Autism Ontario London

BX93 Video Dance Party

2010-02-17T20:54:00.003-05:00

COME SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISING EVENT WHILE DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY TO THE AWESOME COUNTRY HITS OF BX93!

SATURDAY APRIL 24, 2010 ~ 8:00 PM—1:00 AM

Belmont Community Centre ~ Belmont, Ontario

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door

All proceeds support programs and services for families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

For tickets call 519-433-3390 or email: autismlondon.office@gmail.com

Community Alliance for Developmental Disabilities and Autism (CADDA)

2010-02-13T18:37:00.004-05:00

CADDA Conference 2010

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www.cadda.ca

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...presented in partnership with the following community agencies:

Autism Ontario: - London Chapter: www.autismontario.com/london
Child and Parent Resource Institute: www.cpri.thehealthline.ca
Community Living London: www.cll.on.ca
Thames Valley Children's Centre: www.tvcc.on.ca
Regional Support Associates: www.regionalsupport.on.ca

This conference has been generously sponsored by Autism Centre of Excellence.

To register online using a credit card, go to CADDA CONFERENCE REGISTRATION.

To register by mail, fax or phone, follow the instructions and complete the enclosed registration form on page 12 of our brochure available at www.cadda.ca.

For more information about registration or the conference, please contact:

CADDA
600 Sanatorium Rd., Unit 1, London, ON, N6H 3W7
ph#: 519-433-3390 fax#: 519-433-3390
E-mail: caddaconference@gmail.com

PILATEEZ - Important information!

2010-02-01T14:28:00.003-05:00

Due to a lack of participation Monday night Pilateez class is now cancelled.

We will continue with Wednesday morning at 10:00 am at Good Shepherd Church on Fanshawe Park Rd and with Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm at Commmunity Church of Christ on Colborne.

Classes are $5.00

Anyone can attend - no membership is required so bring your friends. Cheapest Pilateez exercise class in town with certified instructors!

Mom’s Support Group - REMINDER

2010-02-01T12:56:00.002-05:00

Date: Monday February 8th
Time: 7-9
What: Its time for RECIPES!!!!

Bring your kid friendly/autism friendly/and or gluten/casien free recipes to share. One mom has volunteered to make snacks but if you'd like to bring samples of your best recipe, you can.

Deborah Wall, BSc(Hons) will provide info on the basic science and theories behind the gluten/casien free diet and perhaps some recipes of the basics, cake, pancakes, chicken nuggets, pizza and perhaps examples of some items that would make up her shopping cart.

As always, we will have lots of time for discussion and support afterwards.

Please let Cynthia Boufford know if you plan to attend.

Location: Our Office 600 Sanatorium Road Unit 1 (on CPRI grounds)

As always, new members are welcome to attend this meeting!

for more information please contact Cynthia Boufford at bboufford@sympatico.ca

MuSiC MaNiA ~ Winter 2010

2010-01-23T23:09:00.001-05:00

MuSiC MaNiA is a 10-week program for children 4-6 yrs with special needs and their siblings.

Children can enjoy a lively musical environment and experience music through beat, rhythm, melody and instrument play. This program includes active participation in movement, song and group interaction.

If your child has a support worker they are welcome to attend and participate with your child or volunteer support can be provided. Support needs will be discussed at registration. Parents/ caregivers meet and connect with other families and Parent Mentors will be available to participate in discussions.

This is a partnership with Music for the Very Young.

Dates: Tuesdays; 10 weeks Feb. 2 - Apr. 13 2010 (no class March 16th)
Time: 6:00-6:45pm
Registration Fee: $75
Location: TVCC, 779 Baseline Rd., London ON
Parking: Parking on nearby streets or LHSC parking
Contact: Sasha Chircoski @ Therapeutic Recreation at 519-685-8700 Ext. 53396

www.tvcc.on.ca

SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING for persons with AUTISM/ ASPERGER SYNDROME/ PDD

2010-01-23T23:06:00.002-05:00

2010 WINTER SESSIONS

• Programs specifically designed for individuals on the Autism Spectrum
• Weekly 1 Hour Sessions
• Small Groups or Individual Training Available
• Community Outings

Limited Number of Spaces Available!

