child-In-Context: Uncovering Disabilities through Integrated Neuropsychological-Psychodynamic Evaluation.” Invited Lecture for the Institute for Infants, Toddlers, and their Families, New York, N.Y. March 23, 1999.
Black, L.M. “Integrated Neuropsychological Assessment: Uncovering Disabilities through Neuropsychological-Psychodynamic Evaluation of the Child in the Context of his World.” Paper presented at the conference “Re-Visioning Assessment of Infants and Young Children,” New York University, October, 1999.
Black, L.M. together with Becker-Lewin, M., Gerber, S., Madell, J , Rottersman, J., Shanook, R.S.S., Strauch, C , Winn, L.,. “An Interdisciplinary Get Together: Sharing Knowledge and Experience to Support Young Children with Developmental Disorders.” Presentation for the New York Zero-to-Three Network, New York, N.Y., November, 1998 and at “Re-Visioning Assessment of Infants and Young Children,” a conference at New York University, October, 1999.
Black, L.M. “Hidden Disabilities and Emotional Problems in the Young Child.” Workshop presented at the 42nd Annual Conference of The Association of Teachers in Independent Schools in New York City and Vicinity (A.T.I.S.), The Trinity School, New York, March 3 1997.
Black, L.M. “Identification of the At-Risk Preschooler – A Neuropsychological Approach for Identifying the Preschool Child at Risk for Dyslexia and Other Learning Disabilities.” All Day Workshop presented for the Orton Dyslexia Society, New York Branch, February 1, 1997.
Black, L.M. “Detecting Hidden Disabilities in Preschoolers: An Integrated Neuropsychological-Psychodynamic Approach.” Workshop presented at the conference “New Directions in Preschool Assessment,” Brooklyn College, April 26, 1996.
Black, L.M. “Integrating Neuropsychological and Psychodynamic Approaches in Working with Children: Three Case Studies.” Pre-conference Training Workshop presented with Stephen Seligman, D.M.H., American Psychological Association Division 39 Meeting, New York, New York, April 17, 1996.
Black, L.M. “An Integrated Neuropsychological-Psychodynamic Approach to Assessing Language Disorders in the Very Young Child.” Grand Rounds. The Stanley S. Lamm Institute for Child Neurology and Developmental Medicine. The Long Island College Hospital. Brooklyn, New York, January 2, 1996.
Black, L.M. “Nonverbal Learning Disabilities: Identification and Intervention Strategies,” Presentation for the Summit School, Queens, New York, September 18, 1996.
Black, L.M. “Hidden Disabilities and Emotional Problems in the Young Child.” Workshop presented at the 4th Annual Conference of The Association of Teachers in Independent Schools in New York City and Vicinity (A.T.I.S.), New York, March 6, 1995.
Black, L.M. “The Interweaving of Neuropsychological Dysfunction and Psychological Conflict.” Paper presented at Conferences of Zero to Three. National Center for Clinical Infant Programs. Dallas, Texas, December 3, 1994 and Washington, D.C., December 4, 1993.
Black, L.M., “Fighting Fran and Shy Sam: The Young Child Living with a Hidden Disability.” Workshop presented at the 39th Annual Conference of The Association of Teachers in Independent Schools in New York City and Vicinity (A.T.I.S.), New York, March 7, 1994.
Black, L.M. “Affect Processing Problems of Preschool-Aged Language Disordered Children.” Paper presented at the 22nd Annual Meeting of the International Neuropsychological Society. Cincinnati, Ohio, February 4, 1994.
Black, L.M. “Recognizing A Hidden Disability in the Young Child Presenting with Emotional and Behavioral Problems.” Paper presented at The Postgraduate Center for Mental Health, New York City, April 28, 1993.
Black, L.M. “Neuropsychological Subtypes of Developmentally Language Disordered Children: Problems in Affect Discrimination and Emotional Adjustment.” Presentation at the 14th Annual Conference of the New York Neuropsychology Group, New York City, April 3, 1993.
Black, L.M. & Wilson, B.C. “Emotional Problems and Neuropsychological Profiles of Preschool-Aged Children with Developmental Language Disorders.” Presentation at the 43rd Annual Conference of the Orton Dyslexia Society. Cincinnati, Ohio, November 21, 1992.
van Santen, J.P.H. and Black, L.M. “Neuropsychological Subtypes of Developmental Language Disorders: A Mathematical Model of the Diagnostic Process.” Presentation at the 21st Annual Meeting of the International Neuropsychological Society. Galveston, Texas, February 24-27, 1993
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Gluten Free / Casein Free (GF/CF) Cooking Class – New 1 day class – 9 October 2011

