The focus of this study is to explore aspects of the parent-parent relationship and family play interactions in families with autism spectrum disorders and typically developing children.
For more information: http://www.ucifamilylab.com/
Check out our new social skills group for 3rd - 5th graders and their parents. Click here to Apply!
Now Taking Applications for February 2012 Group!
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re currently enrolling for a new group of social skills classes at Mardan School. Families with children in the 3rd-5th grades are encouraged to apply! (participants do not have to be affiliated with Mardan School)
As of 2012, California law requires that children be properly secured in the back seat in a proper child restraint system until they are at least eight years old.* Additionally, all children under age 16 must be properly secured in either a proper child restraint system or seat belt.
On a first offense, a child passenger violation will cost a minimum of $475 with penalty assessments. A second or subsequent offense carries a minimum cost of $1,055. If the parent is not in the car, the driver gets the ticket.
For more information on, visit Child Passenger Safety
Join us on Thursday, January 12, 2012 for a FREE presentation on PEERS: The Art of Making Friends. Event is held at ASK Office in Newport Beach, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Meet Dr. Alexander Gantman (former Assistant Director of the UCLA PEERS Program) and Kimberly Orliczky (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) and learn how ASK PEERS for TEENS can help you!
This presentation is open to all families who have not had the opportunity to apply. Remember to bring you questions… Q & A session following the presentation.
We look forward to meet you! Click here to reserve your spot today!
Start 2012 off on the right foot… Dive into The Art of Making Friends!
Gain new strategies on how to handle bullies. ASK PEERS for Teens will teach teens how to respond to teasing by being more assertive. Learn simple comebacks that will make your teaser look “lame!”
Festival of Human Abilities 2012: Aquarium of the Pacific -
Join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its ninth annual Festival of Human Abilities, a celebration highlighting the creative talents and abilities of people with disabilities.
Wheelchair dance, live music, signing choirs, art demonstrations, accessible SCUBA diving demonstrations, storytelling, service dog demonstrations, and other creative performances will be featured by people who have disabilities. Free interactive classes for people of all ages and abilities will be offered. Sign language interpreters will be present at all major shows and an audio tour is available for those who are blind. Extra elevators and assistance dog relief areas will be available to the public.
For more information, visit Aquarium of the Pacific.
Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Download the coupon from the link below. Present it at the Aquarium ticket window to receive one free admission for one student or adult with a disability and one free admission for an attendant.
Click here for free admission coupon
The focus of this study is to explore aspects of the parent-parent relationship and family play interactions in families with autism spectrum disorders and typically developing children.
For more information: http://www.ucifamilylab.com/
Have more questions about ASK PEERS for TEENS? Find out how this highly successful program will help you master the art of making friends!
ASK presents PEERS: The Art of Making Friends! (PEERS Information Night) on January 12, 2012, 6:30-8:30pm, featuring Dr. Alexander Gantman with Q&A session. This presentation is open to all families interested in PEERS and have not had the chance to apply. Bring your questions, and we look forward to meeting you!
Click here to RVSP online. Please note that childcare is not provided.
School is out! Enjoy time to spend with your family and loved ones to celebrate all your hard work and accomplishments.
ASK wishes your family a happy holiday season! Click here for fun and delicious recipes.