Damar hosts 2010 Autism Family Training Series

When: One Saturday each month from February 13 - August 14, 2010.

Where: Damar Services, Inc. at 6067 Decatur Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46241

Cost: $70 for the seven-session series or $15 per session. Fee includes registration and meals for two (2) people.

To register by phone: Call Kristin Harmon at 317-856-5201 ext. 178.

To register by fax: Fax registration form and credit card information to:
Damar Services, Inc.
317-856-2333
ATTN: Autism Family Training Series

To register by mail: Mail registration form and your check, money order or credit card information to:
Damar Services, Inc.
6067 Decatur Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46241

For more information: Kristin Harmon at 317-856-8201 ext. 178 or kristinh@damar.org

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Workshop Schedule

Session 1:
Introduction to Behavior Supports
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Get basic information about autism spectrum disorders, including facts vs. myths, what the latest research reveals and best practices related to children with autism. Explore the functions of behavior (“Why is my child doing these things?”) and how to conduct Functional Behavior Assessments. Learn how to identify appropriate reinforcers for your child and how to use them to promote positive behaviors.

Session 2:
Behavior Modification
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Find out everything you need to know about prompting, fading and shaping and how to use these tools to encourage independent behavior in your child. Discover the most effective ways to conduct a task analysis and how to simplify tasks for your child through the forward and backward chain modeling.

Session 3:
Alternative Communication
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Learn how to identify the best times to introduce new communication techniques to your child and how to teach a variety of alternative communication skills, including sign language, picture exchange communication and augmentative alternative communication devices. Create visual schedules and social stories that are appropriate for your child and discover how these tools can help you encourage your child to effectively communicate his/her specific wants and needs.

Session 4:
Sensory Needs and Leisure Activities
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Explore how sensory issues can impact your child's everyday functioning. Learn about the most common sensory needs of children with autism, how to identify your child’s specific sensory needs and effective, low-cost techniques for integrating sensory stimulation in recreational and leisure activities at home and in the community.

Session 5:
Autism & the Family Dynamic
Saturday, June 12, 2010
This session will explore the effect that autism can have on every member of the family. Additionally, participants will learn about specific supports for caregivers, siblings and other extended family members.

Session 6:
IDEA Law & Individual Education Plans
Saturday, July 10, 2009
Learn about the most common sensory, social and communication challenges children with autism face in Learn about the most common sensory, social and communication challenges children with autism face in school settings and how you can have a positive impact on your child’s academic success. Discover everything you need to know about school services for children with autism, effective techniques for accessing programs, the most common school – related challenges many parents face and techniques for overcoming them.

Session 7:
School Systems IEPs
Saturday, August 14, 2010
This session will further discuss school issues, such as services provided and how to improve school performance. It will also cover sensory, social and communication needs that may arise and school and how to address them.