Social Skills Class and Social Activity in Eugene

Posted on November 15, 2010 by eclath

The ASO Lane County Chapter is sponsoring a Social Skills Class and Social Activity in Eugene for adults on the spectrum who can get around independently in the community. The class and activities take place on alternating months.

The Social Skills Class is taught by Doris Germain, an Autism Specialist in the Linn-Benton School District. She has taught social skills at Autism Training and Support in Eugene. Her skill in teaching social skills has been learned from 20 years of working with people on the spectrum.

The Social Skills Class is free. The ASO will help pay for fees and other expenses for the Social Activity.

When

alternating months (Contact ASO for details)

Where

Unknown (Contact ASO for details)

Register

Please call (541) 689-2228 for details.

Additional Information

http://www.oregonautism.com/index.php?fuseaction=groups.region7

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ARRO Holiday Assistance Project

Posted on November 15, 2010 by eclath

It can happen to anyone!

It is tough having a child with autism. If you also have financial difficulties during the holidays it can be truly overwhelming.

Your child with autism  does not understand. And there is no way to explain it to him or her. It’s even worse if there are siblings who are overwhelmingly disappointed too.

This tips your family over the edge.

ARRO Holiday Assistance Project.

All donations are gratefully accepted no matter what the amount is.

ARRO established this fund in 2007 to assist our families during the holidays.

Last year we assisted two families with rent and utilities bills, and gave 43 Multnomah County families $100 Holiday Gift Cards from retailers such as Fred Meyer, Target and New Seasons Market. This year we would like to assist more families.

Families nominated in November by an Oregon autism nonprofit will be considered to receive assistance from this program by December 15th.

Assistance choices will be family driven. The amount of assistance given will depend on the amount of funding raised.

Families who need help should contact an Oregon autism nonprofit organization such as ARRO or the Autism Society of Oregon.

Our families need your help! Please donate today so that we can make their holiday brighter!

Please make your donation today!

Autism Research & Resources of Oregon, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization begun in 1999, EIN# 93-1287227

Family Holiday Assistance Project Brochure 2010

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Trillium Family Services Respite Care Survey

Posted on November 11, 2010 by eclath

Trillium Family Services in Portland is exploring the feasibility of developing an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) friendly, safe and structured respite program. Parent input is needed to help determine feasibility and to shape the program’s design.

Please take a moment to fill out this 10 question survey by clicking on:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PHV3FQC

The survey will run through December 10, 2010.

If you have questions, please contact Tamara Bakewell at (503)-813-7747.

Thank you!

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KindTree Autism Rocks Monthly Peer Support Group

Posted on November 8, 2010 by eclath

KindTree – Autism Rocks Groups

Peer Support Group

Conceived for people with high-functioning Autism and Aspergers, has been meeting monthly for years. Cheryl Nel Applegate, a retired professional in the developmental disabilities field, is the facilitator. There are about 8 hard-core regulars and new arrivals often join; they range from 19 to 50 years old. They share stories and discuss different challenges posed by living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. It’s a safe place.

When

The second Monday of every month (except August)
4:30 – 6 PM

Where

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
166 East 13th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97401-3534
541-343-9253

Register

Please Call First 541-689-2228

Additional Information

http://kindtree.org/html/groups.html#asosocial

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Photos With Santa Fundraiser for PACE Foundation 11/12-13/2010

Posted on November 5, 2010 by eclath

To celebrate the holiday season, the PACE Foundation is offering professional photos with Santa for children with special needs in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Professional photos will be taken at the Project PACE, Inc. office (see address below).

We understand that when a family member has special needs, photos with Santa at the mall may not be possible.  For our Special Santa event, each family will have 15 minutes with Santa so that your family can get the photo you want.  Your family will be scheduled for a specific block of time, so there will be very little wait time.

Our professional Santa happens to be a father of a son with autism.  Santa’s Elf is also a father of a child with autism.  So, this team is particularly sensitive to your family’s special needs.

A professional photographer will be on-site and you will receive a
3×5 photograph of your favorite shot.  Within 3 days of your Santa photos, you will also receive a digital JPG of each photo taken.
You are welcome to use this digital JPG to create
holiday cards and gifts for friends and family.

Families with a child with special needs have priority booking.  However, ANY family is welcome to participate.  Before Wednesday, November 10, only families with special needs can book their session.  On Wednesday, November 10, any family can book a special sitting with Santa.

This is an opportunity for any family to support families with children with special needs.

Dates & Times:
Friday, November 12, 2010
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Saturday, November 13, 2010
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

YOU MUST SCHEDULE YOUR 15 MINUTE SESSION
WITH KATHI CALOURI IN ADVANCE.
Please email Kathi Calouri to schedule your photo session:
kcalouri@paceplace.org

Before Wednesday, November 10, only families with special needs can book their photo session.
On Wednesday, November 10, any family can book their photo session.
Location:
Project PACE, Inc.
2360 SW 170th Avenue
Beaverton, OR  97006

Cost:
$50 payment to PACE Foundation.

