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Thursday, June 30, 2011

EnjoyHi5!Autism: Legislation & Parents Resource on Restraints and S...

EnjoyHi5!Autism: Legislation & Parents Resource on Restraints and S...: "Update: SB 59 Passes in Louisiana! Hi5! Restraints and Seclusion in LA schools will be governed by appropriate guidelines. The House passe..."

UPDATE: June 30, 2011 -- Governor Bobby Jindal signed bill SB59 Legislation! Act 328 of the 2011 Legislative Session provides for regulations on the use of Restraints and Seclusions in schools. [Once a bill is signed by the Governor, it becomes an Act.]

SYTYCD?:AXIS Dance Company Can!





WOW! Dancers with and without disAbilities just performed on 'So You Think You Can Dance' (SYTYCD) on FOX!

Amazing! Awesome! Inspiring! ... are a few of the Twitter comments about AXIS Dance Company.

"Redefining Dance & Making It Accessible" is the purpose of the AXIS Dance Company.

AXIS Dance Company provides *Inclusive, physically *Integrated dancing for *Adults *Kids *with and without *disAbilities

Subscribe to AXISDanceComp YouTube channel. Make sure you Like, Favorite, and Share these videos. My favorites are 'To Color Me Different' choreographed by Alex Ketley and 'the beauty that was mine, through the middle, without stopping' choreographed by Joe Goode(2007)  SEE BELOW!

http://www.axisdance.org
TTY 1-800-745-5555 Relay


 {Google}
*The Hollywood Gossip - 1 hour ago
Guest Performance - AXIS Dance Company: It was really cool watching the routine because of how well they incorporated the disabilities as strengths. ...59 related articles



*Bay Area Dancers Think They Can Dance
NBC Bay Area - 6 related articles
http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Bay-Area-Dancers-Think-They-Can-Dance-124787709.html

AXIS DANCE COMPANY TROUP videos on AXISDanceComp (Youtube)

 'To Color Me Different' performed by Sonsheree Giles and Rodney Bell; choreographed by Alex Ketley






                                                                            AXIS Dance/KIDS! {kids and teens of all Abilities}



AXIS Dance Company Slideshow.mov Video by Rachel Wolfe. Music composed by Eve Belgarian.

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 'Enjoy Reading in Elegance!'

'FREE Library Resources'

Want to save on Your Summer Budget? 'EnjoyHi5Autism' utilizes our network of community libraries. Libraries are accessible from school, the office and home. Of course, you may also visit yoir local branch.

Perusing our Twitter site (@EnjoyHi5Autism KBJCosse')], we found this resource from FINANCIAL EDGE Investopedia.com (@InvestopediaFE) via San Francisco Gate:
'13 Things You Pay For That Your Library Has For Free'

We enjoy at least 10 of the 13 'FREE' services the library offers. Many of these are available 'at no cost' at your local, school and university libraries. Check it out!

Remember to show appreciation for your Librarians and respect the Rules and be considerate with the Resources.

Hi5!, send an email copy of 'EnjoyHi5Autism''s link or go to your library's web or social networking sites to share these posts:

~'13 Things You Pay For That Your Library Has For Free' by Linda McMaken of Investopedia.com [http://bit.ly/iNSqJU] via @sfgate [http://t.co/auYzO4k].

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 'Enjoy Reading in Elegance!': "'Enjoy Reading in Elegance!' We are sharing excerpts of our Travel.Yahoo.com TravelGuide Review by EnjoyHi5Autism – The Cosse’ Family. O..."

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Ask Congress to Help Special Olympics and Best Buddies

Specials Olympics and Best Buddies need you to the U.S. CONTACT Congress.

Why? - We need Representatives to support H.R. 2152 and Senators to support S. 1086 bills.

What? - Both bills are called 'Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act'. Both bills reauthorize the Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment Act of 2004.

HOW? - Bipartisan Congressional Votes will approve funding for Special Olympics and Best Buddies mentoring programs for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

WHERE? - In the U.S. and abroad like during the Summer World Games in Athens, Greece; and the Healthy Athletes basic health screenings and services, as well as, UnitySports, Project Unify; and institutions of higher education(establish EKS Institutes for Sport and Social Impact) and school inclusion and community activities.

