Co-hosts Merrick Egber and Nate Shanok present news and updates about the Els for Autism Foundation, bring you interviews, feature stories, and news pertaining to the autism community.
SHOWNOTES FOR ‘VOLUNTARISM WITH THE ELS FOR AUTISM FOUNDATION®' WITH BOBBY AND CHRISTY BANKER. SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM ‘FORE! AUTISM' PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLE HERE, THE DECEMBER ARTICLE IS CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER DAY WHERE WE INTERVIEWED LEANNE DOLL, WHO HAS VOLUNTEERED FOR THE SEA OF POSSIBILITIES MICROBUSINESS FOR A WHILE. https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: BOBBY AND CHRISTY BANKER TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO GET INVOLVED AS A VOLUNTEER: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/ FOR CONTACTS FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: CONTACT KAREN ROBERTS, OUR HR GENERALIST AT: KAREN.ROBERTS@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR CALL 561-625-8264 EXT. 2005 CONTACT JILL BOWEN, OUR GRANT WRITER/DONOR RELATIONS COORDINATOR AT: JILL.BOWEN@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR CALL 561-598-6197 EXT. 2002
SHOWNOTES FOR ‘SPOTLIGHTING NDEAM (NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH)' WITH DR. ROBIN JONES, KATIE CAPPELEN, AND LODEN COLEMAN. SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM ‘FORE! AUTISM' PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES, INCLUDING EPISODE 26 WHERE WE INTERVIEWED ANDREW BLITMAN – THE 2023 AUTISM SPECTRUM AWARD WINNER: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, THE OCTOBER ARTICLES FEATURE A SOCIAL STORY CELEBRATING THE UNITED STATES TRADITION OF THANKSGIVING, AND AN INTERVIEW WITH ANDREW BLITMAN, OUR 2023 AUTISM SPECTRUM AWARD WINNER. https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ ANDREW'S WEB SITE: https://andrewblitman.com/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: DR. ROBIN JONES, KATIE CAPPELEN, AND LODEN COLEMAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM IN ORDER TO GET YOUR ADULT SON OR DAUGHTER TO GET TO WORK: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-service/employment-programs/ OR TO BECOME AN EMPLOYER PARTNER WITH US: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/employer-partners/ CONNECT TO DR. ROBIN JONES FOR ADULT SERVICES QUESTIONS: DR. ROBIN JONES: ROBIN.JONES@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9516 EXT. 2066 CONNECT TO LODEN COLEMAN FOR CLIENT ONBOARDING LODEN COLEMAN: LODEN.COLEMAN@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9520 EXT. 2049 CONNECT TO KATIE CAPPELEN TO ASK ABOUT U CAN EMPLOY™ OR TO SEE IF YOUR BUSINESS CAN GET INVOLVED KATIE CAPPELEN: KATIE.CAPPELEN@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9500 (ASK FOR KATIE CAPPELEN)
SHOWNOTES FOR ‘THE STOOPS FAMILY ADULT SERVICES BUILDING'S FIRST DAYS' WITH HARRYSON MAUGE SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM ‘FORE! AUTISM' PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, THE SEPTEMBER ARTICLES FEATURE PUMPKIN SPICE RECIPES FROM JEN WILSON, GENERAL MANAGER OF THE BIG EASY CAFÉ BY ERNIE ELS, AND TIPS AND TRICKS TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: HARRYSON MAUGE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM IN ORDER TO GET YOUR ADULT SON OR DAUGHTER TO GET TO WORK: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-service/employment-programs/ CONNECT TO LODEN COLEMAN FOR THE WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM: LODEN COLEMAN: LODEN.COLEMAN@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9520 EXT. 2049
SHOWNOTES FOR ‘OUR FOCUS ON EMPLOYMENT' WITH LODEN COLEMAN SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM ‘FORE! AUTISM' PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY THREE AUGUST ARTICLES FEATURE AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. SHANOK AS A GAME CHANGER, AN INTERVIEW WITH JEN WILSON ABOUT THE INAUGURATION OF THE BIG EASY CAFÉ, AND A FEATURE FOR OUR VIRTUAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: LODEN COLEMAN FOR EMPLOYMENT-RELATED RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES AND POTENTIAL CLIENTS ALIKE: CONTACT DR. ROBIN JONES: 561-320-9516 Ext. 2066 CONTACT LODEN COLEMAN: 561-320-9520 Ext. 2049
SHOWNOTES FOR ‘THE GRASP OF OUR ADULT SERVICES PROGRAMMING' WITH DR. ROBIN JONES SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM ‘FORE! AUTISM' PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY TWO JULY ARTICLES ARE ABOUT AN INTERVIEW WITH AN EMPLOYER PARTNER AND THE CLIENT THAT SHE HIRED, WHILE THE SECOND ONE IS ABOUT A BARBER WHO CUTS HAIR FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM FOR FREE! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: ROBIN JONES FOR ANY FURTHER INQUIRIES ABOUT ADULT SERVICES: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/ TO CATCH ANY FURTHER UPDATES ABOUT THE ADULT SERVICES BUILDING: https://www.elsforautism.org/ways-to-give/adult-services-capital-campaign-2/
SHOWNOTES FOR THE POWER OF OUR RESEARCH WITH DR. NATE SHANOK SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM INTERVIEW WITH DR. SHANOK: SOURCE ARTICLE FOR THE INTERVIEW: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/The-utility-of-a-golf-training-program-for-individuals-with-ASD.pdf THE RESEARCH THAT WAS CURRENTLY FINISHED ABOUT THE ELS' CENTER OF EXCELLENCE®: The impact of ASPECTSS-based design intervention in autism school design: a case study ALL OF OUR RESEARCH SINCE THE ELS FOR AUTISM FOUNDATION® STARTED: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/research/
SHOWNOTES FOR ADULT CLIENT EMPOWERMENT WITH KATE ROBERTS SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY TWO JUNE ARTICLES ARE ABOUT INTERVIEWS WITH FATHERS, ONE WITH A CO-WORKER, DAVID MENDEL, and ONE WITH ERNIE ELS, HIMSELF. https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ NOMINATE SOMEONE WHO YOU FEEL IS A GOOD REPRESENTATIVE OF THE AUTISM COMMUNITY: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-spectrum-award/ OUR AUTISTIC PRIDE DAY ARTICLE: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/g44048763/celebrities-with-autism/ PRIDE MONTH AUTISM ARTICLE: https://www.npr.org/2023/01/15/1149318664/transgender-and-non-binary-people-are-up-to-six-times-more-likely-to-have-autism UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE ARTICLE REFERRED TO FOR PRIDE MONTH: https://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/autistic-individuals-are-more-likely-to-be-lgbtq INTERVIEW SEGMENT: KATE ROBERTS OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES HAVE MADE AN IMPACT ON KATE: THE SPOKEN WHEEL SOCIETY https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Spoken-Wheel-Society-2.pdf REACH AND TEACH THROUGH THE ARTS CURRICULA https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/music-dance-and-art-therapy/ FOR A FEW EXAMPLES OF WHAT WE OFFER
SHOWNOTES FOR MENTAL HEALTH & AUTISM SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY: A MENTAL HEALTH STUDY SOURCE: https://britisheliteathletes.org/2023/03/16/caragh-mcmurtry-shares-neurodivergence-story-after-bipolar-misdiagnosis/ AN ARTICLE THAT DEFINES HOW THE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD CAN IMPROVE ON PATIENTS WITH AUTISM: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11920-022-01362-z MERRICK'S STORY: WHAT MENTAL HEALTH MEANS TO ME A MUCH MORE IN-DEPTH ARTICLE: https://www.mhanational.org/31-tips-boost-your-mental-health
SHOWNOTES FOR THE MAKING OF AN AUTISM SELF-ADVOCATE FEATURING GYASI BURKS-ABBOTT – SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY TWO MAY ARTICLES ARE ABOUT INTERVIEWS WITH MOTHERS WHO HAVE CHILDREN WITH AUTISM AND EXPERTS WHO ARE SPEAKING CANDIDLY ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH AND AUTISM. https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ OUR WEB SITE WITH OUR MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING PAGE: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ OUR YOUTUBE PAGE WITH THE TWO PLAYLISTS ON MENTAL HEALTH: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXF9QKKGPvWACzJuqchYMxQ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: GYASI BURKS-ABBOTT GYASI BURKS-ABBOTT BOOK ‘MY MOTHER'S APPRENTICE: AN AUTISTIC'S RITES OF PASSAGE' CAN BE FOUND ANYWHERE, AND ESPECIALLY ON BARNES AND NOBLE AND AMAZON.COM IN A PAPERBACK FORM: BARNES AND NOBLE: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/my-mothers-apprentice-gyasi-burks-abbott/1141014183 AMAZON.COM: https://www.amazon.com/My-Mothers-Apprentice-Gyasi-Burks-Abbott/dp/1957262079
SHOWNOTES FOR THE APRIL 2023 PODCAST ‘CELEBRATING WORLD AUTISM MONTH AGAIN!' WITH ZACHARY PIKE PART B – THE DISCUSSION SEGMENT SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY: NEW PREVALENCE STATISTICS RELATED SOURCE: https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2023/03/23/autism-now-affects-1-in-36-kids-cdc-says/30305/ AN ARTICLE THAT DEFINES THE NEW PREVALENCE RATE: https://www.hopebridge.com/blog/prevalence-of-autism-1-in-36-children/ MERRICK'S STORY: WHAT AUTISM MEANS TO ME A MUCH MORE IN-DEPTH ARTICLE: https://neuroclastic.com/what-autism-means-to-me/
SHOWNOTES FOR THE APRIL 2023 PODCAST ‘CELEBRATING WORLD AUTISM MONTH AGAIN!' WITH ZACHARY PIKE PART A – FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES AND THE INTERVIEW Correction: May's Episode is the 38th episode. SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY APRIL ARTICLE IS 30 QUOTES FROM 30 AUTISTIC PEOPLE: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ OUR WORLD AUTISM MONTH PAGE, WITH CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS AND AN INVITATION TO SHARE YOUR STORY: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/world-autism-month/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: ZACHARY PIKE ZACHARY PIKE'S BOOK ‘REGULAR' WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON BARNES AND NOBLE AND AMAZON.COM, IN PAPERBACK, HARDCOVER AND DIGITAL: BARNES AND NOBLE: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/regular-zachary-s-pike/1143039004 AMAZON.COM: https://www.amazon.com/Regular-Autism-Journey-Ordinary-Extraordinary/dp/1728378354?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
SHOWNOTES FOR THE MARCH 2023 PODCAST EPISODE ‘LEARNING TO SWIM' B – THE DISCUSSION PIECE SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY: CONQUERING MOUNTAINS AND CHALLENGES SOURCE: https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-rock-climbing-news-climber-with-autism-once-revealed-how-conquering-heights-helps-him-own-up-to-his-differences/ THERE IS AN ORGANIZATION IN COLORADO THAT IS TEACHING INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM TO ROCK CLIMB: https://www.autismclimbs.org/ MORE INFORMATION ON ALEX HONNOLD https://realriskpodcast.com/s2-e8-free-solo-and-more-alex-honnold-on-life-and-el-capitan/ MERRICK'S STORY: SPORTS MOVIES INTERESTING READ: https://www.espn.com/page2/movies/s/top20/fulllist.html MAYBE, SPORTS VIDEO GAMES: http://www.espn.com/espn/playbook/feature/video/_/id/9231036/playbook-top-25-sports-video-games-ever?