Register by Phone at 519-433-6784 to reserve your spot for the Fall Sessions.

Classes begin at beginning of February.

Feb 1 Autism Ontario - London - Creative Housing Forum

2010-01-23T22:58:00.002-05:00

Autism Ontario - London Chapter members are invited to participate in a Forum to explore creative adult living alternatives for adults living with ASD at various levels on the spectrum.

Date: Monday Feb 1
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Autism Ontario - London Office (600 Sanatorium Rd.)

We invite anyone who has an idea for a creative alternative, or has developed a successful independent living alternative for their child to present this at the forum.

To do so please email autismlondon.office@gmail.com or call 519-433-3390 by January 29th and register as a "Presenter."

To attend and participate in this discussion or hear what others have to say please email autismlondon.office@gmail.com or call 519-433-3390 and register as an "Attendee

TVCC Recreation Therapy Survey

2010-01-23T22:54:00.001-05:00

Holly Leyser, a Recreation Therapist at Thames Valley Children's Centre and her team will be exploring the recreation and leisure participation of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder within London and surrounding areas over the next two months . We will be reviewing programs and supports that are currently available to determine what would be helpful for children and families to successfully pursue and participate in recreation.

They are eager to meet and hear from families about their recreation experiences. Understanding the recreational experiences of you and your child will help their Therapeutic Recreation team to better address individual and community recreation needs.

If you would be interested in participating and sharing you or your child’s story about recreation and leisure activities please contact Holly at your earliest convenience.

Your input is a valuable source of information that will allow them to better serve families accessing Therapeutic Recreation Service.

Holly Leyser, c/o Therapeutic Recreation, Thames Valley Children’s Centre
519-685-8700 Ext. 53396 or Holly.Leyser@tvcc.on.ca

Registered Disabilities Savings Plan (RDSP) & Income Tax Information Session for Families of Children with Special Needs

2010-01-23T22:47:00.002-05:00

Presenters:

Rosalin Shin, Compas, HRSDC
Winston Guo, 4th year Accounting & Financial Economics, UWO
Lee Nicholson, 3rd year studies at Richard Ivey School of Business, UWO

Date: Saturday, February 20, 2010

Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Place: TVCC, 779 Baseline Rd. E., London

Cost: Free

Parking: $4.00 LHSC flat rate on Weekends (Please bring exact change, loonies/toonies)
Register: Please e-mail to register@tvcc.on.ca or call Carrie at 519-685-8700, ext. 53367

Childcare: Is available if arranged during registration two weeks prior to the start of the
workshop.

9:00am ~ Registration

9:30-10:30am ~ Income Tax Information
A comprehensive overview of tax deductions that families of children with special needs may benefit from. Maximize the amount of money that you will receive from your next tax return. There are many unique tax refunds available that are commonly overlooked. Get specialized advice on how to claim these credits. One-on-one consulting sessions available after the presentation.

10:30am-12:30pm ~ RDSP Information Session

Did you know you could be eligible to receive a grant or a bond for a RDSP plan? This session will
cover: what RDSP is; what is Disability Tax; who is eligible for RDSP grants or bonds; how to apply for these benefits; how to open an RDSP; building long-term savings, withdrawing money from an RDSP and closure of an RDSP.

Parents Partnering with Educators

2010-01-23T22:43:00.002-05:00

Who Should Attend?
This full-day workshop is designed for parents of children who are entering the school system in the fall of 2010 and have special needs. Both parents are strongly encouraged to attend.

What will you learn?
The program will help parents develop strategies to assist their school board in addressing their child’s developmental or physical disabilities, speech and language problems or autism. Parents will explore effective communication strategies in advocating for their child, review the kindergarten curriculum, and discuss with school board personnel how their children’s needs are met. The roles and support systems involved in regular and special education services will be
clarified, including those involved in developing an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm (lunch will be provided)

Location: Thames Valley Children’s Centre, 779 Baseline Rd. E., London

Cost: Free

Parking: LHSC $4 flat rate for evening and weekend visitor parking. Please bring exact change. Freeparking on streets surrounding the hospital grounds.