WHEN? - H.R. 2186 and S.1086 (Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act) covers funding for FY2012 - FY2016

WHO? - You should CONTACT Congress, and ask your family members, Voters, Constituents, anyone who likes Special Olympics, anyone who supports Best Buddies, anyone who enjoys sports to CONTACT Representatives and Senators.

~Who else can CALL Congress: doctors, teachers, advocates, pastors, coaches, mentors, athletes, sports enthusiasts, community leaders,...EVERYONE!

CONGRESSIONAL Switchboard 1-888-245-0215

www.congress.org
www.house.gov
www.senate.gov

For details of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act (Bills: H.R. 2152 and S.1086), refer to:
H.R.2152 at www.opencongress.org/bill112-h2152/show
S.1086 at www.opencongress.org/bill112-s1086/show

Special Olympics:

Get the S.O. Results!

Athens 2011 Results of the Summer World Games for Special Olympics
Do you have a relative, friend, neighbor, Student, colleague, classmate, church member, team player WHO IS COMPETING IN GREECE?

Get Special Olympics Athletes Game RESULTS: over 15 Competition Categories:
-AQUATICS/swimming -BADMINTON
-JUDO
-EQUESTRIAN

'Ime Mesa!' Dignity Revolution

Simply click on the Sports Category and the Country Category for a List of Winners.
Follow the link below to thw Special Olympics Summer World Games Results page.

Special Olympics:

*Ask CONGRESS TO SUPPORT bills H.R. 2152 and S.1086 (Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act) which supports Special Olympics and Best Buddies. www.congress.org at 1-888-245-021f

Monday, June 27, 2011

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 'DIGNITY REVOLUTION' - Tim Shriver Special Olympic...

Today, ask Questions about U.S. Disabilty Policy and the Presidential Delegation to the Special Olympics.

Click the link below for more details.

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 'DIGNITY REVOLUTION' - Tim Shriver Special Olympic...: "Join the Special Olympics 'Dignity Revolution' ! CEO Tim Shriver gave this Call To Action as at the Opening Ceremony of the 2011 Special O..."

Sunday, June 26, 2011

'Healthy Athletes' Needs H.R. 2152 Congressional Support

Contact Congress to support Bills H.R. 2152 and S.1086 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act.

'Healthy Athletes' would recieve funding if bipartisan voting occurs.

Our world-class athletes of the Special Olympics @Athens2011 are appreciating health screenings and info. from the 'Healthy Athletes' program.

Call, write, email, text, Twitter, Facebook, DIGG, orkut, MySpace, Reddit and Hi5 the U. S. Congress to support Bills H.R. 2142 and S.1086 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act.

Thanks!
For more info., visit:
http://www.specialolympicsblog.wordpress.com

Twitter
@SpecialOlympics
@Athens2011
@disabilitygov
#kdale
whitehouse.gov
Flick pics
YouTube vids
Facebook

*U.S. Congressional SWITCHBOARD
1-888-245-0215
congress.org
H.R.2152 and S.1086 Bills info.
www.OPENCONGRESS.gov
http://www.govtrack.us

Unified Sports!

World Special Olympics

'Play Unified to Live Unified'

Unified Sports Program


Global Youth Activation Summit

Join or start a Unified Sports Program (USP).

More info. at 'The World of Special Olympics' blog -
http://www.specialolympicsblog.wordpress.com

Saturday, June 25, 2011

'DIGNITY REVOLUTION' - Tim Shriver Special Olympics

Join the Special Olympics 'Dignity Revolution' ! CEO Tim Shriver gave this Call To Action as at the Opening Ceremony of the 2011 Special Olympics World Games in Athens, Greece.

Watch, listen, share at ESPN, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

The U.S. Presidential Delegation is sharing travel highlights on Twitter @disabilitygov by #kdale Kareem Dale, President Obama's Special Assistant on Disability Policy.

