The Southeast Regional Consortium and AUCD Presents: Bullying and Ostracism in Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

The Southeast Regional Consortium and AUCD Presents: Bullying and Ostracism in Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN)

Wednesday, February 20, 2013- Wednesday, February 20, 2013
2:00pm EST - 3:00pm EST
Location: webinar

Webinar Objectives

1. Define and distinguish four types of bullying
2. Understand the impact of bullying and ostracism on both the target and the perpetrator
3. Identify groups which are at higher risk for bullying and ostracism, including CYSHCN
4. Understand the role of pediatric health care professionals in detecting and intervening with bullying and ostracism

Webinar Description

This webinar is designed to update health care professionals in the latest definitions of bullying and ostracism and recent empirical findings about their impact. The primary focus is on the disproportionate rates of bullying and ostracism reported by CYSHCN. Tools for screening in pediatric specialty care or primary care clinics will be introduced along with suggestions for prevention and intervention efforts that may be within the capacity of busy health care professionals.

Speaker

After receiving her BA in Psychology from Colorado College in 1977, Dr. Conway Saylor completed her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Virginia Tech and her internship in Clinical Child/Pediatric Psychology at Chicago's Children's Memorial Hospital in 1982. After a decade of producing three children, diverse clinical programs, and pediatric research at Medical University of South Carolina, she moved to The Citadel where she has been a Professor of Psychology and now is Director of Service Learning. She has published more than 70 articles and book chapters in clinical child/pediatric areas and has been the recipient of numerous awards including The Distinguished Service Award from the Society of Pediatric Psychology and the 2012 Professor of the Year award from the state of South Carolina. Dr. Saylor, in collaboration with colleagues in schools and MUSC's Pediatric Department, has been engaged in a seven year program of research about bullying and ostracism in youth with special needs which will inform the webinar.

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Including Disabled Students In Sports

A Map For Including Disabled Students In Sports

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — After a tough 5-1 loss, Jordan Anderson was sweaty, short of breath and sorry he hadn't played stronger defense during the floor hockey game at Humboldt High. He resolved to improve next time."I can get the puck out of my team's end better," he said.The junior with epilepsy and a developmental disability spends a lot time in the gym. He plays soccer in the fall, floor hockey in the winter and softball and bowling in the spring.As the federal government pushes schools to include more students like Anderson in sports, Minnesota offers a map for how to do it and a look at the challenges that come along the way.What started 40 years ago as a game of wheelchair floor hockey among friends has grown into a thriving statewide league that offers four sports. Disabled students can earn letters and win state championships.

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Sensory Integration Assistive Technology Training

DoE and Autism Society Autism Trainings

Sensory Integration

February 20, 2013
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

How to Help your Child with Sensory Processing Disorder.

Please register for workshops at the SC Autism Society Webpage

Location: 806 12th Street
West Columbia, SC 29169
(800) 438-4790

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Strategies to Incorporate the Voices of People with Significant Disabilities in UCEDD Information-Gathering and Operations

Thursday, February 14, 2013
4:00pmET - 5:00pmET
Location: webinar

UCEDDs across the country conduct needs assessments and other information gathering to inform and evaluate their work. Hearing from people with diverse abilities across their states is crucial for UCEDDs to pursue activities responsive to the needs of all people with disabilities and families. This webinar will present strategies for more inclusive evaluations and assessments from a UCEDD implementing these strategies. The webinar will also include a presentation on the values and tools from person-centered planning that may inform inclusive  information-gathering.

Presenters

• Shelly Dumas, PhD: Director of Community Education, Texas Center for Disability Studies at the University of Texas at Austin
• Dawn Machonis, LPS, CSAC: Program Specialist- Community Support, Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University
• Dana Yarbrough, MS: Community Support Specialist, Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University
• Jack Brandt, BA: Disability Policy Specialist, Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University

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Shortage Of Brain Tissue Hinders Autism Research

Research on autism is being hobbled by a shortage of brain tissue.

The brain tissue comes from people with autism who have died, and it has allowed researchers to make key discoveries about how the disorder affects brain development.

But there's not nearly enough tissue because most potential donors aren't identified, and their family members are never approached about the possibility of donation. The shortage has been especially bad since last summer, when a freezer at a Harvard brain bank failed  allowing dozens of autistic brains to thaw.

This is the story of three people who are grappling with the shortage: one is a man who has autism, one is a scientist who studies the disorder, and one runs a tissue bank.

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A Life Defined Not By Disability, But Love

When Bonnie Brown was pregnant with her daughter, Myra, she says she felt a mix of joy and anxiety.  "I hadn't ever been pregnant before," she says. "I never had really an idea of how to take care of a baby."  Brown, who is intellectually disabled, works at Wendy's while raising     Myra as a single mom. Despite her disability, she says she never felt like her daughter was too much to handle. "I think because I'm different it might seem hard for me, but I was going to give it all I got no matter what," she tells Myra, now 15, during a visit to StoryCorps.

