http://www.littlefriendsinc.orgLittle Friends Inc.en-ushttp://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7330This presentation discusses several aspects of autism and answers many of the most frequently asked questions. This presentation reviews history causes parent issues and discusses in detail the differences and similarities in the pervasive developmental disorders Autism Asperger8217s Childhood Disintegrative Disorder Rett Syndrome and PDD-NOS. Additionally successful treatment strategies are reviewed to teach social and communication skills and deal with behavior problems through several case examples. Other areas covered include prevalence statistics co-existing conditions resources and lifespan issues for children and their families. Level 1 ::::::: Location: Little Friends - 140 N. Wright Street, Naperville, IL 60540http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7330http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7331This presentation discusses several aspects of autism and answers many of the most frequently asked questions. This presentation reviews history causes parent issues and discusses in detail the differences and similarities in the pervasive developmental disorders Autism Asperger8217s Childhood Disintegrative Disorder Rett Syndrome and PDD-NOS. Additionally successful treatment strategies are reviewed to teach social and communication skills and deal with behavior problems through several case examples. Other areas covered include prevalence statistics co-existing conditions resources and lifespan issues for children and their families. Level 1 ::::::: Location: Little Friends - 140 N. Wright Street, Naperville, IL 60540http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7331http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7332Presentation will discuss principles of behavior management and how to develop positive proactive programs for individuals with behavior problems. Other areas covered will be how behavior issues impact staff and how we can inadvertently reinforce negative behavior and ways to avoid this trap. Also covered will be how the educational environment can help or negatively impact a student and tips for organizing a classroom. Strategies on how to develop effective reinforcement programs and schedules will be covered along with effective ways to increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors. Level 1 ::::::: Location: Little Friends - 140 N. Wright Street, Naperville, IL 60540http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7332http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7348The Little Friends Family Council will host a free information session on government-sponsored benefits from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday September 28 in Meeting Room C at Naperville8217s 95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. Designed for parents and guardians of people with disabilities this free information session will help participants learn about government-sponsored benefits programs that are available for families with special needs loved ones. The evening8217s featured speaker will be Sherri Schneider president of Family Benefit Solutions Inc. Participants will learn to research government-sponsored benefits develop a comprehensive strategic plan to maximize all available assistance programs and understand the application process. Admission is free but seats are limited. Parking is available at the library. For details please contact Cally Edwards at 630 281-1882 or via e-mail at credwards@lilfriends.com. ::::::: Location: 95th Street Library - 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville, IL http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7348http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7333Presentation will discuss principles of behavior management and how to develop positive proactive programs for individuals with behavior problems. Other areas covered will be how behavior issues impact staff and how we can inadvertently reinforce negative behavior and ways to avoid this trap. Also covered will be how the educational environment can help or negatively impact a student and tips for organizing a classroom. Strategies on how to develop effective reinforcement programs and schedules will be covered along with effective ways to increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors. Level 1 ::::::: Location: Little Friends - 140 N. Wright Street, Naperville, IL 60540http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7333http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7334This presentation will discuss Discrete Trial Format DTF in teaching children across the Autism Spectrum. Discrete Trial may be used to teach: 1. socialplay skills i.e. imitative play turn-taking and imitating peers 2. receptive and expressive language 3. self-help skills i.e. toileting dressing and undressing and oral hygiene and 4. academics i.e. matching identical items identifying shapes colors letters and numbers. DTF may be customized to meet the needs of each child. DTF is highly structured and builds upon a child8217s strengths. DTF allows those teaching children with autism to customize the program for each child and also allows for program modification when necessary. The second session will have participants practice using Discrete Trial to teach important skills. COST: 115prsn - 2:30-5:00 pm both daysMaximum 15 participants - MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS ::::::: Location: Little Friends - 140 N. Wright Street, Naperville, IL 60540http://www.littlefriendsinc.org/CalendarDetail.asp?id=7334