Putting LAMP to Work: AAC Strategies for Promoting the Development of Communication for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Putting LAMP to Work: 

AAC Strategies for Promoting the Development of Communication for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Date: November 7, 2013 
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM 
Location:
Collaborative Training Center
8301 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Cost: $79*

Please be in training room before starting time!

Presenter: John D. Halloran, M.S., CCC-SLP

Description: Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP) is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) approach designed to give individuals who are non-verbal or have limited verbal abilities a method of independently and spontaneously expressing themselves through the use of a voice output communication device. LAMP was initially developed to give non-verbal individuals with autism a means of communication but can be adapted to benefit individuals with a variety of disabilities.

The components of LAMP address the features and vocabulary available on the device as well as the method of teaching communication while taking into account the individual’s sensory needs.

Topics to be covered include:

The 5 components of LAMP: readiness to learn, joint engagement, and pairing a unique and consistent motor plan with auditory output and a natural response
The role of motor learning in language development and AAC fluency
Device features that support implementation
Choosing and teaching vocabulary
Introduction to the Words for Life AAC iPad app and  vocabulary file for PRC devices
This program is offered for 0.5 CEUs. ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

Registration: For more information or to register, visit: http://www.aacandautism.com/trng/index.php?action=view&id=QZAP5A04YU3S

*A 50% discount is available for parents and students. Email susan@aacandautism.com to register.
Continuing Education: Prentke Romich Company, along with the Center for AAC and Autism, is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech Language Hearing Association to provide continuing education activities in speech language pathology and audiology.

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Tobii Products Mini-Workshop

Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Time: 9:00am -11:00am
Location:
Poplar Conference Room
Midlands Center, 8301 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC

Presenter: Wayne Jones ll, Regional Sales Consultant, Tobii Technology

Description:
Learn about Tobii’s newest communication products, the Tobii I-Series and the Tobii Tablet. This workshop will provide an overview of the features and design of the New Tobii I-Series and Tobii Tablet. The I-Series devices let you take and share photos, surf the web, play games, access regular computer applications and control the environment around you. These are the most advanced purpose-built speech-generating device for those with communications challenges.

Space is limited to 15 participants. 

Cost:  Free, but pre-registration is required.

To register for this workshop:

• Complete the Tobii Products Mini Workshop online registration form.
• For questions, call Will McCain at (803) 935-5004 or Lydia Durham at (803) 935-5263 or 800-915-4522.

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Creative Funding Ideas for Assistive Technology Web Training

Creative Funding Ideas for Assistive Technology

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

10:30 AM Pacific, 1:30 PM Eastern

This ATNetwork.org webinar will address funding. "When a person has a disability, many times assistive technology can make the difference between reliance and independent living. Covering the cost of the necessary equipment often times proves to be too costly. Attend this webinar to learn about various alternative funding strategies for assistive technology and how to work with people with disabilities to achieve their goals. We will explore community funding opportunities, how to use Internet-based funding websites effectively, such as Kickstarter and IndieGoGo, and how to tap into personal financial resources and support networks. Through the use of these resources, you will be able to build successful strategies for funding assistive technology."

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ProParents Workshop

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Workshop

Clarendon County DSS Office

3 South Church Street

Manning, SC

10/31/2013

5:00pm-7:00pm

Contact: Kim Preston, PRO-Parents

Region 1 Education Coordinator

To Register call 1-800-759-4776 or 803-772-5688

Transition Into Special Education – Moving from IFSP to IEP Workshop

Sponsored by Berkeley FPA

Berkeley Electric Co-Op

551 Rembert C. Dennis Blvd

Moncks Corner, SC

11/02/2013

10:00am-12:00pm

Contact: Kim Preston, PRO-Parents

Region 1 Education Coordinator

To Register call 1-800-759-4776 or 803-772-5688

ADD/ADHd Workshop

Clarendon County Disability and Special Needs Board

312 Pine Street

Manning, SC

11/13/2013

1:00pm-3:00pm

Contact: Kim Preston, PRO-Parents

Region 1 Education Coordinator

To Register call 1-800-759-4776 or 803-772-5688

Positive Behavior Interventions (PBI) Workshop

Beaufort County School Parent/Community REACH Center

Robert Smalls Middle School

43 W.K. Alston Road, Room J-1

Beaufort, SC

11/14/2013

6:00pm-8:00pm

Contact: Kim Preston, PRO-Parents

Region 1 Education Coordinator

To Register call 1-800-759-4776 or 803-772-5688

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BIASC's 2013 Run for Thought!

