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DON'T MISS OUR FALL CONFERENCE WITH AUTHOR AND ADVOCATE DR. PAULA KLUTH: Teaching Students with Autism in Inclusive Settings
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Online registration is open for the Autism Society San Diego's Fall Conference featuring Paula Kluth: Teaching Students with Autism in Inclusive Settings.
Early Bird Registration Extended to to October 10, 2013!
This is an amazing opportunity to hear a dynamic speaker who rarely visits the West Coast
- You're Going to Love This Kid: Educating Students with Autism in Inclusive Schools
- The Problem with Behavior Problems: Supporting Students with Autism and Other Disabilities
- Just Give Him the Whale: Using Passions, Areas of Expertise, and Strengths to Support Students with Autism
The conference will take place on October 24th and 25th 2013 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego from 9:00am-3:00pm. Registration fee also includes two of Paula's books.
For more information about the conference, please visit the Fall Conference page on our website HERE.
To register online, click HERE.
If you are a current member, you can apply for a scholarship to cover the conference registration fee. Funds are limited. Please click HERE to access the Stauffer funding application form. To apply, attach the Stauffer form to your conference registration form and mail to our office at: Autism Society San Diego, 4699 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123. Questions? Please call, 858-715-0678 or e-mail info@autismsocietysandiego.org.
Don't delay! We expect this conference to sell out completely.
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AUTISM SOCIETY SAN DIEGO BOARD MEMBER, MARA PARKER, TO BE HONORED AS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Every year, the Combined Health Agencies (CHAD) of which the Autism Society San Diego is a member, honors several San Diego community activists as
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Volunteers of Year. Honorees are recognized for their unsurpassed dedication, compassion and for their contributions to the health of San Diego. The Autism Society San Diego is thrilled to honor long time board member, Mara Parker, as it's CHAD Volunteer of the Year.
Autism Society San Diego president, Nichole Hope Moore, describes Mara as a "wonderful lady with a compassionate heart for helping others." When Mara learned that her son was diagnosed with autism at age four, she attended one of our support group meetings and immediately stepped in to help with many of our organization's activities, including the large task of handling public relations for our biggest fundraiser of the year, All Out for Autism. Mara joined the board of the Autism Society San Diego a few months later and continues to manage our affiliate's public relations, social media and digital communication endeavors. Mara created our affiliate's electronic newsletter several years ago and continues to be the sole editor of this widely-circulated publication, which goes out to over 3000 people each month. Mara also regularly contributes to our fundraising efforts through her work with various cause marketing companies; producing benefit concerts in her home; and serving on committees for our affiliate's largest fundraisers. Because of her compassion and dedication, Autism Society San Diego is a better organization! Thank you, Mara, and CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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SAVE THE DATE FOR FIFI'S 4th ANNUAL GLAMFEST AT LIPS SAN DIEGO
 Once again Fifi and the fabulous and generous ladies at Lips are holding a benefit show for the Autism Society San Diego, and we couldn't be more excited!
This year's event is scheduled to take place the night of Sunday, October 20th. Tickets will include a a dinner buffet, silent auction, raffle prizes, and the best night of entertainment in the city! All proceeds will go to benefit the programs and activities at the Autism Society of San Diego.
You WON"T want to miss it!
Put it on your calendar, invite all your friends, and stay tuned for more details! |
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CELEBRITY SURFERS SPEND THE DAY AT SURF CAMP
 | | (L to R) Iddo Goldberg, Josh Bowman (actors), Todd DiCiurco (artist) Kalani Robb, Alek Parker, CJ Kanuha (Professional Surfers) |
On August 22, the Tommy Hilfiger Group, which is wholly owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH] and Autism Society San Diego celebrated an ongoing partnership with a day of surfing hosted by actor Josh Bowman and professional surfers Kalani Robb, C.J. Kanuha, and Alek Parker at the organization's annual summer surf camp.
Actor Josh Bowman and professional surfers Kalani Robb, C.J. Kanuha and Alek Parker taught Surf Camp With Autism Society San Diego and the Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation.