Register: Contact Carrie at 519-685-8700, ext. 53367 or e-mail name, phone number and the name of this workshop to register@tvcc.on.ca at least one week prior to the session.

Childcare: We are happy to offer childcare, but children must be registered at least two
weeks before the workshop so we can plan appropriately.

2010-01-23T22:35:00.004-05:00

Ministry of Community and Social Services Public Review of Second Draft Regulation : Quality Assurance Measures

Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008

This new draft regulation to Bill 77 deals with Quality Assurance Measures for service agencies and application entities to provide high quality services and supports, and to meet ministry set standards. Autism Ontario's Adult Working Group of OPAAA (Ontario Partnership for Adults with Aspergers & Autism) will be writing a submission to the ministry and welcomes your input.

YOUR VOICE MATTERS. Please go to the links below for more information, then email us
at OPAAAgroup@gmail.com by 31 January, 2010.

Minister's draft regulation on quality assurance measures: For public review

Spotlight on Transformation: A Developmental Services Bulletin from the Ministry of Community and Social Services – December 2009 issue

SAVE THE DATE: Registered Disability Savings Plan – Workshops and One-to-One Consultations

2010-01-23T22:34:00.000-05:00

Autism Ontario will soon be announcing a series of RDSP workshops available to our Chapters through a partnership with several significant organizations. Until more details become available, we can only share the dates and locations with you.

Here is February’s line-up. More info will follow as soon as it becomes available!

Brampton – Feb 18th

Oshawa – Feb 23rd

Ottawa – Feb 27th

Education Scholarships Offered

2010-01-23T22:31:00.000-05:00

Autism Ontario offers two education scholarships: The Eleanor Ritchie Post-Secondary Entrance Scholarship for Individuals with ASD and the Jeanette Holden Post-Secondary Entrance Scholarship for Siblings of Individuals with ASD.

Complete information about the 2010 application process is now available on our website. If you have any questions about the process, please contact Jean Woolford – jean@autismontario.com

http://www.autismontario.com/client/aso/ao.nsf/web/Education+Scholarships

Together for Autism

2010-01-23T22:26:00.001-05:00

LEARNING TOGETHER

What unique qualities do people on the autism spectrum bring to our schools and communities?

During a Together for Autism campaign, school staff and parents use free learning materials, to help students and other staff explore what it means to be a person with ASD.

To find out more information visit our website www.togetherforautism.ca and don’t forget to register for the 2010 campaign!

2010-01-23T22:23:00.006-05:00

Huff Estates in Prince Edward County is donating $1 from the sale every bottle of their 2007 Chardonnay. Visit the winery at www.huffestates.ca

Order online at www.huffestates.com or email Jason@huffestates.com or call 613-393-5802.

We're on Facebook!

2010-01-11T15:11:00.003-05:00

Visit our fan page on facebook and join the discussions or start one of your own!

Stages of Autism: Adolescence & Beyond 3rd Biennial Conference

2010-01-11T11:16:00.002-05:00

Don't miss out! Registration is NOW OPEN for the

"Stages of Autism: Adolescence & Beyond 3rd Biennial Conference"

Monday, April 19th & Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
Hamilton Convention Centre, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

This truly unique and informative conference is hosted by Woodview Manor & the Offord Center for Child Studies.