SHOWNOTES FOR THE MARCH 2023 PODCAST ‘LEARNING TO SWIM' A – THE INTERVIEW SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE, MY MARCH ARTICLE IS ABOUT MUSIC AND MY CRAFTMANSHIP ABOUT IT: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ PAGE FOR THE 2023 RE-CREATING RECREATION CONFERENCE: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/conferences/re-creating-recreation-conference-march-23-24-25-2023/ EDUCATIONAL SEGMENT: FREE WEBINARS: HERE IS THE PAGE FOR OUR FREE WEBINARS: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/free-webinars/ FOR UPCOMING WEBINAR NOTIFICATIONS AND UPDATES CHECK HERE: bit.ly/3Tob3TP CEUs (CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS AND CREDITS) https://www.elsforautism.org/continuing-education/ FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: ERIN.LOZOTT@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9521 OUR RESOURCES AND ORGANIZATIONS DIRECTORY: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/autism-organizations-ww/ SAM'S SIBS STICK TOGETHER RESOURCES: https://www.samssibssticktogether.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/elsforautism/ SEA OF POSSIBILITIES FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/SeaofPossibilitiesElsForAutism INSTAGRAM PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/?hl=en TWITTER PAGE: https://twitter.com/ElsForAutism?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@elsforautism6095 INTERVIEW SEGMENT: DR. JACK SCOTT JACK SCOTT'S PROFILE: https://www.fau.edu/education/faculty/scott/ A DROWNING AWARENESS BROCHURE CREATED BY DR. SCOTT: https://discover.pbcgov.org/drowningprevention/pdf/Autism_Brochure.pdf ASK AN EXPERT ON DR. SCOTT'S RESEARCH ON FAMILY SAFETY: https://www.autism-society.org/news/ask-expert-jack-scott/
SHOWNOTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2023 PODCAST EPISODE ‘KEEPING YOUR HEALTH IN CHECK WITH DR. KIM RIVIECCIO AND DOREEN CAMMARATA B – THE DISCUSSION PIECE SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY: MEDITATION SOURCE: https://www.earth.com/news/deep-meditation-transforms-gut-microbes-for-optimal-health/ SOME OF THE TERMS CAN BE DEFINED: https://igynutrition.com/digestive-health-for-dummies-101-crash-course-on-digestive-health/ MERRICK'S STORY: MUSIC IS A HEALTH AND WELL-BEING TOOL A HELPFUL ARTICLE: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferpalumbo/2022/08/26/why-music-is-positive-for-autistic-individuals/?sh=44ef23a5b802
SHOWNOTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2023 PODCAST ‘KEEPING YOUR HEALTH IN CHECK' WITH DR. KIM RIVIECCIO AND DOREEN CAMMARATA A – THE INTERVIEW SUPPORT THE ELS FOR AUTISM FORE! AUTISM PODCAST! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES LISTEN TO US THROUGH THESE RESOURCES: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 PODBEAN: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ ELS FOR AUTISM WEB SITE: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ PAGE FOR THE 2023 RE-CREATING RECREATION CONFERENCE: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/conferences/re-creating-recreation-conference-march-23-24-25-2023/ VIRTUAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES: TELEHEALTH SERVICES: VARIOUS SERVICES PROVIDED https://www.elsforautism.org/virtual-services/ MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES: ADULT SUPPORT GROUP 5:00 – 6:00 PM ON MONDAYS TEEN ‘CONNECTIONS' MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP 5:30 – 6:30 ON MONDAYS (MY ERROR ON THE PROGRAM) SAM'S SIBS STICK TOGETHER SIBLING SUPPORT GROUP: ONCE A MONTH (THE HOME FOR SAM'S SIBS STICK TOGETHER: https://www.samssibssticktogether.com/) https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CLINICAL SERVICES CONTACT DR. ERIN LOZOTT AT: ERIN.LOZOTT@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9521 VIRTUAL RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS YOGA (16+) 4:15, 5:00 PM, TUESDAYS (VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON) SPECTRUM BOOK CLUB (18+) 4:00 – 5:00 PM, TUESDAYS CONNECTIONS CLUB (16+) 4:00 – 5:00 PM, THURSDAYS CONTACT GREG CONNORS, OUR RECREATION COORDINATOR HERE: GREG.CONNORS@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9512 VIRTUAL ADULT SERVICES PROGRAMS THE SPOKEN WHEEL SOCIETY VIRTUAL MEETINGS: 12 – 1 PM ON ALL FRIDAYS OUTSIDE OF THE SECOND FRIDAY ON-CAMPUS MEETINGS: 2:30 – 4:30 ON EVERY SECOND FRIDAY WIP FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ADULT SERVICES CONTACT ROBIN JONES, OUR ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADULT SERVICES HERE: ROBIN.JONES@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9516 INTERVIEW SEGMENT: DR. KIM RIVIECCIO AND DOREEN CAMMARATTA FOR OUR MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT PROGRAMS: ADULT SUPPORT GROUP 5:00 – 6:00 PM ON MONDAYS TEEN ‘CONNECTIONS' MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP 5:30 – 6:30 ON MONDAYS (MY ERROR ON THE PROGRAM) SAM'S SIBS STICK TOGETHER SIBLING SUPPORT GROUP: ONCE A MONTH (THE HOME FOR SAM'S SIBS STICK TOGETHER: https://www.samssibssticktogether.com/ ) https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ DR. KIM RIVIECCIO'S STRESS MANAGEMENT TIPS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyBC_KGS3GhGHPjvp-IM7_O1fOAhQrC9n THE PLAYLIST ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR MENTAL HEALTH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyBC_KGS3GhEneb2zKbD4DE0QyZWUOpJ5 DOREEN'S AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.amazon.com/Someone-Love-Died-Suicide-Survivors/dp/0978868196
SHOWNOTES FOR THE JANUARY 2023 PODCAST EPISODE ‘ANIMATING OUR LIVES' FEATURING DANI BOWMAN B – THE DISCUSSION PIECE Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY: ARTISTIC DREAMS Source: https://granthshala.com/11-year-old-autistic-piano-prodigy-goes-viral-after-15000-surprise-gift-from-teacher/ MERRICK'S STORY: VIDEO GAME INTEREST MY YOUTUBE SUBSCRIPTIONS: https://www.youtube.com/@NitroRad https://www.youtube.com/@SegaLordX https://www.youtube.com/@Caddicarus https://www.youtube.com/@ArloStuff (FOR MORE OF A FAMILY VIBE) MY WEB SITES I HAVE VISITED https://www.neogaf.com/ https://www.nintendolife.com/ https://www.resetera.com/ AN INTERESTING STUDY: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/video-gaming-may-be-associated-better-cognitive-performance-children#:~:text=A%20study%20of%20nearly%202%2C000,had%20never%20played%20video%20games.
SHOWNOTES FOR THE JANUARY 2023 PODCAST EPISODE ‘ANIMATING OUR LIVES' FEATURING DANI BOWMAN A – THE INTERVIEW Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa READ THE LATEST BLOG ARTICLES HERE: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ BECOME AN OFFICIAL PROGRAM PROVIDER FOR GOLF HERE: https://app.leadbetter.com/landing? (MAKE SURE TO CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT) BECOME AN OFFICIAL PROGRAM PROVIDER FOR TENNIS HERE: https://www.elsforautism.org/ernie-els-gameon-autism-programs/ernie-els-gameon-autism-tennis/ WATCH THE PLAYLIST HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyBC_KGS3GhGZCIukTrm487Vl9LGsM6LV CONTACT GREG CONNORS, OUR OFFICIAL PROGRAM PROVIDER COORDINATOR HERE: GREG.CONNORS@ELSFORAUTISM.ORG OR 561-320-9512 PAGE FOR THE 2023 RE-CREATING RECREATION CONFERENCE: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/conferences/re-creating-recreation-conference-march-23-24-25-2023/ TELEHEALTH SERVICES: https://www.elsforautism.org/virtual-services/ THE GOALS PROGRAM: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/global-outreach/evaluation-program-development-and-coaching/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT: DANI BOWMAN DANIMATION ENTERTAINMENT: https://danimationentertainment.com/ LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM SEASON 1 https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a40039183/love-on-the-spectrum-us-cast-now/ EXCLUSIVELY ON NETFLIX
SHOWNOTES FOR THE DECEMBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘DOING GLOBALLY' FEATURING CAE MENAI-DAVIS AND ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER – JAMES A. WILLIAMS. Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY 1: AUTISTIC OR PERSON WITH AUTISM Source: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/13623613221130845 NATE'S STORY 2: DO CHILDREN WITH AUTISM EXPERIENCE LESS PAIN THAN NEUROTYPICAL TYPES Source: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20221130/New-study-questions-the-perception-that-autistic-individuals-experience-less-pain.aspx MERRICK'S STORY 1: LOVE STORY Rotten Tomatoes on Love on the Spectrum (U.S.) https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/love_on_the_spectrum_us/s01 MERRICK'S STORY 2: STROKE STORY
SHOWNOTES FOR THE DECEMBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘DOING GLOBALLY' FEATURING CAE MENAI-DAVIS AND ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER – JAMES A. WILLIAMS. Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa About Our Movie Night Pick for December – Home Alone https://kevinmccallistercom.wordpress.com/ Sea of Possibilities Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SeaofPossibilitiesElsForAutism Order Your Sea of Possibilities Items Here! https://www.elsforautism.org/sea-of-possibilities/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 1: CAE MENAI-DAVIS The Golf Trust: https://www.thegolftrust.com/ A Tribute to our Foundations from around the world: https://www.elsforautism.org/els-for-autism-in-canada-the-united-kingdom-south-africa/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 2: JAMES A. WILLIAMS Helping you find local, live music: https://gotonight.com/artists/artist/?id=153333 And, let's give it up for our Advisory Board: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/
SHOWNOTES FOR THE November 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘KIND AND GENEROUS' FEATURING SUE ABRAMOWSKI AND EVERETT BORISLOW! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY 1: ZEBRAFISH: MUCH MORE THAN A CUTE, STRIPED FISH Source: https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/zebrafish-point-to-new-gene-involved-in-brain-overgrowth-autism/ What is a Zebrafish? https://www.genome.gov/genetics-glossary/Zebrafish NATE'S STORY 2: MAN (AND WOMAN'S) BEST FRIEND Source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-022-05622-y MERRICK'S STORY 1: JETTING FOR INDEPENDENCE This could also be helpful information: https://www.littlestaraba.org/flighttips/ MERRICK'S STORY 2: SECOND SEA LORD, VICE ADMIRAL NICK HINE - AUTISTIC Source: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/stories/stories-from-the-spectrum-nick-hine
SHOWNOTES FOR THE November 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘KIND AND GENEROUS' FEATURING SUE ABRAMOWSKI AND EVERETT BORISLOW! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ About Amazon Smile: https://smile.amazon.com/charity/smile/program-details About Giving Tuesday: https://www.givingtuesday.org/ About Our Movie Night Pick for November – Inside Out: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/inside_out_2015 Sea of Possibilities Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SeaofPossibilitiesElsForAutism Order Your Sea of Possibilities Items Here! https://www.elsforautism.org/sea-of-possibilities/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 1: SUE ABRAMOWSKI An Article that she wrote: https://www.spectrumwomen.com/my-life/life-through-my-eyes-sue-abramowski/ Her Profile on Well-Esteemed Site: The Mighty https://themighty.com/u/sue-abramowski/ Ask her anything on Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Sue-Abramowski INTERVIEW SEGMENT 2: EVERETT BORISLOW Everett's Spotify: You can follow him! https://open.spotify.com/user/l55t33shf9rkfctcex4litarf?si=ulsOBzv1RySdaUFvxyMrrA&nd=1 Our Work Experience Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/employment-programs/ Our Spoken Wheel Society – Adults with Autism Social Group https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Spoken-Wheel-Society.pdf Our Mental Health Support Group Suite: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ For Adults: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2022-Mental-Health-Counseling-Group.pdf For Teens: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Teen-Counseling-Group-Rolling-Entry-12.8.2021.pdf
