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Events - Indiana- 4th Annual Par for the Cause - LOGAN Center Golf Outing with Golf Pro, Ben Berger - South Bend, IN - June 20, 2009
- Sensory Integration Workshop "Wilbarger Protocol" - Anderson, IN - June 26, 2009
- 4th Tuesday Parent Meeting - " Post Secondary Education for People with Intellectual Challenges" - Indianapolis, IN - July 28, 2009
- 2009 Statewide Assistive Technology Conference - Indianapolis, IN - August 7, 2009
- 2009 Northwest Indiana Guardianship Symposium - Merrillville, IN - October 30, 2009
Events
- National
4th Annual Par for the Cause!
to benefit the Sonya Ansari Center of Autism, LOGAN Center
Eberhart-Petro Golf Course
Mishawaka, IN
Saturday, June 20, 2009
On Saturday, June 20, 2009
Ben Berger will play over 30 rounds of golf
to raise awareness in the fight against autism.
Time: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Join us at Eberhart-Petro Golf Course as golf pro Ben Berger attempts 555 holes of golf in his Par for the Cause marathon 2009!
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In 2009, admission is FREE
For three decades, Abilities Expo has worked to improve the lives of Americans with disabilities, their families and caregivers. This event reaches out to all sectors of the Community including wounded veterans, persons recovering from immobilizing accidents, seniors with age-related health concerns, individuals with mobility and spinal issues, and many more. Whether your challenges are mild or severe, this is your event.
At the 2009 Chicago show, you will find all of the expo favorites back by popular demand combined with some new opportunities to enhance your event experience. Our brand new management team has revitalized the expo by bringing new ideas, new activities, new education prospects and more to the table. These changes have all been especially designed to improve the overall impact while keeping true to the principles that founded Abilities Expo and made it the leading event for Americans with disabilities.
Visit the website http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/chicago/index.html for more information.
Sensory Integration Workshop
Sponsored by the Through the Eyes of Special Kids Support Group
Bethany Christian Church
1920 North Rangeline Road
Anderson, IN
Friday, June 26, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Through the Eyes of Special Kids Support Group is planning a Wilbarger Protocol workshop at Bethany Christian Church, 1920 North Rangeline Road, Anderson, IN, 46012 (across from Highland High School) on Friday, June 26, 2009, 9:00am-11:30am.
Hopewell Center’s Judy von Buchler, MS, OTR (masters in occupational therapy), graduated from the University of Indianapolis in 1997 and has worked in early intervention for 11 years, is also certified by NBCOT, the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy She will be instructing this unique, hands-on workshop with Julianne Jarrell, Director of Children Services and a developmental therapist at Hopewell Center. Dottie Smith, developmental therapist at Hopewell Center, will also be instructing the hands-on part of the workshop.
The Wilbarger Protocol is the treatment which helps in treating sensory processing issues by using deep pressure touch, compression or traction to the joints, and heavy muscle action together to create the special combination that can help reduce or eliminate sensory defensiveness. Sensory processing involves the brain’s ability to make sense of different kinds of sensations entering the brain. Often several types of sensations are entering at the same time. Sensory integration refers to the process of the brain adaptively taking in simultaneous sensations. Sensory processing underlies the development of motor and social skills and the ability to learn and perform complex behaviors. The filtering system contained within the brainstem is frequently a problem for individuals who have disordered sensory processing. When the environment/world is not processed correctly, then problems such as inappropriate behaviors or the inability to focus or concentrate would occur. By applying this technique, an individual will feel more relaxed and the body’s sensory ‘threshold’ can be reset to be less or not at all defensive.
Because this technique is most effective if applied accurately, this workshop will provide the training and hands-on application of the technique. Everyone will have the opportunity to practice the technique under instruction and time will be available for questions. To register for this free workshop, please call 765-393-2366.
Brushes will be available for sale for the cost of $2 for two brushes. This is a workshop that is highly recommended for anyone that works with an individual with autism or sensory processing disorders. This workshop is open to parents, older siblings, teachers, aids, and anyone that work with an individual with sensory processing issues.
