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Noel Marcoux
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AbleNet's Sounding Board App FREE for a limited time
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michelle Abbott May 2. 1 Reply 0 Favorites
This basic communication app is regularly $45; the price dropped today for a limited time. What a great opportunity to give it a try. Click on this link to learn more:…Continue
Street signs
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michelle Abbott Aug 20, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Favorites
I thought I would share this link to an article about street signs that alert drivers of a person with autism in the area. You may want to check with your town's highway department to see if they…Continue
Opportunity to share info at US Congressional Hearing
Started Apr 28, 2011 0 Replies 1 Favorite
I recently heard about a person who is putting together testimony on the supports Adults with Autism may need. She will be using the information she gathers at a US Congressional Committee hearing. …Continue
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Michelle Abbott replied to Noel Marcoux's discussion AbleNet's Sounding Board App FREE for a limited time
Noel Marcoux posted a discussionAbleNet's Sounding Board App FREE for a limited time
This basic communication app is regularly $45; the price dropped today for a limited time. What a great opportunity to give it a try. Click on this link to learn more:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/soundingboard/id390532167See More
Noel Marcoux posted an event12th Annual Kite Day! at Framingham MA
April 29, 2012 from 12pm to 4pm
12th Annual Kite Day!4/29/201212th Annual Kite Day - Join us as we celebrate Autism Awareness!Sunday, April 29, 2012 Noon - 4:00 pm Bose Mountain, Framingham Rain Date: May 6th Presented by: The Autism Alliance of MetroWest, A Program of Advocates, Inc. and The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc.NEW THIS YEAR...free Trackless Train Rides!Directions to Kite Day at Bose Mountain - From Mass Pike take Route 9 West (approximately 1/2 mile) - Take right onto California Ave at Framingham…See More
Noel Marcoux commented on Gateways Autism Center's video
Severely-Autistic Adult Success Story
"It's nice to know that NH doesn't have an institution and that families don't have to fight for community placement."
Noel Marcoux replied to Pamela's discussion Speech Thereapist"If he has private insurance you could start with checking the preferred provider list or if he has Medicaid you can contact Client Services at 1-800-852-3345 ext. 4344 for their provider list."
Noel Marcoux replied to Michelle Abbott's discussion Softball"I do not know of a softball team however a few towns have Challenger Baseball teams through Little League."
Noel Marcoux replied to Le'Ann Milinder's discussion using iPads, computers, other technology"I agree that the Autism Apps is a good resource. One of my other favorites is App Shopper, this is a great tool for searching for apps. It is for all apps out there not just disability related. What I like most about it is…"
Noel Marcoux posted an eventKnowledge is Key- How to be an Effective IEP Team Member at Nashua High School South Career Center
October 26, 2011 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The Nashua Parent Outreach Group (NPOG) and the Nashua School District are collaborating with the Parent Information Center (PIC) to hold a workshop on Special Education “Knowledge is Key—How to be an Effective IEP Team Member”. Productive IEP meetings rely on all IEP Team members having an understanding of the special education process, including their roles and responsibilities. This session includes a brief overview of each step in the process, as well as strategies to assist IEP Team…See More
phani chil is attending Noel Marcoux's eventMeet Your Special Educators-Nashua at Nashua High School North Media Center
September 27, 2011 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The Nashua Parent Outreach Group (NPOG) in collaboration with the Nashua School District Special Education Staff invite you to Meet Your Special Educators from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at NHS North Media Center. Meet administrators and Special Education teaching staff who work in all our schools, from pre-school, elementary school, middle school, and high school. The event will start with an explanation of the Nashua Parent Outreach Group, followed by introductions of…See More
Tee Seng Reed is attending Noel Marcoux's eventMeet Your Special Educators-Nashua at Nashua High School North Media Center
September 27, 2011 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The Nashua Parent Outreach Group (NPOG) in collaboration with the Nashua School District Special Education Staff invite you to Meet Your Special Educators from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at NHS North Media Center. Meet administrators and Special Education teaching staff who work in all our schools, from pre-school, elementary school, middle school, and high school. The event will start with an explanation of the Nashua Parent Outreach Group, followed by introductions of…See More
Noel Marcoux posted an eventMeet Your Special Educators-Nashua at Nashua High School North Media Center
September 27, 2011 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The Nashua Parent Outreach Group (NPOG) in collaboration with the Nashua School District Special Education Staff invite you to Meet Your Special Educators from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at NHS North Media Center. Meet administrators and Special Education teaching staff who work in all our schools, from pre-school, elementary school, middle school, and high school. The event will start with an explanation of the Nashua Parent Outreach Group, followed by introductions of…See More
