Autism Hangout Webinars Feed

Author Lindsey Biel - "Raising a Sensory Smart Child."

cevans@autismhangout.com — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:38 CST

Author Lindsey Biel talks about her book "Raising a Sensory Smart Child."

Lindsey Biel, a pediatric occupational therapist is a font of great ideas for kids with sensory issues! Parents, autism professionals and especially teachers, don't miss this discussion!

For more on Lindsey's book "Raising a Sensory Smart Child" (Penguin Books) go here: www.sensorysmarts.com

Rachel Rosenman from ALUT talks about autism in Israel

cevans@autismhangout.com — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:37 CST

Israel is doing some amazing things with people on the spectrum. And their programs (from treating the young to those needing group homes) are practical applications we could consider modeling.

We WILL be talking with Director of Resources (and spokesperson) Rachel Rosenman for more advice in the future!

For more information on ALUT, go to: http://alutfriends.org/

The Power of Music and Autism

cevans@autismhangout.com — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:15 CST

From the program...

"With me tonight are three of my favorite poster people for demonstrating how to thrive with autism. All are authors, speakers, experts. All are on the spectrum. The parents of two of these people were told their children should be institutionalized. There was no hope. Yet today - 30+ years later - all three have made tremendous contributions to our knowledge of autism. And here's the best part... all three are musicians. Why is that a common link? Because all 3 know the power of music and autism. Autism Hangout, please welcome Donna Williams, Dr. Stephen Shore and Rudy Simone."

For more information on these three wonderful guests, go to:

www.donnawiliams.net (for Donna)
www.autismaspergers.net (for Stephen)
www.help4aspergers.com (for Rudy)

Film-maker Melanie Levy: "My Name Is Sydney"

cevans@autismhangout.com — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:33 CST

Meet film-maker Melanie Levy as she talks of Sydney, the star of her film "My Name Is Sydney." Melanie is a recent Stanford grad (MFA) with a focus on telling stories about heros that challenge barriers and change society. Sydney's autism is a prime example.

We have many great stories to look forward to as this exceptional film-maker starts her career.

More on Melanie here: www.whistlefilms.com

More Sydney and the spelling boards here: www.aut2communicate.com

Dr. Stephen Shore & Donna Williams: Autism as Strengths

cevans@autismhangout.com — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 04:44 CST

Everyday, more and more people on the spectrum demonstrate gifting through their contributions to society. Two of these "poster people" are Dr. Stephen Shore and Donna Williams. Each has formidable gifts... and great stories for how parents, caregivers and professionals can reach and develop others like them.

In this "Thriving with Autism" Webinar, Stephen and Donna talk about their individual strengths and how autism helped them become who they are today.

For more on Dr. Stephen Shore, go to: http://www.autismasperger.net/

For more on Donna Williams, go to: http://www.donnawilliams.net/

"Movin' Out!" Successful housing for people on the spectrum.

cevans@autismhangout.com — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:18 CST

In this Webinar, Specialized Housing Consultant George Braddock describes the importance of "person-centered environments."

I'm always THRILLED to discover competent business people that share our compassion for people with autism. George Braddock is a prime example. George is working with ARCHway to design and build housing that helps adults with autism live fuller, richer, independent lives.

More on George and ARCHway at: www.myarchway.org

Attorney David Tollner Addresses IEPs

cevans@autismhangout.com — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:29 CST

In this Webinar, attorney David Tollner addresses the steps necessary for a highly successful IEP.

David's advice is based on years of his legal experience dealing with families of special needs kids. His resume reads:

Special Education legal services for parents struggling to receive the appropriate education for their child with disabilities. David is the former Executive Director of Pacific Autism Center for Education in Sunnyvale and Rebekah Children's Services in Gilroy, as well as a civil litigator in San Jose for 13 years.

David's 7 points to Know in Preparing for a Successful IEP can be found here.

For more information or to contact David, go to: http://www.php.com/david-h-tollner-attorney

His email address is: davidtollner@gmail.com