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SUMMARY:Friday Night Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join us online every Friday night from 7-7:45pm during the “stay at home advisory for an hour of games and socializing. \nGames will be hosted and moderated by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP\, our Social Skills Group & AT Coordinator. \nIn order to participate you must have a computer or tablet with internet to access Zoom. \nThese game nights are free\, but registration is required and limited to 10 participants.  You will receive an email confirming your registration. \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, October 2nd \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, October 9th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, October 16th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, October 23rd \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, October 30th \nIf you have any questions please email Shannon Sousa at switter@community-autism-resources.com
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/friday-night-fun-2/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T200000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121145Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with....Dr. Barry Prizant
DESCRIPTION:Dr Prizant will be discussing: Uniquely Human: There is no such thing as “Autistic Behavior”\nThere are many misconceptions about autism and the experience of autistic people. In this discussion\, myths surrounding the behaviors observed in autism\, and the belief that autism is only experienced by the individual with the ASD diagnosis will be challenged and a paradigm-shifting perspective will be offered.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED….THANK YOU! \nAbout Barry Prizant: Barry has more than 40 years’ experience as a clinical scholar\, consultant\, researcher and program consultant to children and older persons with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities and their families. He is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.\nBarry has developed family-centered programs for newly diagnosed toddlers with social-communication disabilities and ASD and their families in hospital and university clinic settings\, and consults widely to schools and agencies in New England as well and nationally and internationally\, from early intervention through high school settings.\nOver the past decade\, Barry and his colleagues work has also focused on developing the SCERTS Model for individuals who have or are at-risk for social-communicative difficulties including autism\, and their families.\nBarry has partnered with Community Autism Resources… for the past 20 years in developing and providing a weekend parent retreat for parents of family members with autism.\nHis latest book (with Tom Fields-Meyer)\, written for a mainstream audience is Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism\, published in 2015 by Simon & Schuster.
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-barry-prizant/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T120000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121145Z
CREATED:20200719T234749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121145Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo/Seal
DESCRIPTION:Live on the Zoom App!!              \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal that day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \n Join us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lori DeCrescenzo at loridecrescenzo@community-autism-resources.com \nPlease CLICK HERE to register!
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-with-buttonwood-park-zoo-seal/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T200000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121213Z
CREATED:20200623T230339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121213Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with.....Wendy Fournier\, President of The National Autism Association
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Zoom App for a conversation with Wendy Fournier\, President of The National Autism Association \nWendy will speak on the Topic of Safety Issues for children\, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder\, including: \n\nRecent data on wandering incidents in the Autism community\nEnvironments & situations contribute to higher risk\nWhy we believe our children wander or elope\nEffective prevention strategies across all settings\n\nAnd she will answer your questions! \nTo register\, please click HERE! \nAbout the Speaker:  Wendy Fournier is a founding board member and President of the National Autism Association (NAA)\, established in 2003.  Mrs. Fournier has given lectures and performed training sessions for caregivers\, school administrators\, educators\, social workers and first responders at venues including Penn State’s National Autism Conference\, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children\, the American Legion National Conference\, the National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect\, and the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee at NIH. \nWendy has served on the RI State Commission to study the education of children with autism\, and as a consumer reviewer for the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program for Autism through the U.S. Department of Defense.\nShe has been interviewed by major media outlets including CNN\, ABC\, CBS\, NBC\, People\, Redbook and Elle Magazines. Wendy is the mother of three. Her youngest daughter Aly\, now 20\, was diagnosed with autism in 2002.
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-wendy-fournier-president-of-the-national-autism-association/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T112000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121302Z
CREATED:20200606T214510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121302Z
UID:4556-1592910000-1592911200@community-autism-resources.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat .... Live on the Zoom App
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo! \nLive on the Zoom App!! \nTuesday\, June 23 – 11:00 am – *Red Panda \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal the day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \nJoin us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease click here to register! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you!
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-live-on-the-zoom-app-2/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T112000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121302Z
CREATED:20200606T214049Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat.......Live on the Zoom App!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nVirtual Zoo Keeper Chats with Buttonwood Park Zoo! \nLive on the Zoom App!! \nTuesday\, June 16 – 11:00 am – *Elephant \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal the day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \nJoin us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease click here to register! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! \n 
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-live-on-the-zoom-app/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T200000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121303Z
CREATED:20200531T221140Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Amy Laurent...Power Plays to Power UP and Down Energy Levels
DESCRIPTION:This talk will provide a very brief introduction to the concept of Energy Regulation. \nTools to explore the impact of a variety of activities and sensory motor strategies on an individual’s energy will be discussed. In addition\, a variety of visually supported movement and sensory based activity routines will be presented.\nQuestions will be encouraged. \nThis event will be held via ZOOM \nAlthough this event is free pre-registration is required and space is LIMITED!\nTo register\, please click here! \nAbout the speaker: Amy Laurent is a developmental psychologist and a registered pediatric occupational therapist. Currently in private practice\, Amy specializes in the education of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. The majority of Amy’s work involves collaborating with and supporting early intervention teams\, school teams\, and families. Her consultative services focus on the creation of educational programs and environments that facilitate children’s active engagement and learning at home\, in schools\, and throughout their communities. The SCERTS Model\, of which she is a coauthor\, along with differentiated instruction and developmental theory guide her practice.