Posted on October 2, 2011 by eclath

An ARRO Autism Westside Family and Community Center Event

Introduction

Learn the basics of cooking the GF/CF diet and the cooking tools that make it possible to cook the GF/CF recipes with the minimum of fuss with low cost.

Date :

10/9/2011 (Sunday)

Time :

12:00 p.m. (noon) – 4:00 p.m.

Location :

ARROAutism Westside Family and Community Center

Cost :

$25 per person (plus cost of ingredients)
All proceeds benefit the Autism Research and Resources of Oregon
(Costs may be tax deductible. Contact your Accountant for details)

Registration :

Register here or email info@arroautism.org

Speakers :

Kathy Henley

Details

Sunday 10/9/2011:

  • Foundations
    • Discuss the basics of cooking the GF/CF diet and the cooking tools that make it possible to cook the GF/CF recipes with the minimum of fuss with low cost.
  • Basic Recipes
    • Learn entry level GF/CF recipes, and how to adapt them for your family.
    1. Rice Milk
    2. Ranch Dressing
    3. Chicken Nuggets
  • Stump the Cook – bring your favorite recipe that you want converted to GF/CF. Let’s see what the Cook can do to make it GF/CF legal!
  • Shopping for GF/CF ingredients – You shop for your ingredients for a GF/CF meal (FREE transportation to and from store can be arranged for those who need it).
    1. Shop at New Season Market, Cedar Hills 3495 SW Cedar Hills Blvd. Beaverton, OR 97005
  • GF/CF Practice cooking
    • Actually cook the meal that you purchased supplies for in the previous session. This is individualized based on what you purchased in the previous session.
  • Review what happened
    • Here is where the food meets the pan! Let’s eat our GF/CF meal!
  • Problem Solving
    • Something didn’t work? Learn what to do about it.

These cooking classes are held at the:

ARRO Westside Center
2360 SW 170th Ave
Beaverton OR

Cost: $25 per person

Class Limited to 12 people.  Great family event! Invite Mom, Dad, Parents, Grandparents, or anyone you want including an individual with autism – any of whom must be safe around knives.

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Coaching Session for Parents and Guardians of ASD children 16 October 2011

Posted on October 2, 2011 by eclath

An ARRO Autism Westside Family and Community Center Event

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 least one of their specific issues addressed in the session.

Date :

October 16th, 2011 (Sunday)

Time :

1pm – 3pm

Location :

ARRO Westside Center

Cost :

$5 donation requested to help cover costs.

Registration :

Number of attendees is limited. Register by sending an email with name, contact info to Jenell Streeter (autismcct@yahoo.com).

Speakers :

Jenell Streeter

Details

Jenell Streeter has a Master of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication. She is a mother and primary care provider of three children on the spectrum and one typically developing child. She is respected as a skilled case manager and advocate for her children. Jenell has utilized private speech and language pathologists, private occupational therapists, ASD therapists, in-home support and respite providers. She coordinates services, both medical and educational. On the behalf of her children’s education, she participates in meetings regarding IEPs, staff training, problem solving, data gathering, and intervention strategies. In her role, she is busy exploring and implementing treatments and therapies, attending conferences and training seminars, and participating in parent chat groups. Prior to becoming a parent, Jenell taught classes at Portland State University and worked as a research assistant, psychology techician and a consultant. Jenell has recently begun a sole proprietor business, Autism Consulting, Coaching, and Training (ACCT). Whether working with parents, businesses, school districts, etc., the goal is the same: support the growth of those with ASD to enhance their happiness, health and safety. As a parent herself, she understands the need for practical, realistic approaches to solving real world problems and increasing independence.

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