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This information exchange, sponsored by Reach, is by parents for parents. It's content is guided by Reach's mission to provide choices for families, be family centered, facilitate inclusion, and exist as a quality resource. The information is meant to meet the needs of a multitude of families' interests. We caution readers that Reach does not investigate all claims, and that claims made are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by Reach. Readers are encouraged to undertake further investigation on their own of items noted.
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 Reach News -
REACH is the charity of choice for the summer 2011 Tsawwassen Outdoor Movie Nights Events. That means that all money raised through fundraising efforts at these events will go towards Reach's Building for Children Together campaign to build a new child development centre in Ladner. Come for a night of fun for the whole family and support a great cause! Bring your blankets, pillows & chairs & some extra cash for goodies to purchase, (there will also be a 50/50 draw for a chance to win some cash). Hope to see you all there!
- TOY STORY Saturday, August 6 · 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Diefenbaker Park, Tsawwassen
- HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON Saturday, August 20 · 6:30pm, Tsawwassen Town Centre mall, 56th street Tsawwassen
- ET Saturday, September 3 · 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Diefenbaker park, Tsawwassen
- We are looking for volunteers to help us out at these fun events selling popcorn, snacks and drinks to the crowd, selling 50/50 tickets, helping at the children's crafts table or to help clean up after the movie. Volunteers get their very own green Reach t-shirt & some other goodies. If you would like to help please contact Cathy at 604-946-6622 ext. 337 or email Cathy for details. Thanks!
- We're building a child development centre in the heart of the community. Click here to find out how you can help.
Click here to see our WEBSITE!
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Help a Parent?
- Does anyone know a good paediatrician in the Langley area? and has anyone heard of Dr. Poynter? or worked with her? I'm also looking for contacts for SCD and a good SLP in the Langley area. Please respond to Cyndi here
- A mom is looking for a psychiatrist for her young teenage son who is suffering from anxiety. Does anyone have a psychiatrist that you would recommend for a high functioning child with autism in the Lower mainland. Please respond to Cyndi here
- I am working at a day camp with the Richmond Centre for Disabilities. They
have been running a low-cost day camp for children for the past ten years.
Currently we have 26 kids there each week, 23 children with Autism and 3
children with other issues. The camp is non-profit and we charge the parents only $80/week. But the problem that I am faced with is we have very few supplies and not enough funds to buys everything that we need or want.
Previous years we have had several higher functioning children and have been
able to cope but this year our demographics are different and we could use a donation of any toys that would be helpful. I have a list of toys from a behavioral consultant that one of the parents sent in:
"You would benefit from more materials such as leggo, a train set, a car mat
with cars, car garage, pretend play cloths, books, simple puzzles, shape
sorters, balls, hula hoops, simple games such as bean bag toss, crocodile
dentist, Bukaroo, Pig goes Pop, Bingo, Sequence sets, Mr. Potato Head,
Snakes and Ladders, Twister, Candyland, arts and crafts materials, etc.Thank you
Lisa Woo Click here to email Lisa
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Autism - What are social thinking challenges? by Michelle Garcia Winner. Simply put, social thinking is our innate ability to think through and apply information to succeed in situations that require social knowledge. Social thinking is a form of intelligence that is key to learning concepts and integrating information across a variety of settings; academic, social, home and community. Limited abilities for learning and/or applying socially relevant information can be considered a social thinking learning disability. Click here to read more
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- Making the transition from the world of school into the world of work by Dr. Temple Grandin. I would like to stress the importance of a gradual transition from an educational setting into a career. I made the transition gradually. My present career of designing livestock facilities is based on an old childhood fixation. I used that fixation to motivate me to become an expert on cattle handling. Equipment I have designed is in all the major meat plants. I have also stimulated the meat industry to recognize the importance of humane treatment of livestock. While I was in college I started visiting local feedlots and meat packing plants. This enabled me to learn about the industry. Click here to read more!
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- For Some With Autism, Jobs to Match Their Talents. Steen B. Iversen tests mobile phones for the Danish telecommunications firm TDC. Before landing his job two and a half years ago, Iversen, 50, who has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, spent more than 12 years looking for work. "It's always been somewhat traumatizing," he said. "I have had jobs, but I always got fired. People would laugh about me behind my back and laugh at me to my face. Those problems have more or less been a problem for me from childhood." Click here to read more
- A "better" set of problems by Jo Ashline. When my world came crashing down around me that unassuming March day six years ago, I could see nothing past Autism. It began to suffocate me the minute the doctors bluntly uttered the word; a word that gave life to a burden I did not believe I could bear. I choked every time I said it out loud, and as family and friends offered their awkward condolences, I screamed on the inside about the unfairness of our fate. Click here to read more of this inspiring story!
