Upcoming Events

Local events 

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) will hold a free seminar addressing Understanding and Supporting students with ASD at the Queensbury Hotel on Wednesday, March 4^th from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Phone: 866-442-2574, Email: card@albany.edu, Website: http://www.albany.edu/psy/autism  

Local Adaptive Aquatics program at Mohonasen High School Pool on Saturdays from 12-12:45 starting March 7th for a total of 9 weeks for more information or to register do to www.mohonasen.org. 

Saratoga County Special Olympics is looking for parents and/or professionals in Warren, Washington or Saratoga County to help with a program for 4 - 7 year olds.  Contact Jennifer Livingston with your name and contact information. Jennifer@UpstateNYAutism.org or 632-9621.

CARD Mealtime and Children with Autism Monday March 9th 9-11am at Wildwood Programs Latham Office 1190 Troy-Schenectady Rd. Latham presented by Kristin Knapp-Ines, Ph.D. to register call Gladys Askew at 518-640-3318 

Saratoga Bridges/AIM Services will host an informational meeting regarding their summer camp on Saturday,  March 14^th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at Sartoga Bridges. Contact Jean Pokrzywka 587-3208 with questions.  

Prospect Child & Family Center will host a free seminar addressing Transitioning from preschool to school-age, Presented by Nancy Hampton from the early childhood direction center on Wednesday, March 18^th from  6:00pm-7:30pm. Register with Heather (School Psychologist) 798-0170. 

ASPIRe NY, Inc presents Strengthening Families Through Supports & Services to be held on Friday, March 20^th from 9:00am – 11:30am at Living Resources 300 Washington Ave. Extension, Albany. There is no charge, but RSVP is requested to Michelle Locke at (518) 218-0000 ext. 5356 by March 20, 2009. For Further Information please call Eileen Marrone at (518) 640-3373

Wildwood Programs Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Support Plans  March 20th 9-11:30am Wildwood Programs Latham Office 1190 Troy-Schenectady Rd. Latham presented by Liz Delibero to register call Gladys Askew at 518-640-3318 by March 16^th

CARD A Parent Seminar: Encouraging the Development of Social Skills in Children and Young Adults with ASD March 23rd 6-8pm The Courtyard Marriott 11 Excelsior Ave Saratoga to register call the center at 518-442-2574

Union College is looking for Youth with Autism Spectrum Symptoms to participate in a brief study on the effects of exergaming (videogame-enhanced exercise). For more information, contact Robyn or Professor Hanley: (518) 388-6430 or andersoc@union.edu 

Special Olympics in Saratoga and Warren County offer various activities including bowling, aquatics, skiing, basketball, volleyball, softball, equestrian, track and field, cross country running, and golf for Warren County call Chris Utter at 793-4204 and for Saratoga County call Mary Schwartz 899-9442 for program specific information, dates and times

Warren Washington ARC presents Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Health Care and Adult Services on Monday, March 2, 2009 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm at the Warren Washington ARC
building - 375 Bay Road, Suite 200 Queensbury.  A stipend is available to parents of children with special health care needs who attend the entire workshop. 
Registration is mandatory, contact Michele Juda at 518-381-4350 x 27 or via email at f2fhealthtools@verizon.net       

Parents As Advocates is a Saratoga based advocacy group for parents and families of children with developmental  delays. Their next meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19^th from 7:00pm – 9:00 pm at the Saratoga Springs Library - Sussman Room.  "Working with Your Child's Education Team to Create a Meaningful IEP".For more info contact Mary Fornabia - 588-3166 or Parentsasadvocates@yahoo.com 

Project Link offers spring training for parents and educators. Friday, March 6^th from 8:30am – 2:00pm at the Malta Town Hall. “I have questions, do you have the answers?” will be presented by Dr. James Partington. Contact Lisa at 518-461-1576 or lsquadere@aol.com  

Saratoga Bridges will host An Overview of Speech and Language Interventions for Autism Presented by: Beth Mormando, SLP on Wednesday, April 1^{st from} 6:00pm – 8:00 pm at Saratoga Bridges 16 Saratoga Bridges Blvd. Ballston Spa. RSVP to Patty Paduano by March 20^th  - 587-0723

Cerebral Palsy of NYS offers several training opportunities. Spring schedule is as follows:
Challenging Behavior is children and adults with ASD/Advances in Understanding & Treatment – March 6^{th ,}  The 5 Component Model for Early Intervention - April 2^nd,  Supervisory & Leadership Training – April 28^th , 29^th & 30^th , Audits, Investigations & Self Disclosures –  Corporate Compliance Conference for Providers Serving Individuals with   Disabilities - May 5^th Visit their website for complete details www.cpofnys.org 

The Center for Disability Services will host it’s 8^th annual Aspergers’s syndrome and other PDD conference. Featuring Ross W. Greene, Ph.D. on April 9, 2009 at the Italian American Community Center in Albany. Registration is required. Contact Karen Coleman with questions 944-2107 or coleman@cfdsny.org  

Parent to Parent of NYS will hold its next meeting to be held on March 9th at the Lexington Family Services Building in Gloversville from 6:00pm – 8:00pm, they will also hold a meeting on March 23rd at the OD Heck Building in Schenectady from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Contact Jim to RSVP or with questions – 518-381-4350 / JMSwart1@verizon.net 

Parent to Parent of NYS will host Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Health Care and Adult Services on 2 days.  Monday, March 2^nd from 6:00pm – 8:30pm or Tuesday, March 3^rd from 10:00am – 2:30pm at Capital District Developmental Disabilities Services Office, 500 Balltown Road, Schenectady - Building 3, Conference Room 1. A light lunch will be served and RSVP is required - Parent to Parent of NYS, (518) 381-4350 by 2/26/09. 

The Sibling Support Project is a national effort dedicated to the life-long concerns of brothers and sisters of people who have special health, developmental, or mental health concerns. The website lists conferences, books and resources. www.siblingsupport.org 

SpectrumConnections.com is a website offering a DVD collection called Bounce! Bounce is a developmental series that Encourages cognitive and social learning through music, fun and established teaching tools. Every DVD finds Elizabeth, a Preschool music therapist in real life, guiding her Bounce class through songs and activities. Visit the website for moreinformation or to purchase www.spectrumconnections.com  

A Movement Class for Differently ABLED children, will begin on April 3rd at The Fitness Firm in South Glens  Falls. The introductory cost for the four week session is a flat $40 family rate which includes up to 5  family members. The class will run 45 minutes. Space is limited, sign up will be held thru March. If you are interested please email Lisa Meditz, st.john-meditz@roadrunner.com.