45th Annual Autism Society National Conference

45th Annual Autism Society National Conference

SAVE THE DATE!
July 23 – 26, 2014

Dr. Temple Grandin has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for this event in Indianapolis! Please visit the Autism Society's page for more information: http://www.autism-society.org/in-the-news/save-the-date-july-23-26-2014-45th-annual-autism-society-national-conference/

Plausible answers to the question: "why do they do that?"

Plausible answers to the question: "why do they do that?"  is a hands-on reference for parents, other caregivers, and teachers that takes a unique approach to children's behaviors that often dismay and puzzle adults. Each behavior is laid out on a two-page spread with tips and suggestions to help you determine what's potentially causing the behavior and what to do about it.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu.

School success for kids with high-functioning autism

Based on the new criteria in the DSM-5, School Success for Kids With High-Functioning Autism describes how autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and social communication disorders (SCD) will now identify the students formerly identified as having Asperger's syndrome, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, high-functioning autism, or PDD-NOS. Relying on the latest research, and presenting it in easy-to-understand and practical language, the authors identify how the key components of ASD and SCD will appear to parents and professionals and what steps should be taken once these signs are evident. -book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

"Give A Voice" Program offers communication devices

National Autism Association's "Give A Voice" Program offers communication devices to people with Autism who are non-verbal.
Apply by June 15.

The National Autism Association has announced their newest program, "Give A Voice." This program provides assistive communication devices for people with Autism who are non-verbal or minimally verbal, and whose communication challenges put them at increased risk of injury or harm. The program provides a 16GB iPad Mini, a protective case, and an Avatalker AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication Software app.

Eligibility requirements include:
•Only parents or legal guardians may apply on behalf of their child/adult with Autism
•The individual you are applying for must be 4 years old or older
•The individual you are applying for must have an Autism Spectrum Disorder with documentation from a physician
•You must also provide a current evaluation/recommendation from a speech/language professional

There is very limited funding for this program, so if this is something that you or your family member needs, apply now. For complete eligibility requirements and to apply, download the application here: http://fifthfreedom.org/u/u5

For questions, contact the National Autism Association here: http://nationalautismassociation.org/about-naa/contact-naa/.

This is an informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom.
Information courtesy of the National Autism Association.

Drawing autism

Drawing autism is a beautiful book that serves to educate and inspire those who know someone on the spectrum. An overview of ASD is provided in the introduction and interviews with the artists help us understand the depth of feeling portrayed in the art.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

The United States of Autism

Planning a road trip this summer? In the video, The United States of Autism, a family takes an 11,000 mile, 40 day, cross-country road trip to interview families whose lives are affected by autism. Emotional and moving, this film shows how families across the country and across cultures are coping, or not, with their children's autism.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

The puberty video for boys with asperger syndrome

The Puberty Video for Boys with Asperger Syndrome (and Autism Spectrum Disorder - Level 1) is narrated by a young man with Asperger Syndrome and a neurotypical female co-host and features anatomical drawings and animation. It describes how male and female bodies change during puberty and how to deal with these changes (and urges) in appropriate ways that avoid social, ethical, and legal pitfalls. Information about intercourse, periods, pregnancy, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, and more are also included.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu.

Mobile App Monday - Termotic

Looking for a fun app that helps teach basic emotions? Termotic not only does that but it also teaches users about the intensity levels that can accompany them. The app also lets users create a personal diary about their own emotions easily and intuitively.

Want to learn more? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/termotic/id832651985?mt=8

Respite providers listing

Respite services provide families with temporary relief from the sometimes 24 hour a day job of supervising and supporting a person with a disability. Respite is an option for any child, adolescent, or adult with disabilities. Respite services can provide relief and can help all family members feel energized, including the person with a disability who spends time with trained personnel.

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has put together a listing of respite providers. To see the entire list, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=553

Mobile App Monday - Functional Planning System

Know someone who needs visual cues to help stay on track? Functional Planning System can help. Utilizing the power of video modeling, the Functional Planning System can be used to plan out a user’s entire day. Alarms can be set and even made to be recurring for daily tasks.

Want more information? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/functional-planning-system/id483580902?mt=8

A Conversation with Eustacia Cutler

Join Dr. Cathy Pratt, Director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, as she talks with Eustacia Cutler, Temple Grandin’s mother, on issues related to building educational infrastructures for students on the Autism Spectrum. This free webinar will be held on Friday, May 16, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern or 10:00 a.m. Pacific time.

Conversations with Eustacia Cutler focus on discussions with selected autism experts around a variety of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorders. The webinar is 45 minutes in length with 15 minutes dedicated for questions. To register, please visit:
https://tgec.ilinc.com/perl/ilinc/lms/event.pl

Mobile App Monday - storysmart1: Trudy Goes to the Beach - Social Language Skills

Just in time for summer comes an app to help children with sensory issues adjust to the different sights, sounds, and smells at the beach.

"Trudy is taking a beach trip with her family. Can she make expected choices when her sensory system is overloaded and she’s on a different schedule? What if things don’t go her way? She needs your help to make smart and safe choices!"

To learn more about this app, please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/storysmart1-trudy-goes-to/id621385025?mt=8

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Save the Date -- ADOS 2  Workshop
Presented by:  Pamela DiLavore, Ph.D., Assistant Director, Chapel Hill TEACCH Center
Date:  September 9 & 10, 2014 -- A Two Day Workshop
Location:  Indianapolis area
Details released soon at: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=32

TEACCH 5-Day Classroom Training Program
Presented by:  Catherine Davies, IRCA and registered TEACCH Certified Advanced Consultant and Lee Marcus, Ph.D., TEACCH program at University of North Carolina.
Dates:  June 16-20, 2014
Location:  Ellettsville, IN (near Bloomington, IN)
Registration and additional  information at: http://bit.ly/1hewjBf

Webinar:  Shared Concern and Shared Expertise: Building Education Infrastructure for Students on the Autism Spectrum
Speakers:  Eustacia Cutler and Cathy Pratt Ph.D., BCBA-D
Friday, May 16, 2014 - 1:00 Eastern
Register at:  https://tgec.ilinc.com/perl/ilinc/lms/event.pl


Also
45th Annual Autism Society National Conference
Dates:  July 23-26, 2014
Location:  Indianapolis, IN
Register and more information at:  http://www.autism-society.org/get-involved/conference/