- National Autism Association Applauds Approval of Medical Diagnostic Code for Wandering. In a meeting of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) held earlier this week, the approval of a new medical diagnosis code for Wandering was announced by Dr. Coleen Boyle of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). When implemented in October, the new code will be listed as V40.31 - Wandering in Diseases Classified Elsewhere. Click here to read more
- The Flutie Family Safe & Secure Project is a partnership between the Flutie Foundation, LoJack SafetyNet and Northeastern Fence & Supply in an effort to help those with autism who tend to wander. Through this partnership, the Foundation and LoJack SafetyNet will be donating a limited quantity of SafetyNet Bracelets and one-year subscriptions to the SafetyNet service covering the initial registration fee of $99 and one year of service ($360 value) to caregivers of individuals with autism in New England with a history of wandering who could not otherwise afford them. LoJack SafetyNet enables public safety agencies to more quickly find and rescue individuals with cognitive conditions who are prone to wandering and becoming lost. The service is comprised of a SafetyNet Bracelet worn by a client that emits Radio Frequency signals, which can be tracked by local public safety officials via their SafetyNet Search and Rescue Receivers. Click here to read some rescue stories! Click here for more information about the Doug Flutie Foundation
- Letter to National Autism Center. Here is a copy of the letter sent to the National Autism Center in the US from the Paediatric OT Council of BC. The letter was written by the OT council of BC after they were notified of my blog on "Science: Failing our Children" written on May 21st. Re: National Autism Center's National Standards Report - the facts behind the 'science' from an occupational therapy perspective. The Paediatric OT Council of BC (POTC) represents occupational therapists working with children and youth throughout British Columbia. We are the members of the POTC Autism Advisory Committee and, as such, advise on issues relevant to occupational therapists working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the province.Click here to read more
- Sunday September 25, 2011 at the Nat Bailey Stadium Walk Now for Autism Speaks are fun-filled, family friendly events that bring together members from across the autism stakeholder community. Families, friends, teachers, service providers, corporate teams, researchers - all walking together to raise money to fund vital research, support family services programs, and raising awareness about autism and the issues facing local, provincial and national communities.Click here for more information
- Call for Submissions & Nominations: Children, Teens and Adults on the Autistic Spectrum. 2nd Annual 2011 International Naturally Autistic People Awards and Convention Sept 23 - 25, 2011 Vancouver, B.C. Canada. Our International Awards and Convention celebrates the accomplishments, talents and abilities of autistic people throughout the world. We welcome members of autistic communities everywhere to participate in this event. The general public is invited to experience firsthand the real life potential of autistic people in our communities. Our awards and convention also feature successful autistic adults conducting workshops in their area of expertise. For more information please visit Naturally Autistic
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ADD/ADHD - ADHD Toys: Top 10 Educational Games for Kids. ADD/ADHD kids may learn in the classroom, but school doesn't have to be their only form of education. Check out these 10 ADD-friendly toys that will help your ADHD child focus, learn problem-solving skills, and most of all, have fun! Click here to read more
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Central Auditory Processing Disorders (CAPD) and ADHD. Everything you need to know about central auditory processing disorders (CAPD) -- including a symptoms checklist and information on diagnosis and treatment. Plus, how adults with CAPD and ADD/ADHD can use auditory processing activities and strategies to improve communication. Click here to read more
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- Rodent of the Week: Ritalin and Prozac -- a troubling combo for children? Taking Ritalin and Prozac together during adolescence appears to set in motion subtle changes in brain function that, in adulthood, makes an individual more sensitive to reward as well as to stress, and more likely to exhibit the pessimism and hopelessness seen in depression, concluded the study, published this week in the Journal of Neuroscience. Click here to read more
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Down Syndrome
- Mock my pants, not my sister. The following was written by Brian Skotko, MD, MPP, a Physician at Children's Hospital Boston's Down Syndrome Program. It's in response to a feature in GQ magazine that used insensitive language. On July 15, John B. Thompson of GQ magazine slammed Bostonians as the worst dressed in the nation. Evidently, our beloved Beantown is actually a "bad-taste storm sewer" where all the worst fashion ideas come to "stagnate and putrefy." He further decries, "Boston suffers from a kind of Style Down Syndrome , where a little extra ends up ruining everything." Click here to read his response!