The Autism Society recognizes that families and individuals living with an autism spectrum disorder have a range of issues and needs. The National Conference of the Autism Society is the only conference that addresses the range of issues, including early intervention, education, employment, behavior, communication, social skills, biomedical interventions and others, across the entire lifespan. Bringing together the expertise and experiences of family members, professionals and individuals on the spectrum, attendees are able to learn how to more effectively advocate and obtain supports for the individual with ASD. The ultimate goal is to empower family members, individuals on the spectrum and professionals to make informed decisions.
For more information, http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=research_conference
Down Syndrome Indiana - 4th Tuesday Parent Meeting
Post Secondary Education for People
with Intellectual Challenges
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
St. Lukes United Methodist Church
100 West 86th Street
Indianapolis, IN
Post Secondary Education for People with Intellectual Challenges - An opportunity for all participants to learn about educational options offered and to help propose new ideas and solutions that can benefit people with disabilities, other students, faculty, and the entire community.
This is a FREE event that is open to all parents and relatives of individuals with intellectual changes.
Speakers include:
- Stephanie Smith Lee, Senior Policy Advisor - National Down Syndrome Society
- Katie Wehner, Director, Academic Resources Center - Franklin College
- Tom Weede, Vice President for Enrollment - Butler University
- Linda Duncan, Ph.D., School of Education - Anderson University
- Larry Markle, Director of Disability Services - Ball State University
Space for this event is limited. To register for this event, email DSI at register@dsindiana.org or phone at (317) 925-7617. Childcare is available for this event. Please provide childcare needs with your RSVP, including names and ages of your children. Register no later than July 24, 2009. Refreshments will be served.
Visit the Down Syndrome Indiana website for more information.
The 20th Annual APSE
National Conference
The only national conference focusing
solely on integrated employment!
Employment for ALL: A Celebration in the City of Festivals!
June 30 - July 2, 2009
Hyatt Regency in Downtown Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
Early Registration Deadline: May 15, 2009
The 20th Annual National APSE Conference will take place from June 30 - July 2, 2009 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The APSE conference focuses exclusively on facilitating integrated employment outcomes for people with significant disabilities. This year, Milwaukee will be the place to share your knowledge and expertise on the latest and best innovations related to employment!
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Come network and celebrate with other APSE members from across the country as our conference turns 20!
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Join together to make APSE the national membership organization on employment!
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We can make "Employment for All" a reality!
Our theme this year says it all—Employment for ALL! We have an exciting
three days scheduled for you with some amazing keynote presentations:
Kate Adamson, One Hand Clapping; Martha Artiles from Manpower, Inc.;
and the one and only “Twitchy”!
The break out sessions this year will tackle the tough issues of achieving
success with business, hanging public policy and identifying funding solutions.
SE 101 will be offered again for the 9th year—space is limited so
register early!
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Register online
 CHARGE Syndrome Conference
Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort
250 West Schick Road
Bloomingdale, IL (suburb of Chicago)
July 24-26, 2009
This year's conference, being held July 24-26th, will feature: online registration, our always informative presentations, a new childcare company, a surprise event Saturday night, and the first-ever CHARGE Conference Idol! Download flyer/registration information
 2009 Assistive Technology Conference
hosted by INDATA
“Get Connected”
Friday, August 7, 2009
8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Indiana Convention Center
100 South Capitol Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
The conference is free to all attendees and exhibitors and is open to the public. The conference is intended to bring education and awareness regarding assistive technology devices and services in: Education, Employment, Aging and Independent Living. The conference will include: at least one keynote speaker, 4 simultaneous educational tracks and at least 50 exhibitors. A continental breakfast and lunch is free to those with a Full Conference Pass. Pass must be worn during the event.
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2009 Norhwest Indiana Symposium
Representing, Serving & Caring for At-Risk Seniors and Adults with Disabilities & Mental Illness
October 30, 2009
Radisson Hotel
Merrillville, IN
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CST)
What is the Symposium?
The 2009 Northwest Indiana Symposium will feature national and local speakers presenting workshops and plenary sessions on current topics related to representing, serving and caring for incapacitated adults, seniors and persons with disabilities.
Who shout attend?
Judges, attorneys, advocates, direct service providers, community volunteers, guardians, family members, care providers, residential care providers and others interested in learning more about legal, health care and social service guardianship issues.
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For more information, contact northwestindianasymposium@yahoo.com
Please visit MyInsource.org - the Indiana Resource Center
for
Families with Special Needs NEW interactive community!
MyInsource.org is a FREE resource for all!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND JOIN THE DISCUSSIONS
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