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| Here are the details on the Autism Society of San Diego's programs, activities, services and events for the month of November. Please click on the embedded links or feel free to contact us @ 858.715.0678 for more information. |
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UPDATE: Take Me Home Program: A Safety Program for Persons with Autism Spectrum and Related Disorders
The Take Me Home registry is a cooperative program with the San Diego Sheriff's and several local organizations which serve a variety of people with special health and safety needs to help them be identified when encountered by law enforcement officers throughout the county as persons with special needs, thus protecting their safety and helping them to access the care they need quickly. "Take Me Home" is intended to serve, through these expert organizations, people with developmental disabilities or medical conditions that may increase their risk of wandering or being lost, or that may be unable to identify themselves or provide accurate information about their immediate needs. Click here to visit San Diego County Sheriff "Take Me Home" Webpage Click here to read about "Take Me Home" in the Union Tribune
Please visit our website HERE for detailed information on how to get started. Its as easy as 1, 2, 3 2) Mail to our office with a recent photo or contact info for digital photo- we will enter info into the Sheriff's database.
You must have the authority to enter the individual into the database to sign the registration form Photos should be recent, close-up and front facing. Children's school portraits are ideal!
UPDATE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR REGISTRANTS: I am pleased to report that amost 50 individuals have been registered and that their information is being entered into the database. I encourage those who have not yet registered to do so soon. I also want to caution families and caretakers by reminding them that this is a brand new program and while in the start-up mode will not offer the full protection envisioned until it is in full operation. The training and equipping of law enforcement officers and dispatch staff throughout the county will be a long-term as well as ongoing process. Nevertheless, until there are people in the database nothing else can move ahead, so your participation now is crucial to both the success of this vital program and the safety of people with developmental disabilities in years to come. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Cherri Cary, Take Me Home Liaison |
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LIPS FUNDRAISING EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS
 | | President Shirley Fett and "Fifi" at LIPS |
A big crowd was treated to a night of glam, fun and autism awareness on October 10, 2010. We want to thank Fifi, who was celebrating 30 years in the business, Big Mike, Brent Smithson, Baja Betties, Old Town Mexican Cafe and many others for donating their time and money to help our chapter. A great show, a great time and nearly $5000 was raised for our organization! |
AMC THEATERS AND THE AUTISM SOCIETY
PRESENT
SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS
Two Locations in San Diego
Don't miss the next Sensory Friendly Film
Megamind Saturday, November 6, 2010
10:00 a.m.
AMC Mission Valley 640 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108
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AMC Palm Promenade 770 Dennery Rd. San Diego, CA 92154
Admission: $6
AMC Entertainment (AMC) and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program.
In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing - in other words, AMC's "Silence is Golden®" policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned.
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Aspies & Friends: An Activity/Social Group for Adults with Aspergers Hosts a Board Game Meet Up in November
 This new support/social group will hold events in the Central and East County area of San Diego every month. It will provide a casual, safe, family-like environment where young adults can form lifelong friendships and network with one another. Every event will revolve around a fun, low cost activity that will bring the group together while working on the formation of new and existing social skills. This month's meet up will take place on Saturday, November 20th at Same Old Grind, located at 3077 Clairmont Drive in San Diego. The starting time is 11:00 a.m. For more information or to RSVP, please contact: info@sd-autism.org or call (858) 715-0678 |
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Volunteers Needed for All Out for Autism
All Out For Autism 2011 won't take place until next April. However, the planning is already underway and we could use your help! We are looking for committee members and volunteers for the following positions:
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ChairVolunteer Coordinator -
Volunteer Coordinator -
Fundraising Co-Chair -
Website/Media/Presentation Co-Chair -
Check-in/Registration Chair -
Event Planning Co-Chair
The proceeds raised from All Out For Autism go directly to fund Camp I Can, the only camp of its kind in the county exclusively serving autistic children and teens, as well as our aquatic programs (including surf camp). If your child has benefitted from attending one of these programs in tha past, please give back by volunteering your time at AOA. We would not be able to make this event happen without our wonderful volunteers!
Please contact event chair, Tila Cota, at tilacota1@cox.net with questions or to vounteer. |
North County Family Gym Nights Are Back!
 Join other families with autistic children at a Family Fun Gymnastic Night in north county. Our north county Camp I CAN partner, the Palomar Family YMCA, will provide the gymnasium equipment and bounce house, and together we will provide the fun! Bring the entire family for an enjoyable, relaxing night of family recreation. We will have food from El Pollo Loco and drinks, but feel free to bring an item to share potluck style. Please spread the word! Saturday, November 20, 2010 6:00- 8:00 pm Palomar Family YMCA 1050 North Broadway Escondido, CA 92026 Admission is free but donations are accepted and greatly appreciated |
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NEW AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP: Autism Through The Lifespan
 Please join other parents, caregivers and professionals at this new information and monthly support group meeting near downtown San Diego. A joint collaboration between the Autism Society of San Diego and the San Diego Unified School District, this new information and support group will discuss Autism Through the Lifespan. Each month will focus on a different age and stage of development.
Each meeting will feature an expert speaker, an ASA parent mentor and the opportunity to ask questions and network. These meetings are free and open to all.
November's meeting's topic will be:
"Early Intervention and the Preschool Years (0-5) Thursday, November 18, 2010 9:30 - 11:00 am Ballard Parent Center in Old Town 2375 Congress Street San Diego, CA 92111
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Monthly Support & Informational Groups
Greater San Diego Meeting
The third Tuesday of every month
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
United Way/CHAD Building
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.
November's meeting topic will be: Making the Most of Transition Planning in K-12 Settings for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders," with Ed Baisley, M.S in special education, autism specialist for SDUSD, and Autism Society of San Diego board member.
The transition from high school to post school/independent living can be a complicated process. This presentation will focus on how you can begin laying a foundation for a successful transition plan for persons with ASD, starting as early as elementary school. Issues relaed to transition philosophy and policy will be discussed.
North County Meeting
The second Monday of every month
** NEW NIGHT ** Palomar Family YMCA
1050 North Broadway
NOW THE 2ND MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Monday, November 8, 2010
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Escondido, CA
November's meeting topic will be: RDI/Floortime: A Parent's Perspective, with Whitmey Arnold, Autism Society of San Diego board member and parent of a child on the autism spectrum
Coffee Talk
The second Wednesday of every month unless specified
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
9:00 am
Panera Bakery
1286 Auto Park Way
Escondido, CA
Sit...Chat...Relax
Spanish Support Group/Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol
The second Monday of every month
Saint Rose of Lima Parish
Monday, November 8, 2010
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Same Location, **but different room for November only:
**Classroom # 7 across parking lotfrom Parish Hall**
293 "H" Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Telefono: 800-281-8252
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Nuestro próximo reunión va ser el 8 de Noviembre, 2010,
6p.m. - 8 p.m.
Mismo Lugar
Nos vemos pronto!
November's meeting topic will be: The "Take Me Home" program
Presentacion de programa "Take Me Home"
Mismo Lugar, **pero cuarto diferente nomas por Noviembre:
St. Rose of Lima Parish,
**Cuarto #7, otro lado del lote de estacionamento**
293 "H" Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
1-800-281-8252
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