This year’s two great Keynote Speakers are:

Monday, April 19th, 2010
Dr. David Mandell, Associate Director of the Center for Autism Research, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia & Assistant Professor, Psychiatry and Pediatrics, School of Medicine

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
Dr. Paul Shattuck, Assistant Professor at the Brown School of Social Work of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri

Many wonderful session speakers are lined-up to present at this very informative conference and include:

Dr. Peter Szatmari, Offord Centre for Child Studies & McMaster University
Dr. Karen Bopp, British Columbia Ministry of Children & Family Services
Dr. Kerry Boyd, McMaster University & McMaster Children's Hospital
Dr. Roy Brown, University of Calgary, Canada & Flinders University, Australia
Carrie-Anne Devine, Sir George Ross Secondary School
Carol Latimer, Community and Developmental Services (MCSS)
Dr. Kevin Stoddart, The Redpath Centre & University of Toronto
Dr. Tricia Vause, Department of Child & Youth Studies & the Centre for Applied Disability Studies
Dr. Marc Woodbury-Smith, McMaster University

& many more!

This very successful conference has been growing in numbers each year so don’t delay, register NOW or contact Michelle McIntyre for further information at michelle@innoventmanagement.com 289-237-2033.

To view Conference details, Speaker Biographies and to REGISTER ON-LINE go to the Stages of Autism: Adolescence & Beyond Conference website at www.woodview.ca

Movie Morning (RCP)

2010-01-08T18:07:00.001-05:00

**Movie to be announced January 18th after 2pm

When: January 23rd

Time: 9:45 am Registration -- 10:00 am Movie Start

Where: Rainbow Cinemas Galleria Mall London

Cost: $5 per family of 4 (Members)
$2 per person (Members)

$10 per family of 4 (Non- Members)
$4 per person (Non-Members)

To Register please e-mail Alicia DIRECTLY: rcplondon@autismontario.com

Please indicate how many people will be attending.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE JANUARY 19TH @ 12PM.

Kidz Comfy Korner Playgroup

2010-01-06T22:21:00.002-05:00

What: Kidz Comfy Korner Playgroup

When: 6-8pm
Where: Our Office 600 Sanatorium Road Unit 1

Who: this group is best suited for ages 9 and under

This group is to allow children an opportunity to meet their peers.
There will be several activities set up to allow children to interact and meet new friends.
Activities include crafts, reading zone, ball pit and much more.
Some volunteers will be here to lend a hand.
Parents are required to stay on site while children are playing.

If you have any questions please contact Alicia DIRECTLY rcplondon@autismontario.com

Science Club - NEW

2010-01-06T22:08:00.004-05:00

When: January 19th, 2010 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Who: There will be two groups of 8 kids in each group running at the same time, age level and ability will be assessed on registration. Age is not a limitation if your child has an interest in science.

Where: Our Office 600 Sanatorium Road Unit 1

This is an opportunity to interact with peers, make new friends, try out easy science experiments and have fun!

This is a hands on opportunity, with volunteers on site to help out.

Registration will be accepted on a first come first serve basis.

To register please E-mail Alicia DIRECTLY at rcplondon@autismontario.com with the following information.

Child’s Name:

Child’s Age:

Any Allergies or information about the child that would help better our program.

Mom’s Support Group Meeting

2010-01-06T22:03:00.001-05:00

When: Monday January 11th from 7pm to 9pm

What: Music Therapist Amy Harris will give a presentation. As always, we will have lots of time for discussion and support afterwards. Please let Cindy Boufford (bboufford@sympatico.ca) know if you plan to attend

Where: Our Office 600 Sanatorium Road Unit 1 (on CPRI grounds)

New members are welcome to attend this meeting!

Pilateez!

2010-01-04T15:57:00.003-05:00

READY TO GET RID OF THE HOLIDAY "EXTRAS" ?

Do you want to have some fun, feel good get in shape and lose weight?? Then now is the time to join us for Pilateez.