SHOWNOTES FOR THE OCTOBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘CELEBRATING NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH (NDEAM)' FEATURING KATIE SANTORO AND STEPHEN LOGIUDICE! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM): https://www.whatcanyoudocampaign.org/celebrate-ndeam/ Fall Rec Schedule: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2022-Fall-Recreation-Schedule-1.pdf Our FALLoween Festival: https://www.elsforautism.org/falloween/ TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY 1: PARENT-LEAD INTERVENTIONS Source: https://news.byu.edu/intellect/children-with-autism-benefit-when-parents-are-trained-to-provide-at-home-interventions Our RUBI Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Multisite-2021-RUBI-Autism-Network-Parent-Training.pdf Our CADI Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ELS-FOR-AUTISM-FOUNDATION_CADI-Brochure-Nov-2017.pdf Our Spring Into Action Suite: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/early-education/ NATE'S STORY 2: CLEARING A SCIENTIFIC OBSTACLE Source: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2022/10/human-rat-brain-neuron.html MERRICK'S STORY 1: THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORSHIPS Some tips on mentoring individuals with autism: https://davidclutterbuckpartnership.com/coaching-and-mentoring-people-on-the-autistic-spectrum/ MERRICK'S STORY 2: PALM TRAN CONNECTION Home of Palm Tran Connection: https://www.palmtran.org/connection/ Many locations in the country, and around the world may have Paratransit services, or transportation for the disabled – one such collection of services is from my homestate of Maryland - https://www.mta.maryland.gov/mobility
SHOWNOTES FOR THE OCTOBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘CELEBRATING NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH (NDEAM)' FEATURING KATIE SANTORO AND STEPHEN LOGIUDICE! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM): https://www.whatcanyoudocampaign.org/celebrate-ndeam/ Fall Rec Schedule: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2022-Fall-Recreation-Schedule-1.pdf Our FALLoween Festival: https://www.elsforautism.org/falloween/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 1: KATIE SANTORO Article that she wrote: https://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/iamkatie.html Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autistic.thegreeklife/ Her Adulting on the Spectrum Episode: https://www.autismspeaks.org/podcast/adulting-spectrum-why-i-got-covid-vaccine Her Tamika Bickham Episode on ‘Dating and Relationships with Autism with Unicorn Children's Foundation': https://tbmediagroup.com/podcast/dating-and-relationships-with-autism-with-unicorn-childrens-foundation/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 2: STEPHEN LOGIUDICE Our Work Experience Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/employmentprograms/#:~:text=ElsforAutismWork,agoalofpaidemployment. The Club at Ibis: https://www.clubatibis.com/#hero
SHOWNOTES FOR THE SEPTEMBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘THE BRAIN ON AUTISM' FEATURING DR. STEPHEN SHORE AND DR. NATE SHANOK! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ COME TAKE A TOUR WITH US! https://www.elsforautism.org/the-els-center-of-excellence/take-a-tour/ JEN NICHOLAS' CONTACT INFORMATION FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR TOUR PROGRAM: 561-598-6199 Ext. 2014 and at Jennifer.Nicholas@elsforautism.org WINNERS OF THE AUTISM SPECTRUM AWARD 2022! Dr. Kerry Magro https://kerrymagro.com/ Gyasi Burks-Abbott https://autismadulthood.net/ TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY 1: CLEAN AIR AND FEWER HOSPITAL VISITS Source: https://www.bmj.com/company/newsroom/air-pollution-may-worsen-autism-related-hospital-admissions/ When we talk about Environmental Factors in Autism, yes changes in the natural environment have been theorized in the past but this explainer here by Autism Speaks is more on point with understanding our discussions for our two stories: https://www.autismspeaks.org/environmental-factors-autism NATE'S STORY 2: DISTINCT SUBGROUPS OF ASD Source: https://news.rpi.edu/content/2022/09/06/rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-research-points-toward-three-autism-subgroups MERRICK'S STORY 1: JOSEPH FALCO JR. AND THE ABILITY TO BELIEVE Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/joseph-falco-jr-overcomes-autism-and-the-odds-earns-valedictorian-of-copiague-high-schools-class-of-2022/ An interesting article on Support Systems: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/4-ways-to-help-your-child-build-a-support-network MERRICK'S STORY 2: AN EDUCATION IN AUTISM An interesting article about the ‘myths of autism': https://www.onecentralhealth.com.au/autism/10-myths-about-autism/ ASHA: https://www.asha.org/
SHOWNOTES FOR THE SEPTEMBER 2022 PODCAST EPISODE ‘THE BRAIN ON AUTISM' FEATURING DR. STEPHEN SHORE AND DR. NATE SHANOK! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ COME TAKE A TOUR WITH US! https://www.elsforautism.org/the-els-center-of-excellence/take-a-tour/ JEN NICHOLAS' CONTACT INFORMATION FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR TOUR PROGRAM: 561-598-6199 Ext. 2014 and at Jennifer.Nicholas@elsforautism.org WINNERS OF THE AUTISM SPECTRUM AWARD 2022! Dr. Kerry Magro https://kerrymagro.com/ Gyasi Burks-Abbott https://autismadulthood.net/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 1: DR. STEPHEN SHORE Here are a few ways to look up more about Dr. Stephen Shore: His web site: https://drstephenshore.com/ A deeper insight into autism – Asperger's syndrome with Dr. Shore: https://www.autismasperger.net/ Here is a webinar by Dr. Stephen Shore and fellow Advisory Board Member, and ASA 2022 Winner Dr. Kerry Magro about Employment for National Disability Employment Awareness Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG46xjbHCYE Our Recreation Conference Preview for the Spring of 2023, we will inform you all more about the Conference as this page gets updated and we get closer to our date: https://www.elsforautism.org/re-creating-recreation-conference-march-23-24-25-2023/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 2: DR. NATE SHANOK His Research Work: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nathaniel-Shanok Dr. Shanok mentioned about his work at the Del Ray Center for Healing: https://www.delraycenter.com/ Full Disclosure: I went through the procedures with both Depression and Anxiety Helmets at the practice in Del Ray, administered by Dr. Shanok, and other people have noticed a change for the better in me.
SHOWNOTES FOR THE AUGUST – 2022 EPISODE: BROTHERS AND SISTERS FEATURING PAUL AND JESSE MORRIS AND SAM ELS Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Learn about the Pre-Middle School (The Learning Center) here! https://thelearningcenter.org/ Learn about the high school (The Learning Academy) here! http://tlacad.org/ Learn about our Fall Rec Programs here! https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2022-Fall-Recreation-Schedule-1.pdf We will announce our winners of the Autism Spectrum Award in the future, please stay tuned! TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM NATE'S STORY 1: DIFFICULTIES IN DETECTION OF BODY LANGUAGE Autism and Visual Learning: https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism/about-autism/learning-strengths-asd Autism and Hyperfocusing: https://opendoorstherapy.com/workplace-social-skills-hyperfocus/ Source: https://molecularautism.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13229-022-00512-7 NATE'S STORY 2: EARLY INTERVENTION ACCESSIBILITY Our CADI (Collaborative Autism Diagnosis and Intervention) Program – along with information on our Spring Into Action Suite: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/early-education/ Our GOALS (Global Outreach Autism Learning Services) Program https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/global-outreach/evaluation-program-development-and-coaching/ Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/07/220727163057.htm MERRICK'S STORY 1: WHY I HAVE NOT SPOKEN ABOUT A SIBLING BEFORE Information on Febrile Seizures (It is common for individuals with autism to have a history of seizures): https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/febrile.html Information on Still's Disease: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-stills-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20351907 MERRICK'S STORY 2: MAKING FRIENDS AS A CHILD WITH AUTISM Source: https://www.marcus.org/autism-resources/autism-tips-and-resources/helping-kids-with-autism-make-friends
SHOWNOTES FOR THE AUGUST – 2022 EPISODE: BROTHERS AND SISTERS FEATURING PAUL AND JESSE MORRIS AND SAM ELS Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast FOUNDATION NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Learn about the Pre-Middle School (The Learning Center) here! https://thelearningcenter.org/ Learn about the high school (The Learning Academy) here! http://tlacad.org/ Learn about our Fall Rec Programs here! https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2022-Fall-Recreation-Schedule-1.pdf We will announce our winners of the Autism Spectrum Award in the future, please stay tuned! INTERVIEW SEGMENT 1: PAUL AND JESSE MORRIS Trip Advisor Article on the brothers visiting New Orleans: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Articles-lpzOyvyARVbI-A_tour_of_new_orleans_with_paul_and_jesse_morris.html A touching article by Jesse Morris about Paul: https://medium.com/@jessemorris/awareness-is-not-enough-9cafc31ff3c7 An article written by Paul Morris about the Autism Science Foundation and the Rides FAR (For Autism Research) campaign: https://autismsciencefoundation.org/why-i-ride-by-paul-morris/ Follow Jesse Morris on LinkedIn to learn more about his and Paul's adventures! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessehmorris/ Also follow Paul Morris too! https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-marvin-morris-76894866/ INTERVIEW SEGMENT 2: SAM ELS A great article about her: https://www.pgatour.com/impact/2022/02/23/ernie-els-daughter-samantha-to-be-honored-for-her-autism-advocacy.html Sam's Sibs Stick Together: http://www.samssibssticktogether.com/
PODCAST SHOWNOTES FOR JULY, 2022: CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN AUTISM – GREG CONNORS AND ADAM JONES – SPECIAL GUESTS! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Nominate someone you know for the Autism Spectrum Award 2022! https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-spectrum-award/ NATE'S STORIES NATE'S STORY 1: Astrocytes and Autism: Not a Science Fiction Article Source: https://news.weill.cornell.edu/news/2022/04/some-autism-spectrum-disorder-symptoms-linked-to-astrocytes An article on Nutritional Resources for individuals with autism https://thespectrum.org.au/autism-support-services/professionals/dietitians/ NATE'S STORY 2: Social Media Use and Autism Great related article: https://www.autismspeaks.org/science-news/social-media-offers-benefits-autistic-community MERRICK'S STORIES MERRICK'S STORY 1: John O'Kane – Living life with autism and football Great related article: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12422732/john-okane-exclusive-interview-from-manchester-uniteds-class-of-92-to-becoming-a-care-worker-and-loving-it MERRICK'S STORY 2: It is Still Summertime Source: https://www.marcus.org/autism-resources/autism-tips-and-resources/maintaining-skills-over-the-summer The overnight Summer Camp I was referring to: https://www.campballibay.com/ (Important because I got my first sweet taste of Radio from my second year there)
PODCAST SHOWNOTES FOR JULY, 2022: CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN AUTISM – GREG CONNORS AND ADAM JONES – SPECIAL GUESTS! Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast NEWS AND UPDATES Listen to us through these resources! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Read each blog article as it is published! https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Nominate someone you know for the Autism Spectrum Award 2022! https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-spectrum-award/ GREG CONNORS INTERVIEW Our Rec. Programs and Services: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Become an OPP (Official Program Provider) here: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/resource-center-ernie-els-gameon-autism-r-golf/gameon-programproviders/ Make sure to contact Sports@elsforautism.org if you have any questions, comments or concerns on becoming an OPP ADAM JONES INTERVIEW Learn more about Adam Jones here: https://madisonhouseautism.org/madison-fields/employee-spotlight-adam-aj-jones-thinking-loud/ Video on Adam Jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V14VlsTgjyc Adam Jones on our Advisory Board https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/