This U.S. Special Olympics Presidential Delegation is lead by Dr. Jill Biden, wife of the Vice President. She will share her perspectives during this month's 'White House Disability Call' on this Monday, June 27, 2011@10:30am/EST. Federal Relay is available. VISIT whitehouse.gov/disability for qustions about Call-In number (1800-230-1951) and special needs link ( http://=ww.fedrcc.us/Enter.aspx?EventID=1782221&CustomerID=321http://www.fedrcc.us/Enter.aspx?EventID=1782221&CustomerID=321)

'EnjoyHi5Autism' shares 'White House Disability Group Call' notes on this blog and at http://familyenjoyinghi5autism.blogspot.com. Audio posts at http://enjoyhi5autism.wordpress.com.
Brenda Lee Cosse', LA Developmental Disability Council Member

Friday, June 24, 2011

Early SIGNS of Autism

Do you have questions about Autism?

-Can Autism be cured?
-Can ASD be prevented?
-Is Autism Spectrum contagious?
-How to determine if someone is on the Autism Spectrum?

http://www.earlysignsofautism.com

Project SKIP

Finally!
An Online screening tool for Autism, mental and cognitive conditions in children.
Project SKIP (Screening Kids for Intervention and Prevention).

Project SKIP targets Mental and Development conditions.

Parents, now you can know if your children are on the Autism Spectrum.

Screen kids as young as 2 years old.

Teachers can use screening tool,too.

Created by Dr. Bonny J. Forrest, graduate of Columbia University.

Results in minutes!

Early Intervention is key. Thus, early screening is essential.

www.projectskip.com

http://askdrforrest.wordpress.com

Meetings and Events of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

Federal laws mandate that all Students receive an Education in the U.S.
Many of these are mandates pertaing to Students with Disabilities (Physical, Developmental, Visual, Auditory, Learning, Intellectual,etc...)

Refer to FAPE, ADA, DD Act and Bill of Rights, and IDEA.

Students with Disabilities should be provided Accommodations and Modifications to assist with their academic matriculation.

Students with Disabilities can achieve in school from Pre-School through college.

AIM, CAST, NIMAS helps Students with Disabilities.

Meetings and Events of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

Overview of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

AIM Advisory Commission
FYI

In case you are unable to participate in todayms teleconference and Public Hearing

~Accessible Instructional Materials
-Federal designations
-powerpoints
-resource links

Overview of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

Contact the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

AIM Advisory Commission Joint Session
- June 24,2011 via iLinc webinar system

*If you have questions after the teleconference, contact AIM, CAST, NIMAS or the U.S. DOE (ed.gov).

Accessible Instructional Materials in Post Secondary Education for Students with Disabilities and Public Hearing Teleconference

Contact the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

June 24, 2011 Open Teleconference of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities, and a Public Hearing

AIM Advisory Commission
Student with Disabilities Webinar

~Full Commission Open Teleconference

~PostSecondary Education for Students with Disabilities

~Accessible Instructional Materials

*Utilizing iLinc Webinar System!

June 24, 2011 Open Teleconference of the Advisory Commission on Accessible Instructional Materials in Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities, and a Public Hearing

Thursday, June 23, 2011

White House Disability Group Monthly Call

White House Disability Group Monthly Call

JUNE 24, 2011 @10:30AM/EST
Kareem Dale, Special Assistant to President Obama
on Disability Policy

Participants:
Dr. Jill Biden calling from Athens, Greece (leading a Presidential Delegation to the Special Olympics).

{Kareem Dale @disabilitygov (twitter.com/disabilitygov) for delegation travel tweets from The Special Olympics in Athens, Greece(June 24 thru June 28) }

Lynna Ruttledge, Commissioner of the Rehabilitation Services Administration

Sharon Lewis, Commissioner of the Administration of Developmental Disabilities

Dial In for Listeners: 1800-230-1951
Title: White House Disability Call( not for press purposes)

Live captioning via federal relay system for the people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
(http://www.fed.rcc.us/Enter.aspx?EventID=178221&CustomerID=321http://www.fed.rcc.us/Enter.aspx?EventID=178222&CustomerID=321)

*STAY IINFORMED:
whitehouse.gov/disability FOR UPDATES ON VARIOUS DISABILITY ISSUES; introduce you to persons who work on disability issues in the federal government

Ticket-To-Work Sustainability

The Advocacy Center presented a relevant and timely webinar entitled, 'A Smart Tool For The Sustainabilty of Employment Networks'.