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-amy-laurent-power-plays-to-power-up-and-down-energy-levels/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T180000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121359Z
CREATED:20200512T234355Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Group - Learning & Creative Expression - Ages 14-19
DESCRIPTION:Join us and follow live drawing tutorials to create some awesome artwork and exercise your creativity while chatting with other group members.  Drawing tutorials led by Art Instructor\, Andrew Smith\, with social interaction supported by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP. \nSessions presented over Zoom! \nWeek #1 – Pets \nWeek #2 – Pokemon \nWeek #3 – Beach & Sea Creatures \nWeek #4 – Video Game Characters \nWeek #5 – Flowers & Woodland Critters \nWeek #6 – Cartoon Characters \nThis event is open to individuals who are diagnosed with ASD and live in our service region.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/drawing-group-learning-creative-expression-ages-14-19/2020-05-22/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T170000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121359Z
CREATED:20200512T234131Z
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UID:4324-1590163200-1590166800@community-autism-resources.com
SUMMARY:Drawing Group - Learning & Creative Expression - Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:Join us and follow live drawing tutorials to create some awesome artwork and exercise your creativity while chatting with other group members.  Drawing tutorials led by Art Instructor\, Andrew Smith\, with social interaction supported by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP. \nSessions presented over Zoom! \nWeek #1 – Pets \nWeek #2 – Pokemon \nWeek #3 – Beach & Sea Creatures \nWeek #4 – Video Game Characters \nWeek #5 – Flowers & Woodland Critters \nWeek #6 – Cartoon Characters \nThis event is open to individuals who are diagnosed with ASD and live in our service region.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/drawing-group-learning-creative-expression-ages-10-13/2020-05-22/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T200000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121529Z
CREATED:20200427T214722Z
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SUMMARY:Help!\, My Child is Regressing! Zoom Chat w/ Dr. Karen Levine
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about the possibility of your child regressing academically or behaviorally as we shelter at home?  \nJoin us to hear Dr Karen Levine as she offers new perspectives and ideas. This talk will take place on the Zoom App. \nTime will be allotted for questions.  Although this event is free pre-registration is required and space is LIMITED! \n\nClick here to register! \nAbout Dr. Karen Levine: As a Developmental Psychologist of more than 25 years\, Dr. Karen Levine’s passion for improving the well-being of children who have developmental\, social or emotional challenges has been the driving force throughout her career.  She incorporates a developmental\, relationship-based approach to assessment and treatment\, incorporating playfulness and fun into treatment when feasible\, as a means of lowering anxiety and distress.  Karen believes there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to assessment or treatment\, and that individual children and families need different kinds of support at different points in their development. \n\nVisit her website here! \n\n 
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/help-my-child-is-regressing/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T180000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121529Z
CREATED:20200427T220537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121529Z
UID:4179-1588780800-1588788000@community-autism-resources.com
SUMMARY:PEERS® for Young Adults Online Social Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:PEERS® for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults between 18-38 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. This internationally acclaimed program was originally developed at UCLA by PEERS® Clinic Founding Director\, Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson.\nDuring each group session\, young adults are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills.\nYoung adults must be socially motivated and attend each session with a social coach \nSocial Distancing doesn’t have to mean social disengagment.\nDuring the stay at home advisory\, this course will be offered online over a zoom meeting.\nThis will be free of charge to adults (18+) living within our service region.\nAll participants will need a social coach to take this course with them.  A social coach can be a parent/guardian\, adult sibling\, staff\, etc. \nIn order to participate\, both the young adult and social coach will need a separate computer\, tablet\, or smartphone with internet access for our zoom meetings. \nWe will run this on Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00pm starting on May 6th and concluding on June 24th. \nYoung Adults will learn about:\n• Conversational skills\n• Appropriate use of humor\n• Electronic Communication\n• Handling Direct and Indirect Bullying\n• Handling Arguments and Disagreements\n• Organizing Get-Togethers with Friends\n• Dating Skills\n• Strategies for Handling Dating Pressure \nTo get more information or to register contact Mary Fox\, Certified PEERS® Provider\nMfox@community-autism-resources.com
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/peers-for-young-adults-online-social-skills-group/2020-05-06/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200410T194500
DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z
CREATED:20200404T212147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join us online every Friday night from 7-7:45pm during the “stay at home advisory for an hour of games and socializing. \nGames will be hosted and moderated by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP\, our Social Skills Group & AT Coordinator. \nIn order to participate you must have a computer or tablet with internet to access Zoom. \nThese game nights are free\, but registration is required and limited to 10 participants.  You will receive an email confirming your registration. \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, August 28th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 4th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 11th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 18th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 25th \nIf you have any questions please email Shannon Sousa at switter@community-autism-resources.com
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/friday-night-fun/2020-04-10/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T135000
DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z
CREATED:20200402T235925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z
UID:3776-1586350800-1586353800@community-autism-resources.com
SUMMARY:Sip & Chat for Parents/Caregivers for Children with ASD\, Ages 15 and under
DESCRIPTION:From the comfort of your home\, a safe place\, come discuss how we are all dealing with our new normal. \nThis group with by lead by Jan Randall of CAR. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Jan at janrandall@community-autism-resources.com \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, August 26th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 2nd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 9th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 16th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 23rd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 30th \nThis event is free but you must preregister.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nYou will need a computer/tablet/phone with internet access\, as well as the Zoom App to participate.
URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/sip-chat-for-parents-caregivers-for-children-with-asd-ages-15-and-under/2020-04-08/
LOCATION:Zoom App
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