PILATEEZ FOR ALL starts again Wednesday morning January 6, 2010! (TELL a friend as this is open to everyone - no membership required)

Starting again - WEDNESDAY January 6, 2010 (for 12 weeks)

WHEN:
Mondays -- 5:30-6:30 pm
Wednesdays -- 10:00 - 11:00 am
Thursday -- 5:30-6:30 pm
WHERE:
Mon and Thurs evenings -- Community of Christ Church (615 Colborne St. ) Wednesday mornings -- Good Sheppard Luthern Church (on Fanshawe Rd beside Tim Hortons near Adelaide St)
COST:
$5.00 per class -- $10 per week (you can attend all 3 classes if you pay per week)
BRING:
Dress in comfortable workout clothes and bring your own yoga/pilateez mat & water

Please register by contacting Marti at autismlondon.office@gmail.com or by calling 519-433-3390

At this time no child care is available for this event

Kensal Park Soccer - ASD League Registration

2010-01-04T13:57:00.003-05:00

It's that time of year again for Autism Ontario London Chapter members...

Kensal Park Soccer - ASD League Registration

This year registration procedures have changed. Registration will be done IN PERSON at Westminster High School on the following dates:

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 28Th: 10am - 12pm

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SATURDAY MARCH 6TH 10am-12pm

There will be NO registrations accepted by mailing. Registration is a first come first served basis.

Registration forms can be downloaded at www.kensalparksoccer.ca and brought to one of the registration dates along with your registration fee of $40.00.

Kensal Park soccer believes in recycling for the environment so please if you are a returning player please have your child try on your uniform from last year to see if it still fits or you need a new one.

JUNIOR AND SENIOR LEAGUE REGISTRATION AS FOLLOWS:

This year due to the growing number of children registering for the ASD program we have decided to divide the league into two separate practises.

Juniors -Ages 4-10: practise Monday nights 6:30-7:30

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Seniors - Ages 11 - 16 practise Wednesday nights 6:30-8:00

Please specify if you are a returning player and wish to register in the coach training program.

The season has also changed in length. This year we are starting May 3rd and going to August 11th.

If you have any questions please call Judy Wright at 519-471-8542 between the hours of 8:00 pm and 10pm nightly or email at judy@kensalparksoccer.ca.

Teen Group Board Games Night

2010-01-04T13:40:00.002-05:00

What: Teen Group Board Games Night
Where: Our Office 600 Sanatorium Road Unit 1

When: January 5th, 2010 from 6-8pm

New Members Welcome.

To register or if you have any questions please contact Alicia DIRECTLY at rcplondon@autismontario.com

Feel free to bring your favourite board game to play with friends. There will be snacks and other various activities available.

Realize Community Potential (RCP) UPCOMING EVENTS

2010-01-03T13:15:00.003-05:00

Jan 11th ---- Mom’s Support Meeting 7-9pm @ Our Office
Jan 13th ---- Grandparents Support Group 6:30 @ Our Office
Jan 19th ---- Science Club 6:30-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Jan 23rd ---- Movie Morning 10am @ Rainbow Theatres (Registration Required)
Jan 26th ---- Teen group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Jan 27th ---- Kids Comfy Korner Play Group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Jan 28th ---- Dads Support Group 7-9pm @ East Side Marios Fanshawe Location
Feb 2nd ---- Teen Group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Feb 3rd ---- Kids Comfy Korner Play Group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Feb 6th ---- Valentines Skating Party 11-12 @ Brookside Arena (Registration Required) Details Coming Soon...
Feb 23rd ---- Teen Group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)
Feb 24th ---- Kids Comfy Korner Play Group 6-8pm @ Our Office (Registration Required)

If you have any questions or would like to register please contact Alicia DIRECTLY rcplondon@autismontario.com

Include your contact information, child's name, and child's age.

New Years Eve Dinner and Dance

2009-12-16T14:37:00.001-05:00

Proceeds go to AUTISM ONTARIO - LONDON

WHERE: EAGLES CLUB ~ 500 First Street (just north of the railway tracks)
WHEN: Thurs. December 31, 2009 ~ 6:00 pm – 1:00 am
COST: $25.OO per person

Enjoy a wonderful roast beef dinner with a late lunch and cash bar. Entertainment provided by DAVE’S MUSIC SERVICE

FOR TICKETS: CALL Dave at 519-455-9270 or email at dave.rowe@sympatico.ca

MAKE IT A DATE TO SKATE!

2009-12-16T14:09:00.001-05:00

It’s time to skate away those Holiday calories!

