The ABLE Center is pleased to host a free online webinar. Kim Pomares, Developer of Mendability, and Dr. Jennifer Huffman, Developmental Neuropsychologist/Owner of The ABLE Center, will present a free webinar entitled, "How to use smell and touch to prime your child's brain for therapy." 

For those of you close to The ABLE Center, Anne Totheroh, SLP, and Dr. Huffman will be in clinic to discuss aromatherapy and sensory enrichment with children with autism spectrum. Space in clinic is limited; therefore, please RSVP to ensure availability. 

Click on the link below to register for this free webinar.

http://webinarjam.net/webinar/go/2868/18514985b3.

Other webinars:

llinois Autism Training and Technical assistance Project

March 21

Behavior Series, part 3:  Change the Environment, Change the Behavior

Parents will learn the skills such as sensory modulation controls, rewards, visuals, environmental organizations to reinforce, stop or deter their child's behavior.

4:30pm -6:30pm

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March 22

Transitions Happen Every Year

Each year our children transition. Those transitions may include new team members, new buildings, and new environments.   This session will explain how to utilize a variety of tools to help smooth the yearly transitions.

10:00am -12:00 noon

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April 2

Autism’s Seven Considerations for Your Child’s IEP

The 7 Autism Considerations, part of the IL School Code, should be included in all IEPs.   This session will discuss the language, what is included and how to collaborate with the school team to include in your annual IEP.

4:00pm -6:00pm

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April 5

How To Plan A Person Centered IEP – Discussion

Review of the changes made in regards to the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and how these changes may affect the education of person with ASD.

10:00am -12:00 noon

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April 9

Behavior Module 1: Why Do They Do That?

Understand what behavior is, the possible causes and responses to your child's behaviors in the home.

4:00pm – 6:00pm

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April 10

Independence In the Home

When systems are established they help motivate, create structure and enables your person with ASD to be successful.  

11:00am – 1:00pm

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April 16

More Than A Label: Autism Basics One Parent to Another

 This interactive discussion is reflective of the challenges, fears and dreams of raising a person with ASD.  A panel of parents will be sharing their top strategies and tips.

6:00pm – 8:00pm

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April 18

DSM-V & What That Means to Autism

Review of the changes made In regards to the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and how these changes may affect the education of persons with ASD.

11:00am – 1:00pm

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April 23

Behavior Module Part 2: Breaking the Behavior Cycle

Learn the impact of our behaviors reinforce, contribute, reshape and can prevent your child's behavior.   Skills presented: positive reinforcement, ignoring, reinforcement and clear communication help to reinforce, stop or deter your child's behavior and other techniques

4:00pm – 6:00pm

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April 26 When Do You Tell Them About Their Diagnosis? Determining when and if to tell your child they have Autism is tricky.  Knowing your child ,who can help support you, and tips to prepare when the time does come is important for parents. 10:00am – 12:00 noon Click Here

 

Free Webinars