“Visualizing Success in the Treatment of Autism” Dr. Ananda Aspen, ABD Saturday, November 12, 2005 (8:00-4:00 p.m.) "Autism Spectrum Disorders from A-Z" Emily Doyle Iland, B.A./Author Sunday, November 13, 2005 (8:00-4:00 p.m.) REGISTRATION FORM for F.E.A.T FMC Autism Conference November 12-13, 2005 (8:00-4:00 pm) at the Central Valley Regional Center in Fresno, California Brought to you by F.E.A.T. FMC & Central Valley Regional Center Registration Information (Please print) Parent Educator Administrator Name (Last, First): Speech Pathologist Occupational Therapist Paraprofessional Psychologist Physical Therapist Student Physician Nurse Other___________ Phone number (s) Address: E-mail address: City, State Zip Code Need disability accommodations during the conference (A representative will contact you for info.) Registration Fees (Includes author’s book & conference materials) Please check dates you will attend: November 12 & 13 November 12 only November 13 only November 12 only Early bird rate by Oct. 28, 2005 Pre-registration 2 day/1 day Professionals: $100/ $70 Parents: $80/ $50 Students: $80/ $50 Spanish ½ day $50 (Saturday) After October 28, 2005 On-site registration 2 Day/1Day $115/ $85 on-site $95/ $65 on-site $95/ $65 on-site $65 on-site “Autism Spectrum Disorders from A-Z" TOTAL Days: TOTAL DUE: Receipts for payment will be included in your registration packet. Please mail check enclosed payments payable to F.E.A.T FMC: FEAT-FMC P.O. Box 4291 Fresno, CA 93744-4291 TOTAL DUE: For more information about this event, please contact F.E.A.T FMC: Paul Lambert, President (559) 240-8519 Jennifer Eachus, Vice-President (559) 213-4996 Ana Bustos-Ponce, Conference Coordinator (559) 459-5958 VM E-mail info@feat-fmc.org Website: www.feat-fmc.org F.E.A.T FMC Autism Conference Brought to you by F.E.A.T. FMC & Central Valley Regional Center November 12-13, 2005 at the Central Valley Regional Center in Fresno, California “Visualizing Success in the Treatment of Autism” Dr. Ananda Aspen, ABD Saturday, November 12, 2005 (8:00-4:00 p.m.) Dr. Ananda Aspen will present practical applications on research encompassing the latest news on the autism front as well as providing information on some new resources available to parents, community, and service providers. Positive supports for visualizing success in the treatment of children with autism spectrum disorders will be emphasized in all material presented. Topics will include technology to support learning, therapeutic riding, reducing family stress and enhancing school/work/life-sleep cycles, and understanding the practical applications of the latest research in autism science and education. Many of the topics covered will include areas of research undertaken by the presenter in the completion of a doctoral program through UC Davis and various special education credentials and Masters through CSUF, as well as professional works developed within her role as an autism specialist. Having worked in autism for the previous 14 years as an educator, and as a frequent presenter and consultant, Dr. Aspen brings a practical and emotionally supportive aspect to interventions and treatments, and an enduring sense of hope for the families and children touched by autism. "Autism Spectrum Disorders from A-Z" Emily Doyle Iland, B.A./Author Sunday, November 13, 2005 (8:00-4:00 p.m.) Emily Doyle Iland is the co-author Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z, (ASD from A to Z) published by Future Horizons in April 2004. Emily Iland wrote the book in English and Spanish drawing from her experiences advocating for her son with ASD and assisting other families. Emily Doyle Iland’s co-author is her sister, Barbara Doyle, who shares her perspective as an educational professional and autism specialist. Together their work represents more than fifty years of practical experience. Emily Iland has translated the book into Spanish to reach out to more people who need information about ASD. She is also an educational consultant and presents at conferences in both English and Spanish. Mrs. Iland is California State Representative of the Yes I Can Program for Social and Recreational Inclusion and founder of C.L.E.A.R, Community and Law Enforcement Aware Response, an effort to help people with disabilities avoid criminal involvement and help law enforcement officials to be informed and aware in their response to people with ASD and other disabilities. Emily Doyle Iland will present essential information about Autism Spectrum Disorders that you need to know to effectively help individuals with autism. Topics will emphasize understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders, explaining ASD to the person with ASD and others, understanding the theories of cause, and understanding assessment & selecting goals for the IPP/IEP. If you work with a child who has autism, this conference is for you. Parents, educators, paraprofessionals, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians, psychologists, regional center providers, and speech and language pathologists are all welcome. For more information about this event, please see registration information attached or contact F.E.A.T FMC: Paul Lambert, President (559) 240-8519 Jennifer Eachus, Vice-President (559) 213-4996 Ana Bustos-Ponce, Conference Coordinator (559) 459-5958 VM E-mail info@feat-fmc.org Website: www.feat-fmc.org Mailing Address: FEAT-FMC P.O. Box 4291 Fresno, CA 93744-4291