The McLean Wealth Management Group & The Currie Wealth Management Group

Invite you, your family and friends to enjoy an evening at the Western Fair Sports Center Rink A, Olympic Ice Pad (off of Florence Street, London)

Wednesday, December 30th 2009 ~ 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Bring Your Skates and your Hockey Stick (optional) and work off all those holiday treats!

Please RSVP to either team at 1-800-265-1242.

TM Trademark used under authorization and control of The Bank of Nova Scotia. ScotiaMcLeod is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., Member CIPF.

Cooking Classes with Hutton House and Real Canadian Superstore

2009-12-14T21:09:00.003-05:00

Cooking classes are now being offered as a partnership between Hutton House and the Real Canadian Superstore.

Space is still available. The deadline to register is December 22, 2009. The minimum age for participants is 18.

Please contact Lisa Havens lisah@huttonhouse.com if interested.

Men and women will make a lunch, dinner, healthy snack, dessert and Italian food. Participants will also learn about Canada’s Food Guide and how to be safe in the kitchen.

Day: Wednesdays
Dates: January 13 to February 10, 2010
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Where: Real Canadian Superstore (Oxford St. & Hyde Park Rd.)
Cost: $30.00

REMINDER: Autism/Special Needs CHRISTMAS CONCERT and Service

2009-12-09T11:47:00.001-05:00

We would like to help the children perform a Christmas concert with singing and drama. We will start to practice at the service on

Thursday, December 10, 2009
At 6:30 pm
At Egerton Church

209 Egerton Street – Located at the corner of Hamilton Road and Egerton Street. Parking Lot is north of the church on the west side of Egerton Street. Building is not yet wheelchair accessible

Any questions? Please email jonidavey@sympatico.ca

Disney on Ice!

2009-12-04T16:12:00.002-05:00

Tickets to the upcoming Disney on Ice show at the John Labatt Centre have been discounted for us - please tell your family and friends that they too can take advantage of this offer!

Tickets May Be Booked As Follows:

- Online at www.johnlabattcentre.com /Buy Tickets/Pre Sale & Promotions .
- Charge by phone at 1-866-455-2849
- In Person at The John Labatt Centre Box Office

Enter or refer to the Promo Code: “GSAOLC"

Tickets are on sale now and will remain on sale until end of business February 23rd, 2010. All ticket sales are subject to availability. Service charges apply for tickets purchased online and charged by phone. Not valid on Rink Side, Front Row or VIP Seating.

**No minimum ticket order.**

Halloween Party - Request for Feedback

2009-12-01T18:34:00.001-05:00

Hi Everyone,

In continuing to make our programs and events more successful we would appreciate your feedback from our Halloween party. Please take the time to send us an email at rcplondon@autismontario.com with answers to the questions below.

Thank you for your continued support of the Realize Community Potential Program.

Event Name: Halloween Party Event Date: October 31st, 2009
Event Type: Social Learning Opportunity

1. How would you rate the event/program?

Place an “X” beside the correct statement

Exceeded my expectations
Met my expectations
Somewhat met my expectations
Did not meet my expectations

2. How did you hear about this event:

Place an “X” beside the correct statement

Chapter/E-mail notice
Friend/Other parent(s)
Chapter or Other RCP Website
Other

3. Was the location or time convenient for you?

Place an “X” beside the correct statement

Yes
No

If No please explain:

4. Would you attend another event like this?

Place an “X” beside the correct statement

Yes
No
Not Necessary

Why?

5. What other types of Workshops, social activities or programs would you be interested in attending?

6. Comments?

Help! Volunteers needed!

2009-12-01T15:57:00.000-05:00

We are in search of volunteers to operate the Awareness Booth at Masonville Mall again this December:

December 19, 20....................... (9am - 11:30) (11:30-2:00) (2:00-4:30) (4:30-6:30) (6:30-9:00pm)

December 21 .......................... (4-6:30 and 6:30-9:00)

Please email autismlondon.office@gmail.com if you or someone you know can help out.