SHOWNOTES FOR JUNE: Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast Foundation News and Updates Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa National APSE Web Site: https://apse.org/ Autistic Pride Day Explainer: https://www.myautism.org/news-features/autistic-pride-day Blog Archives: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ History of Father's Day: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/fathers-day Rec. Coordinator Greg Connor's Contact Information: Greg.Connor@elsforautism.org and 561-320-9512 Ext. 2003 Nate's Story 1: Improvements to the Beat of a Drum Source: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2106244119 Clem Burke Project: clemburkedrummingproject.org Clem Burke: https://mancunion.com/2022/02/18/in-conversation-with-blondies-clem-burke/ Drumming and Brain Health: https://www.menshealth.com/health/a38472042/brain-benefits-drums-musical-instruments/ Nate's Story 2: Stop Bullying at all costs Source: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2792743 The Anti-Bullying Alliance, in the UK, has an article on stopping bullying of those with autism: https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all-about-bullying/at-risk-groups/sen-disability/autism-and-bullying Merrick's Story 1: Fathering Autism Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/5-things-i-want-share-my-fellow-autism-dads Some more knowledge on fathering autism: http://www.hanen.org/Helpful-Info/Articles/Dads-Can-Make-a-Difference!-Getting-Dads-of-Childr.aspx Merrick's Story 2: Autistic Fathering Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/joys-and-challenges-being-father-autism 2021 CDC Report: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/data.html Genetic article mentioned during story: https://www.livescience.com/46641-parents-of-kids-with-autism-traits.html Some more knowledge on fathering as an autistic individual: https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/my-own-words-fathers-day-perspective-autistic-dad
SHOWNOTES FOR JUNE: Support the Els for Autism FORE! Autism Podcast! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/FOREAutismPodcast Foundation News and Updates Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ Els for Autism Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa National APSE Web Site: https://apse.org/ Autistic Pride Day Explainer: https://www.myautism.org/news-features/autistic-pride-day Blog Archives: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ History of Father's Day: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/fathers-day Rec. Coordinator Greg Connor's Contact Information: Greg.Connor@elsforautism.org and 561-320-9512 Ext. 2003 Interview #1: Connor B. Sturgis, Newest Advisory Board Member Board Member Page: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/ Publix Web Site: https://www.publix.com/ About Paddleboarding: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddleboarding The Learning Academy Web Site: http://tlacad.org/ Interview #2: Shelly Hedge, Controller and Proud Autism Mom My article on Shelly Hedge: https://www.elsforautism.org/parent-testimonial-job-coaching/ Our Adult Day Training Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/independent-living/ Our Campaign for the Adult Services Building: https://www.elsforautism.org/ways-to-give/adult-services-capital-campaign-2/
SHOWNOTES FOR 5 – 2022 EPISODE 25: CREATIVE ARTS STIMULATING MENTAL HEALTH News and Updates: Listen to Episode 25: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ OR https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 OR https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa OR https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Article on Mental Health Awareness Month: https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month Home of the Els for Autism Blog: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Get involved with our Golf Challenge Series! https://e4agolf.com/ If you are interested in FL APSE: https://apse.org/chapter/florida/ Cedar Key: https://cityofcedarkey.org/ Check our Events Calendar for Details on Upcoming Events, including our 2022 Summer Camp Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/calendar/ Check our Rec. Page for Updates on Rec. Programs: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Interview with Graciella Gadia: Her Project: http://www.eyecontactwithautism.com/the-project.html The Sensory Arts Garden: https://www.elsforautism.org/the-els-center-of-excellence/sensory-arts-garden/ How Art can help autism: https://www.act-today.org/the-impact-of-art-on-autism/ Interview with Andrew Blitman: His Web Site: https://andrewblitman.com/about/ His Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/Andrew-Blitman/e/B008TCJZBG%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share The impact of creative writing on autism: https://brightthemag.com/why-i-teach-poetry-to-my-autistic-students-c3ceae509a1a The World of Autism Nate's Story 1: Crisis in Ukraine and Autism Services Source: https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/researchers-advocates-rush-to-aid-autistic-ukrainians/ The Call for Aid through the International Society for Autism Research: https://www.autism-insar.org/page/INSARstatement. Some of our Resources we have shared RE: Individuals with autism in Ukraine and their families: Ukrainian volunteer Translators Bohdanna Popowycz- lives in British Columbia -District Behaviour Specialist at Carbon Co. School Dist. 2. Master's in Special Education https://www.facebook.com/bohdanna.kvam Marina Sopina Murdock- Associate Profession at University of Georgia – friend of Jodi Retting, +1 954-249-0661 https://www.facebook.com/marina.murdock Katrina Tsabak she is Russian, whose grandmother is from Ukraine and she has a child with Autism. Refereed by.Kari Kensinger, Ph.D, CTRS, CAS that is friend's with Kelley Coutts Ukrainian contacts: Anna, Curator of Child Ukrainian Association +380671691291 https://child.ua/en/ Iryna Sergiyenko, Director of CWF (Children with Future) iryna.cwf@gmail.com https://cwf.com.ua/en/ Oksana Oliinyk Mediator, conflict coach, psychotherapіst, soft skills trainer @ National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academ linkedin.com/in/oksanaoliinyk (Referral from Marjon Kuipers-Hemken) Visual communication supports for Ukrainian refugees: https://www.middletownautism.com/social-media/communication-supports-for-ukrainian-refugees-3-2022 Compiled list of resources from FB Ukraine support group https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jpoMvG9Jzh75DrP-bo84bpOUcDDY--Tx Responses to request to assist families of individual with autism: FACEBOOK Support groups: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autism.development/?ref=share And https://www.facebook.com/groups/667774194546768/?ref=share NEED FOR MEDICATIONS: Ship to: Kyiv, st. Goloseevskaya, house 57, postal code 03039 Davydenko Evhen Telephone: +380982553688 Any of the above, but 5mg: glemont or milucant or montel or montelukast (dosage 5mg, if not then 10mg) Chest collection (for cough) Libexin (dry cough tablets) No-shpa (or drotaverine) Duphalac (laxative) Ascoril (cough syrup) Activated carbon Enap Vitamin D children's oil (if not, then in capsules) Bisopralol (biprol) 5mg Gidosepam (asking for 2 people, so 2 packs) Attarax L-thyroxine 100 Ospolot 200mg (50 tablets Calcium Cardonat Edem pills or any other for allergies Pulmicort 20.Risperidone 21.salbutamol Online helpline with 160 Dutch doctors and 4000 midwives. This includes pediatricians and psychologists. They are all on standby to assist. Families there can contact specialists for free 24 hours a day and fast. The midwives can even assist with deliveries online and instruct bystanders. At the moment they are also working on setting up a platform from Ukraine for a wider reach. The platform will then also transfer the more professional platform. Until then, Facebook can be used for medical contacts. Code Facebook group Doctors Online Help Code Facebook group Midwife Online Nate's Story 2: Diagnosis + Revelation Source: https://trueviralnews.com/98818-study-suggests-early-self-awareness-of-autism-leads-to-better-quality-of-life.html# An article from 1999 documenting the prevalence of autism, especially look at the changing numbers from 1985 – 1995 when I was born: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-apr-16-mn-28029-story.html Merrick's Story 1: Autistic Dancer Source: https://www.dancemagazine.com/ballet-autism/ Inclusive Ballet Organization: https://www.balletforallkids.com/ Merrick's Story 2: Gary Numan Web Site: https://garynuman.com/ ‘Cars' Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Im3JzxlatUs Source: https://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/20132262.gary-numan-says-aspergers-positive-advantage/
SHOWNOTES FOR APRIL 2022 EPISODE Correction: This is Episode 25 and the previous episode is Episode 24 Foundation News and Updates: Podcast Home: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Blog Archives: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ (Our Team is doing the blog article for this month.) National Volunteer Week: https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-volunteer-week-last-week-in-april/ Our Plans for World Autism Month: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/world-autism-month/ Palm Beach Post Article on our Groundbreaking: https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/sports/pga/2022/04/04/golf-great-ernie-els-expanding-jupiter-campus-help-those-autism/9459590002/ Jim Hogan & Dr. Kerry Magro Interviews Our Page With our Advisory Board Members: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/ Jim Hogan: Discussing Accessibility with Vint Cerf, the ‘Father of the Internet' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6QrDSntFkw Follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hogan-google/ Dr. Kerry Magro: Web Site: https://kerrymagro.com/ Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Kerry-Magro/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AKerry+Magro Julie Lobdell Interview Julie Lobdell Staff Page: https://www.elsforautism.org/team/julie-lobdell/ Our ADT (Adult Day Training) Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/independent-living/ Sea of Possibilities Store: https://www.elsforautism.org/sea-of-possibilities/ Also follow Sea of Possibilities on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeaofPossibilitiesElsForAutism Sea of Possibilities Promo Produced by Lorenz Nazzaro – Directed by Merrick Egber World of Autism Nate's Story 1: DSM Update on Autism Definition Source: https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/dsm-5-revision-tweaks-autism-entry-for-clarity/ Nate's Story 2: Drug Screening for ASD Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35123134/ Merrick's Story 1: The Successes When Having Profound Autism Source: https://theautismcafe.com/everyday-autism-success-stories-that-deserve-attention/ Merrick's Story 2: Meet Nik Sanchez An interesting take on media representation for the disabled: https://www.urevolution.com/should-non-disabled-actors-play-disabled-characters/ Note: My question on whether disabled actors should only play disabled characters has not been approached in the leads of the articles I've read. Should Nik Sanchez only play characters with autism? The impact of CODA and the win for Troy Kotsur the first deaf actor to win an Oscar - https://variety.com/2022/awards/awards/troy-kotsur-oscar-win-coda-1235218078/ The Source for the story: https://www.monstersandcritics.com/tv/actor-nik-sanchez-calls-autism-his-superpower/