This EN Webinar was hosted by The Kay Center which created SmartWorks. a web-based software to improve efficiency and effectiveness of Ticket-To-Work Employment Networks administrators and Beneficiaries.

This Conference Call was informative, included a Live Demo and Q & A.

For more details, contact: Advocacy Center at advocacyla.org 1800-960-7705; (TTY) 1866935-7348 ,Voice or call relay at 711.

The Advocacy Center 'Systemic Advocacy' serving people with disabilities and senior citizens
~'Protect Empower, Educate', the Advocacy Center is "clearing the path to education, employment, housing, voting, healthcare, and community services".
~Twitter, Facebook, blog, email and legislative updates. *Donations to the Advocacy Center are tax-deductible.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

EnjoyHi5!Autism: Artist Lois Curtis & ADA Olmstead Ruling

June 22,2011 marks the 12th Year Anniversary of the Olmstead Decision.

People with Disabilities gained the right to live in their communities of choice. Instead of a life of unjustifiable institutionalization, states must now listen to the voices of those they serve.

Like Lois Curtis, individuals with disabilites may choose to enjoy a life of Self-Determination, Independence, Inclusion, Productivity, and Integration.

EnjoyHi5!Autism: Artist Lois Curtis & ADA Olmstead Ruling: "1982 - Since childhood, Lois Curtis forced to live in institutions because she has a disability 1995 - Lois Curtis ascended the numerous s..."

http://nnlm.gov/bhic/2011/06/22/digitally-inclusive-communities/

Digitally Inclusive Communities

Why does my community need this?

Is this concept a technological benefit of emergency preparedness and during national disasters?

Bringing Health Information to Communities(BHIC) is a primary purpose of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine(NNLM).

Learn more about 'Digitally Inclusive Communities' through
the NNLM.
The NNLM promotes access to medical and health information through collaboration and training.

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine has 8 national regions that provides webinars, CEUs, community outreach, blogs and Calendars of Events. To stay informed as a Consumer, signup for a newsletter from your NNLM Region.

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine seeks to improve the public's access to information to enable people to make informed decisions about their health.

The NNLM website provides a link for the Freedom of Information Act.

http://nnlm.gov/bhic/2011/06/22/digitally-inclusive-communities/

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Live Facebook Chat blog.AutismSpeaks.org

Autism Speaks is conducting a Live Facebook Chat on June 22nd @5pm/est. A.S. Family Services staff will discuss 'Diagnosing Autsim Soectrum Disorder'.

Newly diagnosed families get ready to request your Autism Speaks 100 Day Toolkit and/or Asperger and High Functioning Autism Toolkit. These checklists are good resources. Nearly 2 years ago, our family relied on Autism Speaks' 100 Day Toolkit when our son was diagnosed. Today, we still rely on Autism Speaks multi-resources.
Go to Autism Speaks Facebook page or http://blog.autismspeaks.org.

'Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable.'

Monday, June 20, 2011

Artist Lois Curtis & ADA Olmstead Ruling

1982 - Since childhood, Lois Curtis forced to live in institutions because she has a disability

1995 - Lois Curtis ascended the numerous steps of the U.S Supreme Court building to present her case: the choice to live in the Georgia community instead of a Georgia institutions
She is accompanied by advocacy Attorney Sue Jamieson, as disability rights supporters cheer her to hopeful victory.

1999,June 22 - The Olmstead Decision: SCOTUS rules in favor of Lois Curtis, People With Disabilities and upholds the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Six of the nine Justices decided the 'Integration Mandate' overrules unjustified, force institutionalization.

2007, Summer - Lois Curtis art is a solo presentation 'Looking Over Her Shoulder' at VSA Arts of Georgia.

2011, June 20 - U.S. President Barack Obama celebrates the 'Champions of Olmstead'(Act) at the White House. As an original Plaintiff, Lois CURTIS presents POTUS Obama with an original piece 'Girl in Orange Dress', a self-portrait.

For more info., visit th following entities and websites:
~WhiteHouse.gov/Disability
~loiscurtisart.org
~vsaartsga.com
~SCOTUS.gov
~aapd.org

'EnjoyHi5Autism' believes "Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable." Lois Curtis is enjoying life as an artist living independently in her community with the guidance of a microboard. 12 year ago, Ms. Curtis advocated for the Americans with Disabilities Act. Today, she embraces and epitomizes the principles of intellectual and developmental disabilities concepts of Intergration, Inclusion, Self-Determination and Productivity and Independence.