London City Music Theatre - Offer to AOLondon families

2009-12-01T14:25:00.000-05:00

In the spirit of the holiday season, London City Music Theatre would like to offer Autism Ontario a deal on our holiday production of "Christmas Memories"- a seasonal dance and music extravaganza. This is a short production well-suited for an outing with a support worker or the entire family.

More information can be found on the website: http://www.londoncitymusictheatre.com/

Members and staff enjoy a buy one get one free offer to any of London City Music Theatre performances. Contact the Box Office at (519) 432-0888 for details.

2010 Faces of Autism

2009-11-30T18:09:00.000-05:00

This is a reminder that the 2010 Calendar is now available for purchase. Thanks to the approximately 40 families who submitted pictures.

It turned out beautiful this year. Keep in mind ----it makes a great present for Christmas and birthdays.

They are for sale once again for $15 as a fundraiser for our chapter. We are selling them at Masonville mall at our awareness booth December 19, 20, 21.

If you want calendars, ordered them and have not picked them up please notify us asap. We only have 20 copies left. We need to know how many more are needed before we reorder. The deadline for reorder is December 19, 2009

They can be picked up at our office at 600 Sanatorium Road, Unit 1. Call the office first to make sure someone is there. We can arrange for mailing or delivery.

Email the office or phone 519-433-3390 to reserve your copy/copies.

Moms' Meeting - December

2009-11-30T16:30:00.001-05:00

Seasons Greetings!!!!!

Our December meeting will be held at East Side Mario's and our focus will be "surviving the holidays!" RSVP required as soon as possible.

When: Monday December 14th @ 7-9 pm

Where: East Side Marios Fanshawe Location

What: Focus will be coping with holiday stress. As always, we will have lots of time for discussion and support afterwards.

New members are welcome to attend this meeting! Snacks will be provided.

RSVP NECESSARY to Cynthia Boufford (bboufford@sympatico.ca)

2009-11-28T20:20:00.001-05:00

All adults with ASD and their partners or support persons are invited to our first adult Holiday Party

When: Thursday December 10th, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Where: East Side Marios Restaurant on Fanshawe Park Road. (Across from Masonville Mall)

Come enjoy appetizers, beverages and to celebrate the festive season. You must register for this event in order to attend. Parents please ensure that your loved one with ASD registers if they have indicated an interest in attending.

Please register by replying to autismlondon.office@gmail.com by Monday December 7th.

2009-11-28T14:16:00.000-05:00

DATE: Tuesday, December 15th
TIME: 5:30 - 9pm
LOCATION: London Children's Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road London
COST: $2 for each child registered

Children are invited to meet Santa for a photo and a gift to take home. Snacks will be provided as well as an opportunity to explore the Children's Museum free of cost.

To register, please call or e-mail Alicia DIRECTLY with the following information BEFORE DECEMBER 11th:

1. How many people will be attending?

2. How many children will be attending?

3. The age and gender of your children.

4. Your contact information including phone and e-mail.

PLEASE SEND ALL REPLIES TO rcplondon@autismontario.com

Two Free Webinars on Autism and Aspergers by the Geneva Centre

2009-10-22T14:14:00.002-04:00

Use the link below and follow the steps:

http://www.autism.net/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/

Click on "Training Opportunities"
Click on " List of Events"
Click on " Free Workshops"

Regional Support Associates "Pathways to Understanding" Workshop Series

2009-09-20T22:02:00.003-04:00

Regional Support Associates is pleased to present two Full Day Workshops in the month of October/09.

Oct. 15th & Oct. 16th 2009 - "Aiming Higher For Higher Needs"

and

Oct. 30th 2009 - "What The Health"

Please visit the Autism Ontario website for more details.

The Monarch Project at Nancy Campbell Collegiate Institute

2009-09-20T21:11:00.004-04:00

Greetings!

I am pleased to invite you to attend a parent’s forum to discuss a new and innovative program for children with high-functioning autism, Asperger’s syndrome and related disorders.