Foundation News and Updates: Our Podcast Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Contact Greg Connors at: 561-598-6200 Ext. 2003 or Greg.Connors@elsforautism.org Web Site for Volunteers: Elsforautism.org/volunteers World Autism Month Promos: Twitter: https://twitter.com/elsforautism, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elsforautism/, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/?hl=en Tracey Cohen Interview: Web Site for Tracey Cohen - https://www.growingupautistic.com/ Her Amazon Page - https://www.amazon.com/Tracey-Cohen/e/B00UZQ80P6?ref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Long Distance Running and Autism - https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/these-runners-have-autism-and-thats-a-quite-good-combination/2017/05/05/64c60064-2e81-11e7-8674-437ddb6e813e_story.html Pretending to be Normal by Liane Willey: https://www.amazon.com/Pretending-Normal-Aspergers-Syndrome-Spectrum/dp/1849057559 Women and a late autism diagnosis: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/nov/19/diagnosis-women-autism-later-life Dr. Erin Lozott Interview: Dr. Erin Lozott Profile - https://www.elsforautism.org/team/erin-brooker-lozott/#:~:text=Erin%20Brooker%20Lozott%20is%20the,and%20certified%20Speech%2DLanguage%20Pathologist. What a BCBA (Board Certified Behavioral Analyst) does: https://www.bacb.com/bcba/ Article on Misdiagnosing autistic females - https://childmind.org/article/autistic-girls-overlooked-undiagnosed-autism/#:~:text=Another%20problem%3A%20misdiagnoses-,Dr.,social%20dysfunction%E2%80%9D%20caused%20by%20autism. Nate's Story 1: The Autistic Savant And The Work World: By Michael Bernick Joseph Sullivan - https://www.autismservicescenter.org/about/josephs_story Leslie Lemke - https://www.wisconsinacademy.org/magazine/creation-and-beyond-remarkable-life-leslie-lemke Stephen Wiltshire - https://www.stephenwiltshire.co.uk/ Remote Work for Autism - https://www.wsj.com/articles/as-remote-work-becomes-the-norm-vast-new-possibilities-open-for-people-with-autism-11615222804 David Nisson Article - https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelbernick/2022/03/09/the-autistic-savant-and-the-work-world/?sh=7437ba466368 Nate's Story 2: Hearing, Vision, Autism? Nebraska's Bill - https://journalstar.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/proposal-would-require-nebraska-students-be-screened-for-autism-before-enrolling-in-school/article_fd3f56b8-003a-5cac-add8-1d306713b006.html#:~:text=A%20bill%20(LB997)%20introduced%20by,existing%20physical%20and%20vision%20screenings. How to find out about the pass rate of it - https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=46330 Merrick's Story 1: Introducing Adam Harris AsIAm Web Page - https://asiam.ie/ Interview with Adam Harris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPm4cK8FCVw World Autism Month: https://www.autismspeaks.org/world-autism-month Merrick's Story 2: A Big Story from Bachelor Star Demi Burnett Demi Burnett Comes out of the Neurocloset - https://www.autismspeaks.org/world-autism-month Demi Burnett's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/CaK0cXAvg3O/
February 2022 Podcast Episode: ‘Even You Can Have a Strong Relationship' Shownotes Foundation News and Updates Greg Connors, Rec. Coordinator, Contact: 561-320-9521 Ext. 2008 Greg.connors@elsforautism.org Merrick Egber, Admin. Assistant, Contact: 561-254-9735 Merrick.Egber@elsforautism.org Rec. Programs: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Volunteer Page: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ Interview with Ron Sandison, Advisory Board Member: Ron's writings on Mental Health https://the-art-of-autism.com/employed-and-using-my-gifts-in-the-mental-health-field/ https://www.thesoberworld.com/2020/05/01/overcoming-addiction-for-those-on-the-autism-spectrum/ Ron's Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Ron+Sandison&i=stripbooks&crid=ICB6PRT4C1Q8&sprefix=ron+sandison%2Cstripbooks%2C115&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Interview with Jen Smyth, Mental Health Professional: https://www.elsforautism.org/team/jen-smyth-lmhc/ Our Mental Health Counseling Services: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ Autism and Relationships: https://healthtalk.org/life-autism-spectrum/love-autism Nate's Story 1: Screen time and ASD Risk Study Source: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2788488 ADHD Study Mentioned: https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2019/07/18/preschooler-screen-time-linked-to-attention-problems/#:~:text=Researchers%20found%20by%20age%205,minutes%20or%20less%20each%20day. Nate's Story 2: Autism and the Amygdala Source: https://www.healtheuropa.eu/changes-to-the-amygdala-may-cause-anxiety-in-people-with-autism/113492/ Interesting article about autism and memories: https://www.spectrumnews.org/opinion/children-with-autism-have-trouble-recalling-memories/ Merrick's Story 1: Armani Williams – A Role Model for All! Articles about Armani Williams: https://www.teamarmaniracing.com/ https://www.freep.com/story/sports/2020/08/09/nascar-armani-williams-autism-michigan-international-speedway/3326567001/ Ron Sandison's Interview with Mr. Williams: https://the-art-of-autism.com/an-interview-with-armani-williams-the-first-nascar-driver-on-the-autism-spectrum/ Merrick's Story 2: Thomas Jefferson: Asperger's? Norm Ledgin's Book on Thomas Jefferson having Asperger's Syndrome - :https://www.amazon.com/Diagnosing-Jefferson-Evidence-Condition-Associations/dp/1885477600 Other articles, and thoughts about autism retrodiagnoses: https://www.quora.com/Who-retrodiagnosed-Asperger-s-in-Einstein-Newton-Mozart-etc-long-dead-people-Where-are-the-data-they-used-for-these-retrodiagnoses https://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/volume-31/march-2018/tricky-diagnosis An article that I respond to in my commentary: https://behavioral-innovations.com/blog/20-famous-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-asd/
SHOWNOTES FOR EPISODE 22: HEALING PERSPECTIVES News and Updates Bookmark this: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Keep this Bookmarked: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Also keep this bookmarked: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ Lastly: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Interview with Dr. Kim Rivieccio Dr. Kim Rivieccio: https://www.elsforautism.org/team/kimberly-watterson-rivieccio/ Our Mental Health Counseling Services: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ RUBI Parent Training: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Multisite-2021-RUBI-Autism-Network-Parent-Training.pdf Interview with Merrick Egber Unfortunately, I cannot spare many links to my past. My high school: https://www.severnaparkhigh.org/ Listening and Mental Health: https://www.psychreg.org/listening-autism/ Advisory Board: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/ We are planning to have each month of the year representing a distinct member of our Advisory Board. Nate's Story 1: Oxytocin and ASD Examined An examination on Oxytocin and ASD: https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/the-connection-between-oxytocin-and-autism-explained/ Nate's Story 2: Video Games as an Intervention for Autism Source: https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2022/01/21/could-a-video-game-help-reduce-autism-symptoms/29668/ An article on Empathy: https://www.edutopia.org/article/teaching-empathy-video-games Merrick's Story 1: 10 New Year's Resolutions to Support the Autism Community Another Source: https://kidmunicate.com/10-new-years-resolutions-to-support-autism/ Merrick's Story 2: The Benefits of Adaptive Sports – Skiing. A History of Adaptive Skiing: https://www.disabled-world.com/sports/snow/as.php#:~:text=Adaptive%20Skiing%20History,of%20crutches%20to%20short%20skis. Breckenridge, Colorado: https://www.breckenridge.com/plan-your-trip/ski-and-ride-lessons/category/adaptive.aspx Meeche White - https://engenmuseum.org/hall-of-fame/meeche-white National Ability Center - https://discovernac.org/ Sunday River, Maine - https://www.sundayriver.com/maine-adaptive Article on Autism and Skiing: https://blog.trekaroo.com/introducing-kids-on-the-autism-spectrum-to-skiing/
Episode 21: ‘End of Year Giving' SHOWLINKS: News and Updates Where else you can find Episode 20 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZALxJDPJbP8sVEwcuiMa Inter-Ability Chorus Program https://www.elsforautism.org/new-inter-ability-chorus/ Musical Theater Program https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/music-dance-and-art-therapy/ Recreation Activity Spot https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Volunteer Spot https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/ Blog Article for December https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ To follow #WERFOODIES https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637 Today In The World of Autism New Label Within the Autism Spectrum Source: https://www.thelancet.com/commissions/autism Autism Science Foundation - https://autismsciencefoundation.org/ White Matter Abnormalities in Autism Source: https://dailybulletin.rsna.org/db21/index.cfm?pg=21mon12 The Best Man Speech by the Groom's Autistic Brother Source: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/sam-waldron-best-best-man-speech-ever/ Why one should give at the end of the year Sources: https://www.worldvision.org/charitable-giving-news-stories/reasons-give-year-end-gift https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/7-reasons-why-donors-give/
News and Updates: Catch us on Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Or Catch us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-autism/id1518739492 Or on Podbean: https://elsforautism.podbean.com/ New Volunteer Registration: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ Blog Archives: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elsforautism Twitter: https://twitter.com/elsforautism Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXF9QKKGPvWACzJuqchYMxQ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/els-for-autism/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/ To learn more about our major events and what we are as a Foundation #WERFOODIES: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637/ Family Fun Night Registration: Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org or 561-320-9512 Interview with Pam Minelli: Get to know our board: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-to-know-us/our-board/ Our Prior Sneak Peek at the Adult Services Building: https://www.elsforautism.org/sneak-peek-of-the-adult-services-building/ History of #Giving Tuesday: https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/21727010/giving-tuesday-explained-charity-nonprofits Our #Giving Tuesday Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBACbUS3fZw&list=PLyBC_KGS3GhF5TM7M94ZAmO1KAqa23Kmo&index=8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uzjvN2rokM&list=PLyBC_KGS3GhF5TM7M94ZAmO1KAqa23Kmo&index=7 An article from 2015 about the importance of supporting adults with autism: https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/for-adults-with-autism-a-lack-of-support-when-they-need-it-most/2015/03/23/cd082c64-b396-11e4-854b-a38d13486ba1_story.html Our Adult Services Building's Capital Campaign Page: elsforautism.org/adults Dr. Shanok's 1st Story: Article on the ASA's Blue Pumpkin Initiative: https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/community/autism-society-inclusion-halloween-trick-or-treating/291-d9f44e30-52de-4a9b-b328-3884c004138f Dr. Shanok's 2nd Story: Link to the Study on adults with autism: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-021-05235-x The importance of a timely autism diagnosis: https://www.spectrumnews.org/opinion/the-cost-of-a-delayed-autism-diagnosis/ Merrick's 1st Story: Other Facts about Adults with Autism: https://www.verywellhealth.com/top-10-facts-about-adult-autism-4140671 Merrick's 2nd Story: Billy Mayfair Article: https://www.si.com/golf-archives/2021/04/21/billy-mayfair-autism-spectrum-disorder-diagnosis-pga-champions-tour Moe Norman Article: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/the-story-of-moe-norman-golfs-troubled-genius A few of the famous people known to have ASD: https://www.psycom.net/autism-famous-people - Albert Einstein is one of many retroactive cases thought to have ASD himself.
