Family Network on Disabilities

April 19, 2013
Exceptional Student Education Workshop
April 23, 2013

 

It's a Better IDEA, Part C: 

IDEA Part C intends to identify and serve all eligible Infants and toddlers and their families. This workshop helps Parents have a better understanding of how to enhance the development of infants and toddlers with  disabilities, through early intervention using Part C.

 

Where: Children's Medical Services, Building B 
             1701 SW 16th Avenue 
              Gainesville, FL 
 
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TEN STRATEGIES FOR TRAVELING
WITH A CHILD WITH AUTISM
OR
HOW DO WE SURVIVE THE TRIP?
BY
ANN SCHLOSSER



Vacations with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder can be chaotic, nerve rattling and stressful! So stressful that many families do not take the vacation that they want to take - well, no more.

This booklet is designed to aid you, your family and your child with autism in having a fun, relaxing and enjoyable trip. The following strategies are effective for children with autism spectrum disorder but many of them work for all children.

Use this as a working document. Mark it up. Highlight it. Discuss it.

Most importantly, go and have fun.

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Exceptional Student Education Workshop 
April 23, 2013 
6:00 PM-8:30 PM



Sailing Through Transition:

Is your child turning 3 years old and been receiving services through Early Steps? Join us for a transition training as we talk about services your child may be eligible for and steps parents can take to help their child. We will discuss the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, parents rights, and more.


Where: Columbia County Public Library
             308 NW Columbia Avenue
             Lake City, FL 32055
 
 

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Summer by the Sea Adventures

At 

The Carrie Brazer Center for Autism 

 

After-school program and summer camp for children and youths 3-22 years who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Activities include intensive cognitive tutoring, including Augmentative Communication Device training, social skills training, music therapy, behavior modification as well as fun and fitness programs. The after-school program includes the continuation of the academic, social, independent living, and communication skills utilized during the school day.  

 

Location: 8790 SW 94th St.

                Miami, FL 33176


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Day of the Young Child

Planting Seeds for the Future

Day of the Young Child is a community event focused on the mental, physical and emotional development of children from birth to eight years of age.  

 

This is a free event with many organizations throughout the community offering a variety of early childhood education activities, demonstrations, and information.  

 

This year's theme is Planting Seeds for the Future and is integrated into a nationwide campaign by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

 

When: April 20th, 11:00am - 3:00 pm 

Where: Miami Dade College Homestead Campus  

 
            500 College Terrace  
             Homestead, FL 33030

 

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In This Issue
It's a Better IDEA Workshop
Ten Strategies for Traveling
Sailing Through Transition Workshop
Summer by the Sea Adventures
Day of the Young Child
Step-by-Step Success, L.L.C
April Autism Awareness Fund Raiser
Dia Del Niño






Step-by-Step Success, L.L.C.

Invites you to join them for their 1st Annual Autism Carnival 

When: April 27th, 2013 

Where: 7558 SW 61st Ave               Ocala, FL 34476 
Time: 1pm to 4pm 
Admission Cost: FREE 
RSVP To:  Step-by-Step 
                  Success, LLC 
                  352-671-5335

Bounce house fun,food and snacks, clowns and face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo and more!!!  

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April Autism Awareness Fund raiser  
for FND

 

On-line Fund Raiser to help support families who have children with Autism. 20% of all sales will go directly to Family Network on Disabilities. 

Please pass it along to your friends, family and those you work with in your community. These would make great Mother's Day and graduation gifts as well.

Order online here:
 
 
Dia Del Niņo



Reserva la fecha
El 20 de Abril 2013
9am-2pm
      En la escuela de RCMA Charter
     Contact: Ellie Ramirez-Olvera

Email: Elida@fndfl.org
 Ph: 239-738-0955

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