The Echo Volume 10, Issue 8

The Echo Autism Awareness Month Heidi Choice Editor

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On April 2, 2012,

Apr 5 & May 3, 9:00am, Newly Diagnosed Workshop at PFC Resource Ctr. Room 414

Apple Boyce, M.A. BCBA

Apr 2, 16, 30, 6:00pm, Stedman Support Group, Stedman Recreation Ctr.

Will Present:

Priorities ABA Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy for Children with Autism:

Apr 2, 5:45 pm, HFA Support Group at Dorothy Spainhour Ctr. Apr 2, 6:30 pm, Parent Education Meeting, Dorothy Spainhour Ctr. Apr 10, 11:30 am, ALC Support Group at Logan’s Steakhouse Apr 18, 9:30 am, ABC Support Group at PFC Resource Ctr., Room 414

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Apr 26, 9:30 am, Preschool Support Group, PFC Resource Ctr., Room 414

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Apr 24, 11:00 am, Board of Directors Meeting, PFC Resource Ctr.

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~Monthly Parent Education Program~

Calendar of Events: 

April 2012

“Learning To Learn” Objectives: ·

The learner will understand what ABA therapy is and how it can help children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

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The learner will be able to identify techniques used in ABA Therapy programs.

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The learner will be able to identify common myths and misconceptions about ABA Therapy.

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The learner will understand the components of a successful ABA program.

Please note that a brief membership meeting will begin at 6:30pm. The presentation will follow.

Join us Apr 2, 2012, at 6:30 pm at the Dorothy Spainhour Center 223 Hull Road, Fayetteville

For your convenience, free respite care is available on site through Community Based Developmental Services. Please contact Cynthia Billops at 4885820 or 488-4584 to reserve your space at least 24 hours in advance. You may leave a message to reserve your space. Please be aware that you will not receive a return phone call.

~For Your Calendar~ Board of Directors: Anna Finch, President Warren Aronson, Vice President

Walk A Mile For Autism April 15, 2012, 8:00 am, Daskyll Stadium

Gwen Scott, Treasurer Brandy Mello, Secretary

3200 Ramsey Street, Reid Ross Classical School

Dr. Debra Gillum Cynthia Billops Chris Leacock Dr. Suzanna Fletcher

Staff: Director of Programs and Outreach: Heidi Choice

Program and Outreach Assistant:

ASCC 5th Autism Awareness Vera Bradley Bingo Friday, April 20, 2012, 6:00 pm St. Patrick’s Church, Village Drive, Fayetteville, NC

Joe’s Crab Shack Fundraising Night, May 1, 2012 ASCC 6th Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament

Alvita Blue

Saturday, June 16, 2012 King’s Grant Golf Course, Fayetteville, NC

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April 2012

Autism Awareness Month

~Camp Sunshine~

Camp Sunshine

Parents of accepted campers, please be sure to schedule your mandatory intake appointment by calling (910) 826-3004/3005! Intake forms were due March 23 and must be on file prior to the intake appointment. Thank you for your help in preparing another fun summer camp!

Camp Sunshine Direct Care Staff will be selected this month. All staff will be notified of employment no later than April 27, 2012.

Volunteers are needed to make Camp Sunshine a great success. Please contact our office at (910) 826-3004/3005 to find out how you can make a difference!

~Support Parents Needed~ Are you a parent of a child, adolescent, or adult diagnosed with autism? Would you be willing to lend emotional support to other parents based on your own experience, along with hope and encouragement? Please call our office at (910) 826-3004/3005 to find out more about the ASCC Support Parent program. Thank you for your consideration.

~Walk A Mile For Autism~ A group of senior students currently studying at UNC Pembroke have come together to launch a public relations campaign for the ASCC during April, Autism Awareness Month. They have eagerly organized our very first walk! The “Walk A Mile For Autism” will be held on Sunday, April 15, 2012, 9:00 am, at the Daskyll Stadium located behind Reid Ross Classical School, on 3200 Ramsey Street. Registration will begin at 8:00 am. The ASCC will offer this event in partnership with the Special Olympics of Cumberland County. Please mark your calendars and join us as we “Walk A Mile For Autism” to raise autism awareness in our community.

More information will be disseminated via email.

~Rhythm and Rhyme Sensory Story Time~ The Cumberland County Public Library’s Hope Mills Branch will offer a Rhythm and Rhyme Sensory Story Time for exceptional children and their families on Saturday, April 21, 10:30 am — 11:00 am. For more information about this event, please call Vicki Sheeler at 425-8455, ext.

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~Did You Know?~ Children with autism spectrum disorders who also have serious behavioral problems responded better to medication combined with training for their parents than to treatment with medication alone, Yale researchers and their colleagues report in the February issue of Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. " Serious behavioral problems interfere with everyday living for children and their families," said senior author on the study Lawrence Scahill, professor at Yale University School of Nursing and the Child Study Center.

