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SUMMARY:Anxiety in Autism: Due to unforeseen circumstances\,  Dr. Lori Jeanne Peloquin is unable to present the April 4 workshop.   As a result\, we made the decision to cancel the workshop.   All paid registrations will be issued a full refund .
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety in Autism Workshop.   Due to unforeseen circumstances\,  Dr. Lori Jeanne Peloquin is unable to present the Anxiety in Autism Workshop on Saturday April 4.  As a result\, we made the decision to cancel the workshop.   \nWe sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.  All paid registrations will be issued a full refund  \nThose who are already registered on line will be refunded  through PayPal. \nThose who registered by mail will receive their checks returned by US Postal Service.   \nHope to see you in the fall at our October 17\,2020 workshop.  Thank you for your continued support and interest in our workshops.  
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/anxiety-in-autism-understanding-causes-and-strategies-for-intervention/
LOCATION:Classics V Banquet and Conference Center\, 2425 Niagara Falls Boulevard\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Autism WNY,Programs & Workshops
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SUMMARY:Putting the Pieces Together: A Biomedical Approach to ASD - Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Autism Society WNY will hold their spring workshop “Putting the Pieces Together:  A Biomedical Approach to ASD” presented by Dr. James Adams using a virtual platform instead of an in-person event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.   \nVirtual Workshop | Saturday\, April 17\, 2021 | 8:45 am – 12:45 pm \nDr. James Adams is Director of the Autism/ Asperger’s Research Program at Arizona State  University (ASU).  Working  in conjunction with physicians\, nutritionists\, biochemists\, and others\,  his research is focused on the causes and treatment of autism across the lifespan.  Dr. Adams believes the addition of research-based biomedical therapy to treat individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can improve the effectiveness of ongoing educational\, therapeutic\, and behavioral interventions.  Dr. Adams will give an update on his groundbreaking research since he last presented in Buffalo in 2016. \nThis workshop will focus on: \n\nGeneral treatments for autism\nSeizures– medications\, supplements\, and diet\nNutritional and dietary supports\nMicrobiota Treatment Update\nPrevention of ASD\nBenefits and adverse effects of psychiatric medications on those with ASD\n\nIt is applicable to individuals with ASD\, parents/caregivers\, SLPs\, OTs/COTAs\, PTs/PTAs\, teachers\, administrators\, mental health professionals\, and any other professionals/paraprofessionals working with those with ASD.   This presentation will discuss individuals with ASD across the lifespan. \nAt the conclusion of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nList three treatment strategies for ASD.\nList two treatment strategies for seizure disorders for those with ASD.\nList three strategies to prevent ASD.\nList three improvements in language\, behavioral\, and coping skills demonstrated as a result of the diet and nutrition study.\n\nOnline registration is required.  Please note that there will be no mail-in registration for this event. Online registration and payment through PayPal will be available until April 14\, 2021. Materials (i.e. registration links\, handouts\, etc.) will be e-mailed to attendees prior to the workshop. \nPLEASE NOTE: No refunds will be given after April 7\, 2021. \n\n\nParent/Family/Individual  Cost:  $10    CEUs N/A \nSpeech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist  Cost:  $30    .35 ASHA CEUs \nOT or COTA  Cost:  $30    3.0 NYS Continuing Competency Hours for OTs/OTAs. Please note that these hours may be used towards completing AOTA continuing competency requirements\, but are not offered through an AOTA approved provider. \nPT or PTA  Cost:  $30    .3 NYS PT Board Continuing Education Hours \nOther Professional/Paraprofessional or Student  Cost:  $20    No CEUs Awarded \n\nAll SLP/OT/PT attendees obtaining continuing education credits will receive a Certificate of  Attendance. \nParents\, other professionals and students will receive a Certificate of Attendance (NOT conferring CEUs) if requested prior to the event. \nOnline registration is now available at https://autism-services-inc.org/resources/semi-annual-workshops/.  Please note that as this is a virtual event there will be no mail-in registration. The deadline to register is April 14\, 2021. No refunds after 4/7/21.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/putting-the-pieces-together-a-biomedical-approach-to-asd-virtual-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Autism WNY
ORGANIZER;CN="Autism%20Society%20WNY":MAILTO:info@autismwny.org
