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Our Calendar contains a listing of upcoming events that
we feel will be of interest to the TelAbility community. If
you are aware of an event that should be listed on our
calendar, please
let us know!
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| | | Family Support Network Coffee Connection | | Coffee, tea, and connections the 2nd Wednesday of every month between the hours of 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Starbucks, 3800 Lake Boone Trail, Raleigh. You are welcome to come for part or all of the time. | | | | | | |
| | | Project Enlightenment Teacher Worskshop: A Guided Observation of the Demonstration Preschool | Guided observations are designed for teachers of three- to five-year-olds. Participants observe and discuss best practices in one of two Project Enlightenment inclusion classrooms serving four-year-olds. Some of the "best practices" participants can observe are: literacy-rich environments, caring communities in action, positive guidance strategies, and respectful teacher/child interactions.
Fee: $20
Topic Areas: 1-9
Time 8:30-11:00 AM. For more information, please visit website link above
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
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| | | Project Enlightenment Teacher Workshop: Reiliency | In this workshop teachers will gain skills to enable them to build and encourage confidence in young children. Learning how to be confident will help children to become more successful learners and problem solvers.
This class will be held at St. Philip Lutheran Preschool, 7304 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh.
Time: 1:00-3:00 PM
Instructor: John Panepinto
Fee: $16
Topic Areas: 2-4, 7-9. For more information, please visit the website link above
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| | | Autism Society of NC Workshop: Managing Stress | | Designed by the mother of a child with autism who is also a Registered Nurse, Bodywork Therapist and Parent Advocate to help busy, overwhelmed parents and professionals who live chronically stressful lives. The session examines what stress is, how it affects the body and mind and how to manage its negative effects. Participatory exercises are part of the experience.
Location: ASNC Conference Room, 505 Oberlin Rd, Ste 230, Raleigh. Contact Tali Denton or Nancy LaCross (919) 743-0204 | | | | | | |
| | | FREE TelAbility Multipoint Video Workshop: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy | Presented by Ms. Callie Plattner, MS BCBA LPA from Creative Consultants
This workshop is intended to provide a general understanding of the principles and applications of ABA for Autism and related disabilities. This workshop will also focus on how to effectively decrease maladaptive behaviors and teach appropriate replacement skills.
Applied Behavior Analysis is the process of systematically applying interventions based upon the principles of learning theory to improve socially significant behaviors to a meaningful degree,and to demonstrate that the interventions employed are responsible for the improvement in behavior (Baer, Wolf, & Risley, 1968; Sulzer-Azaroff & Mayer, 1991).
1.5 Infant Toddler credits will be awarded for this session.
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| | | NC Parent Consultants: Reducing Sibling & Peer Conflict | | Ever wonder why they just can''t get along? Come learn how to "coach" social skills.
Date: February 11, 2012
Hours: 10 - 11:30am
Location: 519 Keisler Dr. Ste 202, Cary NC 27518
No cost to attend.
Please register at least 48 hours in advance by sending an email to: enroll@ncparentconsultants.com indicating the date and title of workshop. Please include a phone number in case of cancellation. | | | | | | |
| | | Wake County LICC Meeting | | Project Enlightenment, 501 S. Boylan Ave, Raleigh.
The Wake County LICC (www.wakelicc.org) is a collaborative group made up of families and professionals that serves families of children birth to five who have a developmental delay/disability, atypical development, or are at risk for these. | | | | | | |
| | | Project Enlightenment Parent Workshop: Toddler Issues | PROJECT ENLIGHTENMENT PARENT WORKSHOP:
Toddler Issues
This class is for families with children fifteen months to 3 years of age.
Toddlerhood can be challenging for any parent. Come learn what "makes them tick." In this workshop we will discuss discipline, development, and ways to communicate with a toddler that will increase cooperation and reduce power struggles.
Registration Deadline: February 9, 2012
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Toqui Kennedy
Fee: $15/person, $22/couple For more information, visit the website link above
Start Time: 6:30 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
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| | | Triangle Down Syndrome Network D.A.D.S. Meeting | | TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME NETWORK
D.A.D.S Meeting
Mission: To support through fellowship and action, the fathers and families of individuals with Down syndrome.
Please contact the TDSN office at (919) 803-0515 for more information | | | | | | |
| | | Special Blessings Outing to the Natural Science Museum | SPECIAL BLESSINGS
Outing to the Natural Science Museum
Where: 11 West Jones St, Raleigh
For more information or to RSVP visit www.specialblessingsinc.net or call (919) 366-9589.
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: :
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| | | The Next Step | Where: Millbrook Exchange Community Center, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh
An information group for persons interested in residential options for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as how to create a fulfilling life once launched. Meetings are free and light refreshments will be available. No reservation necessary. For more information contact Kathy Honeyman at honeymank@earthlink.net.
Start Time: 9:30 AM
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| | | Triangle Down Syndrome Network Mom's Night Out | The meal is potluck, and guests bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to share. Please contact the TDSN office at (919) 803-0515 for more information.
Start Time: 6:30 PM
End Time: 9:00 PM | | | | | | |
| | | Autism Society of NC Workshop: After the Diagnosis | | AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC
Workshop: After the Diagnosis
We will give an overview of autism and share resources for your family to consider on this journey. This informational workshop offers parents of recently diagnosed children support, comfort and general information on Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as information on local, state and national resources.
