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Welcome to the July issue of Transitions, the monthly e-newsletter of the Coryell Autism Center. At the Coryell Autism Center we are dedicated to preparing young people with autism to live meaningful, productive, and independent lives. In this publication we will share with you the latest resources and research related to helping young people with autism live their best lives. We want to hear from you, so please - share your comments and ideas at info@coryellautismcenter.org. |
Transitions Research Corner: Easter Seals Living With Autism Study 
Autism
affects more than 1.5 million Americans and their families. Critical services
and supports are needed to raise a child with autism, but they are few and far
between.
Easter Seals
surveyed over 2,500 parents of children with autism and typically-developing
children -- about daily life, relationships, independence, education, housing,
employment, finances and healthcare.
The
results gathered from this study paint a
startling picture of the life-long fears and anxieties people with autism and
their families face ... and the disparities among parents of children with
autism as compared to parents of typically developing children:
Nearly 80% are extremely or very concerned about
their child's independence as an adult.
Only 14% feel that their child will be able to
make life decisions.
Only 17% think their child will make friends.
They report that they're "financially drowning,"
with concerns for their child's financial future.
Click here
to read full study results. Like Easter Seals and the Autism Society of America, the Coryell Autism Center is committed to helping families work through issues related to their children's future by spreading awareness and providing resources and education.
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Featured Resource: A Beginner's Guide to Self-Employment
 Chantal Sicile-Kira, is an international speaker, author and advocate
who has been involved with autism spectrum disorders for over 20 years
as both parent and a professional on both sides of the Atlantic. She is the author of Autism Life Skills: From Communication and Safety to Self Esteem and More: 10 Essential Abilities Every Child Deserves and Needs to Learn. She offers the Beginner's Guide to Self-Employment on her website at no charge. Click here to access.
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The California Zephyr: Train Ride to Reno with Hunter
 My godson, Hunter, has always been fascinated with trains. Over the
years he responded with great enthusiasm as he was often given videos,
games, and books that focused on that subject. One of his favorite
activities for a long time was starting, stopping, rewinding, and then
replaying a video of a train going through tunnels. I can still hear
his sounds of his enjoyment.
As he grew older, he was taken on short train rides and responded
with excitement at the start of the trip but then would fall asleep as
the movement and sounds seemed to calm and comfort him.
Read more . . .
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Coryell Autism Center Employment Opportunities
The Coryell Autism Center (CAC) seeks a dynamic teacher with a valid Special Education (Moderate/Severe) Credential authorizing service in Special Day class. Click here for more information. |
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Transitions Recommends . . .
NEW!
Special Needs Trust Planning Seminar for Families
Topics
covered include: Estate Planning, Issues in Special Needs Planning, and Public Benefits
July 31, 2009-, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Presenter: Lorna J. Drope, J.D., LL.M.
Location: American Legion Hall, 1504 Minnesota Ave, San Jose CA 95125
NEW! Online Course Into Adulthood: Transition to Work for In dividuals with Autism begins October 5, 2009.
Virginia Commonwealth University is offering a
new non-credit hour, online course on autism and transition
to work. Teachers who complete the course will earn 45
points toward teacher licensure re-certification under the professional development category. Click here for more information.
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California DDS - Summary of Budget Cuts July 2009
The State of California is experiencing an unprecedented budget shortfall largely due to the severe national economic crisis. Every area of state government is impacted by this fiscal crisis, including the Department of Developmental Services (DDS or Department).
In February, the Governor and Legislature reached agreement on a budget solution to address a $42 billion budget deficit and restore California's fiscal balance. Unfortunately, since that time the global recession has deepened and the State now faces an additional deficit exceeding $26 billion.
Read the full report.
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