Sun 12th Dec: The Ummeed Walk || Sat 18th Dec : Workshop on handling Behavioral Issues
Two mailers in this mail:-
1] Sunday 12th Dec 2010 – Walk organized by Ummeed
2] Saturday 18th Dec 2010 – Workshop on handling Behavioral Issues
Hello friends,
Some of you wanted to join us for the marathon in Jan...this is an opportunity before that, a short walk on Marine drive if you are interested and keen. Please come join us on Sunday evening at 4.30 on Marine Drive to support Ummeed. Please come with your children and families to help us raise awareness.....register yourself for your t-shirt..Please see the link below..
Cheers!
Chitra
KIndly Give Your Confirmations to Chitra
Dear Friends
All of you addressed in this email have been connected with Ummeed, some of you in multiple ways, for a long time. This invite is a personal one from me to friends and colleagues who I know will want to join us on Sunday Dec 12th at 4.30 on Marine Drive for the annual Ummeed Walk. Below and attached is the formal invite for the walk. It's our way of building awareness about Disabilites, and to create an occasion for the Ummeed Family to get together Do come, I really look forward to seeing all of you therelove Vibha
Vibha Krishnamurthy
Medical Director
Ummeed Child Development Center
1 B, 1/62, Ground Floor, Mantri Pride
N.M. Joshi Marg, Lower Parel
Mumbai 400 011
Dear All,
On Sunday 12 December 2010, as the sun comes close to setting over the Mumbai skyline, a large group will walk along the sea strip of Marine Drive to raise awareness about a little-known area of childhood development: developmental disabilities. We at Ummeed invite you to be a part of this inspirational event.
The Ummeed Walk is a key event for Ummeed. We use it as a way to build community, raise awareness and raise funds. It is an extremely energizing experience for the Ummeed staff, our patients, their parents and our numerous supporters to see everyone turn out in such large numbers to support Ummeed.
This year, we would like the walk to be even bigger and better and we hope that we have your support.
Here’s what you can do:
· Spread the Word among your family and friends and make sure they show up for the walk. Ask them to spread the word further so we can add a lot of new members to the Ummeed family.
· Bring your Kids so the Ummeed Walk becomes a family day out
· Sport the Ummeed T-shirt.
· Confirm your presence by emailing ummeedwalk@gmail.com
The Ummeed Walk takes place on Sunday 12 December 2010 at 4.30pm. Please gather opposite NCPA at Nariman Point. We will walk till the Princess Street flyover and back to NCPA.
Looking forward to seeing you in large numbers at the Ummeed Walk!
Ummeed Child Development Center, Mantri Pride, 1-B, 1/62, N.M. Joshi Marg, Subhash Nagar, Near Chinchpokli Station, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400011.
Tel : 65528310/65564054 ,http://www.ummeed.org
2] Forum For Autism : Workshop on Saturday 18th Dec 2010.
Saturday the 18th of December 2010
Dr. Harish Shetty
Ms. Merry Barua
Handling Behavioral issues of kids in the autism spectrum, of age 10+.
in association with
The Manav Seva Sangh Trust, Sion, Mumbai
Last date for registration : 13th December 2010
Parent fee: Rs. 300
Professionals fee : Rs. 500
Couple fees :Rs 500
Spot registration charges
Parent fee: Rs. 500
Professionals fee : Rs. 700
Couplefees:Rs. 900
This workshop is for parents of children with autism above the age of 10. Professionals working with older children with autism will immensely benefit also.
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Friday, December 31, 2010
Workshops on 3rd Jan Fragile X, 23rd Jan Personailty devpt, 30th Jan Sex Education in Mumbai and Sensory Integration by Carol Kranovitz in Bangalore, 11&12th Sankalp Sports Carnival
Dear Members,
For all Forum For Autism members please find details of workshops in the month of January...totally 5 programs
(1st)
It’s time to mark your calendars. The Fragile X Society has invited the Developmental Fx team from Denver USA to India for the first time. The team includes Tracy Stackhouse, MA, OTR, Occupational Therapist and Sarah (Mouse) Scharfenaker, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist. Each has over 20 years experience working with children with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism.
Date : 3rd January 2011
Time: 10 am – 5 pm including an hour lunch break and two tea breaks
Venue: Saisa, PJ club, Pali, Bandra East, Mumbai 400050
Fees: including lunch and refreshments.
Parents -Rs. 500/-
Professionals - Rs. 1000/-
This is an intensive training which is being conducted to empower everyone working with children with special needs including parents and professionals.
Topics:
Hyperarousal, Sensory Integration, the concept and use of a sensory diet, self regulation
Speech, language characteristics and treatment, communication,
Behaviour, Education, encouraging play,
Using visual supports to change your child’s life,
"Trans-disciplinary intervention approach for children with sensory processing difficulties”
We aim at dealing with issues which are confusing for parents and professionals dealing with the child.
Please call on any of the numbers given below for further details and to register.
Shalini Kedia-Chairperson
+ 91 98201 99092
+ 91 22666 42151
Ami Kothari- Sectretary
+91 9820028730
FRAGILE X SOCIETY - India
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(2)
FORUM FOR AUTISM
Presents
PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT THRU FUN FILLED GAMES & YOGA FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE AGE GROUP OF 10+
Name of Resource Person: Shailesh Shah- B.Com, ICWA
Profile of Resource Person: CEO of Mahavir Engineering Co. who undertakes turnkey contracts for pumping system. Mr. Shah had a thirst for finding who he was from within other than Shailesh the name given by his parents. To quench his thirst he undertook an inward journey to advance meditation techniques. This helped him tremendously to find himself & his innocence. This naturally led to his flowering & this workshop got designed with Ms Shubhangi, an ART OF LIVING teacher. He conducts meditation workshops with corporate & students.
Date & Time: 23rd Jan 2011, 9 am to 12noon
Venue: (tentative venue)
Cost: Rs 125/-
Max children in a batch: 30
Enrollment at FFA Library (in person or courier): Cheque in name of Forum for Autism.
PERSONALITY TRAITS WHICH WILL BE ENHANCED THRU GAMES, YOGA & FUN
v acceptance of themselves (Build a platform to love themselves) Thankfulness arises
v Self Trust in Heart
§ Body exercises, face massaging….
v Techniques of centering(internal awareness of doing the job on hand)
v Technique of witnessing
v Art of opening up & flowing out in Life
v Courage to open to the world
v Deautomization-loving what you are doing
v Adventurous life
NOTE: Last date for enrollment 10th January 2011
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(3rd)
Information regarding the workshop on Sex education ,aimed at educating the child with Autism.
1. All parents will have to attend the workshop along with the child
2. Current report of the child's capabilities, gender,age, knowledge about sex & which issues the parent wishes the child gain from the workshop should reach Ms Manjusha Sawant at , sawant_manjusha@rediffmail.com on or before 10th Jan 2011.
3. The workshop will be conducted by Ms Acchama,CEO BCG,Sp Educator, at BCS on 30th Jan 2011,9am to 11.30am
4. Only 15 children will be registered
5. Cost: Rs 200/
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(4th)
Hi!
We are looking forward to the International program in Jan 2011 at Bangalore. The links given below will take you to the details of the same.
http://www.fiveindia.com/index.php
http://www.childsupport.in/html/about_sensory_processing.html
1) ' The Other End of Autism' by TIMOTHY KOWALSKI
2) Sensory Processing Disorder' by CAROL KRANOWITZ
Date and Venue
The program is designed for teachers, parents & professionals
1 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
1 day program - The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program – The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
Venue: Bangalore – The Grand Magrath Hotel, #30, Magrath Road,
Bangalore 560025 (close to Garuda Mall )
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject ‘All 3 days’ to training@childsupport.in
Fees And Payment
Fee details
Program Options
Till January 20th 2010
Indian Participants International Participants
Spot Registration
Indian Participants International Participants
1 day Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim Rs 4250 USD 125 Rs 5000 USD 150
2 days Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim Rs 8250 USD 240 Rs 9500 USD 285
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject "All 3 days" to training@childsupport.in
Mode of payment:
Pay by Demand Draft: Please issue a DD in favor of "FIVE Incorporated" payable at Chennai, India.
Pay by cheque (only for Indian nationals): Please issue a cheque payable to ’FIVE Incorporated’ at Chennai. All cheques should reach us before the last date of offer. Registration will be approved only after clearing.
Online payment: Please Click Here to go to payment page
Please send all payments along with completed Registration form to
Mathew Easow, Director - FIVE Incorporated, 48/51, 1st Floor, 3rd Cross Street West, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai 600030, Tamil Nadu - INDIA
Pay by cash: You are welcome to pay by cash directly to Mathew Easow at the above address.
KINDLY NOTE:
Only Nationalized bank cheques/DD will be accepted due to time delay in clearing
All International payments have to be issued by Demand Draft OR online payment
For any further information please feel free to contact Mathew Easow on
Phone: (+91) 94440 70210
Email: training@childsupport.in
Please also forward this mail to all your contacts - teachers, parents, professionals in the field of child development.
Social Communication & Sensory issues
A child on 'The Other End of Autism Spectrum 'desires social interaction. He attempts to engage others but frequently uses socially inappropriate means to interact with others. He realizes something must be done. Read More
When I touch the orange, my eyes tell me it's an orange. I like the smell but not the feel. My mouth doesn't want to touch it, either. If it is put in my mouth I may get irritated at first. Then, if I can't get away from it, I begin to get annoyed. Then really annoyed, then aggravated, then upset, then angry! Read More
Please feel free to contact me for any further information.
Sincerely,
Mathew Easow
(+91) 94440 70210
www.fiveindia.com
Featured Article
Academics and Sensory Processing
Links
www.fiveindia.com
www.childsupport.in
http://blog.childsupport.in
CAROL STOCK KRANOWITZ has been a music, movement and drama teacher for 30 years. She studied Sensory Processing Disorder, to better understand and help those children who seemed “Out-of-Sync” and is now an international expert on the same.
She is a board Member of SPD Foundation and Editor-in-Chief of S.I. Focus, the international magazine focusing on sensory integration/sensory processing. Since 1981 she has been a speaker at approximately 400 workshops at national and international conventions, on Sensory Processing Disorder, music and movement,parenting, child development etc addressing parents,educators, and professionals about sensory issues and suggesting activities for addressing them at home and school.
Apart from her highly acclaimed books "The Out-Of-Sync Child" and "The Out-Of-Sync Child has Fun", her value contributions are -
For professionals - A screening tool for Occupational Therapists to use with early childhood teachers, Preschool Sensory Scan for Educators (or "Preschool SENSE").
For teachers - A manual, "Answers to Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration"
For parents – "Growing an In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities to Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow"
In writings and workshops in the United States and abroad, she explains to parents, educators, and other early childhood professionals how sensory issues play out – and provides fun and functional techniques for addressing them at home and school. Her books are treated as bible by therapists, teachers and parents alike.
For more information about Ms. Carol go to
http://www.out-of-sync-child.com/author.htm
An online review on Carol’s book "The Out of Sync Child"
“If you are a parent or a teacher of a child with bewildering or inconsistent behavior problems, this book explains comprehensively and clearly the often conflicting symptoms of children with SI dysfunction. Most exciting is the hope that children can now be diagnosed at an early age so they can begin OT therapy when it has a chance to be its most effective. Also exciting is the knowledge that there are many simple things that parents and teachers can do at home and in the classroom to improve the functioning of SI kids. I have recommended this book to dozens of parents who have come back to buy copies for their child's teacher. The book contains an excellent resources guide, too! P.S. Carol Kranowitz does a fabulous job presenting about SI dysfunction at professional workshops. See her if you have the chance.”
http://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Recognizing-Integration/product-reviews/0399523863/ref=cm_cr_pr_hist_5?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=0&
filterBy=addFiveSta
TIMOTHY P. KOWALSKI, M.A., C.C.C.-SLP, specializes in social-pragmatic communication deficits and is an internationally known expert on Asperger Syndrome.
He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, "The Source for Asperger Syndrome", a practical resource for anyone working with this population. His latest book Social-Pragmatic Success for Asperger Syndrome and Other Related Disorders offers a comprehensive approach for assessment and intervention. His article "Assessing Social Communication in Asperger’s Syndrome: An Introduction to the Conversational Effectiveness Profile" offers the diagnostician an understanding of how to assess this difficult population.
His awards -
TEAMS 2000 Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year award for his work with autism in the four-county region of greater Orlando.
2010 Clinician of the Year Award offered by the Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
He has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Orlando Chapter of the Autism Society of America. He is also a distinguished member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Council for Exceptional Children, the Council for Behavior Disorders, the Association on Higher Education and Disability, and the Autism Society of America. Mr. Tim, as he is fondly called by his students is a highly sort after speaker at national and international seminars.