Shownotes National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Information: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/initiatives/ndeam Foundation News and Updates For more Friday Night Game Night Information contact Howard Thomas at Howard.Thomas@elsforautism.org or 561-598-6200 Ext. 2059 For more Friday Night Fun Night Information, and other rec. programs and services contact Kelley Coutts at Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org or 561-320-9512 Our Web Site Calendar: https://www.elsforautism.org/calendar/ For Prospective Volunteers: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/volunteer/ For all blog articles: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ To contact Paige Thomas about our Golf Challenge Series: Paige.Thomas@elsforautism.org or 561-320-9532 Interview with Tom Keag of Next Level Distribution Next Level Distribution: https://getnextlevel.com/ To become an employment partner with us: https://www.elsforautism.org/get-involved/employer-partners/ Nate's Story 1: Celebrating the life of Ruth Sullivan One of many articles memorializing Ruth Sullivan: https://www.americanpress.com/2021/09/26/ruth-sullivan-pioneer-in-the-study-of-autism-dies-at-97/ More information on Joseph Sullivan: https://www.autismservicescenter.org/about/josephs_story Dustin Hoffman's Oscar Speech for winning for Rain Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErqHXzhSuv4 In a Different Key: The Story of Autism: https://www.amazon.com/Different-Key-Story-Autism/dp/0307985679 It was Episode 13 on here when I interviewed John Donvan and Caren Zucker: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Nate's Story 2: Parent Coaching is Powerful Flyer for Spring Into Action: Together - https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Seaver-Els-SIAT-Ad-8.2019.pdf Our most recent incarnation of the RUBI Parent Training Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Multisite-2021-RUBI-Autism-Network-Parent-Training.pdf Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1750946721001367 Merrick's Story 1: Ryan Lowry's Written Interest in Employment Ryan Lowry's LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-lowry-7b249b207/ Source: https://people.com/human-interest/student-with-autism-pens-letter-to-his-future-employer/ Merrick's Story 2: Tips for Celebrating Halloween with a child with autism Source: https://tacanow.org/family-resources/trick-or-treat/
SHOWNOTES Foundation News and Updates Fall Programs Our Calendar: https://www.elsforautism.org/calendar/ Take this to Current Rec. Schedule https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/recreation-schedule/ InterAbility Chorus: https://www.elsforautism.org/new-inter-ability-chorus/ Golf Challenge Web Site: https://e4agolf.com/ Paige Thomas Contact: paige.thomas@elsforautism.org and/or 561-320-9532 Ext. 2027 Interview with Special Guest Cindy Langenfeld Our Sneak Peak of the Adult Services Building: https://www.elsforautism.org/sneak-peek-of-the-adult-services-building/ Nate's Story 1: FDA-Approved Diagnosis Tool Pertinent Story Link: https://pharmaphorum.com/news/fda-grants-swift-approval-to-cognoas-digital-device-for-autism-diagnosis Nate's Story 2: Age 6 is a Critical Window for Autism Care https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-021-04949-2 Merrick's Story 1: Ed Asner 1929 – 2021 From the Tennessean: https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2017/05/14/actor-ed-asner-opens-up-his-son-and-grandsons-autism/317251001/ Autfest article: https://ladreaming.com/movies-tv/autfest-with-ed-asner-and-ben-affleck/ Merrick's Story 2: Dr. Temple Grandin's Birthday Info. on her https://www.britannica.com/biography/Temple-Grandin Her web site: http://www.templegrandin.com/ Hug Machine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hug_machine
SHOWNOTES for AUGUST PODCAST: Summer Is Almost Gone with Mindy York, President of the Baby Otter Swim School! Foundation Updates: Check our Recreation Schedule for Fall: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/recreation-schedule/ Check our Events Calendar: https://www.elsforautism.org/calendar/ Golf Challenge Site: https://e4agolf.com/ 2020 – 2021 Community Report: https://www.dropbox.com/s/s23ilsxofrh0z9l/2020-2021%20Els%20for%20Autism%20Community%20Report.pdf?dl=0 Check this space for my new blog article: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ Movin' and Groovin' Summer Camp: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Movin-and-Groovin-Summer-Outdoor-Adventure-Camp-.pdf The Learning Center (Pre-Middle School) – https://thelearningcenter.org/ or call 561-320-9500 The Learning Academy (High School) - http://tlacad.org/ or call 561-296-1776 Interview with Mindy York: Baby Otter Swim School: https://www.babyotterswimschool.com/ And/Or Call: 888-SWIMKID (794-6543) Story on Special Olympics Phenom – Layla Creighan - https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/special-olympics-athlete-aims-to-make-history-crossing-ocean-from-the-bahamas-to-florida Nate's Story 1: A New Perspective on Autism: Article: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-new-idea-that-could-help-us-understand-autism/ Concept on ‘Double Empathy': https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/double-empathy-explained/ Nate's Story 2: The Valenzuelas Go for Gold: Article on the Valenzuelas: https://www.golfchannel.com/news/albane-valenzuela-returns-olympics-time-brother-her-bag Follow Alexis Valenzuela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexis_valenzuela24/?hl=en Albane Valenzuela's Scorecard: https://www.lpga.com/players/albane-valenzuela/98636/overview Merrick's Story 1: Paralympics Athlete – Lawrence Sapp: Paralympic Games: https://www.paralympic.org/tokyo-2020 Lawrence Sapp: https://www.teamusa.org/usparaswimming/athletes/Lawrence-Sapp Article on Lawrence Sapp: https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/523648/lawrence-sapp-swimming/ Follow Lawrence Sapp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lawrencesapp1?lang=en UC Transition Program mentioned in article: https://cech.uc.edu/schools/education/ats/tap.html Merrick's Story 2 – 10 Tips On Going Back to School: Marcus Autism Center Article: https://www.marcus.org/autism-resources/autism-tips-and-resources/preparing-to-go-back-to-school UC Davis Health Article: https://health.ucdavis.edu/health-news/newsroom/helping-kids-with-autism-transition-back-to-in-person-school-10-tips/2021/03
July 2021 SHOWNOTES Foundation News and Updates: For more information on our Spectrum Book Club, Connections Club, and Summer Camp: Kelley Coutts: Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org, 561-320-9512 and Extension: 2003 For more information on Friday Night Game Night: Howard Thomas: Howard.Thomas@elsforautism.org, 561-598-6200 Extension: 2059 Trudi Zayac: Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org, 561-320-9516 and Extension: 2066 For more information on our Virtual Daily Living Skills Class: Trudi Zayac: Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org, 561-320-9516 and Extension: 2066 For more information on The Spoken Wheel Society: Merrick Egber: Merrick.Egber@elsforautism.org, 561-254-9735 Loden Malone: Loden.Malone@elsforautism.org, 561-296-1776 Extension: 4041 For more information on The Golf Challenge: Paige Thomas: Paige.Scollard@elsforautism.org, 561-320-9532 and Extension: 2027 Interview with Special Guest Kelley Coutts: Kelley Coutts Staff Page: https://www.elsforautism.org/team/kelley-coutts-2/ Camp Munroe: https://www.unmc.edu/mmi/services/rt/pediatric/campmunroe.html Recreational Programs: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/ Pickleball: https://www.pickleball.com/ Nate's Story #1: On Your Marq Program The On Your Marq Program: https://www.marquette.edu/disability-services/on-your-marq/ FAU-CARD: https://www.fau.edu/education/centersandprograms/card/ CARD: https://www.centerforautism.com/ Nate's Story #2: Over a Decade of Aces ACEing Autism Page: https://aceingautism.org/ Merrick's Story #1: Sam Holness – Triathlete with Autism Sam Holness' Web Site: https://www.samholness.com/ Sam Holness' Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/samholnesstri/?ref=py_c Article on Sam Holness: https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/26/sport/ironman-world-championship-sam-holness-triathlon-spt-intl-cmd/index.html Merrick's Story #2: Testimony to Sports Helping Autism Manchester Guardian Article: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/may/12/how-sport-helps-autistic-people-effective-treatment-autism Change Foundation Page: https://www.thechangefoundation.org.uk/
Shownotes for the 15th Episode of the Podcast June, 2021 News and Updates: Episode 14: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ #WERFOODIES: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637/ Inter-Ability Chorus: https://www.elsforautism.org/new-inter-ability-chorus/ “For more information or to register, contact: Erica Lyles (Erica.Lyles@elsforautism.org) or Kelley Coutts (Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org) , Recreation Services Coordinator | 561-320-9512” Game Night: Contact Howard Thomas at 561-598-6200 or at Howard.Thomas@elsforautism.org and/or Trudi Zayac at 561-320-9516 or at Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org Autistic Pride Day: https://www.autisticempire.com/autistic-pride/ An interesting article for this Father's Day: https://www.nextforautism.org/families/its-fathers-day-so-what/ Golf Challenge 2021: https://e4agolf.com/Locations/Event-Schedule Summer Camp: Contact Kelley Coutts (Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org) and 561-320-9512 for more details Interview: Josh ‘Deersey' Deer Autism Spectrum Award: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-spectrum-award/ Josh ‘Deersey' Deer: https://blog.lostgolfballs.com/top-5-young-athletes-who-use-their-talent-for-the-greater-good https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/young-man-with-autism-inspires-spieth-others/287-552841730 Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshua.deer?fref=nf Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQykv9XpRuE He also likes hockey: https://www.lonestarbrahmas.com/2015/05/26/feature-brahmas-youth-chaplain-josh-deer Iron Horse Golf Club: https://www.ironhorsetx.com/ Arcis Golf Club: https://www.arcisgolf.com/ ‘Today In The World of Autism' Nate's 1st Story: Brain Differences between males and females with autism: https://academic.oup.com/brain/advance-article/doi/10.1093/brain/awab064/6226831 Nate's 2nd Story: ‘The Reason I Jump' Interview with The Translator https://www.theguardian.com/books/2021/jun/06/david-mitchell-the-reason-i-jump-autism Previous thoughts on “The Reason I Jump” Documentary: The Reason I Jump Review (Taken from February Shownotes): So I have always had a fascination with the nonverbal individuals with autism, due to the different methods of communication that come to life within their set of circumstances. I've even written an article about the history of AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication), which I will link to, because I think that anyway you can get someone to communicate, on their own, is very important as society sees communication as such an important tool, and the more we allow people to step into the limelight, or to remove the duct tape from their mouths, as role models for the rest of us, the better this societal habitat can be. Thus, I was eager to jump into the movie adaptation of the book known as “The Reason I Jump”. In 2007, a 13 year old Japanese boy with nonverbal autism named Naoki Higashida wrote an autobiography about himself as a way to explain to people what he really was thinking, and how he could use this power to inform others on the great personality and humanity of other nonverbal individuals. 