CARES: Children's Academic Resource & Educational Services: August 2016

Information

George Mason University researchers are currently recruiting parents of children with autism for a new stress relief training course. The new course will meet for eight consecutive Wednesdays between Oct 5, 2016 and Jan 18, 2017. Classes will meet in the west Springfield area of Fairfax County, Virginia.

WHO: A parent or primary caregiver of a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, And the child is under 21 years old. Not an experienced meditator. Able to attend classes in Springfield, Va on Wednesday afternoons

WHEN: The class will meet from 12:30-2:30PM for eight consecutive Wednesdays between Oct 5, 2016 and Jan 18, 2017

WHERE: The class will meet in an office space off of Old Keene Mill Rd. in Springfield, VA

SIGN UP

Additional details about the training course and expectations can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/gmustressreliefstudy/about

Recruitment will come to a close on October 4, 2016.

Community Events

September

ReelAbilities Film Festival Preview Event: Anita

Sunday, September 11, 4:00 p.m.

Beth El Hebrew Congregation, 3830 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

You will be captivated by Anita, the story of a young woman with Down syndrome who leads a happy, routine life in Buenos Aires, being meticulously cared for by her mother Dora. See Trailer

Following the movie, we welcome special guest, John Franklin Stephens, a self-advocate who has Down syndrome and is a Special Olympics Global Messenger. Frank will talk about his experiences and answer questions from the audience.

Admission is FREE. Walk-ins are welcome, but to be sure there are enough refreshments

Please RSVP at Brown Paper Tickets: anitapreview@brownpapertickets.com

OCTOBER

TAKING THE NEXT STEP: Transitions through High School and Beyond

Mon, October 3, 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Formed Families Forward offices 4031 University Dr. Fairfax, VA 22030

Presented by transition expert Rhonda Jackson, Founder & President of Add VOICE Too, LLC Cap_Diploma_6 placeholder image

Understanding key strategies for collaboration can make or break transition planning. This training will help parents and students understand and recognize 7 junctures or principles of transition services for all postsecondary activities as identified by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Both youth and their parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend this interactive session. Rhonda will help us create executable transition plans that reflect meaningful engagement by the student.

RSVP: http://formedfamiliesforward.org/taking-the-next-step/

ADHD Connections: A Mind-Body Approach Conference

Saturday, October 15^,8:00 am-4:45 pm

National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) in 4301 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203

Sponsored by NoVA-DC CHADD and the ADHD Resource Group of Northern Virginia. Local attendees come to the conference each year for the latest in ADHD-related research, education, trends, treatment options, solutions and to network with others. The 2016 conference theme, ADHD Connections: A Mind-Body approach will focus on the brain and how research- and evidence-based alternative, complementary, and mindfulness techniques can help those with ADHD, learning differences, twice exceptionality and giftedness, and high-functioning autism. The conference will focus on different perspectives and provide participants access to cutting-edge ADHD research and information to build new understanding.

To register: ADHD Connections: A Mind-Body Approach

RECURRING AND ONGOING EVENTS

Autism Acceptance Night @ Flight

Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:00pm

Flight Trampoline Park, 7200 Fullerton Road, Springfield, VA 22150

Adaptive Ice Skating Class

Saturdays during the summer, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

RESTON SKATEQUEST, 1800 Michael Faraday Ct. Reston, VA 20190

If you have or know of a youth with special needs who'd like to learn to skate or improve their skills in smaller classes, during more quiet ice time, please bring them to Adaptive Skating classes this summer,

Walk in classes $6 for an hour.

Call Caroline Katzman, 703-709-1010

JSSA (Jewish Social Services Agency) Offers Social Groups

Groups for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other related disorders focus on strengthening the development and enhancement of social communication skills, social interactions, problem-solving, self-regulation, self-esteem and gaining real-world skills.

See a Full List of Social groups and classess

CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder www.chadd.org

West Fairfax CHADD Parent Support Group

2nd & 4th Thursday, 7:30 pm

Room 201 at Fairfax Church of Christ, 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax, VA 22033

Contact Sharon 703 716-4646 or clintob@aol.com.

Support Group for Middle School Students with ADHD

First Sunday of each month, 2:00 - 3:00 pm

4031 Univ. Dr Fairfax, VA (enter on South St.)

No parents!

Support Group for High School Students with ADHD

First Sunday of each month, 3:30 - 5:00 pm