For more information about Mr. Kowalski go to
http://web.mac.com/socialpragmatics/Site/Mr._Tim.html
Listen to an interview of Mr. Timothy Kowalski
http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=doc&id=28653
=====================================================================
Dear Mam/ Sir,
Sankalp Charitable Trust is very glad to announce 2nd Sankalp Sports Carnival 2011, which will be conducted on 11th & 12th Jan 2011.
Our mission is Integration of Assessment, prevention, sustainability, punitive, rehabilitation and overall development of Special needs children, to bring them in a main stream Society
We, at Sankalp encourage play along with work, and we realize that games and activities for autistic children may fulfill two key elements, socialization skills for life and learning to enjoy playing with their peers. As child matures, he or she may want to be involved with organized sports. This should be encouraged, our Dream aspire sports club focuses on physical development Sports activity for the purpose of psycho- social and physical Motor cognitive development of special needs children. Sankalp is committed to create a platform for Autism as well special needs children in the field of sports to give them space and Opportunity to develop and grow, Identifying hidden talent within them.
Sankalp has a resolution to see this special children demonstrating their sports talent at international level in special Olympic and feel our country and their parents pride for them.
As we all know, last year nearby 500-600 special students participated in this carnival and it was a great success with the support of all special schools and media.
This year expected populace will be as given below:
Days: Two Days
Target Populace: 1500 special children
Target School Populace: 15 Special schools from Mumbai
Expected Professionals: Medical Practitioners (Doctors), Principals, Special teacher Trainees (around 100),
therapists, Sports Coaches, Parents (more than 500) and volunteers.
Media Coverage: Zee 24taas, Etv (Marathi), News channels and local news papers
Our Big Supporters: Sports personalities from commonwealth games 2010
Kind Regards
Ms. Snehal D'Souza
Project Manager
+919967426826
Sankalp
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
For all Forum For Autism members please find details of workshops in the month of January...totally 5 programs
(1st)
It’s time to mark your calendars. The Fragile X Society has invited the Developmental Fx team from Denver USA to India for the first time. The team includes Tracy Stackhouse, MA, OTR, Occupational Therapist and Sarah (Mouse) Scharfenaker, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist. Each has over 20 years experience working with children with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism.
Date : 3rd January 2011
Time: 10 am – 5 pm including an hour lunch break and two tea breaks
Venue: Saisa, PJ club, Pali, Bandra East, Mumbai 400050
Fees: including lunch and refreshments.
Parents -Rs. 500/-
Professionals - Rs. 1000/-
This is an intensive training which is being conducted to empower everyone working with children with special needs including parents and professionals.
Topics:
Hyperarousal, Sensory Integration, the concept and use of a sensory diet, self regulation
Speech, language characteristics and treatment, communication,
Behaviour, Education, encouraging play,
Using visual supports to change your child’s life,
"Trans-disciplinary intervention approach for children with sensory processing difficulties”
We aim at dealing with issues which are confusing for parents and professionals dealing with the child.
Please call on any of the numbers given below for further details and to register.
Shalini Kedia-Chairperson
+ 91 98201 99092
+ 91 22666 42151
Ami Kothari- Sectretary
+91 9820028730
FRAGILE X SOCIETY - India
=====================================================================
(2)
FORUM FOR AUTISM
Presents
PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT THRU FUN FILLED GAMES & YOGA FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE AGE GROUP OF 10+
Name of Resource Person: Shailesh Shah- B.Com, ICWA
Profile of Resource Person: CEO of Mahavir Engineering Co. who undertakes turnkey contracts for pumping system. Mr. Shah had a thirst for finding who he was from within other than Shailesh the name given by his parents. To quench his thirst he undertook an inward journey to advance meditation techniques. This helped him tremendously to find himself & his innocence. This naturally led to his flowering & this workshop got designed with Ms Shubhangi, an ART OF LIVING teacher. He conducts meditation workshops with corporate & students.
Date & Time: 23rd Jan 2011, 9 am to 12noon
Venue: (tentative venue)
Cost: Rs 125/-
Max children in a batch: 30
Enrollment at FFA Library (in person or courier): Cheque in name of Forum for Autism.
PERSONALITY TRAITS WHICH WILL BE ENHANCED THRU GAMES, YOGA & FUN
v acceptance of themselves (Build a platform to love themselves) Thankfulness arises
v Self Trust in Heart
§ Body exercises, face massaging….
v Techniques of centering(internal awareness of doing the job on hand)
v Technique of witnessing
v Art of opening up & flowing out in Life
v Courage to open to the world
v Deautomization-loving what you are doing
v Adventurous life
NOTE: Last date for enrollment 10th January 2011
======================================================================
(3rd)
Information regarding the workshop on Sex education ,aimed at educating the child with Autism.
1. All parents will have to attend the workshop along with the child
2. Current report of the child's capabilities, gender,age, knowledge about sex & which issues the parent wishes the child gain from the workshop should reach Ms Manjusha Sawant at , sawant_manjusha@rediffmail.com on or before 10th Jan 2011.
3. The workshop will be conducted by Ms Acchama,CEO BCG,Sp Educator, at BCS on 30th Jan 2011,9am to 11.30am
4. Only 15 children will be registered
5. Cost: Rs 200/
======================================================================
(4th)
Hi!
We are looking forward to the International program in Jan 2011 at Bangalore. The links given below will take you to the details of the same.
http://www.fiveindia.com/index.php
http://www.childsupport.in/html/about_sensory_processing.html
1) ' The Other End of Autism' by TIMOTHY KOWALSKI
2) Sensory Processing Disorder' by CAROL KRANOWITZ
Date and Venue
The program is designed for teachers, parents & professionals
1 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
1 day program - The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program – The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
Venue: Bangalore – The Grand Magrath Hotel, #30, Magrath Road,
Bangalore 560025 (close to Garuda Mall )
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject ‘All 3 days’ to training@childsupport.in
Fees And Payment
Fee details
Program Options
Till January 20th 2010
Indian Participants International Participants
Spot Registration
Indian Participants International Participants
1 day Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim Rs 4250 USD 125 Rs 5000 USD 150
2 days Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim Rs 8250 USD 240 Rs 9500 USD 285
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject "All 3 days" to training@childsupport.in
Mode of payment:
Pay by Demand Draft: Please issue a DD in favor of "FIVE Incorporated" payable at Chennai, India.
Pay by cheque (only for Indian nationals): Please issue a cheque payable to ’FIVE Incorporated’ at Chennai. All cheques should reach us before the last date of offer. Registration will be approved only after clearing.
Online payment: Please Click Here to go to payment page
Please send all payments along with completed Registration form to
Mathew Easow, Director - FIVE Incorporated, 48/51, 1st Floor, 3rd Cross Street West, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai 600030, Tamil Nadu - INDIA
Pay by cash: You are welcome to pay by cash directly to Mathew Easow at the above address.
KINDLY NOTE:
Only Nationalized bank cheques/DD will be accepted due to time delay in clearing
All International payments have to be issued by Demand Draft OR online payment
For any further information please feel free to contact Mathew Easow on
Phone: (+91) 94440 70210
Email: training@childsupport.in
Please also forward this mail to all your contacts - teachers, parents, professionals in the field of child development.
Social Communication & Sensory issues
A child on 'The Other End of Autism Spectrum 'desires social interaction. He attempts to engage others but frequently uses socially inappropriate means to interact with others. He realizes something must be done. Read More
When I touch the orange, my eyes tell me it's an orange. I like the smell but not the feel. My mouth doesn't want to touch it, either. If it is put in my mouth I may get irritated at first. Then, if I can't get away from it, I begin to get annoyed. Then really annoyed, then aggravated, then upset, then angry! Read More
Please feel free to contact me for any further information.
Sincerely,
Mathew Easow
(+91) 94440 70210
www.fiveindia.com
Featured Article
Academics and Sensory Processing
Links
www.fiveindia.com
www.childsupport.in
http://blog.childsupport.in
CAROL STOCK KRANOWITZ has been a music, movement and drama teacher for 30 years. She studied Sensory Processing Disorder, to better understand and help those children who seemed “Out-of-Sync” and is now an international expert on the same.
She is a board Member of SPD Foundation and Editor-in-Chief of S.I. Focus, the international magazine focusing on sensory integration/sensory processing. Since 1981 she has been a speaker at approximately 400 workshops at national and international conventions, on Sensory Processing Disorder, music and movement,parenting, child development etc addressing parents,educators, and professionals about sensory issues and suggesting activities for addressing them at home and school.
Apart from her highly acclaimed books "The Out-Of-Sync Child" and "The Out-Of-Sync Child has Fun", her value contributions are -
For professionals - A screening tool for Occupational Therapists to use with early childhood teachers, Preschool Sensory Scan for Educators (or "Preschool SENSE").
For teachers - A manual, "Answers to Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration"
For parents – "Growing an In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities to Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow"
In writings and workshops in the United States and abroad, she explains to parents, educators, and other early childhood professionals how sensory issues play out – and provides fun and functional techniques for addressing them at home and school. Her books are treated as bible by therapists, teachers and parents alike.
For more information about Ms. Carol go to
http://www.out-of-sync-child.com/author.htm
An online review on Carol’s book "The Out of Sync Child"
“If you are a parent or a teacher of a child with bewildering or inconsistent behavior problems, this book explains comprehensively and clearly the often conflicting symptoms of children with SI dysfunction. Most exciting is the hope that children can now be diagnosed at an early age so they can begin OT therapy when it has a chance to be its most effective. Also exciting is the knowledge that there are many simple things that parents and teachers can do at home and in the classroom to improve the functioning of SI kids. I have recommended this book to dozens of parents who have come back to buy copies for their child's teacher. The book contains an excellent resources guide, too! P.S. Carol Kranowitz does a fabulous job presenting about SI dysfunction at professional workshops. See her if you have the chance.”
http://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Recognizing-Integration/product-reviews/0399523863/ref=cm_cr_pr_hist_5?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=0&
filterBy=addFiveSta
TIMOTHY P. KOWALSKI, M.A., C.C.C.-SLP, specializes in social-pragmatic communication deficits and is an internationally known expert on Asperger Syndrome.
He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, "The Source for Asperger Syndrome", a practical resource for anyone working with this population. His latest book Social-Pragmatic Success for Asperger Syndrome and Other Related Disorders offers a comprehensive approach for assessment and intervention. His article "Assessing Social Communication in Asperger’s Syndrome: An Introduction to the Conversational Effectiveness Profile" offers the diagnostician an understanding of how to assess this difficult population.
His awards -
TEAMS 2000 Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year award for his work with autism in the four-county region of greater Orlando.
2010 Clinician of the Year Award offered by the Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
He has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Orlando Chapter of the Autism Society of America. He is also a distinguished member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Council for Exceptional Children, the Council for Behavior Disorders, the Association on Higher Education and Disability, and the Autism Society of America. Mr. Tim, as he is fondly called by his students is a highly sort after speaker at national and international seminars.
For more information about Mr. Kowalski go to
http://web.mac.com/socialpragmatics/Site/Mr._Tim.html
Listen to an interview of Mr. Timothy Kowalski
http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=doc&id=28653
=====================================================================
Dear Mam/ Sir,
Sankalp Charitable Trust is very glad to announce 2nd Sankalp Sports Carnival 2011, which will be conducted on 11th & 12th Jan 2011.
Our mission is Integration of Assessment, prevention, sustainability, punitive, rehabilitation and overall development of Special needs children, to bring them in a main stream Society
We, at Sankalp encourage play along with work, and we realize that games and activities for autistic children may fulfill two key elements, socialization skills for life and learning to enjoy playing with their peers. As child matures, he or she may want to be involved with organized sports. This should be encouraged, our Dream aspire sports club focuses on physical development Sports activity for the purpose of psycho- social and physical Motor cognitive development of special needs children. Sankalp is committed to create a platform for Autism as well special needs children in the field of sports to give them space and Opportunity to develop and grow, Identifying hidden talent within them.
Sankalp has a resolution to see this special children demonstrating their sports talent at international level in special Olympic and feel our country and their parents pride for them.
As we all know, last year nearby 500-600 special students participated in this carnival and it was a great success with the support of all special schools and media.
This year expected populace will be as given below:
Days: Two Days
Target Populace: 1500 special children
Target School Populace: 15 Special schools from Mumbai
Expected Professionals: Medical Practitioners (Doctors), Principals, Special teacher Trainees (around 100),
therapists, Sports Coaches, Parents (more than 500) and volunteers.
