Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.

Have you heard about the intervention called RDI?  This relatively new intervention uses a consultant model to train families in techniques developed by Dr. Steven Gutstein, author of Autism Aspergers: Solving the Relationship Puzzle and My Baby Can Dance: Stories of Autism, Asperger’s and Success through the Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Program.

RDI is intended to target the core deficits areas seen in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and works on communication, relationship building, and flexible thinking.

Certified RDI consultant Deborah Berrang of Milwaukee will present an introductory workshop for families, educators, and interested community members.

When:  Saturday, 2/13/10 from 9:30 to 11:30 am

Where: Nicolet High School - D-wing Library.  6701 N Jean Nicolet Rd., Glendale

Registration:  Free but we appreciate preregistration so we have enough hand-outs and refreshments. To register, email info@assew.org or call us at 414-427-9345.

Child care is not provided at this event.

April is Autism Awareness month and April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day. To encourage all member states to take measures to raise awareness of autism in society, on December 18, 2007 the United Nations General Assembly supported a campaign to promote early diagnosis and intervention on autism and set April 2nd of each year as World Autism Awareness Day. (more…)

Title: Bullying Prevention
Location: Nicolet High School D-Wing Library, Glendale, WI
Description: Chelsea Budde/Denise Schamens of Good Friend, Inc.
Start Time: 7:00 p.m. (PLEASE NOTE, this is different than the usual time)
Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 (NOTE: different than the usual day)
End Time: 8:30 p.m.

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Title: Parenting Series: Talking to Your Child About His Disability
Location: Nicolet High School D-Wing Library, Glendale, WI
Description: A Free Parenting Series for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Featuring Marla Davishoff, LCSW. Nicolet High School is located off I-43, just south of the Good Hope Rd. exit.

Please email info@assew.org or call (414) 427-9345 to register or for more information. The workshops is FREE but we do request that you register. The Parenting Series is designed for parents with young children but all are welcome. Childcare is not available. Schedule subject to change.
Start Time: 9:30

Date: May 16, 2009

End Time: 11:30