AUTISM
04/17/2014
CAAI Training CAAI Training and State Health Systems Programs: What is happening in Maryland?
fromhttp://amchp.adobeconnect.com/caai_maryland/Hosted by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)'s Maternal Child Health Bureau (MCHB), this webinar will feature three Maryland Combating Autism Act grantees as they provide an overview for MCHB staff and intersted participants on current CAAI training and state systems initiatives in Maryland.
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04/24/2014
Applied Behavior Analysis: Statewide Issues and Solutions Webinar
In this webinar, issues around the implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs were discussed including licensure, funding, diversity of practices and quality, understanding of ABA and collaboration between ABA providers and other organizations. Both Tennessee and Indiana have addressed these issues and in different ways. This webinar highlighted the processes both states have followed in trying to reach some consensus and to promote legislation in this area.
What to Consider When Looking for a Qualified ABA Provider
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04/30/2014
2014 CAAI Webinar: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Transition
This webinar began with a presentation from Got Transition staff who spoke broadly about transition and an upcoming Federal transition plan, followed by CAAI grantee presentations on research, training, state-specific successes and best practices for advancing transition for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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05/15/2014
Act Early Forum Webinar Series: Part II: Stories from State Systems Grantees
Part II Stories from State Systems Granties.pdf
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05/16/2014
Health, Behavior and Healthy Behavior for Children and Adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) are more likely to have health related problems and also likely to challenges in accessing appropriate health care. These realities are complicated by limitations in communication and by some behavioral expressions of distress. This presentation reviewed some of the health related considerations and the importance of understanding health promotion in preventing unnecessary medical and behavioral complications for people with IDD.
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05/20/2014
2014 CAAI Webinar: Reducing Disparities for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder
fromhttp://www.amchp.org/programsandtopics/CYSHCN/projects/spharc/technical-assistance-calls/CurrentWebinars/Pages/default.aspxDisparities in accessing diagnostic and treatment services, access to care based on location, and racial and cultural differences in outcomes exist in our health care service systems. This webinar focused on CAAI grantees' work in reducing some of these disparities for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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06/23/2014
AS ATN/AIR-P AARC Webinar Series (topic- AIR-P Research updates)
fromhttps://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/923099054
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06/30/2014
iCare4Autism International Autism Conference
fromhttp://www.icare4autism.org/events/2014-icare4autism-international-autism-conference/
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07/15/2014
AS ATN/AIR-P AARC Webinar Series (topic- AIR-P Network Collaborations)
fromhttps://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/800827526
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07/23/2014
45th Autism Society National Conference and Exposition
fromhttp://www.2d-hosting.com/autism-society/get-involved/conference/
Connect with Autism: Learn and Earn CEUs, Network with over 1000 advocates, individuals with ASD, providers and professionals!
This is one of the largest autism conferences in the United States with over 1,000 attendees close to 100 exhibitors and 100 speakers. Earn CEUs and network with professionals, service providers, and individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. See conference schedule here and register today!
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07/24/2014
Act Early Forum Webinar: The Act Early Network and You: Autism CARES Act
Autism CARES Act.pdf
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07/28/2014
2014 CAAI Virtual Poster Symposium
CAAI grantees are cordially invited to present at and participate in our first CAAI Virtual Poster Symposium! A virtual poster symposium expands the concept of a poster presentation beyond the walls of a conference hall. This event will share a wide variety of successes CAAI grantees have experienced in the identification, assessment, diagnosis, and services to children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities and their families.
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08/26/2014
The Multicultural Council Presents: Supporting Former Refugee Families with Children with Disabilities in LEND Programs
This presentation will discuss recruitment of former refugees to the Vermont LEND. Specifics will be presented on cultural and linguistic competence professional development for faculty, staff, trainees, as well as mentorship. A Vermont LEND trainee and former refugee from Somalia will present her vision and work in the Medical Home wing as it relates to culturally responsive care coordination. Steps for advocacy and systems change will also be discussed.
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10/16/2014
14th Annual Autism Conference: Autism - Advances in Research and Services
fromhttp://www.cvent.com/events/14th-annual-autism-conference/event-summary-9573415a5ead4a1b8addb817170132f3.aspxHosted by the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) at Kennedy Krieger Institute, this yearly event is the premier educational autism event in the area for educators, clinicians, families, researchers and healthcare professionals. The sessions & workshops feature high-caliber speakers and presentations by visionaries in the field.This year, the focus will be on advances made in research and services for autism spectrum disorders.
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10/23/2014
32nd Annual Autism Conference
fromhttp://www.autismnj.org/annual_conferenceJoin 1,000 families and professionals for the latest evidence-based information necessary for supporting individuals with ASD. With a focus on practical strategies for learners of all ages, participants consistently provide positive feedback on their conference experience.
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