https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com//conferences201x/2011/mp3/UsingCreativityandJoyto.mp3 She will include her 7 Keys to Unlock Autism, Living Miracle Minded, and her “Never Give Up” philosophy as well as her insights into role modeling with typically developing peers to foster socialization.. She will also introduce you to several extraordinary youth with autism – verbal and nonverbal teens who are making a difference […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com//conferences201x/2011/mp3/CustomizedSupport-Designingsupports.mp3 We will take a look at how to create supports for people with Autism in a person centered manner. We will look at planning tools and philosophies that allow services to be provided successfully and respectfully. Together we will try to debunk the myths surrounding person centered planning and the reasons why it is […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com//conferences201x/2011/mp3/TheAbilitytoDerive.mp3 Vision serves three of life’s most important activities; deriving meaning from the world, problem-solving and directing the intelligent movement of the body. Those with autism often have difficulty in these three major activities of daily living, and it is often a result of a dysfunction in the development of their visual system. When vision […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com//conferences201x/2011/mp3/everychildshouldknow.mp3 Based on her experiences and what helped her become the successful adult she is today, Temple will discuss the basics that all children – on and off the spectrum-need to learn. As well, Temple will discuss specific areas that are difficult for children on the spectrum including: The Fright and Flight Response Recognize and […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/practicalideasforbehaviors.mp3 When an individual engages in problematic behaviors, both families and the programs that support them are challenged. This webinar will present practical ideas for examining the underlying cause of the behavior, the role of reactive programming, and strategies for decreasing problematic behaviors and teaching alternative prosocial skills.

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/autismintervention.mp3 Stephen shares personal experiences on the autism spectrum as well as comparing promising interventions for for children on the autism spectrum with the goal of matching best practice to the needs of those with autism.

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/outofsyncchild.mp3 Most children with autism are “out-of-sync,” withdrawing from physical contact, refusing to participate in everyday activities, or responding in unusual ways to sensations of touch, movement, sight and sound. These children don’t behave as we expect — not because they WON’T, but because they CAN’T. The underlying reason is Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), a […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/autismandfamily.mp3 The diagnosis of autism affects the entire family. This unique presentation combines the personal and professional perspectives of a psychologist who has raised an adult child with autism. The presenter is internationally known and extensively published. Combining real life experience with scholarship and insight, this presentation will include coping strategies for the family unit. […]

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/nutrition2.mp3 This webinar will discuss the importance of good nutrition for children on the spectrum. Specific diets and foods will be discussed in detail. Bring your note books for this one!

https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3mfa/specialneedsholidays.mp3 If you have a special needs child, the holidays can be stressful. Kim Stagliano will speak about how you can make your holiday a little less stressful. Here are some of the topics she will discuss: * Holidays and special needs * Religious participation * Foods for the holidays and special diets * Buying […]