This past June, Josh Bowman and Kalani Robb, along with Gary Sheinbaum, CEO, Tommy Hilfiger North America and InStyle Magazine Fashion Director Cindy Weber-Cleary, co-hosted the opening event for the newest Tommy Hilfiger store opening in San Diego's Fashion Valley Mall, benefitting the Autism Society San Diego. Inspired by Autism Society San Diego's mission and programs, Josh and Kalani came back to dedicate a day to teaching classes at the organization's surf camp. Held at San Diego's La Jolla Shores, the annual surf camp provides eight weeks of one-on-one surf and swim instruction to persons with autism ages five years and up.
The Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation's support of Autism Society San Diego reflects the Foundation's ongoing commitment to autism related programs across North America. Through corporate donations and funds raised through consumer events, the Foundation is underwriting Autism Society San Diego's annual Surf Camp program to cover the costs for underprivileged families living in San Diego through 2016.
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ANNOUNCING OUR NEW EAST COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP
Many of our east county members have asked us to form a support group in their corner of the county. We listened! We are thrilled to announce our  newest, monthly support group in La Mesa.
This east county group will meet every second Monday of the month to offer support to families and friends of persons with ASD. We will share resources and experiences, and learn together the challenges and victories of helping individuals with autism evolve and transition through life. This group is led by Dr. Rienzi Haytasingh, Board Member and Educational Psychologist.
Monday, September 9, 2013
3:30 - 5:30 pm
Swami's Restaurant
8284 La Mesa Blvd.
La Mesa, CA
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NEW MONTHLY BLOG BY AUTISM SOCIETY SAN DIEGO BOARD MEMBER TO FOCUS ON AUTISM AND MILITARY FAMILIES
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Autismresources4you is a blog focused on the needs of military families with a child on the autism spectrum. Life can get crazy sometimes and this extra support blog was created just for you. It features free, downloadable, and printable items for your family to use. Resources will be updated monthly. Autism Society San Diego recognizes our military members and their families for their sacrifices. You are appreciated! We hope you find these resources helpful!
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AMC AND THE AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA
PRESENT SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS
* No Film in September *
The next sensory friendly film is:
CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2
October 5, 2013
10:00 AM
* TWO LOCATIONS *
AMC Mission Valley -or-AMC Palm Promenade
For more information about Sensory Friendly Films, CLICK HERE
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TWO FREE AND EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT THE AUTISM SOCIETY SAN DIEGO
 By downloading the GoodSearch toolbar (powered by Yahoo), and using it as your search engine, you can help earn cash for our programs! It's an easy download, and every time you search online, something we ALL do every day, you can make a difference in the lives of children in San Diego impacted by Autism! You can also get a jump on your holiday shopping, through partner stores on GoodShop (a feature of the toolbar), and use special coupons for purchases that will ALSO benefit our organization! Please join me on GoodSearch - a small thing that really can make a BIG difference for our children! GoodSearch Toolbar - Click HERE To Get It Now! Type in Autism Society San Diego as your designated cause. It's so easy! Please Donate Your Used Printer Cartridges The Autism Society San Diego is also collecting used printer cartridge donations. Please bring your used cartridges to our monthly Central San Diego Pool Parties, our North Country Gym Nights or just drop them off at our office in Kearny Mesa. Thank you for your continued support! |
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS AND SUPPORT THE AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO BY BECOMING AN E-NEWS SPONSOR
 The Autism society of San Diego is now offering e-newsletter sponsorships. For a nominal fee, we will prominently feature information about your business/organization and your color logo on our e-newsletter, which reaches OVER 3000 recipients each month. All proceeds go directly to the Autism Society of San Diego and help fund all of our free and/or reduced-cost support groups, recreational activities, aquatic programs, summer camps, and more.
For more information, please contact our office at info@sd-autism.org or call 858-715-0678
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CENTRAL SAN DIEGO
MONTHLY PIZZA AND POOL PARTY
Every second Friday of the month
Friday, September 13, 2013 6:00 - 8:00 pm Boys and Girls Club 4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117
Bring the entire family to enjoy a swim in an indoor, heated pool with pizza and drinks. Lifeguards are provided. For safety purposes, no floatation devices or "floaties" are permitted. A special thank you to Aqua Pros for making this event possible. Thank You, GEICO for supporting our family recreation events. Please Bring Your Used Cartridges The Autism Society San Diego is collecting used printer cartridges to help raise money to support our programs and activities for the San Diego autism community. Please bring your used cartridges to our monthly pool parties and deposit them in the designated bin.