Noel Marcoux is attending Gateways Autism Center's eventATech iPad Workshop at Gateways Community Services
October 19, 2011 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Please note: This event is for Gateways eligible families. We do have a wait list for others if there is space available. Gateways families must RSVP by October 5, 2011 With roughly 100 new off-the-shelf apps added every day, an educator's bag of tricks is overflowing with choices. But which will work best? A fraction of these apps were actually created for individuals with special needs, yet many are a perfect match. This hands-on seminar will help you identify apps that will increase…See More
Michelle Abbott replied to Noel Marcoux's discussion Street signs"That's great but I look at the sign and have mixed emotions about it. I guess from a safety perspective it's great but I read it and think it's mean & cruel. I don't know why I feel that way when I initially read…"
Noel Marcoux posted a discussionStreet signs
I thought I would share this link to an article about street signs that alert drivers of a person with autism in the area. You may want to check with your town's highway department to see if they can install these on your road. Years ago I asked the Nashua highway department to install Deaf Child signs on my street for my daughter and all it took was a phone call. …See More
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New Jersey Hotel caters to families with Kids with Autism
Posted on February 10, 2010 at 7:50am 0 Comments 0 Favorites
New Jersey hotel caters to families with autistic kids
by Melanie Nayer (RSS feed) on Feb 9th 2010 at 10:30AM
One New Jersey hotel is hoping to help families with autistic kids take another look at vacations. The Clinton Inn Hotel in Tenafly has opened its Alpine Suite, specifically designed for autistic kids.
Tony Morreale, the hotel's manager, and parent of an autistic child, came up with the idea after having trouble finding hotel rooms that were safe for children… Continue
by Melanie Nayer (RSS feed) on Feb 9th 2010 at 10:30AM
One New Jersey hotel is hoping to help families with autistic kids take another look at vacations. The Clinton Inn Hotel in Tenafly has opened its Alpine Suite, specifically designed for autistic kids.
Tony Morreale, the hotel's manager, and parent of an autistic child, came up with the idea after having trouble finding hotel rooms that were safe for children… Continue
Temple Grandin Movie Premiere on HBO
Posted on January 14, 2010 at 2:58pm 1 Comment 0 Favorites
HBO will be premiering their movie about Temple Grandin on February 6. Please see this link for more info:
http://www.hbo.com/events/templegrandin/video.html
http://www.hbo.com/events/templegrandin/video.html
Autism Moms Have Stress Similar To Combat Soldiers
Posted on November 10, 2009 at 3:15pm 1 Comment 0 Favorites
By Michelle Diament November 10, 2009
Mothers of adolescents and adults with autism experience chronic stress comparable to combat soldiers and struggle with frequent fatigue and work interruptions, new research finds. These moms also spend significantly more time caregiving than moms of those without disabilities.
Researchers followed a group of moms of adolescents and adults with autism for eight days in a row. Moms were interviewed at the end of each day about their… Continue
Mothers of adolescents and adults with autism experience chronic stress comparable to combat soldiers and struggle with frequent fatigue and work interruptions, new research finds. These moms also spend significantly more time caregiving than moms of those without disabilities.
Researchers followed a group of moms of adolescents and adults with autism for eight days in a row. Moms were interviewed at the end of each day about their… Continue
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- Thanks! I just got it. IPP in Concord asked Sarah to be part of their website so I asked for all the pictures they took. I'm glad I did.
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Pamela replied to Pamela's discussion Speech Thereapist"So far a few of them where out of service, left messages, and one only worked with staffing the…"
Cindy Caron might attend Gateways Autism Center's eventAutism Support Group at Gateways
June 6, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Autism Support Group will meet the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:30.The group provides…See More
Mark "Chip" Thornton posted eventsWhat’s Next? iApps for Visual Schedules, Supports and Reminders
July 17, 2012 from 8:30am to 3pmThe New Bag of Tricks in Assistive Technology
August 21, 2012 from 8:30am to 3pmASVT AND UVM COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS Presents the 15th Annual 2012 Summer Institute on Autism Spectrum Disorders
June 25, 2012 at 8:15am to June 29, 2012 at 3pm
Autism Support Group at Gateways
June 6, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Autism Support Group will meet the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:30.The group provides…See More
Michelle Abbott left a comment for Abbott Family"I just responded to your discussion. Partners in Pediatrics has been a blessing for me.…"
Michelle Abbott replied to Patricia Worsley, MS's discussion Good Pediatrician/PCP"Partners in Pediatrics in Nashua has always been great with my kids. Dr. Glidden and Dr.…"
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