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Down Syndrome Research Foundation presents Music in Motion Workshop. Music in Motion is a workshop led by professional musicians who lead participants through a gallery of musical instruments (keyboard, guitar, maracas, shakers, drums, etc.) This program consists of reciprocal conversation about music, show and tell, and a sing-along.
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Monday, August 15, 2011 - 10:00am - Friday, August 19, 2011 - 12:00pm
Date: Five sessions from August 15th - August 19th, 10:00AM - Noon
Location: Down Syndrome Research Foundation (Burnaby Location), 1409 Sperling Avenue, Burnaby BC
Cost: $220
To register for the workshop please call Hina Mahmood at 604-444-3773 or Click here to email
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DSRF is expanding to Abbotsford, BC! DSRF is expanding to the city where "dreams and families grow" in Abbotsford, BC! We have recently been fielding many calls and emails from families living in the Fraser Valley area who are interested in our educational programs, but are unable to make the long commute to our Burnaby facility. Click here to learn more.
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FASD - Alcohol damages DNA of unborn children beyond repair, says study. Scientist have identified the precise molecular mechanism leading to the breakdown of the body's natural defences that protect DNA against harm from excessive alcohol. Binge drinking can cause permanent genetic damage especially to the unborn children of women in the earliest stage of pregnancy, according to a study which shows for the first time how alcohol destroys DNA.Click here to read more
- Langley - FASD adoptive and foster parents. Monthly support group meetings for those with children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Info: Jamie, 604-530-5917.
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Medical - Teen Screen: Should We Be Testing for Mental Illness? The push is on to early identify youth with mental disorders. Do we really know how? Fourth in a series on medical screening. Most parents believe that they'd be the first to know if their child was depressed or at risk for suicide. Yet according to a group promoting teen mental illness screening, such as the Teen Screen National Centre for Mental Health Checkups at Columbia University, "80 per cent of mentally ill youth are not identified and do not receive services." Click here to read more
- Omega-3 Reduces Anxiety And Inflammation In Healthy Students. A new study gauging the impact of consuming more fish oil showed a marked reduction both in inflammation and, surprisingly, in anxiety among a cohort of healthy young people.Click here to read more
- We are pleased to announce the third annual Rare Disease Foundation Family Picnic. Sunday August 28 from 11- 3 Maritime Museum, Vancouver
Fun, food, raffle prizes! This is a special occasion for parents who have children with rare diseases to meet with other parents and other children. It will also be a great opportunity for the whole Rare Disease Foundation community to meet, socialize and have fun! We are inviting parents, friends, neighbours, relatives, medical workers and researchers and their families to come together. There will be free admission to the Maritime Museum for picnic attendees. Come on out and have a great time! We would appreciate knowing numbers to arrange for food so please RSVP here We look forward to hearing from you. Rosemarie Rupps, MSc, CGC
Genetic Counsellor
Rare Disease Foundation
- Stress and Youth Part 1: Recently I had the opportunity to view "Race to Nowhere: The Dark Side of America's Achievement Culture," a riveting documentary that is receiving much-deserved publicity throughout the United States. Concerned school and community groups have arranged to show this movie as a catalyst for parents, educators, childcare professionals, and community members to engage in a dialogue about the epidemic of unrealistic expectations, pressures, and stresses that are confronting today's youth. I watched the movie with hundreds of others at the Charles River School in Dover, Massachusetts and then served as the moderator for the lively discussion that followed. Click here to read more
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Education
- Change & Anxiety; Supporting Students Through Transitions. Leaps from middle to high school or high school to college, in particular, are periods of tremendous growth and challenge for teenagers. While these transitions are essential and often positive, they can be accompanied by anxiety and tension for students and parents. Click here to read more.
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Technology
- An Ex-Pixar Designer Creates Astounding Kids' Book On iPad.
"The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore" is like a well-written bedtime story and an immersive animated movie at once. E-books are already a fraught subject for many readers, writers, publishers and designers, but children's e-books are even more so. Is it rotting their minds? Is it as good as good ol' paper? Is it too interactive for their own good? Obviously there are no practical answers to such questions, but at least one children's e-book/app/thingie (what do we call these things, again?) is doing it very, very right. It's called "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore," and it's like a well-written bedtime story and an immersive animated movie at once -- without being "too much" of either. Click here to read more and see the video!