Media Coverage: Zee 24taas, Etv (Marathi), News channels and local news papers
Our Big Supporters: Sports personalities from commonwealth games 2010
Kind Regards
Ms. Snehal D'Souza
Project Manager
+919967426826
Sankalp
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Forum For Autism(FFA), Mumbai: Announcements for January 2011. Inbox X
For all Forum For Autism members please find details of workshops in the month of January...totally 5 programs
Please Note:- Please go through the attached pdf file.
Announcement-1
It’s time to mark your calendars. The Fragile X Society has invited the Developmental Fx team from Denver USA to India for the first time. The team includes Tracy Stackhouse, MA, OTR, Occupational Therapist and Sarah (Mouse) Scharfenaker, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist. Each has over 20 years experience working with children with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism.
Date : 3rd January 2011
Time: 10 am – 5 pm including an hour lunch break and two tea breaks
Venue: Saisa, PJ club, Pali, Bandra East, Mumbai 400050
Fees: including lunch and refreshments.
Parents -Rs. 500/-
Professionals - Rs. 1000/-
This is an intensive training which is being conducted to empower everyone working with children with special needs including parents and professionals.
Topics:
Hyperarousal, Sensory Integration, the concept and use of a sensory diet, self regulation
Speech, language characteristics and treatment, communication,
Behaviour, Education, encouraging play,
Using visual supports to change your child’s life,
"Trans-disciplinary intervention approach for children with sensory processing difficulties”
We aim at dealing with issues which are confusing for parents and professionals dealing with the child.
Please call on any of the numbers given below for further details and to register.
Shalini Kedia-Chairperson
+ 91 98201 99092
+ 91 22666 42151
Ami Kothari- Sectretary
+91 9820028730
FRAGILE X SOCIETY - India
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Announcement-2
FORUM FOR AUTISM
Presents
PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT THRU FUN FILLED GAMES & YOGA FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE AGE GROUP OF 10+
Name of Resource Person: Shailesh Shah- B.Com, ICWA
Profile of Resource Person: CEO of Mahavir Engineering Co. who undertakes turnkey contracts for pumping system. Mr. Shah had a thirst for finding who he was from within other than Shailesh the name given by his parents. To quench his thirst he undertook an inward journey to advance meditation techniques. This helped him tremendously to find himself & his innocence. This naturally led to his flowering & this workshop got designed with Ms Shubhangi, an ART OF LIVING teacher. He conducts meditation workshops with corporate & students.
Date & Time: 23rd Jan 2011, 9 am to 12noon
Venue: (tentative venue)
Cost: Rs 125/-
Max children in a batch: 30
Enrollment at FFA Library (in person or courier): Cheque in name of Forum for Autism.
PERSONALITY TRAITS WHICH WILL BE ENHANCED THRU GAMES, YOGA & FUN
v acceptance of themselves (Build a platform to love themselves) Thankfulness arises
v Self Trust in Heart
§ Body exercises, face massaging….
v Techniques of centering(internal awareness of doing the job on hand)
v Technique of witnessing
v Art of opening up & flowing out in Life
v Courage to open to the world
v Deautomization-loving what you are doing
v Adventurous life
NOTE: Last date for enrollment 10th January 2011
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Announcement-3
Information regarding the workshop on Sex education ,aimed at educating the child with Autism.
1. All parents will have to attend the workshop along with the child
2. Current report of the child's capabilities, gender,age, knowledge about sex & which issues the parent wishes the child gain from the workshop should reach Ms Manjusha Sawant at , sawant_manjusha@rediffmail.com on or before 10th Jan 2011.
3. The workshop will be conducted by Ms Acchama,CEO BCG,Sp Educator, at BCS on 30th Jan 2011,9am to 11.30am
4. Only 15 children will be registered
5. Cost: Rs 200/
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Announcement-4
Hi!
We are looking forward to the International program in Jan 2011 at Bangalore. The links given below will take you to the details of the same.
http://www.fiveindia.com/index.php
http://www.childsupport.in/html/about_sensory_processing.html
1) ' The Other End of Autism' by TIMOTHY KOWALSKI
2) Sensory Processing Disorder' by CAROL KRANOWITZ
Date and Venue
The program is designed for teachers, parents & professionals
1 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
1 day program - The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program – The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
Venue: Bangalore – The Grand Magrath Hotel, #30, Magrath Road,
Bangalore 560025 (close to Garuda Mall )
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject ‘All 3 days’ to training@childsupport.in
Fees And Payment
Fee details
Program Options
Till January 20th 2010
Indian Participants
International Participants
Spot Registration
Indian Participants
International Participants
1 day Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim
Rs 4250
USD 125
Rs 5000
USD 150
2 days Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim
Rs 8250
USD 240
Rs 9500
USD 285
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject "All 3 days" to training@childsupport.in
Mode of payment:
Pay by Demand Draft: Please issue a DD in favor of "FIVE Incorporated" payable at Chennai, India.
Pay by cheque (only for Indian nationals): Please issue a cheque payable to ’FIVE Incorporated’ at Chennai. All cheques should reach us before the last date of offer. Registration will be approved only after clearing.
Online payment: Please Click Here to go to payment page
Please send all payments along with completed Registration form to
Mathew Easow, Director - FIVE Incorporated, 48/51, 1st Floor, 3rd Cross Street West, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai 600030, Tamil Nadu - INDIA
Pay by cash: You are welcome to pay by cash directly to Mathew Easow at the above address.
KINDLY NOTE:
Only Nationalized bank cheques/DD will be accepted due to time delay in clearing
All International payments have to be issued by Demand Draft OR online payment
For any further information please feel free to contact Mathew Easow on
Phone: (+91) 94440 70210
Email: training@childsupport.in
Please also forward this mail to all your contacts - teachers, parents, professionals in the field of child development.
Social Communication & Sensory issues
A child on 'The Other End of Autism Spectrum 'desires social interaction. He attempts to engage others but frequently uses socially inappropriate means to interact with others. He realizes something must be done. Read More
When I touch the orange, my eyes tell me it's an orange. I like the smell but not the feel. My mouth doesn't want to touch it, either. If it is put in my mouth I may get irritated at first. Then, if I can't get away from it, I begin to get annoyed. Then really annoyed, then aggravated, then upset, then angry! Read More
Please feel free to contact me for any further information.
Sincerely,
Mathew Easow
(+91) 94440 70210
www.fiveindia.com
Featured Article
Academics and Sensory Processing
Links
www.fiveindia.com
www.childsupport.in
http://blog.childsupport.in
CAROL STOCK KRANOWITZ has been a music, movement and drama teacher for 30 years. She studied Sensory Processing Disorder, to better understand and help those children who seemed “Out-of-Sync” and is now an international expert on the same.
She is a board Member of SPD Foundation and Editor-in-Chief of S.I. Focus, the international magazine focusing on sensory integration/sensory processing. Since 1981 she has been a speaker at approximately 400 workshops at national and international conventions, on Sensory Processing Disorder, music and movement,parenting, child development etc addressing parents,educators, and professionals about sensory issues and suggesting activities for addressing them at home and school.
Apart from her highly acclaimed books "The Out-Of-Sync Child" and "The Out-Of-Sync Child has Fun", her value contributions are -
For professionals - A screening tool for Occupational Therapists to use with early childhood teachers, Preschool Sensory Scan for Educators (or "Preschool SENSE").
For teachers - A manual, "Answers to Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration"
For parents – "Growing an In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities to Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow"
In writings and workshops in the United States and abroad, she explains to parents, educators, and other early childhood professionals how sensory issues play out – and provides fun and functional techniques for addressing them at home and school. Her books are treated as bible by therapists, teachers and parents alike.
For more information about Ms. Carol go to
http://www.out-of-sync-child.com/author.htm
An online review on Carol’s book "The Out of Sync Child"
“If you are a parent or a teacher of a child with bewildering or inconsistent behavior problems, this book explains comprehensively and clearly the often conflicting symptoms of children with SI dysfunction. Most exciting is the hope that children can now be diagnosed at an early age so they can begin OT therapy when it has a chance to be its most effective. Also exciting is the knowledge that there are many simple things that parents and teachers can do at home and in the classroom to improve the functioning of SI kids. I have recommended this book to dozens of parents who have come back to buy copies for their child's teacher. The book contains an excellent resources guide, too! P.S. Carol Kranowitz does a fabulous job presenting about SI dysfunction at professional workshops. See her if you have the chance.”
http://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Recognizing-Integration/product-reviews/0399523863/ref=cm_cr_pr_hist_5?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=0&
filterBy=addFiveSta
TIMOTHY P. KOWALSKI, M.A., C.C.C.-SLP, specializes in social-pragmatic communication deficits and is an internationally known expert on Asperger Syndrome.
He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, "The Source for Asperger Syndrome", a practical resource for anyone working with this population. His latest book Social-Pragmatic Success for Asperger Syndrome and Other Related Disorders offers a comprehensive approach for assessment and intervention. His article "Assessing Social Communication in Asperger’s Syndrome: An Introduction to the Conversational Effectiveness Profile" offers the diagnostician an understanding of how to assess this difficult population.
His awards -
TEAMS 2000 Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year award for his work with autism in the four-county region of greater Orlando.
2010 Clinician of the Year Award offered by the Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
He has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Orlando Chapter of the Autism Society of America. He is also a distinguished member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Council for Exceptional Children, the Council for Behavior Disorders, the Association on Higher Education and Disability, and the Autism Society of America. Mr. Tim, as he is fondly called by his students is a highly sort after speaker at national and international seminars.
For more information about Mr. Kowalski go to
http://web.mac.com/socialpragmatics/Site/Mr._Tim.html
Listen to an interview of Mr. Timothy Kowalski
http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=doc&id=28653
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Announcement-5
Dear Mam/ Sir,
Sankalp Charitable Trust is very glad to announce 2nd Sankalp Sports Carnival 2011, which will be conducted on 11th & 12th Jan 2011.
Our mission is Integration of Assessment, prevention, sustainability, punitive, rehabilitation and overall development of Special needs children, to bring them in a main stream Society
We, at Sankalp encourage play along with work, and we realize that games and activities for autistic children may fulfill two key elements, socialization skills for life and learning to enjoy playing with their peers. As child matures, he or she may want to be involved with organized sports. This should be encouraged, our Dream aspire sports club focuses on physical development Sports activity for the purpose of psycho- social and physical Motor cognitive development of special needs children. Sankalp is committed to create a platform for Autism as well special needs children in the field of sports to give them space and Opportunity to develop and grow, Identifying hidden talent within them.
Sankalp has a resolution to see this special children demonstrating their sports talent at international level in special Olympic and feel our country and their parents pride for them.
As we all know, last year nearby 500-600 special students participated in this carnival and it was a great success with the support of all special schools and media.
This year expected populace will be as given below:
Days: Two Days
Target Populace: 1500 special children
Target School Populace: 15 Special schools from Mumbai
Expected Professionals: Medical Practitioners (Doctors), Principals, Special teacher Trainees (around 100),
therapists, Sports Coaches, Parents (more than 500) and volunteers.
Media Coverage: Zee 24taas, Etv (Marathi), News channels and local news papers
Our Big Supporters: Sports personalities from commonwealth games 2010
Kind Regards
Ms. Snehal D'Souza
Project Manager
+919967426826
Sankalp
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Please Note:- Please go through the attached pdf file.
Announcement-1
It’s time to mark your calendars. The Fragile X Society has invited the Developmental Fx team from Denver USA to India for the first time. The team includes Tracy Stackhouse, MA, OTR, Occupational Therapist and Sarah (Mouse) Scharfenaker, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist. Each has over 20 years experience working with children with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism.
Date : 3rd January 2011
Time: 10 am – 5 pm including an hour lunch break and two tea breaks
Venue: Saisa, PJ club, Pali, Bandra East, Mumbai 400050
Fees: including lunch and refreshments.
Parents -Rs. 500/-
Professionals - Rs. 1000/-
This is an intensive training which is being conducted to empower everyone working with children with special needs including parents and professionals.
Topics:
Hyperarousal, Sensory Integration, the concept and use of a sensory diet, self regulation
Speech, language characteristics and treatment, communication,
Behaviour, Education, encouraging play,
Using visual supports to change your child’s life,
"Trans-disciplinary intervention approach for children with sensory processing difficulties”
We aim at dealing with issues which are confusing for parents and professionals dealing with the child.
Please call on any of the numbers given below for further details and to register.