A $5 donation per family is requested to help cover the cost of the food and venue
** For the safety of your children, we ask that you do not enter the pool area until 6:00 pm
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 NORTH COUNTY FAMILY GYM NIGHTEvery month, dates and times vary
Saturday,Sept.28, 2013
4:00-6:00pm
Palomar Family YMCA
1050 North BroadwayEscondido, CA 92026
Join other families raising a child with autism, at a Family Fun Gymnastic Night in North County. 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.
(Please don't arrive too early because we cannot open the gym before 4pm)
** Admission is free but a $5 donation per family would be greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of food and venue.
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SHOP AVON AND SUPPORT CAMP I CAN
 Now you can support Camp I CAN (Camp Including Children with Autism Now) by selecting items to purchase from AVON in this online fundraiser, thanks to the generosity of Autism Society member and Avon Representative, April Judge.
Use click HERE to shop this event
Use the following code at check out: AFSDAutism.
To purchase this adorable bear, please email April Judge directly: AvonGalApril@gmail.com
For more information on Camp I CAN, click HERE
Please share and spread the word!
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SUPPORT AND INFORMATIONAL GROUPS
All Autism Society San Diego Meetings and Events are regularly updated on Meetup.com. Stay informed and register at www.meetup.com
NEW!! East County Support Group
Every second Monday of the month
Monday, September 9, 2013
*Please refer to article above for more information*
Adult Information and Support Group
Every Second Tuesday of the month
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
6:00 - 8:00pm
Autism Society San Diego/CHAD Bldg
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd
San Diego, CA
Please join our Adult Support and Information group as we begin our monthly meetings for the year. We are excited to welcome Dr. Valerie Paradiz as our speaker.
Supporting the Emerging Self-Advocate with Autism: Evidence-Based Tools for Families, Educators and Therapists
Valerie Paradiz, PhD is the director of Valerie Paradiz LLC, a consultancy that designs curricula and provides technical assistance and strategic development services to schools, universities, corporations and agencies that support individuals with disabilities. She is also the Executive Director of the Autistic Global Initiative of the Autism Research Institute.
Dr. Paradiz is the developer of Integrated Self Advocacy ISA®, an evidence-based program that gives teachers, therapists, service providers, families and people with disabilities hands-on curricula and tools to foster ability in self-advocacy and self-determination. The Center for Integrated Self Advocacy, headed by Dr. Paradiz, provides online courses and certification in the Integrated Self Advocacy ISA® method and curricula.
Autism Through the Lifespan
See you in October! Stay tuned for more information
North County Support Meeting
Every first Wednesday of the month
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
7:00-8:30 pm
Chili's Restaurant
1105 W Valley Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92025
The north county group will be meeting at Chili's this month. Feel free to eat (at your own expense) or just come and have a glass of ice water. This group is open to all parents, professionals, and members of the community interested in improving the lives of those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. The format will generally be a relaxed, "support group" type environment, with an occasional special topic, speaker, or presentation for attendees. The group's demographic includes all ages, home & out of home placements, and all "levels of functioning." There's a wealth of information to be shared by our more "seasoned" families, and it is a welcoming place for those new to the Autism diagnosis.
Coffee Talk
Every Third Wednesday of the month (unless specified)
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
9:00 am
Boudin Bakery
113 S Las Posas Rd #112 San Marcos, CA 92078
Sit...relax...chat
Spanish Support Group/
Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol
Every second Monday of the month
Cada segundo Lunes del mes
Monday, September 9, 2013
Lunes, 9 de Septiembre, 2013
St Rose of Lima Catholic Church
293 H Street
Chula Vista, CA
Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol:
Nuestro próximo reunion va ser Lunes, el 9 de Septiembre, 2013, 6 pm- 8 pm
Nuestro invitado esta pendiente. No se lo pierde.
Mismo Lugar:
St. Rose of Lima Parish, en el cuarto de musica.
293 "H" Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
1-800-281-8252
Nos vemos pronto!
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Autism Society San Diego
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.
San Diego, California 92123
858-715-0678
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