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SUMMARY:Supporting Students with Co-Occurring Mental Health and ASD - a virtual workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Autism Society Western New York and Autism Services\, Inc. will host Dr. Cathy Pratt\, BCBA-D as she presents “Supporting Students with Co-Occurring Mental Health and ASD”\, a virtual workshop\, on Saturday\, April 22\, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. \nABOUT THE WORKSHOP \nIndividuals on the autism spectrum are at an increased risk of co-occurring mental health conditions and even suicide. Both parents and teachers can play a role in supporting these children and adolescents. This presentation will focus on the following: \n\nPotential mental health conditions and the warning signs of suicide\,\nSupports needed in classroom and home situations\,\nThe impact of mental health conditions on behavior and how to assess\,\nBehavioral\, educational\, and other strategies that are the most beneficial\,\nThe role and impact of trauma\,\nClassroom factors that can minimize trauma and maximize education\,\nStrategies for supporting emotional regulation for both parent/child and staff/students\, and\nPotential community supports.\n\n  \nThis workshop is geared towards individuals with ASD\, parents and professionals. At the conclusion of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify classroom factors that can minimize trauma in students and maximize education.\nList and describe a range of educational strategies.\nList the signs for suicide and potential suicide ideation.\nDiscuss the role of emotional regulation for both staff and students.\n\nPRICING AND CEUs \nParent/Individual with ASD $10.00 per person CEUs n/a \nSpeech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists $30.00 per person\n.35 ASHA CEUs *ASHA CEUs are only awarded to ASHA members who are eligible and have paid the CE registry fee. \nOTs and COTAs $30.00 per person\n3.0 NYS Continuing Competency Hours for OTs/OTAs * Please note that these hours may be used towards completing AOTA continuing competency requirements\, but are not offered through an AOTA approved provider. \nPTs and PTAs $30.00 per person\n.3 NYS Approved PT Board Continuing Education Hours Other \nProfessionals/ Paraprofessionals/Students $20.00 per person\nNo CEUs awarded. \nBCBAs $30.00 per person.\n3.5 Type ll BCBA Credits \nPlease note that all webinar materials (i.e. registration links\, handouts\, continuing education credit forms/survey links\, etc.) will be e-mailed to attendees approximately 1-2 days prior to the workshop. If you have a PayPal account\, the e-mail associated with that account will be used for all correspondence including Zoom links and all webinar materials. This is a live event and will be broadcast in Eastern Standard Time. \nIndividuals with ASD and Parent/Caregiver Scholarships based on financial need are available. Call 716-633-2275 to apply. \nREGISTRATION \nPlease note that as this is a virtual event there will be no mail-in registration. The deadline to register is April 19\, 2023. No refunds after April 12\, 2023.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/supporting-students-with-co-occurring-mental-health-and-asd-a-virtual-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Autism WNY,Programs & Workshops
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SUMMARY:Excelling with Autism: Techniques to Ensure Success at Home\, School\, and Work presented by Brenda Smith Myles\, Ph.D. - virtual workshop
DESCRIPTION:Autism Society Western New York & Autism Services\, Inc.’s Autism Center for Learning invite you to attend:  Excelling with Autism: Techniques to Ensure Success at Home\, School\, and Work presented by Brenda Smith Myles\, Ph.D. \nCo-Sponsored by The Speech-Language-Hearing Association of WNY and Associated Physical and Occupational Therapists\, PLLC \nVirtual Workshop Saturday\, October 14\, 2023\n8:45 am – 12:45 pm EST \nTeach a skill from start to finish! Promote independent learning in autistic individuals! Maximize learning across environments and across the lifespan! How do we help autistic children and adults reach their potential? This session provides instructional strategies that match the unique learning style and neurology of autistic people\, promotes generalization across environments\, and supports independence. \nIn addition\, attendees will be introduced to a framework\, the Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS) that can be easily used to ensure that (a) necessary skills are taught and (b) supports are provided in a meaningful way when they are needed. CAPS\, which is designed to be used at home\, school\, postsecondary education\, and on the job\, makes it possible for parents\, all professionals working with the individual and the individual\, themselves\, to understand what skills and supports are needed for success. \nThis workshop is geared towards individuals with ASD\, parents\, and professionals. \n\nBrenda Smith Myles Ph.D.