ASP Family Support Group for January 2009

In line with the celebration of the 13th Autism Consciousness Week, ASP presents the first Family Support Group Meeting.

Our facilitator for this month is Ms. Grace Adviento. She is a physical therapist by training but a copy center entrepreneur by profession. This woman of many talents is an invaluable resource to ASP. Her down-to-earth and magnetic appeal makes her one of the best facilitators of ASP's Early Detection and Intervention Program. Mother to 7-year old Adrian, she serves her second term in the ASP Board and is the present Vice President of ASP.

Hear straight from Grace an excerpt from the upcoming FSG: "I ound myself in a twilight zone. The feeling is like dreaming while awake. I felt numb. I was shocked, in denial, angry and depressed all at the same time. The dreams I had for my son, going to Ateneo or becoming a congressman, were thrown out of the window. However, I discovered that the more I shared my experiences to others, acceptance of Adrian easier and my own recovery quicker.”

Hurry, call 7-903-5496 to book your seats (only 15 pax available) on 24 January 2009, Saturday, at 1pm ASP Office, Room 307, ML Building,# 47 Kamias Road, Quezon City.

Please check your Inboxes for more ASaP News. “Why I Walked with Angels” and other stories coming your way. Write us at autismphils@gmail.com or visit us at http://www.autismsocietyph.org

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ASP Trece Martires City hold seminar on Behavior Modification

Early intervention is a vital key to treating autism. Many professionals feel that behavior modification techniques are crucial in the early years of the child with autism. ASP Trece Martires City Chapter will be hosting a seminar on “Behavioral Modification Strategies for Special Children" on January 31, 2009, Saturday 8am -12pm at Forest Park, Luciano, Trece Martires City.

This seminar aims to help participants understand possible causes of behaviors of CWA and equip them with corresponding strategies to address these behaviors. Some of these time tested strategies and approaches have been used for a decade and significant improvements were noted in her clients.

About our speaker:

Ms. Ging Viado

Ms. Noemi Viado (Teacher Ging) is a mother from Iloilo and was motivated to put up a school after her daughter’s diagnosis. Herself a special educator, she conducts lecture on autism to parents and professionals and counsels group of moms with special children enrolled in her school. Teacher Ging earned several units for a Masters in Special Education from the Philippine Normal University. She has attended numerous trainings in the field of special education both in the Philippines and abroad. She serves as a Trustee of ASP.

There will be a pre-registration to all interested participants P175 for non-ASP members and P150 to all ASP members. On site-registration will be P200. For more details please contact Ms. Lyn at 0928-425-6909 or (046) 864-0157.

Parents, teachers, professionals, caregivers, students of related courses are welcome to attend. Join us and discover the challenging ways in handling the special children.

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The 13th National Autism Consciousness Week

“Autism… the silent epidemic”. 1 in 150 individuals is affected with some form of autism. Recent studies in the US reported autism as the fastest rising developmental disability and more will be diagnosed than diabetes, cancer and AIDS combined in the coming years. Recognizing the gravity of this situation, United Nations (UN) General Assembly declared April 2 of this year and the succeeding years as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) to create awareness on autism worldwide.

In the Philippines, at least half a million Filipino families are estimated to be affected with autism. In 1996, 13 years ago, former President Fidel V. Ramos signed Presidential Proclamation No. 711 declaring the third week of January as Autism Consciousness Week. The proclamation aims to promote awareness on autism and the provision of appropriate socials services to persons with autism.

Grade students in a classroom

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how an individual interprets what he sees, hears, touches and tastes, thereby, impairing understanding and use of language and his adaptation to his environment. Autism is not curable but is treatable, especially if the child is diagnosed and receives intervention early in life. With special education and therapy, most children with autism, can be trained to be self-reliant and productive members of society.

For the past 20 years, ASP is in the forefront of advocating and providing services to families affected with autism. From the original 11 mothers who banded together in 1989, ASP now has more than 6,000 members with 37 chapters all over the country. The theme of this year’s celebration “ASP @ 20 - Sharing HOPES. Building DREAMS” truly reflects ASP’s commitment to continue its mission as a beacon of hope to the hopeless and turning dreams into realities - step by step.

ASP spearheads the celebration in partnership with SM Committee on Disability Affairs, National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA), Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC), NORFIL Foundation, Commission on Higher Education (CHED), House of Representatives Committee on Social Services, Buhay Party List, Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC), Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), Kapisanan ng May Kapansanan sa Pilipinas (KAMPI), Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Philippine Information Agency (PIA), Department of Education (DepEd), Liliane Foundation and SM Supermalls.

Let’s join hands in solidarity with the Autism Society Philippines and all the families affected with autism in celebrating the 13th National Autism Consciousness Week. Let’s do our part in sharing hopes and building dreams. Let’s all be “Angels for Autism”!

Maraming Salamat at Mabuhay!