Shalini Kedia-Chairperson
+ 91 98201 99092
+ 91 22666 42151
Ami Kothari- Sectretary
+91 9820028730
FRAGILE X SOCIETY - India
===========================================================
Announcement-2
FORUM FOR AUTISM
Presents
PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT THRU FUN FILLED GAMES & YOGA FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE AGE GROUP OF 10+
Name of Resource Person: Shailesh Shah- B.Com, ICWA
Profile of Resource Person: CEO of Mahavir Engineering Co. who undertakes turnkey contracts for pumping system. Mr. Shah had a thirst for finding who he was from within other than Shailesh the name given by his parents. To quench his thirst he undertook an inward journey to advance meditation techniques. This helped him tremendously to find himself & his innocence. This naturally led to his flowering & this workshop got designed with Ms Shubhangi, an ART OF LIVING teacher. He conducts meditation workshops with corporate & students.
Date & Time: 23rd Jan 2011, 9 am to 12noon
Venue: (tentative venue)
Cost: Rs 125/-
Max children in a batch: 30
Enrollment at FFA Library (in person or courier): Cheque in name of Forum for Autism.
PERSONALITY TRAITS WHICH WILL BE ENHANCED THRU GAMES, YOGA & FUN
v acceptance of themselves (Build a platform to love themselves) Thankfulness arises
v Self Trust in Heart
§ Body exercises, face massaging….
v Techniques of centering(internal awareness of doing the job on hand)
v Technique of witnessing
v Art of opening up & flowing out in Life
v Courage to open to the world
v Deautomization-loving what you are doing
v Adventurous life
NOTE: Last date for enrollment 10th January 2011
===========================================================
Announcement-3
Information regarding the workshop on Sex education ,aimed at educating the child with Autism.
1. All parents will have to attend the workshop along with the child
2. Current report of the child's capabilities, gender,age, knowledge about sex & which issues the parent wishes the child gain from the workshop should reach Ms Manjusha Sawant at , sawant_manjusha@rediffmail.com on or before 10th Jan 2011.
3. The workshop will be conducted by Ms Acchama,CEO BCG,Sp Educator, at BCS on 30th Jan 2011,9am to 11.30am
4. Only 15 children will be registered
5. Cost: Rs 200/
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Announcement-4
Hi!
We are looking forward to the International program in Jan 2011 at Bangalore. The links given below will take you to the details of the same.
http://www.fiveindia.com/index.php
http://www.childsupport.in/html/about_sensory_processing.html
1) ' The Other End of Autism' by TIMOTHY KOWALSKI
2) Sensory Processing Disorder' by CAROL KRANOWITZ
Date and Venue
The program is designed for teachers, parents & professionals
1 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program on SPD with Carol Kranowitz on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
1 day program - The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 30 Jan 2011 Click here
2 day program – The Other End of ASD with Timothy Kowalski on 28 & 29 Jan 2011 Click here
Venue: Bangalore – The Grand Magrath Hotel, #30, Magrath Road,
Bangalore 560025 (close to Garuda Mall )
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject ‘All 3 days’ to training@childsupport.in
Fees And Payment
Fee details
Program Options
Till January 20th 2010
Indian Participants
International Participants
Spot Registration
Indian Participants
International Participants
1 day Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim
Rs 4250
USD 125
Rs 5000
USD 150
2 days Program
SPD by Carol
OR
ASD by Mr. Tim
Rs 8250
USD 240
Rs 9500
USD 285
NOTE: If you would like to attend all 3 days, please e-mail us with subject "All 3 days" to training@childsupport.in
Mode of payment:
Pay by Demand Draft: Please issue a DD in favor of "FIVE Incorporated" payable at Chennai, India.
Pay by cheque (only for Indian nationals): Please issue a cheque payable to ’FIVE Incorporated’ at Chennai. All cheques should reach us before the last date of offer. Registration will be approved only after clearing.
Online payment: Please Click Here to go to payment page
Please send all payments along with completed Registration form to
Mathew Easow, Director - FIVE Incorporated, 48/51, 1st Floor, 3rd Cross Street West, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai 600030, Tamil Nadu - INDIA
Pay by cash: You are welcome to pay by cash directly to Mathew Easow at the above address.
KINDLY NOTE:
Only Nationalized bank cheques/DD will be accepted due to time delay in clearing
All International payments have to be issued by Demand Draft OR online payment
For any further information please feel free to contact Mathew Easow on
Phone: (+91) 94440 70210
Email: training@childsupport.in
Please also forward this mail to all your contacts - teachers, parents, professionals in the field of child development.
Social Communication & Sensory issues
A child on 'The Other End of Autism Spectrum 'desires social interaction. He attempts to engage others but frequently uses socially inappropriate means to interact with others. He realizes something must be done. Read More
When I touch the orange, my eyes tell me it's an orange. I like the smell but not the feel. My mouth doesn't want to touch it, either. If it is put in my mouth I may get irritated at first. Then, if I can't get away from it, I begin to get annoyed. Then really annoyed, then aggravated, then upset, then angry! Read More
Please feel free to contact me for any further information.
Sincerely,
Mathew Easow
(+91) 94440 70210
www.fiveindia.com
Featured Article
Academics and Sensory Processing
Links
www.fiveindia.com
www.childsupport.in
http://blog.childsupport.in
CAROL STOCK KRANOWITZ has been a music, movement and drama teacher for 30 years. She studied Sensory Processing Disorder, to better understand and help those children who seemed “Out-of-Sync” and is now an international expert on the same.
She is a board Member of SPD Foundation and Editor-in-Chief of S.I. Focus, the international magazine focusing on sensory integration/sensory processing. Since 1981 she has been a speaker at approximately 400 workshops at national and international conventions, on Sensory Processing Disorder, music and movement,parenting, child development etc addressing parents,educators, and professionals about sensory issues and suggesting activities for addressing them at home and school.
Apart from her highly acclaimed books "The Out-Of-Sync Child" and "The Out-Of-Sync Child has Fun", her value contributions are -
For professionals - A screening tool for Occupational Therapists to use with early childhood teachers, Preschool Sensory Scan for Educators (or "Preschool SENSE").
For teachers - A manual, "Answers to Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration"
For parents – "Growing an In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities to Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow"
In writings and workshops in the United States and abroad, she explains to parents, educators, and other early childhood professionals how sensory issues play out – and provides fun and functional techniques for addressing them at home and school. Her books are treated as bible by therapists, teachers and parents alike.
For more information about Ms. Carol go to
http://www.out-of-sync-child.com/author.htm
An online review on Carol’s book "The Out of Sync Child"
“If you are a parent or a teacher of a child with bewildering or inconsistent behavior problems, this book explains comprehensively and clearly the often conflicting symptoms of children with SI dysfunction. Most exciting is the hope that children can now be diagnosed at an early age so they can begin OT therapy when it has a chance to be its most effective. Also exciting is the knowledge that there are many simple things that parents and teachers can do at home and in the classroom to improve the functioning of SI kids. I have recommended this book to dozens of parents who have come back to buy copies for their child's teacher. The book contains an excellent resources guide, too! P.S. Carol Kranowitz does a fabulous job presenting about SI dysfunction at professional workshops. See her if you have the chance.”
http://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Recognizing-Integration/product-reviews/0399523863/ref=cm_cr_pr_hist_5?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=0&
filterBy=addFiveSta
TIMOTHY P. KOWALSKI, M.A., C.C.C.-SLP, specializes in social-pragmatic communication deficits and is an internationally known expert on Asperger Syndrome.
He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, "The Source for Asperger Syndrome", a practical resource for anyone working with this population. His latest book Social-Pragmatic Success for Asperger Syndrome and Other Related Disorders offers a comprehensive approach for assessment and intervention. His article "Assessing Social Communication in Asperger’s Syndrome: An Introduction to the Conversational Effectiveness Profile" offers the diagnostician an understanding of how to assess this difficult population.
His awards -
TEAMS 2000 Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year award for his work with autism in the four-county region of greater Orlando.
2010 Clinician of the Year Award offered by the Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
He has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Orlando Chapter of the Autism Society of America. He is also a distinguished member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Council for Exceptional Children, the Council for Behavior Disorders, the Association on Higher Education and Disability, and the Autism Society of America. Mr. Tim, as he is fondly called by his students is a highly sort after speaker at national and international seminars.
For more information about Mr. Kowalski go to
http://web.mac.com/socialpragmatics/Site/Mr._Tim.html
Listen to an interview of Mr. Timothy Kowalski
http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=doc&id=28653
==========================================================
Announcement-5
Dear Mam/ Sir,
Sankalp Charitable Trust is very glad to announce 2nd Sankalp Sports Carnival 2011, which will be conducted on 11th & 12th Jan 2011.
Our mission is Integration of Assessment, prevention, sustainability, punitive, rehabilitation and overall development of Special needs children, to bring them in a main stream Society
We, at Sankalp encourage play along with work, and we realize that games and activities for autistic children may fulfill two key elements, socialization skills for life and learning to enjoy playing with their peers. As child matures, he or she may want to be involved with organized sports. This should be encouraged, our Dream aspire sports club focuses on physical development Sports activity for the purpose of psycho- social and physical Motor cognitive development of special needs children. Sankalp is committed to create a platform for Autism as well special needs children in the field of sports to give them space and Opportunity to develop and grow, Identifying hidden talent within them.
Sankalp has a resolution to see this special children demonstrating their sports talent at international level in special Olympic and feel our country and their parents pride for them.
As we all know, last year nearby 500-600 special students participated in this carnival and it was a great success with the support of all special schools and media.
This year expected populace will be as given below:
Days: Two Days
Target Populace: 1500 special children
Target School Populace: 15 Special schools from Mumbai
Expected Professionals: Medical Practitioners (Doctors), Principals, Special teacher Trainees (around 100),
therapists, Sports Coaches, Parents (more than 500) and volunteers.
Media Coverage: Zee 24taas, Etv (Marathi), News channels and local news papers
Our Big Supporters: Sports personalities from commonwealth games 2010
Kind Regards
Ms. Snehal D'Souza
Project Manager
+919967426826
Sankalp
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Monday, October 11, 2010
Advanced Workshop on Structured Teaching
Action for Autism (AFA) is organizing a five-day advanced training workshop on Structured Teaching by Autism AACTION.
AACTION is a Chicago based humanitarian organization dedicated to developing worldwide awareness, support and acceptance of autism through education & training, both nationally and internationally.
Christopher Flint and his team will provide training in the structured teaching philosophy and implementation as it applies to children with ASD and other developmental disorders. The workshop will be in an interactive format where participants will have a chance to watch children engaged using the principles of structure. Participants will have the opportunity to practice development and implementation of structured activities involving a variety of skills and situations including assessments, communication, leisure, ADLS and behaviour management.
Participation is open only to those who have completed the two-day workshop on basics of structured teaching by Autism AACTION. The training will be done in a small group open to a maximum of 30 participants.
DATE : Monday 6 – Friday 10 December 2010
TIMINGS : 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
VENUE: The National Centre for Autism
Pocket 7 & 8
Jasola Vihar
New Delhi – 110 025
For further information about registration, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110 025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991, 4054 0992, 6534 7422
Email: trainees.afa@gmail.com
Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
AACTION is a Chicago based humanitarian organization dedicated to developing worldwide awareness, support and acceptance of autism through education & training, both nationally and internationally.
Christopher Flint and his team will provide training in the structured teaching philosophy and implementation as it applies to children with ASD and other developmental disorders. The workshop will be in an interactive format where participants will have a chance to watch children engaged using the principles of structure. Participants will have the opportunity to practice development and implementation of structured activities involving a variety of skills and situations including assessments, communication, leisure, ADLS and behaviour management.
Participation is open only to those who have completed the two-day workshop on basics of structured teaching by Autism AACTION. The training will be done in a small group open to a maximum of 30 participants.
DATE : Monday 6 – Friday 10 December 2010
TIMINGS : 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
VENUE: The National Centre for Autism
Pocket 7 & 8
Jasola Vihar
New Delhi – 110 025
For further information about registration, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110 025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991, 4054 0992, 6534 7422
Email: trainees.afa@gmail.com
Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
Understanding & Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Parent Training Workshop
AFA’s Annual Parent Training Workshop is an eagerly awaited event each year. The workshop is built on an understanding of ASD and works through teaching various cognitive, communication, and daily living skills.
The workshop is illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The workshop will build on an understanding of the child with ASD and work through teaching communication, play, social, daily living skills and behavior modification.
Who should Attend
Participation is open to parents and anyone else who interacts on a regular basis with special needs. Though the strategies shared at the workshop will focus on children with autism , it is worthwhile to point out that the same would be also be relevant to children with or without any developmental disabilities.
When & Where
19 – 21 November 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 12 November 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 5 November 2010
For any further queries, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.afa@gmail.com
Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
The workshop is illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The workshop will build on an understanding of the child with ASD and work through teaching communication, play, social, daily living skills and behavior modification.
Who should Attend
Participation is open to parents and anyone else who interacts on a regular basis with special needs. Though the strategies shared at the workshop will focus on children with autism , it is worthwhile to point out that the same would be also be relevant to children with or without any developmental disabilities.
