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Autism Society of Washington presents
Innovative Pathways to Adult Services
November 10, 2012 9 am 5 pm
The Olympia Ballroom - Olympia, WA
(Lodging is across the street at the Governor Hotel; special rate of $86/room/night)
You must preregister to guarantee a seat. Walk ins will be seated and given materials on a space available basis.
This event is open to ASW Members and non-members. We have a donor who is supporting free or pay what you can registration options so cost is not an issue for attendance. Other donations to support this event are appreciated and can be collected through the registration process. Please note, the donation is just a contribution in addition to your registration.
We invite you to come learn more about what is evolving on the frontier of adult services. The population of adults with autism is growing fast. We need effective and sustainable services that respond to individual preferences and lifestyle choices. Join us as we explore new approaches to employment and residential supports that are increasing access to options that meet the unique needs of individuals on the spectrum.
Following the adult services program, please join us for our 2012 Annual Membership Meeting and learn more about the Autism Society of Washington. We will start the meeting with a special presentation on the DSM-5 revision.
We also have a limited number of display table spaces available to showcase other innovative programs and services. This is for information dissemination only, no soliciation or fundraising is permitted. If you are interested in setting up a resource display table, please contact the office at (360) 515-8910.
All full registrations includes lunch.
Presentations include:
Rehabilitation & Recovery: Continuing into Adult Life
Dr. Alan Unis, Medical Director, Youth Services Program, Kootenai Medical Center
What do we need to pay attention to in order to assure ongoing recovery in adulthood?
"Employment For All" Must Be the Reality!
Cindi Kirchmeier, Vice President Employment Services, Morningside
Where have we been? Where are we now? What are the challenges and opportunities of the future?
Supported Self-Employment & DVR: An Overview
James O'Brien, Dept of Vocational Rehabilitation
DVR's approach to self-employment and how supported employment fits into this employment outcome.
Microenterprise Training Programs
Lisa Smith, Enterprise for Equity
Cohousing: Creating a Village
Grace Kim, Schemata Workshop, Inc.
Learn more about this sustainable housing model and the existing opportunities within the Puget Sound.
Agricultural Communities for Adults with Autism
Marla Guerrero, Echoing Hope Ranch
Agricultural programs specifically designed to meet the needs of the adults with autism that they serve.
Annual Membership Meeting & Special Presentation
Changes in the DSM 5 and Autism Diagnosis
Dr. Steve Becker, Becker & Associates
ASW Annual Meeting 2012
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LocationThe Olympia Ballroom
116 Legion Way SW
Olympia, WA 98501
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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