For details of the activities please refer to the attached schedule of activities. You may also call the ASP office at 7-903-5496.

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13th National Autism Consciousness Week Calendar

Theme: ASP @ 20: Sharing hopes, building dreams.

ASP Official Logo

18 January 2009, Sunday

0600H Angels Walk for Autism
Music Hall, SM MALL of ASIA (MOA)

1130H Colors of Autism Exhibit
2nd Flr. Entertainment Mall, MOA

1600H Colors of Autism Exhibit
Entertainment Center, SM North EDSA

18-25 January 2009 (Mall Hours)

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
SM City Davao

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
SM City Iloilo

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
SM City Cebu (to be confirmed)

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
SM City Cagayan de Oro (to be confirmed)

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
SM City Baguio (to be confirmed)

Colors of Autism Exhibit,
Gaisano Mall, Iligan City (January 24-25)

20 January 2009, Tuesday

0830H Understanding Autism and Its Co Morbidities
Maximizing Parent-Professional Partnership,
Social Hall, DENR Office, Visayas Ave., Quezon City

21 January 2009, Wednesday

0700H Educational Trip/Libreng Therapy
Balayan, Batangas
CBR Field Visit

22 January 2009, Thursday

1000H 3rd Laguna Friendship Games,
SM Sta. Rosa

1300H Forum on Disability
Conference Room 10, House of Representatives

23 January 2009, Friday

0900H On the Spot Painting Contest,
Social Hall, DENR Office, Visayas Ave., Quezon City

24 January 2009, Saturday

0900H Lecture on Psycho-Ed Assessment; IEP,
CAS Lecture Hall, UP Los Baños, Laguna

1300H Family Support Group Meeting,
ASP Office, ML Bldg. 47 Kamias Rd., Quezon City

1300H Seminar on Structuring Home & School for Effective Teaching of PWAs,
Greenhills Christian Fellowship, J. Domingo Bldg. Marcos Highway

1300H Induction of Officers, ASP Marikina Chapter,
Marikina City

1400H Closing Ceremony Colors of Autism Exhibit,
Entertainment Center SM North EDSA

1600H Talent Show ASP Lagro Chapter,
SM Fairview

25 January 2009, Sunday

0800H Holy Mass and Family Day,
PAGASA Hall, Center for Mental Health

1300H Bingo Social,
9 de Febrero Street, Mandaluyong City

Week Long - Radio and TV Interviews

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Angels Walk for Autism

Program of Activities
18 January 2007, Sunday, 6:00AM
Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City

Hosts: Chrissy Roa and Kismette J. Cepe

6:00 am : Registration
6:30 am : Warm-Up Exercises
7:00 am : Program Proper

Invocation
GS Option

National Anthem
Thara Marie Santiago

Opening Remarks
Dang Koe
President ASP

Welcome Address
Ms. Annie Garcia
President, SM Management Corp.

Message
Hon. Irwin Tieng
Honorary Chair
Working Committee
Autism Consciousness Week 09

Message
Hon. Leila De Lima
Chairperson
Commission on Human Rights

7:30 am: Walk Proper
9:00 am: Performances

Talent Show

Raffle

Closing Remarks
Ms. Evelyn Go
ASP Treasurer

Angel Walk for Autism 2009

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Psychoeducational Assessment of Children with Special Needs and the IEP: From Theory to Practice

“Where do I begin?”, a question often asked by someone working with special children. The answer lies with a careful and thorough assessment of the child’s educational needs which will form the basis for the development of his/her individualized education plan or the IEP. Listen to Dr. Edilberto I. Dizon, one the country’s renowned speakers/lecturers in Special Education, as he delivers a profound lecture and discussion about the topic.

About the Speaker:

Mr. Edilberto Dizon

Edilberto I. Dizon, Ed.D.
Chairman, SPED Dept., College of Education, UP Diliman
SPED Diagnostician and author/co-author of several books, including “Teaching Filipino Children with Autism”.

Voted as one of the National Pillars of Special Education in the Philippines, 2007

Date: 24 January 2009, Sat
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Venue: CAS Lecture Hall, UP Los Baños, Laguna

Seminar rate:

Early Registration (until January 17, 2009)
ASP Member (with valid ID): P 1,000.00
Non Member: 1,200.00

On-site Registration (starts at 7:45am)
ASP Member (with valid id): P1,200.00
Non Member: 1,500.00

Fee (includes 2 snacks, handouts and certificate)

For inquiries, call or text Lian - 0905-883-3001; Riza - 0918-577-7940. Or email us at asplagunachapter@yahoo.com. For early registrants, please deposit payment at any Land Bank branch to: Account name: ASP-Laguna; Account number: 1891-0851-56 and fax deposit slip (with name/s of participant/s) to (049)-557-0641.

Or mail to:
ASP-Laguna Autism Resource Center
Intan St., Sta. Fe Subd., Los Baños, Laguna 4030

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