Location: ASNC Conference Room, 505 Oberlin Rd, Ste 230 Raleigh. Contact Tali Denton or Nancy LaCross (919) 743-0204 | | | | | | |
| | | TelAbility FREE Multi-pont Video Conference: An Introduction to the MOVE Program | Presented by Mr. David Schreuder, Executive Director of MOVE International
Mr. Schreuder will present information on the MOVE-Mobility Opportunities Via Education program and how to promote enhanced educational experiences for children with physical challenges.
http://www.move-international.org/
MOVE (Mobility Opportunities Via Education)® is an activity-based curriculum designed to teach individuals basic, functional motor skills needed for adult life. These skills allow them to enjoy a more inclusive life-style.
MOVE (Mobility Opportunities Via Education/Experience) helps children with severe disabilities acquire more abilities (and independence) to sit, stand, walk and transition. This is achieved through instruction and adaptive equipment. With these increased abilities there is 1) better health, 2) less burden for care providers to move or lift people, 3) more dignity, and 4) new opportunities for fuller participation and inclusion in family life, school and community.
It combines natural body movement with an instructional process designed to help children and adults acquire increasing amounts of independence in sitting, standing and walking. The MOVE Curriculum recognizes that carers (a British term for parents and care givers) and individuals themselves have immense knowledge of what their needs are and fully involves them in developing a program to meet those needs.
The framework also helps coordinate services provided by therapists, educators, agencies and others-a real team approach.
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| | | THE ARC OF WAKE COUNTY'S 44TH ANNUAL GALA | Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett St, Raleigh
Tickets are on sale now for $75.00 each.
The evening's festivities will include dinner and dancing, open bar, a silent and a live auction as well as professional portraits.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.arcwake.org/gala.html
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 11:00 PM
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| | | The ARC of Wake County's 44th Annual Gala | Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett St, Raleigh
Tickets are on sale now for $75.00 each.
The evening's festivities will include dinner and dancing, open bar, a silent and a live auction as well as professional portraits.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.arcwake.org/gala.html
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| | | Project Enlightenment Parent Worskshop: Positive Discipline: Firmness & Limit Setting | For families with children 3 to 6 years of age.
Tired of tantrums? Weary of whining? Kids not listening? In this three-session workshop series on the foundations of positive discipline, parents will learn how to develop a firm, effective limit setting style, follow through with choices and consequences and prevent misbehavior before it starts. The workshop series includes lectures, discussions and reading assignments. A workbook is provided. This workshop series will also be offered in April/May.
Dates: February 28, March 6 & 13, 2012
Registration Deadline: February 21, 2012
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Fee: $52/person, $72/couple
Instructors: Val Wilson and Lynne Johnston. For more information, please visit the website link above
Start Time: 6:30 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
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| | | Triangle Down Syndrome Network: Dine Out FOr Down Syndrome at Ruby Tuesday | Ruby Tuesday has invited TDSN to participate in their GiveBack program in 2012 by hosting monthly Dine Out For Down Syndrome nights at their restaurants to benefit TDSN. 20% of your bill will be credited to the fundraiser if you present the flyer with the event code on it. The events will be held on the last Tuesday of each month except for December when it will be held on the 18th. Please visit TDSN's website for the flyer or contact them at (919) 803-0515
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| | | Project Enlightenment Parent Workshop: Creating Calmness During Crazy Times | This class is for families with children ages 2 to 6.
Come to this innovative two-session workshop based on the lifework of Dr. Becky Bailey, educator and creator of the highly acclaimed research curriculum, "Conscious Discipline." Focus will be on ways that parents can establish effective patterns of communication and discipline in their families that are based on creating connections rather than on coercion. The second session of this workshop meets on March 8, 2012.
Dates: March 1 and 8, 2012
Registration Deadline: February 23, 2012
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Elizabeth Worley
Fee: $30/person, $45/couple. For more information please
Start Time: 6:30 PM
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| | | Autism Works National Conference, St. Louis, MO | This is the only national conference focused on autism employment. Presenters include national leaders in voc rehab and autism, corporate initiatives, new software, emerging business models, self-advocacy, transition, and workplace social skills. Agendas, articles and registration can be found at the website above
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| | | 4th Annual Special Education Open House | Broughton High School, 723 St. Marys St, Raleigh
What's the big I.D.E.A? 6 pm - Doors open; enjoy Resource Fair. Get up to date information from support groups, recreation and leisure providers, after school/track-out programs and much more. 7 pm - Welcome from Dr. Lisa Grillo, Asst. Superintendent of Special Education. 7:30 pm - Information Sessions begin. Attend sessions on transitions, types of classrooms and programs, creative ways to invite inclusion into your school. To register visit http://seacopenhouse.com. For more information call 919-322-9254 or email specialeducationadvcouncil@gmail.com. No childcare available.
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| | | Autism Society of NC Conference in Charlotte | The conference will be held at the Hilton University Place in Charlotte.
This year, the largest autism gathering in North Carolina will focus on social communication and relationships- with perspectives from professionals, family members, and individuals on the spectrum.
For more information, please visit the website link above
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| | | AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC CONFERENCE IN CHARLOTTE | The conference will be held at the Hilton University Place in Charlotte.
This year, the largest autism gathering in North Carolina will focus on social communication and relationships- with perspectives from professionals, family members, and individuals on the spectrum.
For more information, please click here.
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