When & Where
19 – 21 November 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 12 November 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 5 November 2010
For any further queries, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.afa@gmail.com
Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
Friday, September 24, 2010
mumbai marathon 2011
MUMBAI MARATHON 2011
AUCTION OF BIBS FOR THE DREAM RUN, IN PROGRESS!!!
DON’T MISS THIS WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY OF SUPPORTING A WORTHY CAUSE!
The deadline for this is September 30th, 2010.
For further details, please Call: 25565754 or Email: - mda@dyslexiaindia.com
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
AUCTION OF BIBS FOR THE DREAM RUN, IN PROGRESS!!!
DON’T MISS THIS WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY OF SUPPORTING A WORTHY CAUSE!
The deadline for this is September 30th, 2010.
For further details, please Call: 25565754 or Email: - mda@dyslexiaindia.com
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
workshop on Creating a Thinking Classroom
Please note that after 10th sept 2010 ( for Primary workshop ) and after 15th Sept 2010,( for secondary workshop) the rates of registration fees for the workshop will be Rs 2500/-.
To avail of early bird offer please see that the forms and payment reach our office by the above mentioned dates.
Limited seats on first come first serve.Seats confirmed only after receipt of payment
Thank you !
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
To avail of early bird offer please see that the forms and payment reach our office by the above mentioned dates.
Limited seats on first come first serve.Seats confirmed only after receipt of payment
Thank you !
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Monday, August 30, 2010
CREATING A THINKING CLASSROOM WORKSHOP IN SEPT
Please note the dates for the Secondary workshop are 25th & 26th Sept 2010 Sat /Sun
And not 24th , 25th as mentioned in my previous mail . The primary workshop dates remain as 18th & 19th Sept 2010
Thank you
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
And not 24th , 25th as mentioned in my previous mail . The primary workshop dates remain as 18th & 19th Sept 2010
Thank you
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Understanding & Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders RCI - CRE PROGRAMS IN AUTISM
When & Where
27 – 30 September 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
The Workshop
AFA’s Annual Training Workshop is an eagerly awaited event each year. The workshop is built on an understanding of ASD and works through teaching various cognitive, communication, and daily living skills. This year’s workshop is a series of four Continuing Rehabilitation Education (CRE) topics over the four days.
Workshops are illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The topics include the following:
Day One Autism: Understanding a Different Way of Being
Day Two Applied Behaviour Analysis: Teaching and Changing Behaviours
Day Three Strategies for Developing Communication
Day Four Including Children with Autism in Mainstream Classroom
Who should Attend
Participation is open to anyone who works with children with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis including teachers of both children with and without special needs. For attending rehabilitation professionals who are registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), the workshop will provide CRE Credits.
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 17 September 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 3 September 2010
For further details, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.@gmail.com; Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
27 – 30 September 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
The Workshop
AFA’s Annual Training Workshop is an eagerly awaited event each year. The workshop is built on an understanding of ASD and works through teaching various cognitive, communication, and daily living skills. This year’s workshop is a series of four Continuing Rehabilitation Education (CRE) topics over the four days.
Workshops are illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The topics include the following:
Day One Autism: Understanding a Different Way of Being
Day Two Applied Behaviour Analysis: Teaching and Changing Behaviours
Day Three Strategies for Developing Communication
Day Four Including Children with Autism in Mainstream Classroom
Who should Attend
Participation is open to anyone who works with children with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis including teachers of both children with and without special needs. For attending rehabilitation professionals who are registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), the workshop will provide CRE Credits.
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 17 September 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 3 September 2010
For further details, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.@gmail.com; Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
Friday, August 27, 2010
Understanding & Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
September 27 · 8:00am - 6:00pm
Location The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
Created By
Action For Autism
More Info When & Where
27 – 30 September 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
The Workshop
AFA’s Annual Training Workshop is an eagerly awaited event each year. The workshop is built on an understanding of ASD and works through teaching various cognitive, communication, and daily living skills.
Workshops are illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The topics include the following:
Day One Autism: Understanding a Different Way of Being
Day Two Applied Behaviour Analysis: Teaching and Changing Behaviours
Day Three Strategies for Developing Communication
Day Four Including Children with Autism in Mainstream Classroom
Who should Attend
Participation is open to anyone who works with children with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis including teachers of both children with and without special needs. CRE accreditation is awaited from Rehabilitation Council of India.
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 17 September 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 3 September 2010
For further details, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.afa@gmail.com Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
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Location The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
Created By
Action For Autism
More Info When & Where
27 – 30 September 2010
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The National Center for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8, Jasola Vihar, New Delhi – 110 025
The Workshop
AFA’s Annual Training Workshop is an eagerly awaited event each year. The workshop is built on an understanding of ASD and works through teaching various cognitive, communication, and daily living skills.
Workshops are illustrated with practical examples based on AFA's hands-on experience and exposure to children with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome of varying ages and across the spectrum. The format includes lectures, demonstration classes, video clips, question and answer sessions, and discussions.
The topics include the following:
Day One Autism: Understanding a Different Way of Being
Day Two Applied Behaviour Analysis: Teaching and Changing Behaviours
Day Three Strategies for Developing Communication
Day Four Including Children with Autism in Mainstream Classroom
Who should Attend
Participation is open to anyone who works with children with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis including teachers of both children with and without special needs. CRE accreditation is awaited from Rehabilitation Council of India.
How to Register
Registration forms may be collected from AFA office or downloaded from the AFA website: www.autism-india.org. A complete form must be sent along with registration charges. Payments may be made in cash or by demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Action for Autism’ payable at New Delhi. Cheques or credit cards will NOT be accepted. Incomplete forms or registration forms not accompanied with the registration fees will not be processed.
Early Bird Workshop Registration: On or before Friday 17 September 2010
On the Spot Registration: Subject to availability
Last date for Childcare Registration: Friday 3 September 2010
For further details, contact:
Shikha Bhardwaj
Training Coordinator
Action For Autism (AFA)
The National Centre for Autism, Pocket 7 & 8 Jasola Vihar, New Delhi 110025
Tel: +91 11 4054 0991-2, 6534 7422
Email: shikha.afa@gmail.com Website: http://www.autism-india.org/
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Monday 30th August-Talk on assistive technology and demo on GPS device-tracking device for our children
Monday 30th August-Talk on assistive technology and demo on GPS device-tracking device for our children.
Hello friends,
Please try to attend ....talk on assistive technology and demo on GPS device-tracking device for our children...a gentleman is coming in from Chennai to show us this product.
Thanks
Chitra
Aashish Foundations'
JUMP START THERAPY CENTRE
122, Unique Industrial Estate, Twin Towers Lane, Prabhadevi, Mumbai-400 025
Tel No 022-267439941, 9870183414, E-mail: aashishfoundation@gmail.com
Dear Parents,
Aashish Foundation is exploring how we can furthur use “Assistive technology” to enhance the lives of people we help.
With this in mind we invite you to a talk by Ms Shilpi Kapoor, who will help us understand what assistive technology is and how we can use assistive technology (AT) to bring about revolutionary changes in the lives of people with disabilities.
Ms. Shilpi Kapoor is the founder director of Net Systems Informatics (I) Pvt. Ltd and Barrier Break Technologies. She has setup both companies with the single vision to ‘break the barriers of knowledge and disabilities’. She has been working to build awareness in the government with regards to the needs of people with disabilities and was instrumental in drafting the National Policy on Electronic Accessibility in association with National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People.
Date: Monday, 30th August 2010
Time: 10 am. to 11.30 am
Venue: JumpStart Therapy Centre, Prabhadevi
122, Unique Industrial Estate, Twin Tower Lane, Opp. Siddhivinayak Temple, Prabhadevi. Mumbai
Those interested in attending this talk please send a sms to Shalini (9833186682) , Ketan (9320287733) or an email to aashishfoundation@gmail.com by 28th Saturday
Do make use of this unique opportunity to demystify the avenue of “Assistive Technology”. Only then will we be able to make informed decisions of how and when we can use this technology to make our dear children more independent.
Yours sincerely,
Shalini Bijliwala
Hello friends,
Please try to attend ....talk on assistive technology and demo on GPS device-tracking device for our children...a gentleman is coming in from Chennai to show us this product.
Thanks
Chitra
Aashish Foundations'
JUMP START THERAPY CENTRE
122, Unique Industrial Estate, Twin Towers Lane, Prabhadevi, Mumbai-400 025
Tel No 022-267439941, 9870183414, E-mail: aashishfoundation@gmail.com
Dear Parents,
Aashish Foundation is exploring how we can furthur use “Assistive technology” to enhance the lives of people we help.
With this in mind we invite you to a talk by Ms Shilpi Kapoor, who will help us understand what assistive technology is and how we can use assistive technology (AT) to bring about revolutionary changes in the lives of people with disabilities.
Ms. Shilpi Kapoor is the founder director of Net Systems Informatics (I) Pvt. Ltd and Barrier Break Technologies. She has setup both companies with the single vision to ‘break the barriers of knowledge and disabilities’. She has been working to build awareness in the government with regards to the needs of people with disabilities and was instrumental in drafting the National Policy on Electronic Accessibility in association with National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People.
Date: Monday, 30th August 2010
Time: 10 am. to 11.30 am
Venue: JumpStart Therapy Centre, Prabhadevi
122, Unique Industrial Estate, Twin Tower Lane, Opp. Siddhivinayak Temple, Prabhadevi. Mumbai
Those interested in attending this talk please send a sms to Shalini (9833186682) , Ketan (9320287733) or an email to aashishfoundation@gmail.com by 28th Saturday
Do make use of this unique opportunity to demystify the avenue of “Assistive Technology”. Only then will we be able to make informed decisions of how and when we can use this technology to make our dear children more independent.
Yours sincerely,
Shalini Bijliwala
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Creating a Thinking Classroom workshop
Greetings from the Maharashtra Dyslexia Association !
Due to popular demand and for registrants whom we could not accommodate in our earlier workshops , we have decided to repeat the Primary and Secondary level workshops on “CREATING A THINKING CLASSROOM “ by Ms Joy Townsend of Destiny Education once again in September 2010 as per the circular enclosed.
PRIMARY – 18TH & 19TH September 2010
SECONDARY – 24TH & 25TH September 2010
Please let us know if you are interested to register for these workshops as soon as possible by return email , phone on 25565754. The workshops will be conducted only if we have a minimum registrations of 20 participants.
Best regards,
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Due to popular demand and for registrants whom we could not accommodate in our earlier workshops , we have decided to repeat the Primary and Secondary level workshops on “CREATING A THINKING CLASSROOM “ by Ms Joy Townsend of Destiny Education once again in September 2010 as per the circular enclosed.
PRIMARY – 18TH & 19TH September 2010
SECONDARY – 24TH & 25TH September 2010
Please let us know if you are interested to register for these workshops as soon as possible by return email , phone on 25565754. The workshops will be conducted only if we have a minimum registrations of 20 participants.
Best regards,
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003 Amit Park,
423,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Oral Motor Ideas Oral motor exercises are important for increasing muscle
AUTISTIC CONJECTURE OF THE DAY:
Oral Motor Ideas
Oral motor exercises are important for increasing muscle tone / muscle strength so speech is possible. Even for children that already talk – these are great ideas for improving speech clarity.
These exercises are intended to give your child a variety or oral motor experiences in an enjoyable way.
1) BLOWING
- dandelions that have gone to seed
- cotton, dry cornmeal or feathers across the table
- kleenex in the air
- bubbles from bubble wand, or in the bath, from palm of hand
- whistles
- straws: blows inmilk to make froth and bubbles
- on a winter day, blow on a frosty pane
2) CHEWING AND JAW STRENGTH
- licorice: can pull on it as child clenches (playful pull)
- jerky: make teeth marks on jerky
- fruit roll-ups or fruit chews
- show how to put directly on top of molars
- taffy
3) LICKING
- popsicles
- suckers
- ice cream cones
- lick out bowl, (never mind etiquette)
- lick off something sticky from top lip, bottom lip or corners of mouth
- pretend to be like a kitty, licking paws
4) TONGUE SOUNDS
- imitate rhythm
- clicking
- la la la to music
- blow "raspberry" with tongue
5) TONGUE MOVEMENT
- move food from one cheek to other, using tongue; you show child in an exaggerated way how to do this
- move tongue to touch corners of mouth
- clear food from cheek with tongue like chipmunk
- balance Cherrio like cereal (Gorilla munch is GF CF!) or small food on tongue; then bring balanced food in and out of mouth
6) LIPS
- hold Cherrio like cereal (Gorilla munch is GF CF!) in lips like whistle "puckering lips"
- tight seal to say "Mmmmmm"
- tight seal around straw
- tight seal to hold paper between lips; play tug of war
- humming
- kazoo or whistle with lips formed around
7) SUCKING
- straws with thick milkshake or nectar to strengthen suck
- practice sound as you pretend to feed a doll (tongue on top of mouth w/ pressure)
Compiled by the staff of Columbia Rose Pediatric Feeding Center
Oral Motor Ideas
Oral motor exercises are important for increasing muscle tone / muscle strength so speech is possible. Even for children that already talk – these are great ideas for improving speech clarity.
