Public invited to Community Autism Workshop

Posted by Press Release on April 17, 2015

Between puzzle piece ribbons, the color blue, and a month-long series of educational activities, Autism Awareness Month aims to increase the public’s understanding of a developmental disorder affecting an estimated one in 68 children, said a press release from the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

It is hosting a Community Autism Workshop Night on Tuesday, April 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. It will be held at the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s (CCIU) Educational Service Center at 455 Boot Rd., Downingtown, 19335.

The evening will feature eight, 30-minute workshops provided by the CCIU’s training and consultation team on the following topics:

For those with little background on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD):

6:00-6:25 p.m. Autism 101
6:30-6:55 p.m. Sensory Issues
7:00-7:55 p.m. Interacting with Students with Autism
7:30-7:55 p.m. Communication Strategies

For parents and caregivers needing specialized information:

6:00-6:25 p.m. Post-Secondary Transition, Waivers and Guardianship
6:30-6:55 p.m. Technology for ASD
7:00-7:55 p.m. ASD and Co-occurring Disabilities
7:30-7:55 ASD and Independent Living Skills

Light refreshments will be provided, and CCIU will have information displays about programs and services for individuals with autism from preschool through adulthood. Attendees will also have the opportunity to tour the Preschool Special Education program. The event and workshop sessions are designed for adult participants; child care will not be available on-site.

For more information and to RSVP to attend, visit www.cciu.org/autismworkshop.