The Monarch Project seeks to provide a comprehensive social and academic learning environment based on current best practice from a variety of fields. The program is currently designed for elementary students who present with challenges in the areas of socialization, communication and peer relations and the primary goal is to create lasting change by enabling each student to realize his or her fullest potential and become as independent as possible.

In order to make this program a success we need to learn more about your needs and the educational and therapeutic needs of your child. It is your experiences, both as parents and as members of the autism community that will help us to build the best program possible.

Please join us on for an open dialogue about the future of this program.

Monday, October 5th @ 6:30 p.m.
at Nancy Campbell Collegiate Institute (in the cafeteria)
451 Ridout St. -- London, Ontario

Free Parking is available, follow Dufferin Avenue down towards Harris Park to the parking lot at the rear of the school.

R.S.V.P. 519-494-0386, or email monarchproject.startup@gmail.com

We look forward to meeting you!

Caitlyn Clarkson, Director
Nancy Campbell Collegiate Institute

UWO Event: The State of the Art of Fragile X Research

2009-08-23T19:07:00.001-04:00

The UWO Autism Centre of Excellence and the UWO Developmental Disabilities Division PRESENT:

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THE STATE OF THE ART OF FRAGILE X RESEARCH with DR. RANDI HAGERMAN, MD

Sept. 9, 7pm-8pm
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Medical Director of the M.I.N.D. Institute, Endowed Chair in Fragile X Research, UC Davis Health System, Sacramento, CA

(**PLEASE NOTE: This lecture is more general in nature and oriented toward community members** Fragile X is the most common form of intellectual & developmental disability)

**PLEASE REGISTER BY EMAIL TO: JMCLART5@UWO.CA**

There is no fee for this workshop

For more information please contact Judy McLarty at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital @ (519) 685-8427

Father's Support Group

2009-08-23T18:46:00.006-04:00

Our support groups continue to grow! We have had an amazing year with our Mom’s Support Group, Grandparents support Group, Parents and Extended Family Member Support Group, St.Thomas Parents Group, and Sibling Support Group. Thank you to all the hard work from our facilitators as well as all the members.

This coming fall we would like to start a Father’s Support Group. We have had many requests for this group and have now started our search for a facilitator and co-facilitator.

The facilitator would be responsible to:

Attend all meetings or have the co-facilitator step in.
Be the main communication source between the group and RCP.
Report an overview of each meeting to RCP.
Facilitate the group conversations as well as help organize speakers and
topics.

There will be help available for the facilitator and all meetings will be held at our office 600 Sanatorium Road . The date and time will be chosen once we know a better number for the group.

If you would be interested in becoming a facilitator, or interested in just becoming a member please e-mail Alicia directly at rcplondon@autismontario.com or 519 433 3390.

We need to make sure this group will be a success and will determine if it is a go by the number of e-mails we receive back.

2010 Faces of Autism Calendar

2009-08-23T18:38:00.003-04:00

We are now gathering pictures for the 2010 Faces of Autism Calender.

If anyone has pictures from the past year they would like to submit, please forward them to the office by September 15th, 2009.

We will then try to have the printed and available for our Ride and Stride on September 27th and for our October awareness events.

Forward them by email to autismlondon.office@gmail.com or drop off at the office 600 Sanatorium Road, Unit 1, London N6H 3W7

Ride and Stride for Autism

2009-08-20T21:16:00.000-04:00

RUN, RIDE, ROLL OR STROLL!

This year's annual Ride and Stride for Autism (formerly known as Cycle for Autism) event will be held on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009.

~ Long Route (50km) ~ Mount Brydges and back!
Registration starts at 8:30am | Ride starts at 9:00am

~ Ride, Stride, Roll or Stroll Route (6km) ~
Registration starts a 9:30am | Walk starts at 10:30am

Greenway Park (new location), London, Ontario

| Free BBQ, Kids Activities, Entertainment
| Kids Bouncer
| Free -shirt with minimum $75 pledge

For more information please call (519) 433-3390 or email autismlondon.office@gmail.com