Rights for children vs. rights for adults with disabilities | Autism Support Network

Child vs. Adult Disability Rights and Services

Autism is considered a neurological condition, as well as a 'developmental' disability.

You may know a lot about the medical/clinical aspects of Autism. But, you also need to know your Rights as a Person with a Disability(PWD). You may be surprised to learn that disability terms, special services, accommodations, etc... change as you age and depending on what are your adult pursuits(i.e., college, work, housing, suppoert, services,...)

How does the 1990 ADA protect me as a Person with a Disability?

What does the Rehabilitation Act provide for me as a Person with A Disability?

Is Section 504(Rehab Act) applicable for children and adults with disabilities?

How does the term 'disability' change criteria once PWDs are Adults?

Does the EEOC cover PwDs?

What happens when PWDs 'age out' of high school?

Will IDEA follow me to age 21?

What happens if a PWD choses vo-tech instead of college?

Does FAPE apply to PWDs in college?

PostSecondary Education
Institutions
-Office for Students with Disabilities
-gersh
academy
.org
-clenic.net
-brevardcenter.org

Rights for children vs. rights for adults with disabilities | Autism Support Network

Friday, June 17, 2011

Autism CONNECTS

What is the connection among Autism, Students, Innovation and Technology?

FIND OUT AT Autism CONNECTS Student Design Competition (2011).

IMFAR- The Autism Speaks' Innovative Technology for Autism(ITA) has awarded over $400,000 dollars in new research grants to develop innovative , assistive, educational, therapeutic, and diagnostic technology for persons with Autism.
AutismSpeaks.org

Raise Your Hand-TEACH.gov

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Celebvocates 'Colored My Mind' Autism documentary

CELEBRITIES: iconic singer Chaka Khan, sister/manager Tammy McCrary, attorney Shannon Nash, actress Tisha Campbell-Martin, LaDonna Hughley(comedian D.L.'s wife)

ADVOCATES:
-Combating Autism Reauthorization Act (CARA)
-'Colored My Mind' documentary about their families personal journeys with Autism
http://www.coloredmymind.com

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Legislation & Parents Resource on Restraints and Seclusion

Update: SB 59 Passes in Louisiana!
Hi5! Restraints and Seclusion in LA schools will be governed by appropriate guidelines. The House passed this bill today.
Now, the Senate will fine tune it. Then, the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, along with other key stakeholders, will make approriate rules that schools must adhere to.

Our Students will be more safe in school because LA Legislators listened to Students, Parents, Educators, advocacy groups, Senator Donahue, and concerned Constituents.

Which State or country will pass the next landmark Restraints and Seclusion legislation to protect our Students?
Oregon HB2939 or US Congress H.B. 1381, perhaps

ENJOY!
*US Congress H.B. 1381 (Keeping All Students Safe Act)

'Enjoying The Hi-5's of Autism - A Family Experience': Legislation & Parents Resource on Restraints and S...: "Image via Louisiana (wikipedia) 'Legislation & Parents Resource on Restraints and Seclusion' Hi5! May 18, 2011 RE:   [Update:   LA ..."

Autistic 11-year-old discovers innate talent | Autism Support Network

Are you or do you know someone who is:
-friendly
-hyper-focused
-likes music
- a perfectionist
-wants to play an instrument
-struggles with communication nuances
-likes dogs

Then, they may possess an "emotional depth is expressing music" as they play an instrument with a band.

Learn how Jakob accentuates his positive traits while managing Autism.

Autistic 11-year-old discovers innate talent | Autism Support Network

Jakob, his family, his school, and his band is the epitome of
"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Thursday, June 9, 2011

HealthiNation

We're excited about HealthiNation Food Rescue videos.
Just in time for summer nutrition.
Videos showing on HealthiNation at blog.healthination.com .

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Fun Summer Toys

Looking for new ways for your children to enjoy the summer?

Need to develop, maintain, or enhance skills the O.T. worked on during the school year?

Seeking enjoyable peer engagement activities for social playtime?