Each family will receive one 3×5 photograph of the photo of your choice AND the JPG digit images of every photo taken to use to create holiday cards and gifts.

The PACE Foundation provides scholarships to families attending PACE Place Immersion Workshops and the PACE Place Family Immersion Week.
Our professional Santa has generously donated his time.
Please visit his website for your Santa needs:

www.SantasPack.com
Please forward this to anyone you think might be interested in
Photos with Santa.

Best Wishes!
Kathi Calouri, Ph.D.
PACE Foundation
PACE Foundation | 2360 SW 170th Avenue | Beaverton | OR | 97006
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Introduction to RDI® Presentation 8 November 2010

Posted on November 1, 2010 by eclath

At Barbara Avila Consulting, we use a parent and consultant driven approach called Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)®.

What is RDI?

RDI® ensures parents become empowered as they are provided tools for remediating the obstacles presented by Autism Spectrum Disorders: communication, social engagement and flexibility.

Get the Facts

Join us November 8, 2010 from 6pm-8pm at the ARRO Westside Family and Community Center. Invite your family members, teachers, therapists, and others! Come learn about RDI® and the power of parents in remediating the obstacles posed by Autism!

  • You are the Guide
  • You Can Make a Difference
  • One Interaction at a Time

Be sure to get a seat. Register now

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2011 Run

Posted on November 1, 2010 by seansrun

Sean’s Run from Autism will be on April 30th, 2011. Registration will open after January 1. Check back for more info!

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Seans Run 2011 – Save the Date

Posted on November 1, 2010 by eclath

Sean’s Run From Autism is an annual fundraising run to benefit Autism Research and Resources of Oregon (ARRO). The run is a scenic out and back course that begins and ends at historic Oak’s Amusement Park.

The 2011 Sean’s Run is scheduled to take place Saturday, 30 April, 2011. Save the date, and plan to join ARRO for this fantastic, fun annual event!

For more information about the annual Seans Run From Autism, visit www.seansrun.org or call 503-284-0350

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Autism Medical Information Support Group 10/26/2010

Posted on October 25, 2010 by eclath

Medical information broken down to a parent level

This is a free information support group for family members of individuals with autism. We discuss autism medical research information from medical articles and conferences. Questions are welcome and encouraged so that families can make informed medical decisions. The format includes review of medical articles and web information, and invited speakers in any of the medical and therapeutic specialties. All interested parties are welcome to attend.Meetings are held January through October. There is no meeting in November or December.Call ahead to confirm the meeting if the weather is snowy or icy in January.

When

Tuesday, 10/26/2010
7:00 P.M.

Where

ARRO Westside Family and Community Center
2360 Sw 170th Ave
Beaverton, OR 97006

We will be discussing the DAN! Conference presentations that took place on October 6 – 10 in Long Beach CA.

Please come and bring your questions!

Everyone is welcome to attend this free support group.

For more information or directions, call 503-351-9255

You may also register for this Autism Medical Information Support Group

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Autism Health Insurance Workshop 11/6/2010

Posted on October 22, 2010 by eclath

When

Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 4:00-6:00 pm

Where

First United Methodist Church
1838 SW Jefferson Street, Room 202
Portland, OR  97201

A map of the church building can be found here: http://fumcpdx.org/pdf/FUMC_map_2007_color.pdf

Subject

Learn How to Get Insurance Reimbursement for Autism Treatments In Oregon

Body

You are invited to a free workshop on Autism Health Insurance – organized by parent volunteers – to learn how to get insurance reimbursement for autism treatments in Oregon.

A recent court ruling has confirmed the responsibility of insurance companies to reimburse ABA and related interventions under Oregon’s Mental Health Parity law.  The judge ruled that:

  • Applied Behavior Analysis can be considered medically necessary treatment for Pervasive Developmental Disorder
  • Applied Behavior Analysis “is not experimental or investigational” – it is a well-established treatment “supported by decades of research”
  • Applied Behavior Analysis is a psychological treatment covered under Oregon’s Mental Health Parity Law –SB1
  • A provider is eligible for reimbursement under Oregon law if the provider is approved by the Department of Human Services; an ABA provider need not be credentialed with the insurance company to be considered an eligible provider

This workshop will

  • Explain the existing law and legal ruling in the McHenry case
  • Show how to determine if your policy is covered by Mental Health Parity (or find a new policy that is)
  • Explain the process an autism provider can follow to become DHS approved (it’s pretty easy!)
  • Describe how to prepare your claim for reimbursement
  • Extend an offer for ongoing assistance in completing the paperwork and processing appeals if necessary

Our focus is helping families, one by one, through the insurance process.

You can find more information about this important legal ruling – including copies of the judge’s legal decisions – at:  http://sites.google.com/site/orautismcoverage/breakingnews!

For more information, contact:  paul@terdal.com

We hope to see you there!

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