6 years later, David Mitchell, whose wife is Japanese and whose son is nonverbal like Mr. Higashida, who wrote the novel Cloud Atlas, which later got made into a movie, found the book and proceeded to translate it into English which then became published, in the English speaking world, in 2013. Because this book is so special, there were eventual talks about shooting the film as a documentary, with the concession that Mr. Higashida would not appear in the film, instead a nonverbal Japanese boy from the UK, Jim Fujiwara would play him. In 2020, the movie was supposed to come out, but due to COVID-19, the schedule got changed, and there was a limited theatrical release in January 8th of this year. So how did I get to see it? I will share with all of our listeners about how I managed to see it. It is on the Kino Lorber web site, and you can do a virtual screening for 12 dollars on the site, which will be on the shownotes. Otherwise, the movie is supposed to come out in May of this year. The movie starts out with Mr. Fujiwara running in a field while excerpts from the book are read by Jordan O'Donegan, a theme that recurs throughout the film. Through the movie we get a look at 6 individuals from all over the world, and how the conception of the children of these families are seen, how the children communicate, and hope that the individuals, as examples, could serve as the great potential people have on the autism. In order to drive the point home, the narration is even read in the moments that could relate to whatever one of the individuals may be currently feeling. Along for the ride are also David Mitchell and a few specialists in the field of autism. Typically, in media, people with nonverbal or limited speaking skills, like in the movie “Rain Man”, may exhibit savant characteristics, but the point of Naoki Higashida's book is not to make him out to be a genius, though he is extremely intelligent, but rather to explain that we all think differently. The way memories are arranged, sensitivity to making mistakes, the ability to see details in things other people don't, I can relate to a few characteristics as, while I'm not like Mr. Higashida entirely, he and I share the same spectrum that allows us to understand each other. While I really enjoyed the movie, there is a point when the narrative, if just for a minute, dips into an us vs. them mentality, which I cannot fully endorse. Neurotypicals and people on the spectrum do wonderful things working together, and while perspectives may be different, the overall sense of humanity isn't. It felt kind of jarring, thankfully that was the only point where I felt kind of red-faced about having autism. The closest I can compare this film to is “Autism Is a World”, an Academy Award nominated short documentary from 2004 which followed a woman, Sue Rubin, and how she communicates using the scientifically controversial method of Facilitated Communication which involves a helper assisting the arm – hand – wrist of the person who is typing. For anyone who is against the methodology, there is no Facilitated Communication in this movie, instead you see people drawing pictures of their day to day life, letterboards, texting, and other methodologies. “The Reason I Jump” while having never read the book, is a fantastic film about nonverbal autism. It explains things in ways, that people all over can understand, and it fascinates with how complex our brains really are. It's the idea that people long to communicate and long to be with others. In a way, “The Reason I Jump”, which is explained midway through the movie, is because of a movie like this. Merrick's 1st Story: Gloria Mendoza – 2016 ASA Winner Gloria Mendoza Interview: Merrick: Can you tell us a little about yourself? Gloria Mendoza: My name is Gloria Mendoza. I graduated from Gettysburg College with a double major in Computer Science and Music in 2014. From 2014-2015, I looked for jobs without success. A ray of hope arrived in the Autism at Work program. After successfully completing their training program, I was hired at SAP's Customer Success department. I have been with SAP for a little more than 5 years. I started out as an intern for SAP's Mission Control Center, and in 2016, a colleague approached me and offered me a position as a full time employee. From then to late 2020, I was supporting a variety of customers as a Technical Quality Manager. Currently, I am in training to become a project manager. I also like singing very much which explains why in addition to Computer Science, I selected music as a second major. I am a mezzo-soprano and have performed at several Autism At Work event, including the Els for Autism Grand Finale award's ceremony, and singing the national anthem before a crowd at one of the Philadelphia Eagles NFL games. Merrick: You've gotten to be a worker for SAP's Autism At Work Program, why are programs like this so important? Gloria Mendoza: Programs like this are very important because everyone deserves to have an equal opportunity for gainful employment. People with autism tend to be cut from the employer's application pool, solely because of their perceived awkwardness in social situations. There are many benefits to hiring people on the spectrum such as attention to strong technical details, and their hardworking nature. Programs like SAP's Autism at Work program provide employers the opportunity to tap into a largely unused skillset and bring hope to those on the spectrum. Merrick: How did you get to be nominated for the second (Autism Spectrum Award) ASA award? Gloria Mendoza: On July 25th, 2016, the Els for Autism Golf Challenge had an event at the Philadelphia Country Club. One of my mentors approached me and asked for me to sing the National Anthem at that event. I happily accepted. On a hot summer day, I sang at the event there, and my performance got an overwhelmingly positive response. So much so, that my nomination was sent in along with a recording of that performance. It was this performance that got me my nomination for the second Autism Spectrum Award. Merrick: How did you feel getting it? Gloria Mendoza: To say I was happy to get it is an understatement. In fact, I was overjoyed, but a little overwhelmed at the same time. I couldn't believe that my performance at the Els for Autism Golf event got me nominated for this award, and that I actually won it. Nevertheless, I felt very proud of myself for it. What made the moment of receiving the ASA award even more special, was that it was also my birthday. It ended up being a very special birthday present. Not to mention, I even got to spend some time off in Las Vegas. Merrick: How has it impacted you? Gloria Mendoza: Everyone in my immediate work team, as well as everyone in the Autism at Work program is very proud of me for receiving this award. I feel like I am an inspiration for many people on the spectrum who struggle in the job search, as well as young kids on the spectrum who are facing the challenge of living life on the spectrum. One mother even approached me at the post-ceremony party and told me that I was an inspiration for her son. A comment like that made me feel that I could make an impact in someone's life. In terms of my career, I have been given many opportunities to challenge myself. For example, I am the very first person in the Autism At Work program to go to customer businesses around the country. I have also been given more opportunities to share my story. For example, in 2019, I got to tell my story at SAP's CEO Summit in New York city. Not to mention, I was asked to sing again, and I got to meet the CEO's of many corporations. It was very exciting for me to share my story and sing for many business executives. I have even been interviewed for the CBS Sunday Morning news show. The interview is available here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3b5OGx-v6Ao Merrick: What are your future plans? Gloria Mendoza: I am currently in the process of taking a big step forward in my career. As stated before, I am currently in training to become a project manager. In October of 2020, I started a rotation on a team specializing in the accounting aspect of project management. Part of that training involves me having to take two certification exams. One of them I have already passed to obtain my certification in Microsoft Project 2016 (Orange Belt). The second exam is the rigorous CAPM (Certified Associate Project Manager) exam. I have been studying very hard for this exam and am planning to take the exam later in the year. From there, I hope to start out as an Associate Project Manager and start managing projects based on what I have learned over the past few months. In short, there is nowhere to go but up in my career and in my life. Merrick's 2nd Story: OPP & The Golf Trust Other Foundations: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/global-outreach/ https://www.thegolftrust.com/
News and Updates: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ - Home of the Fore Autism Podcast https://www.amazon.com/Different-Key-Story-Autism/dp/0307985709/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=In+a+different+key&qid – Where to get the book https://www.inadifferentkeythemovie.com/ - Where to find out more about the film Mother's Day https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ - Check out Episode 6 where Dr. Shanok and I interview my parents. https://www.elsforautism.org/all-about-my-mother-and-i/ - My blog article and interview with my mother Russell Lehmann (who gets profiled in the podcast) and his letter to his mother: https://www.theautisticpoet.com/a-letter-to-my-mom/ Game Night Make sure to contact Trudi Zayac, Adult Services Director at Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org or at 561 320-9516 Erik Mollengarden – W.E. Article The article: https://www.elsforautism.org/work-experience-program-graduate-highlight-erik-mollengarden/ The firm that Mr. Mollgengarden works for: https://www.cai.io/ Interview with Dr. Kim Rivieccio: https://www.elsforautism.org/team/kimberly-watterson-rivieccio/ - Staff Page Contact her at: kimberly.rivieccio@elsforautism.org Sam's Sibs Stick Together Support Group: https://autismsciencefoundation.org/resources/sams-sibs-stick-together/ Mental Health Counseling Services: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ Check out Instagram Live and Stress Management Tips here: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/channel/?hl=en Our Stress Management Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AS-qmwEiqTA&list=PLyBC_KGS3GhGHPjvp-IM7_O1fOAhQrC9n Today In The World of Autism Stories: Nate's 1st Story: Mental Health Resources National Institute of Mental Health - https://www.nimh.nih.gov/ American Psychiatric Association – Find a Psychiatrist - http://finder.psychiatry.org/?_ga=2.11690678.326351641.1619284610-806084773.1619284610 National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) - https://www.nami.org/findsupport Medicine Plus Database - https://medlineplus.gov/druginformation.html Anxiety & Depression Society of America - https://adaa.org/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - https://www.samhsa.gov/ Talk Therapy: https://211palmbeach.org/ 7cupsoftea.com Talkspace: https://www.talkspace.com/ BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/ Our Mental Health Counseling Services: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ FL APSE (Association of People Supporting Employment First): https://apse.org/chapter/florida/ SEDNET - https://sednetfl.info/ Jen Smyth: jsmythlmhc@gmail.com, Nate's 2nd Story: Mental Health and Autism Source: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7017a1.htm Merrick's 1st Story: Tips on Preventing and Stopping Bullying Source: https://www.chla.org/blog/rn-remedies/bullying-and-autism-spectrum-disorder-asd-how-help-your-child Merrick's 2nd Story: Profile on Russell Lehmann https://www.theautisticpoet.com/ Merrick's Creative Outlet – Nate's Physical Outlet: www.MerrickEgber.com Sang at a bunch of Original Song Festivals with Merrick's work: Like the Key Largo Original Music Festival: https://issuu.com/keysweekly/docs/19-0516_uk He Ain't Kidding!: https://charlotte49ers.com/sports/mens-tennis/roster/nate-shanok/2304
Our Pages: Our Web Site: https://www.elsforautism.org/ Bonfire (Where we sell our shirts): https://www.bonfire.com/store/els-for-autism/ Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elsforautism/ Our #WERFOODIES Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637 - Contact Trudi Zayac, Adult Services Director, at Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org for more details Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/?hl=en Our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXF9QKKGPvWACzJuqchYMxQ Golf Challenge Update: Our Golf Challenge Web Site: https://e4agolf.com/ - Contact Paige Scollard, our Golf Challenge Superior, at Paige.Scollard@elsforautism.org 5K Roots and Ruts Update: AccuChip Timing: https://www.accuchiptiming.com/ Other Updates: Dr. Sotelo and Dr. Alessandri's interview with Forbe's: https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliabrodsky/2021/04/07/how-people-with-autism-can-find-training-and-jobs/?sh=4ef0ba9741bb Interview: To find the book – In a Different Key: The Story of Autism: https://www.amazon.com/Different-Key-Story-Autism/dp/0307985709 To get updates about the movie – In a Different Key – and to get access to see it virtually: https://www.inadifferentkeythemovie.com/ Donvan and Zucker's Creative Well Page: https://creativewell.com/lecture-division/speaker?id=john-donvan-and-caren-zucker Edna Mishori, from our interview, was a founder of this organization - ALUT: https://alutfriends.org/