Try these 2 online resources:
~Fun and Function
~My Toy Smart

Both feature social networking sites on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook and blogs.

Department Offers Guidance to Schools on Tuition-Free Trial Periods to Help Students Decide if an Educational Program is Right for Them | U.S. Department of Education

Who?
U.S. Department of Education

What?
offers Guidance for Schools on Tuition-Free Trial Periods

Why?
to help Students decide if an educational program is right for them

Where?
U.S. approved institutions of higher-learning

How?
on a case-by-case basis

Department Offers Guidance to Schools on Tuition-Free Trial Periods to Help Students Decide if an Educational Program is Right for Them | U.S. Department of Education

Papermill Playhouse Theatre

Paper Mill Playhouse Theatre
~new Sensory-Friendly Children's Performances!
~Fully Accessible Theatre and Performances!

*Children -
~Parents advocating for kids to enjoy artistic culture designed for autistic Patrons
-Autism Society of New Jersey
-performing 'Stone Soup and Other Stories' (our son's fav!)
-other Developmental Disabilities considerations, too

**PATRONS with Special Needs -
Performances include Les Miserables and HairSpray!
-AD: audio desciption
-infra-red listening system (headsets)
-sign-interpreted
-OC: open-captioned
-braille programs
-large-print programs
-barrier-free access
-wheelchair seating
-sensory seminars (for Patrons with blindness/low vision: set history, costumes details, 'touch' opportunities, etc... )

Paper Mill Playhouse Theatre is a regional theatre that seats 1200 with a venue in Millburn, New Jersey (Manhattan).
http://www.papermill.org

Failure to Launch

'Failure To Launch-Why Boys Fail'

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR SON'S EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS?

Are you more concerned about the progress of you male Students than female?

ARE YOU WONDERING WHY YOU JUST CAN'T SEEM TO PERFORM BETTER THAN your sister, her bff, your female neighbor or the girl who sits in front of in English Literature?

Understand why boys fail from Mr. Whitmire, formerly of USA Today and a past board member of the National Education Writers' Association.

Failure to Launch

Jossey-Bass::The Book Whisperer: Awakening the Inner Reader in Every Child

'The Book Whisperer: Awakening the Inner Reader In Every Child'

We thinj that summer is a good season to enjoy reading.

Know what type of books your child likes to read.

Discover why your child may not be interested in reading.

Encourage your child to read.

Education Week eduweek.org recommends
Donalyn Miller's
'The Book Whisperer:...'
~listen to the Author Discussion
~read an excerpt by chapter, index or table of contents

Jossey-Bass::The Book Whisperer: Awakening the Inner Reader in Every Child

Diplomas Count 2011 Live Stream

Diplomas Count 2011 Live Stream

Monday, June 6, 2011

Morgans Wonderland!

Morgan's Wonderland

~World's 1st ultra-Accessible Park
~25 acres
~Inclusive
~bass fishing
~special-needs considerations
~for families, friends, groups, organizations
Check out Morgan's Wonderland Events page and referral links.

Morgan's Wonderland is summertime fun!

Morgan's Wonderland is a great spot for your July 4th weekend!
Website & Blog http://morganswonderland.com

Twitter http://twitter.com/morganswndrlnd

Facebook http://facebook.com/MorgansWonderland/

Education Article :: Top 12 Ways Teachers Can Rock Summer Break

TEACH HUB
year-round teaching ideas
-Share with your child's Teacher.
-Great ideas if you home-school.


Education Article :: Top 12 Ways Teachers Can Rock Summer Break

http://teleworkexchange.com/search/survey

TeleWork Exchange
shows you, your company and organization understand the benefits of telecommuting

Summer isn't officially here... -gas prices are high
-kids are out of school
-inflation exists
-medical expenses are expenses
-special needs therapies are costly
...
And you still need to earn an income.
Save Time, Energy, Resources, and stll be a Productive Worker.
Try TeleCommuting.
Find out How from TeleWork Exchange.

http://teleworkexchange.com/search/survey

As People Age Their Moral Responses Change

Medical News Today

'As People Age Their Moral Responses Change'
What do you think?

Do you think this is relative to the topic? (i.e., supporting people with disabilities, adhering to 'The Golden Rule', cheating on tests, lying on job applications,etc... )

Do you think culture, nationality, religion, economic-status and/or education-level are determinants?