\, formerly a professor at the University of Kansas\, is the recipient of several awards\, including the Autism Society of America’s Outstanding Professional Award\, the Princeton Fellowship Award\, and the The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome (GRASP) Divine Neurotypical Award\, and American Academy of Pediatrics Autism Champion. She has made over 3000 presentations all over the world and written more than 300 articles and books on ASD. Further\, in the latest survey conducted by the University of Texas\, she was acknowledged as the second most productive applied researcher in ASD in the world. \n\nAt the conclusion of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\n1. Describe evidence-based strategies\, including executive functioning skills\, that lead to success.\n2. Discuss a framework that allows for interventions and supports to be used effectively throughout the day.\n3. Describe the methods to support generalization of skills to promote independence and lifelong learning. \n\nWorkshop Schedule \n8:30-8:45: Registration/Login\n8:45-9:00: Introduction\n9:00-9:45: How Autistic People Learn and Process Information\n9:45-10:30: Evidence Based Strategies That Support the Autistic Learning Style\n10:30-10:45: Morning Break\n10:45-12:15: Evidence Based Strategies That Support the Autistic Learning Style; Developing a Plan to Ensure that Each Autistic Individual Get the Supports they Need in Home\, School\, Work\, and Community; The Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS)\n12:15-12:45: Q and A \n\nDownload the workshop brochure here. \n\nPlease note that this is a live webinar\, and will be broadcast in Eastern Standard Time. \nWe are pleased to announce that we will be offering ASHA CEU credit through the Speech-Language-Hearing Association of Western New York (SHAWNY)\, and New York State Education Department Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy State Board Approved Continuing Competency Hours for OTs/COTAs/PTs/PTAs through Associated Physical and Occupational Therapists\, PLLC (APOT). Both SHAWNY and APOT are co-sponsors of this workshop.  The cost and CEU credit information are listed below: \n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nPrice\nCEUs\n\n\nParent/ Family/ Individual w/ASD\n$10\nn/a\n\n\nSpeech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist*\n$30\n.35 ASHA CEUs included**\n\n\n*SLPs\, please click “return to merchant” after your purchase to be directed back to our site to provide your ASHA number.\n**ASHA CEUs are only awarded to ASHA members who are eligible and have paid the CE Registry fee.\n\n\nOT or COTA\n$30\n3.0 NYS Continuing Competency Hours for OTs/OTAs***\n\n\n***Please note that these hours may be used towards completing AOTA continuing competency requirements\, but are not offered through an AOTA approved provider.\n\n\nPT or PTA\n$30\n.3 NYS PT Board Continuing Education Hours\n\n\nOther Professional/Paraprofessional or Student\n$20\nNo CEUs Awarded\n\n\n\n  \nRegister here. \nOnline registration is open until October 11\, 2023. No refunds will be processed after October 4\, 2023. \n\nPlease note that all webinar materials (i.e. registration links\, handouts\, continuing education credit forms/survey links\, etc.) will be e-mailed to attendees approximately 1-2 days prior to the workshop. If you have a PayPal account\, the e-mail associated with that account will be used for all correspondence including Zoom links and all webinar materials. This is a live event and will be broadcast in Eastern Standard Time.  \nA limited number of scholarships for individuals with ASD/parents/caregivers are available based on financial need. Call 716-633-2275 to apply.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/8013/
CATEGORIES:Autism WNY
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SUMMARY:Autism Acceptance and Water Safety Webinar
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 13\, 2026  12:00 NOON IMPORTANT WEBINAR \nREGISTER for Autism Acceptance and Water Safety Webinar with the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and the Autism Society of America .   Learn more about how to reduce preventable drownings . \nEducational materials for families and caregivers will be shared along with downloadable ready to print water safety posters. \nSpeakers from both the Autism Society of America and the NDPA . \n\nImportance of Autism Acceptance Month and its importance in advancing Safety and Inclusion\n\n2 Understand increased risk of drowning with in the Autism community \n3. Learn strategies to reduce drowning \n4. Access ready to use Safety Materials \nREGISTER EARLY FOR YOUR SPOT \nCONTACT info@autismwny.org for a link to register \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-acceptance-and-water-safety-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Autism WNY,Webinars
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