These exercises are intended to give your child a variety or oral motor experiences in an enjoyable way.
1) BLOWING
- dandelions that have gone to seed
- cotton, dry cornmeal or feathers across the table
- kleenex in the air
- bubbles from bubble wand, or in the bath, from palm of hand
- whistles
- straws: blows inmilk to make froth and bubbles
- on a winter day, blow on a frosty pane
2) CHEWING AND JAW STRENGTH
- licorice: can pull on it as child clenches (playful pull)
- jerky: make teeth marks on jerky
- fruit roll-ups or fruit chews
- show how to put directly on top of molars
- taffy
3) LICKING
- popsicles
- suckers
- ice cream cones
- lick out bowl, (never mind etiquette)
- lick off something sticky from top lip, bottom lip or corners of mouth
- pretend to be like a kitty, licking paws
4) TONGUE SOUNDS
- imitate rhythm
- clicking
- la la la to music
- blow "raspberry" with tongue
5) TONGUE MOVEMENT
- move food from one cheek to other, using tongue; you show child in an exaggerated way how to do this
- move tongue to touch corners of mouth
- clear food from cheek with tongue like chipmunk
- balance Cherrio like cereal (Gorilla munch is GF CF!) or small food on tongue; then bring balanced food in and out of mouth
6) LIPS
- hold Cherrio like cereal (Gorilla munch is GF CF!) in lips like whistle "puckering lips"
- tight seal to say "Mmmmmm"
- tight seal around straw
- tight seal to hold paper between lips; play tug of war
- humming
- kazoo or whistle with lips formed around
7) SUCKING
- straws with thick milkshake or nectar to strengthen suck
- practice sound as you pretend to feed a doll (tongue on top of mouth w/ pressure)
Compiled by the staff of Columbia Rose Pediatric Feeding Center
Monday, July 19, 2010
Autism documentaries
Dear all,
Forwarding the schedule of a programme to be conducted by the american library. They are screening 3 documentaries made in the US on Downs Syndrome, Autism and Hearing Impairment. The screening will be followed by discussions. The objective of this programme is to create awareness about disability.
professionals, parents and anyone interested are invited to attend.
please do come and also inform others working in the field or are interested in knowing more about the subjects covered.
regards
Pranita
9870149020
July 26th Monday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Autism, The Musical" followed by discussion two panelists
July 27 Tuesday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Praying with Loir" followed by discussion - two panelists
July 28 Wednesday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Through Deaf Eyes" followed by discussion- two panelists
"AUTISM, THE MUSICAL"
RUNNING TIME: 93 MIN., YEAR: 2007
SYNOPSIS: FOLLOWS FIVE AUTISTIC CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES OVER THE COURSE OF SIX MONTHS AND CAPTURES THEIR
DISTINCT PERSONAL STRUGGLES, PRESSURES AND TRIUMPHS AS THE CHILDREN WRITE, REHEARSE AND PERFORM THEIR OWN FULL-LENGTH
MUSICAL.
- "PRAYING WITH LIOR"
RUNNING TIME: 87 MIN., YEAR: 2008
SYNOPSIS: ASKING WHETHER SOMEONE WITH DOWN'S SYNDROM CAN BE A "SPIRITUAL GENIUS," THE FILM FOLLOWS LIOR PREPARING
FOR HIS BAR MITZVAH. MANY BELIEVE LIOR IS CLOSE TO GOD--AT LEAST THAT'S WHAT HIS FAMILY AND COMMUNITY BELIEVE--THOUGH
HE'S ALSO A BURDEN, A BEST FRIEND, AN INSPIRATION AND AN EMBARRASSMENT, DEPENDING ON WHO IS ASKED AND WHEN.
- "THROUGH DEAF EYES"
RUNNING TIME: 120 MIN., YEAR: 2007
SYNOPSIS: EXPLORES ALMOST 200 YEARS OF DEAF LIFE IN AMERICA, AND PRESENTS A BROAD RANGE OF PERSPECTIVES ON
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE DEAF. SHEDS LIGHT ON EVENTS THAT HAVE SHAPED DEAF LIVES INCLUDING THE CREATION OF SCHOOLS FOR
DEAF STUDENTS, THE DEBATE ABOUT AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, THE CAMPAIGN FOR A DEAF-FRIENDLY TELEPHONE AND INCLUDES
SOME VERY LOUD ROCK AND ROLL.
Many thanks
Warm regards
Parvathi Venkateswaran
Reference Librarian-Outreach
American Library
4, New Marine Lines
Mumbai - 400 020
Ph: 91-22-22624590 extn: 2207
Fax: 91-22-22624599
Mobile: 09773393975
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Forwarding the schedule of a programme to be conducted by the american library. They are screening 3 documentaries made in the US on Downs Syndrome, Autism and Hearing Impairment. The screening will be followed by discussions. The objective of this programme is to create awareness about disability.
professionals, parents and anyone interested are invited to attend.
please do come and also inform others working in the field or are interested in knowing more about the subjects covered.
regards
Pranita
9870149020
July 26th Monday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Autism, The Musical" followed by discussion two panelists
July 27 Tuesday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Praying with Loir" followed by discussion - two panelists
July 28 Wednesday
15.00 15.15 Welcome remarks by moderator
15.15 17.00 Documentary film screening, "Through Deaf Eyes" followed by discussion- two panelists
"AUTISM, THE MUSICAL"
RUNNING TIME: 93 MIN., YEAR: 2007
SYNOPSIS: FOLLOWS FIVE AUTISTIC CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES OVER THE COURSE OF SIX MONTHS AND CAPTURES THEIR
DISTINCT PERSONAL STRUGGLES, PRESSURES AND TRIUMPHS AS THE CHILDREN WRITE, REHEARSE AND PERFORM THEIR OWN FULL-LENGTH
MUSICAL.
- "PRAYING WITH LIOR"
RUNNING TIME: 87 MIN., YEAR: 2008
SYNOPSIS: ASKING WHETHER SOMEONE WITH DOWN'S SYNDROM CAN BE A "SPIRITUAL GENIUS," THE FILM FOLLOWS LIOR PREPARING
FOR HIS BAR MITZVAH. MANY BELIEVE LIOR IS CLOSE TO GOD--AT LEAST THAT'S WHAT HIS FAMILY AND COMMUNITY BELIEVE--THOUGH
HE'S ALSO A BURDEN, A BEST FRIEND, AN INSPIRATION AND AN EMBARRASSMENT, DEPENDING ON WHO IS ASKED AND WHEN.
- "THROUGH DEAF EYES"
RUNNING TIME: 120 MIN., YEAR: 2007
SYNOPSIS: EXPLORES ALMOST 200 YEARS OF DEAF LIFE IN AMERICA, AND PRESENTS A BROAD RANGE OF PERSPECTIVES ON
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE DEAF. SHEDS LIGHT ON EVENTS THAT HAVE SHAPED DEAF LIVES INCLUDING THE CREATION OF SCHOOLS FOR
DEAF STUDENTS, THE DEBATE ABOUT AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, THE CAMPAIGN FOR A DEAF-FRIENDLY TELEPHONE AND INCLUDES
SOME VERY LOUD ROCK AND ROLL.
Many thanks
Warm regards
Parvathi Venkateswaran
Reference Librarian-Outreach
American Library
4, New Marine Lines
Mumbai - 400 020
Ph: 91-22-22624590 extn: 2207
Fax: 91-22-22624599
Mobile: 09773393975
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Social skills training
Dear Parents and friends,
Hope you all are doing good.
As you all know, Aspire Education Services provides lot of services for our children.
One of our program is the Social Skills program.
Children learn social skills by taking part in games and other group activities. Social skills are part of our life and it is very important to teach our children these skills.
Dr. Brenda Smith who is an associate professor at the university of Kansas,calls this as Hidden Curriculum. The hidden curriculum refers to the set of rules that everyone knows, but no one has been directly taught. These unwritten social rules need to be taught to our children and we need to make our children understand these rules.
How is this done: A small group of 3 to 4 children who may share a set of social goals are grouped together. They learn to interact with each other and learn social skills.
The social goals for each child is set and progress is monitored by data. As the child masters each goal we add on more social goals that are appropriate for the child.
Social skills goals can be as simple as greetings and farewells to having a conversation.
We are starting the Social skills group from the 10th of July at Lakshya-Ghakopar and will be conducted every saturday. There will be 2 batches 10 to 12 and 1 to 4 Pm.
Only 4 children in a batch. The fees would be Rs. 500 for a 2 hours session.
The Schedule will be as follows:
Time:Activity:Some basic Skills targeted:
10.00 to 10. 30 PlayGreetings, Turn taking, waiting, getting attention, sharing etc.
10:30 to 11.00Circle timeHello to all friends and staff, taking up a role ( EX. Paper passer, star in charge etc)Understand the rules. Expressing and understanding emotions.
11.00 to 11.30Games
Games like: duck Duck Goose, freeze dance, Red Rover, musical chair etc. understand/follow the rules.
Movement songs (turn taking)
11.30 to 11.45Group activity: Art/ fine motor, puzzles, File folders etc. Sharing, turn taking, waiting, getting attention.
11.45 to 11.55Good bye time.Sharing info about the day. Farewell.
Skills targeted will be individualized.
Some of the skills targeted are pre-requisite for learning further skills.
Communication skills will be automatically addressed as it is very important for social interactions though may not be mentioned in the individual goal for the child.
The children also learn skills like: following directions/ compliance, attending skills,imitation skills etc.
The registration has already started please contact for enrollment and grouping.
Please do not hesitate to contact me any query.
warmly,
Bala
9967485161
Hope you all are doing good.
As you all know, Aspire Education Services provides lot of services for our children.
One of our program is the Social Skills program.
Children learn social skills by taking part in games and other group activities. Social skills are part of our life and it is very important to teach our children these skills.
Dr. Brenda Smith who is an associate professor at the university of Kansas,calls this as Hidden Curriculum. The hidden curriculum refers to the set of rules that everyone knows, but no one has been directly taught. These unwritten social rules need to be taught to our children and we need to make our children understand these rules.
How is this done: A small group of 3 to 4 children who may share a set of social goals are grouped together. They learn to interact with each other and learn social skills.
The social goals for each child is set and progress is monitored by data. As the child masters each goal we add on more social goals that are appropriate for the child.
Social skills goals can be as simple as greetings and farewells to having a conversation.
We are starting the Social skills group from the 10th of July at Lakshya-Ghakopar and will be conducted every saturday. There will be 2 batches 10 to 12 and 1 to 4 Pm.
Only 4 children in a batch. The fees would be Rs. 500 for a 2 hours session.
The Schedule will be as follows:
Time:Activity:Some basic Skills targeted:
10.00 to 10. 30 PlayGreetings, Turn taking, waiting, getting attention, sharing etc.
10:30 to 11.00Circle timeHello to all friends and staff, taking up a role ( EX. Paper passer, star in charge etc)Understand the rules. Expressing and understanding emotions.
11.00 to 11.30Games
Games like: duck Duck Goose, freeze dance, Red Rover, musical chair etc. understand/follow the rules.
Movement songs (turn taking)
11.30 to 11.45Group activity: Art/ fine motor, puzzles, File folders etc. Sharing, turn taking, waiting, getting attention.
11.45 to 11.55Good bye time.Sharing info about the day. Farewell.
Skills targeted will be individualized.
Some of the skills targeted are pre-requisite for learning further skills.
Communication skills will be automatically addressed as it is very important for social interactions though may not be mentioned in the individual goal for the child.
The children also learn skills like: following directions/ compliance, attending skills,imitation skills etc.
The registration has already started please contact for enrollment and grouping.
Please do not hesitate to contact me any query.
warmly,
Bala
9967485161
Remedial Education for Learning Disabilities
The next module of "Certificate in Remedial Education for Learning Disabilities" for parents, teachers and professionals,conducted by SAAHAS ASSESSMENT & REMEDIAL CENTRE to start soon by July end.
This course will enable trainees ( parents, teachers and professionals ) to plan objective based remedial programs and relate it to the curriculum for children who face learning challenges in their school.