As People Age Their Moral Responses Change

Saturday, June 4, 2011

How Main Street Cupcakes goes above and beyond to please | Smart Business

'EnjoyHi5!Autism' SUMMER fun Game -
guess the flavor?..
You can play this food game with snowballs, popsickles, ice cream, and...
Main Street Cupcakes !

'oooh So SWEET!
'Definitely looks YUMMY!
230 varieties

~A Customer CUPCAKE Challenge:
Taste all 230 flavors in 1 year!
That's about 19 Main Street Cupcakes a month x 12 months = 228
+ {order 1 extra for Thanksgiving and New Years }
=230 Main Street Cupcakes

Let's see if Ellen DeGeneres will do it since she says Main Street Cupcakes are 'the best cupcakes in America'.

-3 locations
-order online,too (www.mainstreetcupcakes.com)

Main Street Cupcakes
'oooh So Sweet!'

~See how international security intelligience uses 'Main Street Cupcakes' to thwart covert operations: in 'Operation Cupcake'-The Telegragh UK by Security Correspondent Duncan Graham
(May 6,2011)

~Order on HSN, too!

~Smart Business Review
How Main Street Cupcakes goes above and beyond to please | Smart Business

Friday, June 3, 2011

JFActivist: White House Monthly Disability Briefing

Become a Justice For All JFA Activist with the American Association of People with Disabilities.

~Get ready to contact Congress!
Latest Action Alert: 80 million PWD deserve ...
(go to AAPD.org to find out what)

~Find out why FACEBOOK is under fire with PWD.
~Signup for AAPD Job Connection and recieve Job Postings.

Check below for AAPD's Notes on May's White House Disablitity Group Call with Kareem Dale, Special Aide to POTUS Obama on Disability Affairs.
Did you know that Mr. Kareem is visually blind? He shares his experiences and inspires us on every Call.

JFActivist: White House Monthly Disability Briefing

Treat 'Em Right - Susan Cutshall : Standard Publishing

Standard Publishing

Getting you ready for an enjoyable summer!
Vacation Bible School Kits, including preteeen, children, teen and Volunteers.
Graet resources for home-schoolers,too.

Treat 'Em Right - Susan Cutshall : Standard Publishing

AUTISM report card by State

AUTISM report card by State

'Report on State Services to Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder' (March 31,2011)
Extensive States ASD Report includes:
-Young Adults Pilot Program
~Adult Community Autism Program
~
~First Steps Early Intervention Program
~Community School
~Therapeutic PATHWAYS!
~Transition Action Guide for Post-School Planning
~Center for Development and Disability
~Best Practices for Screening, Diagnosis and Assessment
-Evidence-Based/Promising Practices
-Innovation and Feasibility
-Initiatives to Align Practices with Science

-Care System Development
~Primary Care Clinician Training
-Centers for Medicare Medicaid & Services
-U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
www.cms.gov/apps/files/9-State-Report.pdf
(A text version is available.)

Thursday, June 2, 2011

'AutismCollege.com'

'AutismCollege.com'
Free Q & A Webinar
~June 13,2011
~visiting college professor Brian R King LCSW
~Professor King writes and speaks about building meaningful relationships with People who are living on the Autism Spectrum.
~Sign-up for the webinar at AutismCollege.com
~Brian R King blogs at
www.SpectrumMentor.com

'The State of the States on Developmental Disabilities' - About Us | AAIDD

'The State of the States on Developmental Disabilities (2011)'
The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities -AAIDD Bookstore
'The State of the States on Developmental Disabilities (2011)'
~trends in U.S. services and spending
~(expanding on 7th edition)
~4-page state-by-state Report Card
~by noted Researcher David L. Braddock
~buy your copy, review a chapter, send a link to organizations, service providers legislators, educators, Self-Advocates, Parents, news media, etc...

'The State of the States on Developmental Disabilities (2011)' is available at the AAIDD Bookstore (online).
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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

NIMH
an installment of the 'Autism in My State' series:

The 'National Institutes of Mental Health' is seeking individuals with Autism to participate in a research study (Bethesda,Maryland).

National Institutes of Health (NIH)