The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina is only 2 and a half weeks away from their 6th Annual Run for thought. Have you registered yet?

Race Details:
Saturday, November 9th 2013
Conestee Park, 840 Maudlin Road, Greenville SC
Start Time: 9:00 am
Cost: Adults - $25, Brain Injury survivors - $15, Students -$15


There are many ways to show support, to learn more on how you can show your support, please visit the website www.biausa.org/SC/ or contact 877-824-3228

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Assistive Technology and the Workplace

Individuals with disabilities can learn the latest about assistive technology for successful employment.

Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Time: 2:00—4:00 p.m.

Location: 

Able South Carolina

136 Stonemark Lane, Suite 100

Columbia, South Carolina 29210

Cost: Free

Registration: To attend the training and request accommodations, please contact Dori Tempio at

(803) 779-5121, TTY- (803) 779-0949, or by e-mail at dtempio@able-sc.org.

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Brain Injury Association of South Carolina Fall 2013 Newsletter

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Techniques and Tips for Serving Children with the Most Significant Needs

FREE Professional Development

October 29, 2013 11:00am CST - 45 minutes
Title: Techniques and Tips for Serving Children with the Most Significant Needs
Category: Assistive Technology
Presenter: Padmaja Sarathy MA, Author and Educational Consultant
Cost: FREE
Visit www.ablenetinc.com/au for more details.

When	Tue Oct 29, 2013 11am – 12pm Central Time
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The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department Newsletter

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department Newsletter

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department provides an individualized array of services to help people with disabilities find employment. Many of our clients are highly motivated but need help developing work skills. After eligibility is established, each client participates in an assessment to determine which vocational rehabilitation services are needed to help the client prepare for employment.

The client is totally involved in the development of an Individualized Plan for Employment tailored to his or her abilities and interests.

Clients participate fully in all decisions made during the course of their rehabilitation.

More than 400 businesses and industries statewide work with SCVRDto prepare our clients for the workplace and hundreds more take advantage of their skills when they are ready.

Clients in our area offices and work training centers learn work skills and behaviors while performing contract work for local businesses. The businesses receive quality work at a reasonable cost while the clients improve their employability. When the clients are job-ready, employers look to SCVRD for job candidates who are trained in a wide variety of skills and have learned good work habits.


These new workers become taxpaying citizens, proud of what they have achieved and building fulfilling lives for themselves and their families.

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AUCD 2013: Promoting Inclusion in an Increasingly Diverse World

AUCD 2013: Promoting Inclusion in an Increasingly Diverse World

This year's AUCD Conference theme promotes our network values of inclusion of all persons with developmental and other disabilities in community life and engages the network in conversation and practices to ensure our work reflects the changing cultural and linguistic landscape in our Centers and States.

Conference Registration - Deadline 11/01

Winning Early Birds are getting their conference registration fees reimbursed, but it's not too late for you to register! Deadline is 11/01 - don't miss this opportunity to learn and network!

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13th Annual Autism Conference: Autism - Advances in Research and Services Network Event

13th Annual Autism Conference: Autism - Advances in Research and Services

Thursday, October 24, 2013- Friday, October 25, 2013
Location: Timonium, MD 

  http://www.cvent.com/events/13th-annual-autism-conference/event-summary-9f563f4617824ce9ba2c3161f0b338db.aspx

Hosted 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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Putting LAMP to Work: AAC Strategies for Promoting the Development of Communication for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

                              










Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP) is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) approach designed to give individuals who are non-verbal or have limited verbal abilities a method of independently and spontaneously expressing themselves through the use of a voice output communication device. LAMP was initially developed to give non-verbal individuals with autism a means of communication but can be adapted to benefit individuals with a variety of disabilities.

Topics to be covered include:
•The 5 components of LAMP: readiness to learn, joint engagement, and pairing a unique and consistent motor plan with auditory output and a natural response
•The role of motor learning in language development and AAC fluency
•Device features that support implementation
•Choosing and teaching vocabulary
•Introduction to the Words for Life AAC iPad app and  vocabulary file for PRC devices

Date: November 7, 2013
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborative Training Center, 8301 Farrow Road. Columbia, SC 29203
Cost: $79* A 50% discount is available for parents and students.

Email susan@aacandautism.com to register.

For more information or to register, visit: http://www.aacandautism.com/trng/index.php?action=view&id=QZAP5A04YU3S

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