Family Connection of SC: Roadmap to Success

Family Connection of SC, fueled by parents and professionals who care for children and adults with special healthcare needs has created a 'Roadmap to Success'.  

To access the roadmap and find information and resources please visit: http://www.familyconnectionsc.org/resource-roadmap.html

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Fundable is next week!

Order tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundable-2014-tickets-12693381245?invite=&err=29&referrer=&discount=&affiliate=&eventpassword= 

EASI - Two Free Webinars - Web Conferencing and Blackboard Collaborate

EASI Webinar Exploring Blackboard Collaborate Accessibility Features is a package of 2 free EASI Webinars:

•  Tuesday, November 4: Introduction to Web Conferencing
•  Tuesday, November 11: Experiencing Blackboard Collaborate First-hand Webinar 1: Introduction to Web Conferencing

Introduction to Web Conferencing

 Tuesday Nov. 4 at 11 Pacific, noon Mountain, 1 Central and 2 PM Eastern (all standard times)  

Presenter: Norm Coombs

Web conferencing systems are complex and powerful. This introduction will outline these features and discuss the issues each creates for accessibility. A significant aspect of accessibility frequently depends on the presenter. The particular features the presenter selects and the way the presenter makes use of them all become part of their accessibility or inaccessibility. This introduction Webinar is intended as background for the Webinar on Nov. 11. That Webinar will actually be using Blackboard Collaborate, and this Webinar will help you be sure your computer is configured for that experience.

The Accessibility of Blackboard Collaborate

Tuesday Nov. 11 at 11 Pacific, Noon Mountain, 1 Central and 2 Eastern STANDARD TIMES 

Presenters: David Hastie, Director Product Management, Blackboard Collaborate and Connect and Hadi Rangin from the University of Washington 

This Webinar will explain and demonstrate the accessibility of Blackboard Collaborate. Participants will hear about its features and be able to actually experience them as the Webinar is being held in Blackboard Collaborate.

To register for either or both parts of this 2-part package, go to:

http://easi.cc/clinic.htm#november

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Dr Temple Grandin - Future Horizons Autism Conference

Dr. Temple Grandin, is a world-renowned scientist and author affected by autism who often discusses the challenges she has faced and offers dynamic ideas on how others dealing with autism can meet these obstacles and improve the quality of their lives. Dr. Temple Grandin will be speaking at the upcoming Future Horizons autism conference in Roswell, GA on Wednesday, November 12, at Area 51 Family Entertainment. 

Throughout the conference there will be excellent resources available, as well as extensive networking opportunities with other parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals within the various ASD/SPD-related communities.

Future Horizons is offering a 10 percent discount off of their regular conference prices for this conference (use code TGCONF when registering). 

For more information about the conference, CEUs, to register, etc., you can visit Future Horizons' website at www.fhautism.com or call them at 800-489-0727.

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Able South Carolina: Parenting with a Disability

To view the videos please visit: http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=c86fb5ede9ea4a8329ed696f6&id=9dd7ba98ba&e=77f2bea8ce

Upcoming videos include 'What you need to know about medical examinations and sexuality'

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Genetic Change in Autism Related Gene Identified

A new study from Bradley Hospital has identified a genetic change in a recently identified autism-associated gene, which may provide further insight into the causes of autism. The study, now published online in the Journal of Medical Genetics, presents findings that likely represent a definitive clinical marker for some patients' developmental disabilities.

"Genetic testing is a very powerful diagnostic tool for individuals with developmental delay," said Eric Morrow, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Developmental Disorder Genetics Research Program at Bradley Hospital and lead author of the study. "Through genetic testing, which is available to some in the clinical setting as well as in research, a medical diagnosis is possible for a large subset of patients."

To learn more please visit: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140828170007.htm

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

29th Annual Zero to Three's National Training Institute

The NTI is carefully developed to meet the learning and networking needs of those working with infants and toddlers in Early Childhood Education, Early Intervention, Mental Health, Early Head Start, Child Welfare, Parent Education, and Pediatrics.   NTI’s variety of programming allows you to design your own professional development experience by crafting an NTI agenda that meets your specific needs. Be informed and enriched by the NTI’s five general sessions, 72 breakout sessions, interactive Pre-Institutes, issue intensives, and a multitude of networking and other continuing education experiences. 
Regular Registration Rate Deadline is October 31. Register Now and Save.
For additional information, go here: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1554362
To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

7th Annual Run for Thought 5K Trail Run and 1 Mile Walk/Roll

Have you registered for our 7th Annual Run for Thought 5k Trail Run and 1 Mile Walk/Roll yet?

We are only 2.5 weeks away from the 7th Annual Run for Thought (Saturday, November 8, 2014)! Have you registered yet? Don't forget to register by this Friday, October 24th to be guaranteed a race t-shirt!

With your help, the BIASC will be able to:

-Continue prevention programs such as Heads Up! SC!, a concussion education program, and ThinkFirst, and injury prevention program.

-Provide financial support to nine brain injury support groups throughout SC through stipends, which help send group members to workshops, webinars, social outings and more.

-Provide an annual statewide brain injury conference that is a forum for the exchange of information on programs, services, and resources for brain injury survivors, caregivers and professionals.

-Print bi-annual newsletters and other print material that is sent to over 2,000 survivors, caregivers and professionals. Individuals depend on this information to learn more about brain injury, make informed decisions, and gain peer support.

Click here to go to our event website. On our event website, you can register to run or walk, create a fundraising page, and become a sponsor! 

Please contact our office at 803.731.9823 or 1.877.TBI.FACT if you have any questions. 

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP)

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2014 

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location:
South Carolina Assistive Technology Program
Collaborative Training Center8301 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC  29203
Cost: $85 
(50% discount is available for parents and students)

Description: Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP) is an augmentative 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

To register for this workshop please visit: Center for AAC and Autism LAMP workshop registration page

To access the CDR library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) will be hosting twelve public meetings.  They are traveling to many areas of the state to provide you with information about the new Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Rule and giving you the opportunity to ask questions and provide input to how this will look for South Carolina.  If you receive Home and Community Based Waiver Services or are on a waiting list make sure you are at one of these meetings.  SCDHHS wants your opinion on how to improve services in South Carolina.

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.

2nd Annual Fundable

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundable-2014-tickets-12693381245

To access the CDR Library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp

Expect. Employ. Empower! Job Fair October 21

To access the CDR library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp 

Parkinsons Disease Southern Symposium, Upstate SC

www.pdsummit.org

To access the CDR library: http://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.asp