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Check out all of our workshops, events and where we'll be exhibiting!
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Charity registration for the Pittsburgh Marathon is open! Looking for runners and walkers for the following events:
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Saturday, April 30
5k Kids of Steel 1 Mile |
Sunday,
May 1
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Relay
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Autism Connection of PA"
to have 0.5% of your purchase donated
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A United Way Participating Agency
Code 9817
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for more information about advertising in this
weekly e-blast
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DAD'S PHOTO SERIES HIGHLIGHTS THE MANY FACES OF AUTISM
Welsh dad Glenn Gameson-Burrows has always enjoyed taking photos of his children, particularly his 2-year-old daughter Aneira, who has autism spectrum disorder.
To raise awareness and dispel common myths about his daughter's condition, Gameson-Burrows started photographing other children (and a few adults) with autism. He compiled the images
into a series called "Magpie."
"My hope is that these photographs will make people think", adding that he wants others to realize that autism isn't always visible.
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Spring Conference 2016
"Ensuring Positive Outcomes: Emerging Trends
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Friday, April 8, 2016
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Pittsburgh West
Green Tree
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Make A Difference One Step At A Time
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Stage AE
Pittsburgh, PA
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Pittsburgh Ballet Theater
Sensory Friendly Production of
Peter Pan
Thursday, February 18, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Benedum Center
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Adaptive Dance at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
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Dance with us in a Peter Pan-themed class where we will explore the movement and rhythm of Peter, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook and more! The class aligns with PBT's sensory-friendly Peter Pan ballet performance (2/18/16, 7 p.m.) and is tailored for students with ASD/other sensory sensitivities, accompanied by live music.
8-week sessions, $40.00, on Saturdays, Feb. 13-April 9; Grades 7-12, 2-2:50 p.m.; Grades 1-6, 3-3:50 p.m.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, 2900 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
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Pennsylvania Consolidated and Person/Family Directed Support Waivers
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The Pennsylvania Consolidated and Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) Waivers for individuals with an intellectual disability are designed to help persons live more independently in their homes and communities and to provide a variety of services that promote community living, including self-directed service models and traditional, agency-based service models.
The Department of Human Services is making available for public review and comment the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) proposed amendments to the Consolidated and Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) waivers that are anticipated to be effective
May 1, 2016
. The public comment period for these waiver amendments ends on February
9, 2016. Please make any comments HERE
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The Psychological Services Department at The Watson Institute is currently hiring Full and Part Time Licensed Behavior Specialist Consultants (BSC) to work with children with Autism. Applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate evenings and weekends, and travel throughout Allegheny County. Applicants must have a Master's Degree in a Mental Health field and possess BSL, LSW, or LPC. Persons interested may apply online at
www.thewatsoninstitute.org or send their resume directly to Kristine Gorby at
[email protected]
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Concerns mar
implementation of special
ed camera laws
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Your autistic child may have
a secondary disability
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Helping people with autism through flowers
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Drug may make chatting easier for people with autism
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P
regnant mom's immune response to viruses may increase risk of autism
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PERSPECTIVES PROGRAM
- Ages 16-45 with ASD
- 18-month intervention program
- Eligible participants will receive one of two interventions; Cognitive Enhancement Therapy or Enriched Supportive Therapy, at no cost
Contact:
1-866-647-3436
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PITTSBURGH EARLY AUTISM STUDY
- Infants up to age 3 months with older sibling (both ASD and typically developing)
- Pregnant women may also inquire
- Visits take place in the home
Contact: Krista Pugliesi
412-624-9355
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MATERNAL LANGUAGE INPUT TO YOUNG CHILDREN WITH ASD
- Mother primary caretaker and speaks English as primary language
- Child 2-6 years old
- ASD diagnosis
- Uses 0-50 words, pictures, and/or signs to communicate
Contact: Beth Breakstone
973-985-4341
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ADDITIONAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS
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CLASS Kids/Vocational Ventures
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Are you a parent or guardian in Allegheny County? Does your teen want to earn valuable skills and cash? Would you like your child age 3-13 to be included in an activity that best suits their interests?
FOR MORE INFORMATION
contact Char
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412-683-7100 ext. 2245 or
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This program is a specialized support system for young adults from 18 to 25 years of age with a primary diagnosis of autism. It has been designed to facilitate and develop peer relationships and socialization skills. The group is held on Thursdays from 4:00 to 7:00pm at 425 Main St., Youngstown, PA 15696. For more information contact Helen Tautkus-Berry at (724) 446-7282 or
[email protected]
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Just Us Parents Autism Group
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This month we will be discussing different calming techniques that work, not only for our kids/teens, but for us as the parent! Come join us!
Panera Bread, 8800 Covenant Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15237, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday, February 15th.
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Parent Support Group services Parents/Caregivers raising children with ASD and related disorders
Greater Hazelwood Family Center,
5006 Second Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15207,
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.,
Monthly: 4th Tuesday (changed from Thursdays).
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Grandparent Support Group
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Interested Grandparents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder meet, share experiences, support each other and collectively share the love of their grandchildren.
Mt. Lebanon Municipal Building, 710 Washington Road, Room, 107D, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., First Wednesday of Each Month.
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