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February 2014 Volume 12, Issue 6
ASCC Parent Education Program Monday– February 10, 2014 Increasing Positive Behaviors in the Home: Making Token Economies Work in Your Household Presented by : Trish Schnabel, M. Ed, Behavior Analyst (see pg. 2)
IN THIS ISSUE
Children With Autism Benefit from Peer Solicitation Vanderbilt University (2013, December 12). Science Daily.
ASCC Programs & Events Find information on upcoming programs and events in the enclosed program and calendar pages. See Page 2
Researchers studied playground interactions between children with autism and typically developing peers and found the two groups play similarly when engaged in independent play with kids they just met. While the children with autism initiated and engaged in less play overall than typically developing children, the researchers found that other children can facilitate and increase interactions by simple requests. These findings highlight the pivotal role that peers have in social interaction, noting that it only takes a single child to prompt other children -- with or without autism -- to interact. "Most children consider playgrounds a fun place to interact with other kids, but for children with autism, this may be a very challenging and stressful environment," said lead author Blythe Corbett, Ph.D., associate professor of Psychiatry and Vanderbilt Kennedy Center investigator. "One of the key places we learn about social rules growing up is during play, but if you don't participate, chances are you're not going to learn the rules or be motivated to interact with other children." Corbett and colleagues studied more than 30 peer interactions in children ages 8-12 on an actual playground by using state-of-the-art technology including four remotely operated cameras and battery-operated microphones. Three children were on the playground for the observations -- a typically developing child trained as a research assistant, called a "confederate;" another typically developing child there for play only; and a child with autism. The confederate was trained to invite the other two children to play and wore an ear microphone in order to receive directions from the researchers, who observed from a nearby lab overlooking the playground. The stress hormone cortisol was measured through saliva samples taken both at home and several times after the playground interactions to compare the stress level of participants in a typical environment vs. playtime with peers. The children with autism demonstrated elevated stress during social interactions, with higher cortisol levels observed in children who showed less motivation to play with the other children. "Although children with autism may experience increased stress in social interactions, it was encouraging to see that reciprocal socialization can be facilitated by peer solicitation," Corbett said. "It all starts with a simple bid to play."
HFA Support Group– Movie Night! See Page 2
Save the Date! Learn more about how you can help make the 8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament a great success! See Page 3, 6/7
Thank you! The ASCC thanks its volunteers and donors! See Page 4/5
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ASCC Programs-Opportunities for Parents and Children Parent Education Program Please join us on Monday, February 10 2014, 6:30 pm at the Partnership for Children Resource Center 351 Wagoner Drive, Multipurpose Room 343 for a presentation titled Increasing Positive Behaviors in the Home: Making Token Economies Work in Your Household Presented by: Trish Schnabel, M. Ed., Behavior Analyst Free respite care will be available on site through Community Based Developmental Services. Please contact Cynthia Billops at 488-5820 or 488-4584 to reserve your space at least 24 hours in advance.
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. Please check the calendar on page three for meeting dates/times/ locations.
The Autism Breakfast Club (ABC) Support Group meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at the PFC Resource Center, Room 414. Focus: Families of children with ASD up to age 12. Childcare will be provided. The Preschool Support Group (The High Fives) meets weekly on Thursdays at the PFC Resource Center, Room 343. Focus: Families of young children with ASD ages 1-5 years. Childcare will be provided. While every group focuses on a specific age range, parents of children of all ages are welcome to attend all support groups!
Workshops Please call the ASCC office at (910) 8263004/3005 to register for all workshops. The Newly Diagnosed Workshop is led by Amy Perry, ASNC Parent Advocate, and is held every first Thursday of the month from 9:30 am—12:00 pm. (odd calendar months) The Autism Resource Roundtable is led by Amy Perry, ASNC Autism Resource Specialist, and is held every first Tuesday of the month from 9:30 am-12:00 pm. (even calendar months) The Individualized Education Plan Workshop, led by Amy Perry, provides an opportunity for parents and providers to learn all about IEPs. It will be offered quarterly.
Camp Sunshine
Update Registration for Camp Sunshine is now closed. Thank you for submitting your child’s application to attend Camp Sunshine. We are currently reviewing all camp applications and will notify families of their acceptance or placement no later than Friday, March 7, 2014. Staff applications will be disseminated via Cumberland County Schools and per request February 14, 2014. Camp Sunshine offers many volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in making a difference in this year’s camp, please contact the ASCC office at (910) 826-3005.