- New mobile app to give people with autism a voice. Lisa Domican has created an app that aims to revolutionise how people with autism communicate with others based on the principle of picture exchange communication. Domican says the inspiration for the app came to her as her daughter Grace, who has autism, needed to use picture cards known as PECs (picture exchange communication) to communicate with people but they would often get damaged or lost. Click here to read more.
- Technology being used to build bridges with autistic children. Digger has a tough time breaking out of his world and expressing what's on his mind. A group of autistic grade-school children have been a part of an innovative new research study at the University of Utah that uses computers to help them express themselves. Teaming up with Google, the program uses 3-D software that typically is used by architects and video game designers. One other benefit is that Google SketchUp is offered free to the public. Google also provides software experts to U. staff. Click here to read more
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- From Cyndi at MOMS: Received a phone call from AFU today indicating that the powers of be have agreed to approve iPADs under the AFU funding, but there are some conditions.... a family may purchase either an iPad or a computer once every three years or if you have purchased a computer and a professional will support the use of an iPad as an augmentative communication device then AFU may agree to allow a family to do this on a case by case basis. I was also told that anyone that purchased an iPad in the last few months may apply to have the funds reimbursed, but double check with AFU on this as I can't remember the time line. Apparently they are approving them now....so good luck and keep us posted on the success you have with them Click here to email MOMS
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Ministry Information
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Workshops and Training -
Deltassist presents
FAIR 1 (Freedom From Abuse In Relationships) A GROUP FOR WOMEN
Living with abuse and violence can harm one physically, emotionally and mentally. Everyone has a right to a safe and healthy relationship that is free from violence and fear.
Topics included in the Group will be:
- Types of abuse and the cycle of abuse
- Why does abuse happen?
- Why do women continue to stay in abusive relationships?
- Self esteem
- Stress Management
- Relaxation techniques /self awareness
- Boundary setting
- Assertiveness
- Anger-Triggers and coping
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Wednesday Evenings: 5:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m
Starting Wednesday July 20th to
Wednesday October 5th , 2011
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For Further information and registration,
Please call Ravi @ 604 -594-3455 ext 152 or
Call Parminder @ 604-594-3455 ext 139.
Click here for more information
Wednesday Evenings: 5-7 pm Starting August 10th to September 28th , 2011
*Pre-registration required*
For further information or to register please call:
Alcohol and Drug Intake @ 604-594-3455 Ext. 108,
Leave your name and contact number, and indicate your interest in the Alcohol and Drug Education Group.
Location of workshop: The Deltassist office at - 9097-120th Street, North Delta, BC . Click here for more information -
ACT WORKSHOP Addressing Autism Across the Lifespan: A Symposium on Building a British Columbia Where Adults with ASD Can Thrive. Opening presentation by Dr. Anthony Bailey, UBC With panel members: Dr. David Batstone, Dr. Jill Calder, Dr. Jonathan Down, Dr. Suzanne Jacobsen, Tamara Kulusic,Chris McIntosh and Arlene Zuckernick
Friday, September 9th, 2011
Registration: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Workshop: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC
Early Bird Deadline - August 4th, 2011Click here for more information
- Putting the "Fun" in Functional: Effective Treatment for Toddlers with Autism
Children are being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder as young as 18 months
old. The traditional structure and focus of ABA based therapies need to be modified to
target the specific needs of this young population. This introductory workshop is
designed for parents of recently diagnosed children with Autism who wish to learn
more about Autism, identifying goals appropriate for this age group, and strategies on
effective ways to interact with young toddlers with Autism. Examples of key
components of a toddler program are referencing, eye contact, social referencing and
developing a social relationship with the child.
Date: September 28, 2011 Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: ABA Learning Centre
1110-6900 Graybar Road
Richmond, BC
To Register please contact Tricia Bailey via EMAIL or phone: 604-232-4122
- Great Expectations: South Delta BABY FAIR! Saturday October 1, 2011
- 10am - 2 pm Ladner Community Centre - 4734 51st Street, Ladner
- This event is free for those who are expecting a baby, for those who have a new baby, and for all who are supporting families with very young children.
Over 20 exhibitors featuring trendy and useful products, tons of prizes, local programs, services and resources and fabulous demonstrations, such as Baby Massage instruction! - Contact Muriel Kerr at 604.267.7380 or email here to receive more
information.