"Decreasing these serious behavioral problems results in children who are more able to manage everyday living." To read more visit www.sciencedaily.com (NASET, Volume 8, Issue 10, March 2012)

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April 2012

Autism Awareness Month

5th Autism Awareness

Vera Bradley Bingo Friday, April 20 , 2012, 6:00 p.m.

Doors open at 5:00 p.m.

St. Patrick’s Catholic Church 2844 Village Dr. Fayetteville, NC $20 and $25 packages will be offered at the door.

20 regular games, 1 bonus game, and 20 door prize drawings.

A fun-filled evening of Vera Bradley products.

Concessions will be available.

Children are welcome, but they must be paid participants.

Proceeds will benefit:

For more information: (910) 826-3004/3005 Not affiliated with Vera Bradley, Inc.

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Autism Awareness Month

April 2012

FIFTH AUTISM AWARENESS Vera Bradley Bingo Night Friday, April 20, 2012 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 2844 Village Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304

Sponsorship Information: Name of Sponsor/Donor: ________________________________________ Contact Person: Address:

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Phone number: Email:

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Please fill in the area below, and let us know how you are going to participate: Sponsorship Levels: (All levels include your name/logo and level of sponsorship on all print media and on the event poster that will be displayed on the night of the event.)

Gold Level ($300 and higher)

$_______

Silver Level ($100 - $299)

$_______

Bronze Level ($25 - $99)

$_______

Other Tax Deductible Donation: (Fill in Amount)

$_______

Please submit sponsorship donations no later than April 6, 2012.

For more information, please call (910) 826-3004/3005.

Please make checks payable to: Autism Society of Cumberland County Mail to: ASCC 351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303

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April 2012

Autism Awareness Month

April is Autism Awareness Month What is autism?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of developmental disabilities—including classic autism, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger’s Syndrome—that affect a person’s ability to understand what they see, hear, and otherwise sense. It is a brain disorder that impacts communication, social interaction, and behavior. Individuals with ASD typically have difficulty understanding verbal and nonverbal communication and learning appropriate ways of relating to other people, objects, and events. No two people with ASD are the same. As its name implies, ASD is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and with varying degrees of severity. Additionally, ASD is often found in combination with other disabilities.

How common is autism?

Autism spectrum disorder is the second most common developmental disability following mental retardation. ASD is more common than childhood cancer, cystic fibrosis, and multiple sclerosis combined. It is estimated that one out of every 110 people born today has some form of ASD. Roughly translated, this means as many as 2 million Americans today are believed to have some form of autism. And this number is on the rise. Based on statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and other governmental agencies, autism is growing at a startling rate of 10-17 percent per year. Autism knows no boundaries of race, ethnicity, social status, family income, lifestyle, or educational levels and can affect any family and any child. Although the overall incidence of autism is consistent around the globe, it is on average 4 to 5 times more likely to occur in boys than in girls.

Information for kids: People with ASD are born with brains that work differently than others, so they learn differently. Many times a person with ASD will have a hard time talking with people and understanding what they are saying. Some people with ASD cannot talk, while others talk a lot. Certain things may not feel, sound, smell, or taste the same to a person with ASD, and sometimes this difference is upsetting. Sometimes people with ASD rock back and forth or wave their arms and hands. They may not know they are doing this or how it looks to others. It is important to remember that each person is different whether or not he or she has ASD. We all have unique qualities that make us special.

What is the ASCC doing?

Join us as we raise awareness in our community:

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World Autism Day - Light It Up Blue for Autism, Apr 2

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April Parent Education Meeting, Apr 2

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Walk A Mile For Autism, Apr 15

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Vera Bradley Autism Awareness Bingo, Apr 20

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Joe’s Crab Shack Fundraising Night, May 1

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Public Service Announcements with Beasley Broadcasting Station

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Autism Awareness Ad in the Fayetteville Observer

What Can You do? ·

Raise awareness on April 2, 2012, World Autism Day, and “Light It Up Blue” by inserting blue light bulbs in your porch lights

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Write a letter/article for your child’s school newsletter or your church bulletin

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Create a display board for your child’s elementary school, YMCA, or place of worship

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Thank your child’s teachers and others who make a difference in your child’s life

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Provide ASCC brochures to your pediatrician’s office, your child care center, your child’s school, your church, and other local agencies

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Wear your ASCC t-shirt and initiate conversations about autism

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Like us on Facebook and share our posts on your page

ASCC Support Groups: Support Groups provide an opportunity to share, learn, and connect.

Parents, caregivers, guardians, and professionals are welcome to participate in all of our support groups.