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Assistive Technology Resources for Math and Science

Assistive Technology Resources for Math and Science

February 20, 2013 - 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Assistive technology is needed for all parts of the curriculum and, in this workshop, resources will be shared that can help in the areas of math and science.  Many of these resources can be used in conjunction with interactive white boards. Some of the programs we will focus on are online calculators, interactive websites, and programs that will motivate students in these areas. iPad apps that have been shown to be successful for students who need help with math and science will be demonstrated. 

All trainings are located at:
Pee-Dee Education Center
520 Francis Marion Road
Florence, SC 29506
843-661-1815

Please register for workshops by e-mailing Valeska Gioia atvgioia@ed.sc.gov.

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YMCA Valentine Ball

THEY'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE DANCE

Fathers, take your daughters by the hand, and mothers, guide your sons to the dance floor.  The 2013 Spectrum Ball is a night of dancing and celebration for families living with someone on the Autism spectrum.  It's a fun, safe, and sensory-appropriate dance.

What

2013 Spectrum Ball

When

Saturday, February 23, 6:30 - 9:00 pm

Where

The YMCA Adams Mill Program Center Gym/Ballroom

100 Adams Mill Road, Simpsonville

Who's Invited

Father/daughter couples, mother/son couples, or entire families.

Dress

Semi-formal (or whatever you choose!)

Activities include:

A Rocking DJ ... and a Square dance!

Snacks -- including a Chocolate fountain

Family photos -- professionally done

...and more!

Cost

$15 per couple or $25 per family (scholarships available).  Fees paid at the door on February 23rd.

For more information

Contact Greg McKee at 864-963-3608 x 24 or gmckee@ymcagreenville.org

Click here to register online.

If you are interested in volunteering to help with food, activities, decorations, etc., please email Susan at SusanL@scautism.org

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An Evening of Hopes and Dreams

an Evening of Hopes & Dreams

a Gala and Auction to Benefit Family Connection of SC

The Hall at Senate's End, Columbia, SC

Sunday, April 28, 2013

6pm

For more information on sponsorship opportunities or 

to donate auction items, please contact 

(803) 252-0914, 

info@familyconnectionsc.org or 

visit www.FamilyConnectionSC.org

All proceeds to benefit Family Connection of South Carolina

Making Connections for Children with Special Healthcare Needs

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Southeast ada Center Webinar

Business Webinar Series: Building Inclusion through Creative Hiring and Collaboration

Thursday, February 21, 2013
2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. EST

Cost: Free

Where:

Online/Web-based

Sponsored By:

ADA National Network, AAPD, USBLN, CSAVR-NET, Southeast TACE, and the Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University

Description:

This webinar will provide the elements needed to create a workforce that intentionally includes people with disabilities. These elements are applicable for large corporations as well as small businesses. Learning Objectives: * Awareness of the data that demonstrates the business case for disability inclusion * Understand key steps involved in launching a new hiring initiative * Understand how to create and manage relationships with community entities that can assist in recruitment, training and retention efforts

Registration:

Deadline to Register - February 20, 2013

The webinar is free, but advance registration is required. Continuing Education: CEU and CRCC Credit will be available pending approval. For more information and to register, go to http://adasoutheast.org/webinars/eventTemplate.php?eventid=535.

Contact For More Information:

Southeast ADA Center
Phone: 404-541-9001 (voice)
Email: ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu
Web: Webinar Series for Business
http://adasoutheast.org/webinars/eventTemplate.php?eventid=535

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Autism Society Lego Club

Lego Club

Lego Club meets at 4:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at Family Connection of SC  2712 Middleburg Drive 103-B Columbia SC  29204  This is a social group for children with Aspergers, Autism, or any other learning differences.  For any information, please contact Stephie Bridgers at Stephanie@scautism.org or StephanieBridgers@familyconnectionsc.org

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Moms Celebrate the Accomplishments of their Babies with Down Syndrome

By JOEY HOLLEMAN - jholleman@thestate.com
COLUMBIA, SC — With 19 babies younger than 2 crowded into the living room, kitchen and dining room of Fatina Clark’s West Columbia home, the noise reverberates off the walls. It isn’t the sound of children, however. They contribute only an occasional squeal of excitement. It’s the moms making the commotion, talking one-on-one or in small groups. Like many large play groups for infants, this is really a mom support group. And more than most such groups, these moms need to share their experiences with each other. Each of the children in the group has Down syndrome. The moms at the play group spend equal time comparing notes on physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists and insurance plans. Most of the moms had never been around a Down syndrome child before they had one. Now they craved interacting with others facing the same challenges. The play group has helped her realize how many other parents had similar, often unfounded, fears. (Many Down syndrome children, for instance, are so outgoing they feel like everyone is their best friend.) The group first met nearly a year ago, forming relationships at physical therapy sessions or getting in touch through Family Connections of South Carolina, which provides support for families of children with special needs. Some met during last year’s Buddy Walk, a fundraising event for the National Down Syndrome Society. Now they all share photos and insights through social media.

If you have a Down syndrome child younger than 2 and would like to join the play group, email Fatina Clark at clarkfaw@yahoo.com.

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SC LEND Conference

Don't miss this up coming conference! 

South Carolina Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (SC LEND)

Nurturing Developing Minds Conference

Date: Friday, February 22, 2013
Time: All Day!
Location: Greenville Hospital System
Details: Coming Soon!

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