- Whole Health for the Whole Family: A Family Nutrition and Physical Health Workshop
Whole Foods for the Whole Family Workshop is designed to give families an
introduction to optimal health and wellbeing through food, environment and
physical health.Here is what you will learn:
. The building blocks for optimal nutrition
. The foods to enjoy and the foods to avoid
. Why to eat and what to eat with seasonal organic foods
. The power of role modeling
. Keys to successful meal planning and staying within a budget
. Autism and the diet connection
. Recipes for success
. The importance of physical health
Date: October 11, 2011 Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: ABA Learning Centre
1110-6900 Graybar Road
Richmond, BC
To Register please contact Tricia Bailey via EMAIL or phone: 604-232-4122 - BCACL is happy to announce The Ripple Effect 7: a retreat for families supporting a child with special needs, coming October 14 - 16 2011. This fall's retreat will be held at the Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort in the West Kootenays.
The Ripple Effect is a chance for families to join facilitators from the BC Association for Community Living and other families from across B.C. for a FREE thought-provoking and educational retreat, exploring the power of advocacy and community development. Families who attend will learn about the history of the community living movement, learn concepts of community development, individual advocacy, and systems change, and learn practical steps to help advocate for their children.
For full details and to register, Click here!
- Save the date! Speaking of Kids 2011, Friday Oct 21
Speaking of Kids conference 2011 is being held in Vancouver, BC, at Killarney Secondary School on October 21, 2011 (a province wide teacher's professional development day).
Everyone attending will be treated to some surprises. The day will start out with everyone receiving 'goodie bags' plus having their name automatically entered into a draw for a gift..
The 'Teacher Talk' series with Dr. Sam Goldstein, will kick off the morning. Following that will be a refreshment break (free refreshments provided) and then back to the auditorium for the guest speaker, Cloris Leachman!
Ms Leachman will then move to a different room for autographs (available for all conference registrants). LDAV conference committee members are fast at work obtaining 'goodie-bag' items and a raffle draw prize. This year's event will be the best one yet! Click here for registration and more information - October 21, 2011 Pro-D Day Speaker: "How To Reach The Stuggling Student: Providing Brain -Based Instruction To Accommodate Learning Difficulties" will be presented by Dr. James B. Hale Associate Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology at the University of Victoria. This speaking engagement is hosted by the Learning Disabilities Association - Fraser South Chapter on Oct 21, 2011 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. and is open to all teachers and parents. Registration is available by calling 604-591-5156 or emailing to info@ldafs.org. Cost $20.00.
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- US Autism & Asperger Association 2011 World Conference & Expo 6th Annual ConferenceOctober 27-30, Seattle, Washington CLICK HERE for conference information.
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Fifth National Biennial Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal
Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Social Justice - Moving Forward
April 18 - 21, 2012
The Hyatt Regency Vancouver, British Columbia Click here for more information
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Seasonal - The Autism Funding Unit has approved our Summer Martial Arts & Life Skills Program (Camp) for funding!
Sirota's Alchymy will be hosting a week long intensive Martial Arts & Life Skills Program for children with various special needs from Monday, August 15th to Friday, August 19th. The cost is $210. Please note that we only have a few spots available for the camp!
To register or for additional information, please email here or 604-244-8842. For children who are not active students at our Centre, an assessment will also be required prior to registering.
- We are pleased to announce the third annual Rare Disease Foundation Family Picnic. Sunday August 28 from 11- 3 Maritime Museum, Vancouver Fun, food, raffle prizes! This is a special occasion for parents who have children with rare diseases to meet with other parents and other children. It will also be a great opportunity for the whole Rare Disease Foundation community to meet, socialize and have fun! We are inviting parents, friends, neighbours, relatives, medical workers and researchers and their families to come together. There will be free admission to the Maritime Museum for picnic attendees. Come on out and have a great time! We would appreciate knowing numbers to arrange for food so please RSVP Click here to email We look forward to hearing from you. Rosemarie Rupps, MSc, CGC
Genetic Counsellor
Rare Disease Foundation
- Morgan's Wonderland: One autistic child's dream world. Tommy's constant motion tired most everyone. His inquisitive nature was wonderful but sometimes proved to be dangerous. Tommy's mother Joan wanted to take the boy on a special vacation but worried about what his constant curiosity could end up doing to him. She wanted to take Tommy to a place where the boy could explore and be safe. Then she heard about Morgan's Wonderland in San Antonio. It is a special theme park that caters to the disabled. It ended up being a perfect place to take little Tommy.Click here to read more about this park!