HFA/Asperger’s Support Group
The Little Miracles Child Development Services Workshop will be offered every fourth Wednesday of the month by Board Certified Behavioral Analysts. The workshops will cover different parenting topics every month.
The HFA/Asperger’s Support Group meets every second Monday of the month, Sep— Nov, Jan—May, immediately preceding the Parent Education Program. This group meets in Room 414 of the PFC Resource Center. Focus: Families of children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with HFA or Asperger’s. Childcare will not be provided. The Autism Lunch Club (ALC) Support Group meets every second Tuesday of the month at various Fayetteville restaurants. Focus: Families of adolescents and adults with ASD. Childcare will not be provided.
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The HFA Support Group invites you to join us for a “Movie and Munchies Night” on Monday, February 10 at 5:45 pm at the CCPFC Conference Room 414. Bring your favorite DVD Movie (G-Rated) and attendees will select a group favorite to watch. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
iPads for Autism Workshop
Contact the ASCC Office at 910-826-3005 and reserve your seating. We look forward to seeing you!
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8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament Kings Grant Golf Course
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Carolina Ale House
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President’s Day
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Hope Mills Library
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The ASCC is so THANKFUL for our volunteers! “No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another. Thank you.” ~Author Unknown Thank you all for supporting our organization with your time during the months of October, November, and December 2013. Your continued support helps us execute and sustain our programs and services! We are greatly indebted to you and appreciate you very much! Brandy Mello
Andrea Bennerman
Emily Orbank
Anna Finch
Bobby Veno
Tinisha Snipes
Suzanna Fletcher
Kris Veno
Lucy Borque
John Allen
Sandra Surles
Jasmine Borque
Gwen Scott
Catherine Pollard
Raina Hamilton
Kelly Charles
Jan Endres
Kimberlee Hamilton
Ronda Holden
Tana Oliver
Imelda White
Chris Leacock
Vicki Britton
Apdaulia Robin
Cynthia Billops
Jessica Fletcher
Elinita Small
Desirie Leacock
Beverly Tolbert
Dauphine Sisk-Wambles
ASCC Volunteers Needed!!! 2014 – 8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament Committee Members For more information please call the ASCC office at 910-826-3004/05 Thank you for your support!
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Thank You to ASCC Donors! We would like to thank all donors who have supported our organization with monetary donations during the months of October, November, and December 2013. Your continued support helps us sustain our programs and services to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and their families.
Reed Lalllier Chevrolet
Sandra Surles
GAP Inc.
Sharon Mitchell
Baron L. Krisher
George and Helen Dais
Dr. David J. Harsant
James Easter
Sandra Turner
David and Mildred Covington
James Tolbert, Elite Construction of Fayetteville INC
Dr. and Mrs. John C. Pollard
Robert and Ann Lucero William and Verdie Harding Clarke and Lois Suttle Showcase NC, Inc. Pattie West Turnage Family LLC Bath Elements Charles and Ann Otterstedt West & West Trucking & Service Lenis Bradford-Ganus Gerald and Gloria Otis Juanita Bowen John and Faye Ramirez Henry and Nancy Thompson Kenneth and Brenda Robertson Helen Lewis Tildon and Bettie Downing William Pfau Vincent and Shirley Francis Cecil and Geraldine Graham Janice Endres Karl and April Kumm
Pamela Jackson
Kathryn Miller, Rim Road Animal Hospital David and Leslie Haight
Jerome and Gwendolyn Scott Anna and Hank Finch
Michael and Shannon Lynch
John and Clarissa Allen
Garry and Lisa Balance
Drs. Curtis and Kelly Charles Donald Smith
Michael and Toni Swiderski
Rachel Holland, Carlie C’s
Steven Kroupa
Rick Glazier
Elisa Reeves
Ronda Holden
Rayford and Michelle Lightner
Walter and Pamela Ainsworth
Fernando and Sandra Arrufat
Grace Roman
Ronald and Flora West
Hazel Hinton
Brian and Bethi Hendrickson
Richard Hinton
Lisa Caulder
Hinton Family Reunion
Spectacles Inc.
Susan Gaylord
Baron Krishner
Brandy Mello
Donald and Betty Chavis
Sista-Herd
Eric Williams, Coastal Family Services, LLC
Lindsey Westendorf
Your Cause Paying Agent for Corporate Giving Program Don Bray, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Della Fowler Mol Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society
Your In-Kind Donation and Generosity is Appreciated! Dell and Pat Locklear
Dunkin’ Donuts
Joan C. Poole, The Pilgrim
Sandi Riopel, Lucki Multimedia
Jersey Mike’s Sub
Nona Fisher, Bottom Line Accounting
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