Interested participants to contact the below mentioned address for registration and other details.
Regards,
Bharti & Aruna
saahas group
For SAAHAS ASSESSMENT & REMEDIAL CENTRE
13/130 Pragati Society, Link road,
Opp. Charkop Pumping Station, Mahavir nagar
Kandivli West, Mumbai
contact No. 9920064428/ 9223316941
This course will enable trainees ( parents, teachers and professionals ) to plan objective based remedial programs and relate it to the curriculum for children who face learning challenges in their school.
Interested participants to contact the below mentioned address for registration and other details.
Regards,
Bharti & Aruna
saahas group
For SAAHAS ASSESSMENT & REMEDIAL CENTRE
13/130 Pragati Society, Link road,
Opp. Charkop Pumping Station, Mahavir nagar
Kandivli West, Mumbai
contact No. 9920064428/ 9223316941
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Monday, July 5, 2010
Parents support group meeting in June
The next meeting of the parents support group will be
held on 26thJune at 4.30pm at our Dadar center address as follows :-
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
Center for Research and Training
Joseph Cardijn Technical School
5th Gate, 2nd Floor,
Kashabha Jadhav Marg,
Near Naigaon court & Bhiowada Police
Station
Dadar East
Mumbai 400014
Please confirm your participation/ attendance on 65535080to
Mrs Macchi / Mr Manoj
Thank you
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
held on 26thJune at 4.30pm at our Dadar center address as follows :-
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
Center for Research and Training
Joseph Cardijn Technical School
5th Gate, 2nd Floor,
Kashabha Jadhav Marg,
Near Naigaon court & Bhiowada Police
Station
Dadar East
Mumbai 400014
Please confirm your participation/ attendance on 65535080to
Mrs Macchi / Mr Manoj
Thank you
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003,Lala Jamnadas Gupta Marg
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
Tel : 25565754
www.mdamumbai.com
mda@dyslexiaindia.com
" If i can't learn the way you teach, will you teach me the way i can learn ? "
Saturday, June 26, 2010
asperger syndrome
ChildSupport India
To create awareness among the community, we have launched a blog on ‘Asperger Syndrome’. Topics include:
® Identifying ‘Asperger Syndrome’ in a child
® Supporting a child with Asperger Syndrome in a mainstream school
® Sensory overload in Asperger Syndrome
® Bridging the gap between home and school
® Tips for parents
We hope this information will be useful. Please feel free to share your ideas too.
Kind regards,
Mathew Easow
http://blog.childsupport.in
To create awareness among the community, we have launched a blog on ‘Asperger Syndrome’. Topics include:
® Identifying ‘Asperger Syndrome’ in a child
® Supporting a child with Asperger Syndrome in a mainstream school
® Sensory overload in Asperger Syndrome
® Bridging the gap between home and school
® Tips for parents
We hope this information will be useful. Please feel free to share your ideas too.
Kind regards,
Mathew Easow
http://blog.childsupport.in
Friday, June 25, 2010
Workshop postponed
Dear Friends,
The workshop on “HANDLING DENTAL NEEDS IN AUTISM” at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai, to be held on Saturday 26th June 2010, has been postponed due to poor response on accounts of rains.
We will be informing you about the new dates latter.
Thanking You,
Forum For Autism, Mumbai.
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Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
The workshop on “HANDLING DENTAL NEEDS IN AUTISM” at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai, to be held on Saturday 26th June 2010, has been postponed due to poor response on accounts of rains.
We will be informing you about the new dates latter.
Thanking You,
Forum For Autism, Mumbai.
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Innovation Labs' device for special children costs one tenth of mkt price
Publication: Economic Times Mumbai; Date: May 7, 2010; Section: India Emerging; Page: 15
MOTOR MECHANICS
Innovation Labs’ device for special children costs one tenth of mkt price
Ravi Teja Sharma
CHILDREN with cerebral palsy are as intelligent as most other kids, but they lag behind because of their poor motor skills. These children can, however, improve their skills if someone or some external aid can augment their communication abilities. This is where Invention Labs steps in.
The four-year old Chennai-based startup has developed a portable device called AVAZ. A child can interact with the device through motion sensors. A nod of the head in a certain way produces characters on the devices and the prediction engine then helps them construct a sentence. It doesn’t stop here. A text-tospeech engine then reads the sentence aloud. But what makes AVAZ unique is that while the cheapest such device in the US costs upwards of $7,000, Invention Labs sells the same for less than one tenth of that price i.e at Rs 30,000 (under $700).
“A product like AVAZ can help not only cerebral palsy patients but also others who might need alternative communication aids,” says Rajul Padmanabhan, director of Vidya Sagar (earlier Spastics Society of India), a voluntary organisation based in Chennai. According to estimates, about 7% of the population is afflicted by some form of disability of which close to 3% would be cerebral palsy patients.
“R&D has been our bread and butter since we started,” says Aswin Chandrasekaran, who is a 2003 batch engineer from IITMadras. Indeed, the four co-founders of Invention—Ashwin Chandrasekharan, Ajit Narayanan, Mohd Adib Ibrahim and Preetham Shivanna (all IIT Madras grads, though not from the same batch)—decided early that generic product development research and R&D was their forte. After three years of research for other companies, they finally launched their first product AVAZ.
After engineering, all of them had gone their own way. When they started talking again in 2006, they were bit by the innovation bug. “We are modeled on global innovation company 3M. We find ideas, develop them and then market them. We are sector agnostic,” Mr Chandrasekaran says. The company was formed considering the four had varied skill—management, engineering and operations—which would make for a well rounded team. Their journey began as a third party R&D unit. Companies looking for cheap outside research to improve product quality or functionality, would give them contracts. “We concentrated on embedded systems space, mostly electronics, putting intelligence into machines.”
That is how Invention got to work with companies like Vortex, which was developing a rural ATM that runs on solar power. They have also worked with ISRO on control systems for their satellites and with the Army on control systems for its simulators.
In their second year, the company explored the idea of developing products of its own and found an opportunity in cerebral palsy. Since then, they have been working with Vidya Sagar in Chennai, which has helped them in their research.
The team has realised that there could be many more uses of the device. Apart from helping children with cerebral palsy, the device could be used by people with Autism, those who might have lost their ability to communicate due to a stroke, patients who are temporarily disabled post an operation and also older people. The hardware will be the same, while the software applications will differ. Padmanabhan though points out that at present the device can only help those who can read. The software for the product is open source and the algorithms have been developed by the team. Using the device, such children have been able to attend regular school and also interact with their peers.
With its first product in place, and a few more in the development stages, the startup is now looking at raising close to $1 million from venture funds. Earlier it had got seed funding from IIT-Madras’ Rural Technology & Business Incubator (RTBI). Till date, Invention operates out of RTBI.
MOTOR MECHANICS
Innovation Labs’ device for special children costs one tenth of mkt price
Ravi Teja Sharma
CHILDREN with cerebral palsy are as intelligent as most other kids, but they lag behind because of their poor motor skills. These children can, however, improve their skills if someone or some external aid can augment their communication abilities. This is where Invention Labs steps in.
The four-year old Chennai-based startup has developed a portable device called AVAZ. A child can interact with the device through motion sensors. A nod of the head in a certain way produces characters on the devices and the prediction engine then helps them construct a sentence. It doesn’t stop here. A text-tospeech engine then reads the sentence aloud. But what makes AVAZ unique is that while the cheapest such device in the US costs upwards of $7,000, Invention Labs sells the same for less than one tenth of that price i.e at Rs 30,000 (under $700).
“A product like AVAZ can help not only cerebral palsy patients but also others who might need alternative communication aids,” says Rajul Padmanabhan, director of Vidya Sagar (earlier Spastics Society of India), a voluntary organisation based in Chennai. According to estimates, about 7% of the population is afflicted by some form of disability of which close to 3% would be cerebral palsy patients.
“R&D has been our bread and butter since we started,” says Aswin Chandrasekaran, who is a 2003 batch engineer from IITMadras. Indeed, the four co-founders of Invention—Ashwin Chandrasekharan, Ajit Narayanan, Mohd Adib Ibrahim and Preetham Shivanna (all IIT Madras grads, though not from the same batch)—decided early that generic product development research and R&D was their forte. After three years of research for other companies, they finally launched their first product AVAZ.
After engineering, all of them had gone their own way. When they started talking again in 2006, they were bit by the innovation bug. “We are modeled on global innovation company 3M. We find ideas, develop them and then market them. We are sector agnostic,” Mr Chandrasekaran says. The company was formed considering the four had varied skill—management, engineering and operations—which would make for a well rounded team. Their journey began as a third party R&D unit. Companies looking for cheap outside research to improve product quality or functionality, would give them contracts. “We concentrated on embedded systems space, mostly electronics, putting intelligence into machines.”
That is how Invention got to work with companies like Vortex, which was developing a rural ATM that runs on solar power. They have also worked with ISRO on control systems for their satellites and with the Army on control systems for its simulators.
In their second year, the company explored the idea of developing products of its own and found an opportunity in cerebral palsy. Since then, they have been working with Vidya Sagar in Chennai, which has helped them in their research.
The team has realised that there could be many more uses of the device. Apart from helping children with cerebral palsy, the device could be used by people with Autism, those who might have lost their ability to communicate due to a stroke, patients who are temporarily disabled post an operation and also older people. The hardware will be the same, while the software applications will differ. Padmanabhan though points out that at present the device can only help those who can read. The software for the product is open source and the algorithms have been developed by the team. Using the device, such children have been able to attend regular school and also interact with their peers.
With its first product in place, and a few more in the development stages, the startup is now looking at raising close to $1 million from venture funds. Earlier it had got seed funding from IIT-Madras’ Rural Technology & Business Incubator (RTBI). Till date, Invention operates out of RTBI.
Survey :Experiences of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders in India
Survey :Experiences of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders in India
Dear friends,
A sincere request to you all....one of our close friends an occupational therapist whom most of you know Ms. Ashwini V. is pursuing her doctorate in the US and as part of her project need has forwarded an online survery for us to fill up and send to her urgently. I am requesting you to please take out 10 minutes to kindly follow the instructions given and do the needful for her to be successful in her endeavour for our kids....Please find details below...
Requesting schools and centres I have marked to please forward to your respective active parent ids for them to please fill up, this is Mumbai specific.......Also those of you who can forward the survey to other parents of children with autism kindly do so...she needs maximum number of replies asap....
Thanks,
Warm regards,
Chitra
Dear Parents,
I am currently at the University of Southern California pursuing a doctoral degree in occupational therapy. As part of my curriculum, I have undertaken a project to understand the needs and experiences of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders in India.
I would have been happier to do this in person, in India. However university requirements require me to be here and hence I am doing this via a web based survey.
I hereby request you to kindly take some time off your busy schedule and fill the survey with as much depth and detail as possible.
Thanking you in anticipation
Sincerely,
Ashwini Vaishampayan
University of Southern California
Here is the Survey link:
https://usccollege.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_dhZLq0OJCMHziEA
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Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Dear friends,
A sincere request to you all....one of our close friends an occupational therapist whom most of you know Ms. Ashwini V. is pursuing her doctorate in the US and as part of her project need has forwarded an online survery for us to fill up and send to her urgently. I am requesting you to please take out 10 minutes to kindly follow the instructions given and do the needful for her to be successful in her endeavour for our kids....Please find details below...
Requesting schools and centres I have marked to please forward to your respective active parent ids for them to please fill up, this is Mumbai specific.......Also those of you who can forward the survey to other parents of children with autism kindly do so...she needs maximum number of replies asap....
Thanks,
Warm regards,
Chitra
Dear Parents,
I am currently at the University of Southern California pursuing a doctoral degree in occupational therapy. As part of my curriculum, I have undertaken a project to understand the needs and experiences of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders in India.
I would have been happier to do this in person, in India. However university requirements require me to be here and hence I am doing this via a web based survey.
I hereby request you to kindly take some time off your busy schedule and fill the survey with as much depth and detail as possible.
Thanking you in anticipation
Sincerely,
Ashwini Vaishampayan
University of Southern California
Here is the Survey link:
https://usccollege.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_dhZLq0OJCMHziEA
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Coping with Behaviour Issues in the Home
EXCITING JULY WORKSHOPS from MDA
HANDLING BEHAVIOURAL ISSUES IN THE CLASSROOM
A Full Day Workshop by Shamim Shahi
Workshop 1 - For Teachers:
Date: 9th July 2010
Time: 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. (Registration closes at 9.55 a.m.)
Venue: VICTORIA MEMORIAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
73,Tardeo Road, Opp Tardeo AC market, Mumbai 400034.
(Tel: 23532979).