- BC Centre for Safe Schools And Communities. Theme: Social Messaging and Our Youth With the arrival of summer, many young people may find themselves with unsupervised time - alone with computers and webcams. It can be challenging to supervise the off and on-line activities of youth. Because social networking through Facebook, texting, and live chat is extensive among youth, parents who remain educated about these new technologies and connected to their kids are also more likely to know how their children spend time on-line.Click here to open the July e-newsletter
- Looking for Swim Diapers? Here are a couple of Sites offering a variety of sizes:
- Semiahmoo House 17th Annual Picnic:
- Where: Peace Arch Park, 138 Peace Arch Drive, Surrey
- Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
- Date: Thursday, September 15, 2011
- Please join us for a fun-filled day jam packed with great food, games, contests* and music!
- Please RSVP by September 2, 2011 with the number of people attending to: Semiahmoo House Society, 15306 24th Avenue, Surrey BC V4A 2J1
- By Phone: 604-536-1242 Fax: 604-536-9507 or email to: z.peden@shsbc.ca or d.brady@shsbc.ca
- SHS Programs: Please include the name of your program and total number of staff and participants attending Click here for more information
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Other - TED TALKS! Ron Gutman: The hidden power of smiling. Ron Gutman reviews a raft of studies about smiling, and reveals some surprising results. Did you know your smile can be a predictor of how long you'll live -- and that a simple smile has a measurable effect on your overall well-being? Prepare to flex a few facial muscles as you learn more about this evolutionarily contagious behavior. Click here to watch the video!
- PreSchooler Focus: Physical Activity and Motor Skill Development.
The preschool years are known as the 'GoldenAge'ofmotordevelopment. It is
during these years (3-to 5-years of age) that important skills like running,
jumping,throwing,and catching are developed. Through play and physical activity,kids learn and practice skills that become building blocks for more complicated movements.
Physical activity helps preschoolers develop motor skills today that they will need for tomorrow. Click here to read more
- "Have You Been Kidproof'ed Yet? In today's changing world, it's essential that you keep up to date with the latest information on child safety. However, with such an overwhelming number of articles, safety tips, how-to books and opinions out there, how do you know where to turn, and who to trust for the most relevant resources for your family? The answer is easy - Kidproof! Kidproof is committed to providing families with critical child safety resources, and our team is continuously developing new child safety courses, seminars, and services that enrich and empower families and ultimately keep your kids safe." Click here for more information or call Toll Free at 1-866-Go Safety.
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- BC Centre for Safe Schools And Communities. Theme: Social Messaging and Our Youth With the arrival of summer, many young people may find themselves with unsupervised time - alone with computers and webcams. It can be challenging to supervise the off and on-line activities of youth. Because social networking through Facebook, texting, and live chat is extensive among youth, parents who remain educated about these new technologies and connected to their kids are also more likely to know how their children spend time on-line. Click here to open the July e-newsletter
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Introducing TOTTOOS - safe temporary tattoos! All Tottoos products are custom made using high quality, non-toxic materials, so Tottoos are safe, durable, and easy to use. You choose the information that will be printed on your Tottoos and we personalize them to your specifications. Tottoos are durable and water resistent, so you can use them at the beach or water park too! Tottoos will last 12 hours or more (even up to a couple of days), if applied properly to clean, dry skin. We recommend, particularly with very young children, that you remove the decal when you're done with it so the skin can "breathe" instead of leaving it on for several days.Click here for more information
- New Event - October 1st- The South Delta Baby Fair"Great Expectations" This event is free for those who are expecting a baby, for those who have a new baby, and for all who are supporting families with very young children.
Over 20 exhibitors featuring trendy and useful products, tons of prizes, local programs, services and resources and fabulous demonstrations, such as Baby Massage instruction!
10am to 2pm
Ladner Community Centre
- 4734 51st Street, Ladner For more information Contact Muriel Kerr at 604.267.7380 or at email here.
- ARTSHOW for BC People with Development Disabilities October 27, 2011 sponsored by posAbilities! Click here for more information
- Symbol World's Current Symbol Newsletter In this edition you will find a round-up of the current news. Film reviews of X Men First Class, The Hangover 2, Kung Fu Panda 2 and Pirates of the Caribbean. This month also has the zodiac for Cancer and a puzzle of a photograph from Thailand. Finishing off this month is a recipe for cheesy biscuits.
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Submissions or Questions?
To submit for our newsletter or have a question for Pam to research please contact her at
Parent Network
or 604-946-6622 ext 359.
You can sign up at the Reach Child and Youth Development Society website to receive this newsletter directly.
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