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SEPTEMBER |
Speakers Night - Celebrate Mom's Night
Monday, September 20, 7 pm
Calling all MOMS! In lieu of a Speaker's Night in September, we're hosting a "CELEBRATE MOM'S NIGHT". We know the start of a new school year can be stressful for Moms and you deserve a break! Take time for yourself and come relax for an hour or 2 with other mom's who "get it"! We'll have a Relaxation Specialist come in and lead us in some stress reducing activities followed by yummy snacks, give-a-ways, and time to connect with other Moms.
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OCTOBER |
Walk Now for Autism Speaks
October 3, 12 pm
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Family Halloween Party
Sunday, October 10, 1-3 pm
Get your costumes and bring the entire family for another fun-filled Family Day at Autism Connections! We'll have games, snacks, trick or treating, crafts and a few other autism friendly surprises. Weather permitting we'll be both indoors and out. Please RSVP at (248) 837-2047 or e-mail Elaine_Robinson@judsoncenter.org by Wednesday, October 6. |
Speakers Night - Auditory Integration Training
Monday, October 11, 7 pm
Speaker: Cindy Wilson, MA, CCC, FAAA, Audiologist and owner of Innovative Hearing Services
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is a term that is used by Speech-Language Pathologists, Audiologists and Psychologists. It apparently does not mean exactly the same thing to each of these professions, but there is a common thread. We will touch on the subject of APD and discuss how the condition relates to people on the Spectrum. The general recommendations that are given will be discussed, including AIT.
Auditory Integration Training, or AIT, is a sound based program that addresses auditory input problems. AIT is based on sensory integration principles. AIT does not change how a person hears; it changes how the brain takes sound in and uses it. Auditory input problems may include sound sensitivity (responding too much to sound) or “tuning out” behaviors (looks like person has a hearing loss, but hearing is normal). Some individuals have symptoms on both ends of the sensitivity continuum. Results vary, depending on the issues that need to be addressed, and the amount of change varies, too. Since beginning the AIT program at Children's Hospital of Michigan in 1992, well over 85% of the participants have reported a positive effect, regardless of age or diagnosis.
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Detroit Free Press Marathon - Team Autism
October 17, 2010. 7-7:30am
Team Autism will be entering a team of over 100 runners and walkers in the Detroit Free Press Marathon events with the goal of raising awareness about autism and raising funds for Judson Center's Autism Connections program.
Want to get involved?
Join Team Autism! Bring your family and run or walk a 5K. Run a Marathon. Run or Walk a Half Marathon. Run in a Relay. The choice is yours. Register at: http://www.detroitmarathon.com and select Judson Center Autism Connections as your official charity partner.
Donate. All donations go to support Judson Center's Autism Connections program. Visit http://www.active.com/donate/judsoncenter to make a personal contribution.
Volunteer on Race Day. Got spirit? Come and help our team at the finish line. You can sign up by emailing team.autism@yahoo.com.
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NOVEMBER |
Speakers Night - Surviving the Holidays
Monday, November 8, 7 pm
Face it-the holidays are stressful for every family even more so when you add autism into the mix! Decorating, shopping, family gatherings, gift giving, school breaks all this on top of an already busy lifestyle!! Come get tips on how to not just survive but to ENJOY the Holidays from our experienced Counselor Nicole Chinn.
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DECEMBER |
Family Holiday Party
Early December, Date to be determined.
Escape the crazy holiday rush and come enjoy time with your friends and family at Autism Connections. We'll be in touch this Fall with further details. |
For a complete listing of all upcoming Judson Center events, please see our Calendar of Events. |
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