Workshop 2 - For Parents:
Coping with Behaviour Issues in the Home
Date: 10th July 2010
Time: 3.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m.
Venue: Maharashtra Dyslexia Association Centre for Research & Training in
Learning Differences,
C/o Joseph Cardijn Technical School (Gate # 5),
Kashaba Jadhav Marg,
Dadar (E), Mumbai – 400014.
Please send email or call on 25565754 for more details
Thanks
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003,Amit Park, Lala Jamnadas Gupta Road
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
email : mda@dyslexiaindia.com
web : www.mdamumbai.com
Tel : 25565754
Internal Virus Database is out of date.
Checked by AVG - www.avg.com
Version: 9.0.819 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2908 - Release Date: 05/31/10 07:25:00
HANDLING BEHAVIOURAL ISSUES IN THE CLASSROOM
A Full Day Workshop by Shamim Shahi
Workshop 1 - For Teachers:
Date: 9th July 2010
Time: 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. (Registration closes at 9.55 a.m.)
Venue: VICTORIA MEMORIAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
73,Tardeo Road, Opp Tardeo AC market, Mumbai 400034.
(Tel: 23532979).
Workshop 2 - For Parents:
Coping with Behaviour Issues in the Home
Date: 10th July 2010
Time: 3.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m.
Venue: Maharashtra Dyslexia Association Centre for Research & Training in
Learning Differences,
C/o Joseph Cardijn Technical School (Gate # 5),
Kashaba Jadhav Marg,
Dadar (E), Mumbai – 400014.
Please send email or call on 25565754 for more details
Thanks
Divya Balgi
Administrator
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
003,Amit Park, Lala Jamnadas Gupta Road
Deonar ,Mumbai 400088
email : mda@dyslexiaindia.com
web : www.mdamumbai.com
Tel : 25565754
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Checked by AVG - www.avg.com
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Daily intensive early intervention program for children with Autism.
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Aspire Education Services
(A behavioral approach to learning)
We are glad to announce Daily intensive early intervention program for children with Autism.
At
Lakshya Rehabilitation center
205AA, L.B.S. Road, Nithyanand Nagar, Nr. Shreyas Junction, Ghatkopar(W),Mumbai-86.
Special features:
All programs are based on the principles of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Individualized program based on the child’s needs.
Every day programs with behavior therapist, Occupational therapist and speech therapist.
Only 4 children will be taken in a batch.
Starting from 1st July.
Contact us at 9967485161 for more details.
Other Service provided by AES:
Behavior Therapy
Social skills Group
Communication Skills
Special Education Services
Workshop for professionals
Training in ABA, AVB, PECS etc.
Parent child training program
Parents support group
School visit/consultation
Classroom modifications/assistance/facilitations for children
Assessment, Recommendation and home programs.
For more details and appointments please contact:
Mrs. Bala Swaminathan. Behavior therapist and Special Educator at 9967485161
E mail: aspiedu@gmail.com
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Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Aspire Education Services
(A behavioral approach to learning)
We are glad to announce Daily intensive early intervention program for children with Autism.
At
Lakshya Rehabilitation center
205AA, L.B.S. Road, Nithyanand Nagar, Nr. Shreyas Junction, Ghatkopar(W),Mumbai-86.
Special features:
All programs are based on the principles of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Individualized program based on the child’s needs.
Every day programs with behavior therapist, Occupational therapist and speech therapist.
Only 4 children will be taken in a batch.
Starting from 1st July.
Contact us at 9967485161 for more details.
Other Service provided by AES:
Behavior Therapy
Social skills Group
Communication Skills
Special Education Services
Workshop for professionals
Training in ABA, AVB, PECS etc.
Parent child training program
Parents support group
School visit/consultation
Classroom modifications/assistance/facilitations for children
Assessment, Recommendation and home programs.
For more details and appointments please contact:
Mrs. Bala Swaminathan. Behavior therapist and Special Educator at 9967485161
E mail: aspiedu@gmail.com
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Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
handling dental needs in Autism
forumforautism
REGISTERED UNDER THE SOCIETIES REGISTRATION ACT, 1860 VIDE REGN. NO. 31/2002
REGISTERED UNDER THE INDIAN TRUST ACT,1950 VIDE REGN. NO. F 23880, 11/4/2002
forumforautism@gmail.com Tel : 022-32949595
in association with
Department of Pediatrics,
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital, Sion
Presents
WORKSHOP ON HANDLING DENTAL NEEDS IN AUTISM
Faculty
Dr. Meenakshi S. Kher
Date of WORKSHOP
26th June, 2010
Topic
How to handle dental needs of children with autism of various age groups
Timings
2 pm to 4 pm
Venue
R. No. 115, Pediatric Seminar Hall, First Floor, College Building, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital (Sion Hospital), Sion, Mumbai – 400022.
To be attended by
Language of workshop
Parents & Professionals dealing with Autism
Hindi and English
Amount Payable per parent or professional
No fees
Forum For Autism, ground floor, Sorabh House, Garden View Lane, Off Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai 5.
Dr. Meenakshi Kher has the following to her credit:
· She graduated from the Government Dental College & Hospital (Mumbai) in 1991 followed by a Masters degree in Pediatric Dentistry from the Nair Hospital Dental College (Mumbai).
· She then established the ‘HAPPY TOOTH CLINIC’.
· The practice, one of the first of its kinds in the country, is dedicated exclusively to the dental needs of children.
Pioneered the field of Pediatric Dental practice in India.
· Over the years, Dr. Meenakshi’s passion and commitment to treating children has ensured that several thousands of children have successfully received quality dental care at the centre.
· She takes a special interest in treating children who are differently abled and with special needs.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Aspire Education Services
(A behavioral approach to learning)
We are glad to announce Daily intensive early intervention program for children with Autism.
At
Lakshya Rehabilitation center
205AA, L.B.S. Road, Nithyanand Nagar, Nr. Shreyas Junction, Ghatkopar(W),Mumbai-86.
Special features:
All programs are based on the principles of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Individualized program based on the child’s needs.
Every day programs with behavior therapist, Occupational therapist and speech therapist.
Only 4 children will be taken in a batch.
Starting from 1st July.
Contact us at 9967485161 for more details.
Other Service provided by AES:
Behavior Therapy
Social skills Group
Communication Skills
Special Education Services
Workshop for professionals
Training in ABA, AVB, PECS etc.
Parent child training program
Parents support group
School visit/consultation
Classroom modifications/assistance/facilitations for children
Assessment, Recommendation and home programs.
For more details and appointments please contact:
Mrs. Bala Swaminathan. Behavior therapist and Special Educator at 9967485161
E mail: aspiedu@gmail.com
--
Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
REGISTERED UNDER THE SOCIETIES REGISTRATION ACT, 1860 VIDE REGN. NO. 31/2002
REGISTERED UNDER THE INDIAN TRUST ACT,1950 VIDE REGN. NO. F 23880, 11/4/2002
forumforautism@gmail.com Tel : 022-32949595
in association with
Department of Pediatrics,
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital, Sion
Presents
WORKSHOP ON HANDLING DENTAL NEEDS IN AUTISM
Faculty
Dr. Meenakshi S. Kher
Date of WORKSHOP
26th June, 2010
Topic
How to handle dental needs of children with autism of various age groups
Timings
2 pm to 4 pm
Venue
R. No. 115, Pediatric Seminar Hall, First Floor, College Building, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital (Sion Hospital), Sion, Mumbai – 400022.
To be attended by
Language of workshop
Parents & Professionals dealing with Autism
Hindi and English
Amount Payable per parent or professional
No fees
Forum For Autism, ground floor, Sorabh House, Garden View Lane, Off Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai 5.
Dr. Meenakshi Kher has the following to her credit:
· She graduated from the Government Dental College & Hospital (Mumbai) in 1991 followed by a Masters degree in Pediatric Dentistry from the Nair Hospital Dental College (Mumbai).
· She then established the ‘HAPPY TOOTH CLINIC’.
· The practice, one of the first of its kinds in the country, is dedicated exclusively to the dental needs of children.
Pioneered the field of Pediatric Dental practice in India.
· Over the years, Dr. Meenakshi’s passion and commitment to treating children has ensured that several thousands of children have successfully received quality dental care at the centre.
· She takes a special interest in treating children who are differently abled and with special needs.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Aspire Education Services
(A behavioral approach to learning)
We are glad to announce Daily intensive early intervention program for children with Autism.
At
Lakshya Rehabilitation center
205AA, L.B.S. Road, Nithyanand Nagar, Nr. Shreyas Junction, Ghatkopar(W),Mumbai-86.
Special features:
All programs are based on the principles of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Individualized program based on the child’s needs.
Every day programs with behavior therapist, Occupational therapist and speech therapist.
Only 4 children will be taken in a batch.
Starting from 1st July.
Contact us at 9967485161 for more details.
Other Service provided by AES:
Behavior Therapy
Social skills Group
Communication Skills
Special Education Services
Workshop for professionals
Training in ABA, AVB, PECS etc.
Parent child training program
Parents support group
School visit/consultation
Classroom modifications/assistance/facilitations for children
Assessment, Recommendation and home programs.
For more details and appointments please contact:
Mrs. Bala Swaminathan. Behavior therapist and Special Educator at 9967485161
E mail: aspiedu@gmail.com
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Forum For Autism(FFA) parent support group Mumbai: www.forumforautism.net
www.autism-india.org
the parent body for Autism in India
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Forum For Autism- Participation in Mumbai Marathon – Sunday 17th Jan 2010
Forum For Autism- Participation in Mumbai Marathon – Sunday 17th Jan 2010
Hello friends,
On 17th January 2010 we will be running the Mumbai Marathon again… As you already know we are supporting the cause of increasing awareness on Autism.
We are trying to raise funds for the Forum for Autism that helps in creating awareness and also actively participates in helping parents of children affected with this disorder. The Forum for Autism, is a parent support group, a registered Charitable Trust, formed to help out parents of Autistic children in our society.
United Way of Mumbai is the Official Charity Partner to the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2010.
Why do we run the marathon year after year? Because this provides us with a platform to spread awareness about Autism which in turn can help make a difference to the lives of the underprivileged. And this can be achieved by raising pledges.
Pledge raising is when we ask you – friends, family and colleagues to support our run by donating money to the good cause that we have chosen.
We request you to help us by donating for this cause of Autism awareness so that millions of children can be helped with proper diagnosis and early intervention. For donations you can send a cheque payable to “United Way of Mumbai” and courier it to the following address:
Sanjeev Kapoor
C-18, Dalia Estate, Near Fun Republic,
Off New Link Road, Andheri (W),
Mumbai – 400 053
India
Alternatively
You can click on the following link and also donate online…
http://www.unitedwaymumbai.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=146&popup=1&template_id=81
All donations for the Stanchart Marathon are exempt under Sec 80G of the income Tax Act. You will get your receipt and tax deduction certificate after you make a donation for Sanjeev Kapoor’s cause “Forum for Autism”. You can donate as less as you wish or Rs. 500 or any amount you wish to donate for the cause of autism.
Looking forward to a favourable response and thanks in advance for your support.
Warm regards,
Alyona and Sanjeev Kapoor
Hello friends,
On 17th January 2010 we will be running the Mumbai Marathon again… As you already know we are supporting the cause of increasing awareness on Autism.
We are trying to raise funds for the Forum for Autism that helps in creating awareness and also actively participates in helping parents of children affected with this disorder. The Forum for Autism, is a parent support group, a registered Charitable Trust, formed to help out parents of Autistic children in our society.
United Way of Mumbai is the Official Charity Partner to the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2010.
Why do we run the marathon year after year? Because this provides us with a platform to spread awareness about Autism which in turn can help make a difference to the lives of the underprivileged. And this can be achieved by raising pledges.
Pledge raising is when we ask you – friends, family and colleagues to support our run by donating money to the good cause that we have chosen.
We request you to help us by donating for this cause of Autism awareness so that millions of children can be helped with proper diagnosis and early intervention. For donations you can send a cheque payable to “United Way of Mumbai” and courier it to the following address:
Sanjeev Kapoor
C-18, Dalia Estate, Near Fun Republic,
Off New Link Road, Andheri (W),
Mumbai – 400 053
India
Alternatively
You can click on the following link and also donate online…
http://www.unitedwaymumbai.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=146&popup=1&template_id=81
All donations for the Stanchart Marathon are exempt under Sec 80G of the income Tax Act. You will get your receipt and tax deduction certificate after you make a donation for Sanjeev Kapoor’s cause “Forum for Autism”. You can donate as less as you wish or Rs. 500 or any amount you wish to donate for the cause of autism.
Looking forward to a favourable response and thanks in advance for your support.
Warm regards,
Alyona and Sanjeev Kapoor
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