Monday, January 27, 2014

Skydiving to raise Autism Awareness!

HAS Skydive Day for World Autism Awareness Day

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Research: Survey to Identify Autism Subtypes

Complete the survey by Jan. 30, 2014 for a chance to win

Parents & Caregivers Urged to Complete Updated ARI E-2 Survey to Identify Autism Subtypes

Who: Chief Investigator Steve M. Edelson, Ph.D., Executive Director, Autism Research Institute.

What: Comprehensive, consent-based online survey. The survey is lengthy and may take up to two hours to complete - you can start the survey and then save it, and return and complete it another time. The survey is online at: www.AutismResearchSurvey.com

Research: Survey to Identify Autism Subtypes | Autism Research Institute

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Common Classroom Accommodations and Modifications | IEP Accommodations

Common Classroom Accommodations and Modifications | IEP Accommodations - NCLD

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Sunday, January 19, 2014

I Have A Dream by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. paintings by Kadir Nelson | Video

I Have A Dream by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. paintings by Kadir Nelson | Videos | Random House Kids

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Sunday, January 12, 2014

'Finding A Different Kind of Normal'

'Finding A Different Kind of Normal' - Misadventures With Asperger Syndrome -
Author Jeanette Purkis has recently spoken about Autism and Resilience at TEDx Canberra. Forward by Donna Williams -

Jeanette has a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. She also has a Master's degree in Fine Arts from RMIT University and works for the Australian Public Service as a policy adviser. Jeanette spent her early life reacting violently against her feelings of embarrassment, anger and confusion about her ‘difference’ from other people. She was unaware until well into adulthood that everything she found difficult, including her lack of success in forming relationships, could be a result of having Asperger Syndrome. Jeanette recently received an Excellence Award from the CEO of her department for promoting inclusion and advocating for disability. She is a frequent speaker at autism conferences and she facilitates a support group for women on the autism spectrum. She lives in Canberra, Australia.

Watch: Jeanette Purkis at TEDx Canberra

Friday, Oct 18, 2013

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Jeanette Purkis at TEDx Canberra

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To kick off the new year we are giving away a copy of 'Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions'!

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To kick off the new year we are giving away a copy of 'Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions'!

To go into the draw to win this book simply leave a comment below. Entries close 12 midday AEST Wednesday 22 January 2014.

Read more about this book here http://bit.ly/1adqnca
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Friday, January 10, 2014

Everyday Transition Techniques by Paddy-Joe

New on the JKP blog: Hear from 18 year old Paddy-Joe as he looks back on the techniques that have helped him cope with the stresses of everyday life over the years.

Paddy-Joe is a contributor to Create a Reward Plan for Your Child with Asperger Syndrome and Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions. More information on Paddy-Joe's books can be found here: http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843106227

Paddy-Joe is also the founder of ASK-PERGERS? a free advice service for people looking for more information about autism spectrum disorders.See More

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Everyday Transition Techniques « JKP blog

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Discover how sketches and scripts can help children with autism cope with everyday transitions including the return to school routine after a holiday break.

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Everyday Transition Techniques « JKP blog

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Monday, January 6, 2014

Forms and Personalized Stories from Microsoft Office

Autism Speaks has partnered with Microsoft Office and the University of Washington Autism Center to provide a series of personalized story PowerPoint templates that parents and therapists can customize to explain social situations to children with autism.
Customize these personalized story templates with your own pictures to help your child know what to expect in various situations!
Personalized stories include:

Click here to read a blog about the personalized stories from Microsoft Office!

The first set of the templates are Microsoft Office versions of the forms provided in the Autism Speaks 100 Day Kit, the Transition Tool Kit, and the Individualized Education Program guide.
These templates can be found on the Autism Speaks partner page on Office.com.

Forms and Personalized Stories from Microsoft Office | Family Services | Autism Speaks

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Friday, January 3, 2014

Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist

The Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist (ATEC) was developed by Bernard Rimland and Stephen M. Edelson of the Autism Research Institute, to fill this need, which is especially urgent right now because of the 20 or more studies starting soon to evaluate secretin.
The ATEC is a one-page form designed to be completed by parents, teachers, or caretakers. It consists of 4 subtests: I. Speech/Language Communication (14 items); II. Sociability (20 items); III. Sensory/ Cognitive Awareness (18 items); and IV. Health/Physical/Behavior (25 items).

The ATEC is not a diagnostic checklist. It basically provides several subscale scores as well as a total score to be used for comparison at a later date. Basically, the lower the score, the fewer the problems.

Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist (ATEC) | Autism Research Institute

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Thursday, January 2, 2014

M-CHAT-R/F autism screening tool

The M-CHAT-F/F parent-report screening tool is valid for children 16-30 months old.
The M-CHAT-R/F autism assessment tool is available in 45 languages.
The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers — Revised, with Follow-Up (M-CHAT–R/F) free download is now available.

M-CHATTM Diana L. Robins, Ph.D.

Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F)TM
Permissions for Use of the M-CHAT-R/FTM

The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F; Robins, Fein, & Barton, 2009) is a 2-stage parent-report screening tool to assess risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The M-CHAT-R/F is available for free download for clinical, research, and educational purposes. Download of the M-CHAT-R/F and related material is authorized from www.mchatscreen.com.

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For Immediate Release: Monday, December 23, 2013

Testing during routine checkups indicates earlier diagnosis possible

An updated screening tool that physicians administer to parents to help determine if a very young child has autism has been shown to be much more accurate than earlier versions at identifying children who could benefit from further evaluation, according to researchers supported by the National Institutes of Health.
The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers — Revised, with Follow-Up (M-CHAT–R/F) — is a free, two-step screening tool used to detect children likely to have autism. It is intended for use at regular well-child checkups for children 16 to 30 months old. With the M-CHAT-R/F, health care providers can classify a child’s risk of having autism as low, medium or high, on the basis of parents’ answers to 20 questions.
The free autism screening tool is available online in more than 45 languages.

M-CHAT-R/F - Diana L. Robins, Ph.D.

Revised autism screening tool offers more precise assessment

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Tax Strategies for Parents of Kids with Special Needs

Medical Expense Deductions, Special Diets, Legal Expenses, Credits (CDCC, EITC, LLC, AOC, ...), IHSS Services, Respite Care and more tax topics are by Regina M. Levy, CPA:

Tax Strategies for Parents of Kids with Special Needs - Talk About Curing Autism (TACA)

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 2 Amazing FREE and 2 DISCOUNTED Special Needs Apps...

The Social Express open sale ends January 31, 2014!

EnjoyHi5!Autism: 2 Amazing FREE and 2 DISCOUNTED Special Needs Apps...: 2 Amazing FREE and 2 DISCOUNTED Special Needs Apps for Emotions, Life Skills, Speech and AAC!! "Life on the Autism Spectrum can be EN...

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Apps by IEP Goals/Skills

Apps by IEP Goals/Skills | Technology in (SPL) Education

"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

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