The HFA/Asperger’s Support Group will meet on Monday, Apr 2, 5:45pm, at the Dorothy Spainhour Center.

Focus: Families of children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with HFA or Asperger’s.

The Autism Breakfast Club (ABC) Support Group will meet Wednesday, Apr 18 at 9:30 am at the PFC Resource Center, Room 414. Focus: Families of children with ASD up to age 12. Childcare will be provided.

The Autism Lunch Club (ALC) Support Group will meet Tuesday, Apr 10 at 11:30 am at Logan’s. Focus: Families of adolescents and adults with ASD. The Preschool Support Group will meet on Thursday, Apr 26 at 9:30 am at the PFC Resource Center, Room 414.

Focus: Families of young children with ASD ages 1-5 years.

Childcare will be provided.

The Stedman Support Group will meet on Monday, Apr 2, Apr 16, and Apr 30 at 6:00 pm at the Stedman Recreation Center. Focus: Families of children, adolescents, and adults with ASD. For more information, please call JoAnn Bass (910) 705-5360.

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Autism Awareness Month

April 2012

Sixth Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament Saturday, June 16, 2012 King’s Grant Golf Course, Fayetteville, NC Sponsorships & Donations Name of Sponsor/Donor: Company Slogan: Contact Person: Address: Phone number:

Please choose one or more of the following sponsorship/donation opportunities: Corporate Sponsorship:

$1,000

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$500

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(Includes hole sponsorship, Two 4-man-teams, logo on t-shirts, and print media)

Corporate Sponsorship:

(Includes hole sponsorship, 4-man-team, logo on t-shirts and print media)

Hole Sponsorship:

$100

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In honor of by

Donation:

$

Gift Certificates and/or Door Prizes:

$

Gift Certificates: Door Prizes: For more information, please call (910) 826-3004/3005. Please makes checks payable to the Autism Society of Cumberland County and mail completed form to the address below. We will gladly pick up gift certificates and door prizes.

Autism Society of Cumberland County 351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303 The Autism Society of Cumberland is a non-profit incorporated organization as described in section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations are tax deductible to the extend allowed by law.

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Autism Awareness Month

April 2012

Sixth Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament Saturday, June 16, 2012 King’s Grant Golf Course, Fayetteville, NC Team Application Team Captain:

Phone:

Mailing Address:

T-shirt size:

2nd Player:

Phone:

Mailing Address:

T-shirt size:

3rd Player:

Phone:

Mailing Address:

T-shirt size:

4th Player:

Phone:

Mailing Address:

T-shirt size:

Fee per Player:

$60

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$100

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(includes golf cart, green fees, range balls, raffle ticket, t-shirt, and lunch)

Hole Sponsorship: In honor of by

Donation:

$

For more information, please call (910) 826-3004/3005. Please makes checks payable to the Autism Society of Cumberland County and mail completed form to the address below.

Autism Society of Cumberland County 351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303

The Autism Society of Cumberland is a non-profit incorporated organization as described in section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Autism Awareness Month

April 2012

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351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303 Tel: 910-826-3004/3005 Fax: 910-868-5881 E-mail: autismcc@ccpfc.org Web: www.autismcc.org

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Winner of the Autism Society of North Carolina affiliate of the Year Award—1996, 2002, & 2003

“Supporting Individuals Within The Autism Spectrum”

The Autism Society of Cumberland County is an affiliate of the Autism Society of North Carolina.

Mission Statement: The Autism Society of Cumberland County is committed to providing support and promoting opportunities which enhance the lives of individuals within the autism spectrum and their families.

Vision Statement:

~Donations~ Please remember the ASCC with your tax-deductible charitable contribution.

Make checks payable to: Autism Society of Cumberland County 351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303 Name:

The Autism Society of Cumberland County strives to create a community where people within the autism spectrum and their families receive respect, services, and supports based on individual differences, needs, and preferences.

Address: Amount of Contribution:

Disclaimer: The Autism Society of Cumberland County does not take any position regarding studies of ASD, nor endorse any particular form of treatment, intervention, or therapy. This newsletter allows us to pass along current information in the field of ASD to our families and organization members.

Funded In Part By:

~Membership~ Autism Society of Cumberland County 351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410 Fayetteville, NC 28303 Name: ________________________________ __ Parent/Caregiver

__ Professional

__ Sibling

__ Individual with ASD

Annual Membership Categories:

__ Local ASCC Membership only: $10.00 (Make your check payable to: Autism Society of Cumberland County

OR __ Combined State & Local Membership: $45.00

Cumberland Community Foundation

Address: _______________________________ _______________________________ Telephone: _____________________________ Email: _________________________________

(Make your check payable to: Autism Society of NC) __ Yes, I would like $10 to be returned to the ASCC for local membership fees.