5K Roots and Ruts https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/JUPITER/RootsRutsOffRoad5K - For Registration Purposes #WERFOODIES Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637 In order to join #WERFOODIES: Contact our Director of Adult Services, Trudi Zayac (Trudi.Zayac@elsforautism.org) or call at (561) 320-9516 for more information. For more information on Rec. Programs including our Summer Camp Program: Contact our Rec. Supervisor Kelley Coutts at Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org Programs and Services Updates: Visit our web site, www.Elsforautism.org for updates Story 1: Barriers to Autism Diagnosis in Girls Advisory Board Member Haley Moss' Page: https://haleymoss.net/ Dr. Temple Grandin's Page: https://www.templegrandin.com/ Advisory Board Member Rachel Barcellona's Page: https://rachelbarcellona.com/ Advisory Board Member Sue Abramowski's Article: https://www.spectrumwomen.com/my-life/life-through-my-eyes-sue-abramowski/ Other Famous Women with Autism: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/14-amazing-women-autism-162050408.html Link to Article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40489-020-00225-8 Story 2: Machine Learning for Autism Biomarkers Why early intervention is crucial: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/whyActEarly.html#:~:text=Early%20intervention%20services%20can%20change,children%2C%20families%2C%20and%20communities.&text=Help%20your%20child%2C%20help%20your,age%20and%20throughout%20their%20lives. Link to Article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/02/210225082522.htm And now onto Merrick Egber for his human interest stories: Story 1: Tips on Celebrating Autism Awareness Month Another good resource for tips on celebrating Autism Awareness Month: https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/30-ways-to-celebrate-autism-awareness-month/ Remember to check out our blog: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ And if you're here, you probably know how to share our Podcast link: https://www.elsforautism.org/fore-autism-podcast/ Story 2: Review of Everything's Gonna Be Okay Freeform's Page: https://www.freeform.com/shows/everythings-gonna-be-okay Teen Vogue Article on Kayla Cromer: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/kayla-cromer-up-next New Yorker Article on Series' Creator, Josh Thomas: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/04/12/josh-thomas-comedy-of-self-diagnosis
In order to contact our Rec. Supervisor, Kelley Coutts, for information about our physical activity programs and other fun moments here is her email address: Kelley.Coutts@elsforautism.org For the latest updates on our #WERFOODIES Food Service Program via our Facebook page, here it is: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637/?ref=page_internal For more information on the upcoming virtual “Building a Neurodiverse Workforce” conference, find out more on here: https://www.elsforautismglobalconf.org/ Interview with Thomas D'Eri: Rising Tide Car Wash: https://www.risingtidecarwash.com/ Rising Tide U: http://risingtideu.com/ Dr. Nate Shanok's link to the research in his first story: Dahlgren, J., et al. (2021) Physical activity and screen time among youth with autism: A longitudinal analysis from 9 to 18 years. Autism. doi.org/10.1177/1362361320981314. While we are not sponsored by Nintendo or Ring Fit Adventure, here are some programs that can be purchased to help the people you know with getting into shape: https://www.amazon.com/Ring-Fit-Adventure-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B07XV4NHHN/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Ring+Fit+Adventure&qid=1614268667&s=videogames&sr=1-2 – Ring Fit Adventure https://www.amazon.com/Fitness-Boxing-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B07JYVJVN2/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=Switch+Boxing&qid=1614268702&s=videogames&sr=1-8 – Nintendo Fitness Boxing https://www.amazon.com/Fitness-Boxing-Rhythm-Exercise-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B08JDTJ9V5/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Switch+Boxing&qid=1614268728&s=videogames&sr=1-3 – Fitness Boxing 2 – Rhythm and Exercise https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Wii-Console-Sports-Renewed/dp/B07BZS1566/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=Wii&qid=1614268784&s=videogames&sr=1-10 – Wii console with Wii Sports Dr. Nate Shanok's Second Story: http://hillsdalecollegian.com/2021/02/junior-develops-app-to-help-people-with-autism/ Merrick Egber's First Story: Link to Asperger's Syndrome definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Asperger%27s%20syndrome Link to the DSM V - https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsm Links to Articles 1 and 2 from the Els for Autism Blog on the History of Autism: https://www.elsforautism.org/9262-2/, https://www.elsforautism.org/history-autism-part-ii-troubled-bits-2/ Another perspective on Dr. Hans Asperger: https://www.latimes.com/books/la-ca-jc-aspergers-children-20180615-story.html The Scientific Exodus from Nazi Germany: https://physicstoday.scitation.org/do/10.1063/PT.6.4.20180926a/full/ The White Rose Movement: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/sophie-scholl-and-white-rose Merrick Egber's Second Story: Blog article on AAC: https://www.elsforautism.org/the-belief-that-everyone-has-a-voice-the-history-of-augmentative-and-alternative-communication-aac/ Reading “The Reason I Jump” - https://www.amazon.com/Reason-Jump-Inner-Thirteen-Year-Old-Autism/dp/081298515X Watching “The Reason I Jump” - https://kinomarquee.com/film/the-reason-i-jump/5f18b849fc3a940001d483d8 Where you can find The Universal Nonverbal Intelligence Test: https://www.wpspublish.com/unit-2-universal-nonverbal-intelligence-test-2 Raven's Progressive Matrices: https://www.pearsonassessments.com/store/usassessments/en/Store/Professional-Assessments/Cognition-%26-Neuro/Non-Verbal-Ability/Raven%27s-Progressive-Matrices-%7C-Clinical-Edition/p/100001960.html
SHOWNOTES For January, 2021 Tenth Podcast: Foundation Updates and News: In order to contact Dr. Kimberly Watterson-Rivieccio, our Mental Health Counselor, about the Teens with Autism - Mental Health Group (Email: Kimberly.Rivieccio@elsforautism.org, Phone: 561-309-5594) #WERFOODIES Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637/?ref=page_internal To look up and register for our “Building a Neurodiverse Workforce” Virtual Employment Conference click on this link: https://www.elsforautismglobalconf.org/ Interview: Free and Paid Online Harvard University Courses: https://online-learning.harvard.edu/catalog/free Edx: https://www.edx.org/ “Free Online Courses from Harvard, MIT and More” https://grasshopper.app/ - “Learn to code for free” Jim's Bio on our Virtual Employment Conference Page: https://www.elsforautismglobalconf.org/biographies/advisory-board-bios/jim-hogan/ Today In The World of Autism: The Study Referred to in the Daily Living Skills Story: https://www.jaacap.org/article/S0890-8567(20)32076-1/pdf To register for our Virtual Daily Living Skills Program contact Trudi Zayac, our Director of Adult Services: (Email: trudi.zayac@elsforautism.org, Phone:561-320-9516) Rising Tide Car Wash: https://www.risingtidecarwash.com/ Rising Tide U: http://risingtideu.com/ G.O.A.L.S. (Global Outreach Autism Learning Services) Page: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/global-outreach/evaluation-program-development-and-coaching/ Just Like a Butterfly (Rendering) – Merrick Egber/Jimmy Webb 10/14/2016
Shownotes for the December (9th Podcast): To give a gift this holiday season: www.elsforautism.org/donate. To keep up to date with all of our blog articles: https://www.elsforautism.org/category/blog/ The Latest article I wrote will serve up greater information on what Dr. Sotelo is referring to in her interview with us. Make sure to pay attention to this page for our subsequent rounds for the #WERFOODIES Food Service: https://www.facebook.com/WERFOODIES-104371888108637/ References in Dr. Marlene Sotelo's Interview with us: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/elsforautism/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/els_for_autism/?hl=en Our Webinars: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-resources/free-webinars/ Our upcoming 2021 Employment Conference web site: https://www.elsforautismglobalconf.org/ To watch Taylor Duncan give a TED talk about his Alternative Baseball Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0RGXug-WV4 For a listing of our Sports/Fitness Programs: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/recreation-services/golf-fitness-tennis-yoga-classes/ To get a deeper look at the new Autism Screening App from Duke University: https://youtu.be/UyOTcBOX5P8 For CDC statistics of children with autism in 2020: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/addm-community-report/documents/addm-community-report-2020-h.pdf For our Early Intervention Programs like CADI: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/education/early-education-intervention-diagnostic-services/ For statistics on Wandering/Elopement and Drowning: https://nationalautismassociation.org/resources/autism-safety-facts/ https://autismswim.com.au/2016/09/23/asd-and-drowning/ For statistics on adolescents with autism driving: https://www.chop.edu/news/1-3-teens-autism-spectrum-disorder-receives-driver-s-license A report on adults with autism and the difficulty at getting jobs, into a marriage, and being independent: https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/jobs-relationships-elude-adults-autism/ Article on mental health among adults with autism: https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/home/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders/mental-health-conditions-common-among-individuals-with-autism/ Two firms that have majority workers with autism mentioned in story: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/18/technology/ultranauts-remote-work.html - Ultranauts https://www.cbsnews.com/news/auticon-employees-autism-spectrum/ - Auticon Our virtual programs and services: https://www.elsforautism.org/covid-19-information-and-resources/ Our Mental Health Groups: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/therapy-services/mental-health-counseling-services/ Our Social Group: https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Spoken-Wheel-Society.pdf Our Advisory Board Member, Ron Sandison, and his tips on handling the holidays effectively as an individual with autism: https://the-art-of-autism.com/5-tips-for-surviving-the-holiday-season-from-an-adult-on-the-autism-spectrum/
Shownotes – 11/24/2020 Our web site: www.Elsforautism.org T-shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/store/els-for-autism/ Wishlist: https://www.elsforautism.org/wish-list/ Donations: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E331264&id=4 Link to Hearing Test Screening Study (Nate's 1st Story): Miron, O., et al. (2020) Prolonged Auditory Brainstem Response in Universal Hearing Screening of Newborns with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Research. doi.org/10.1002/aur.2422. Link to our Adult Services Department: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/adult-services/ Link to our CADI Program: https://www.elsforautism.org/programs-services/education/early-education-intervention-diagnostic-services/
Shownotes: Foundation News and Updates: Calendar Entry for Family Fun Night: https://www.elsforautism.org/calendar/family-fun-night-pumpkin-patch-party/ Facebook Page for #WERFOODIES – Our very own Work Experience Program's Food Truck – https://www.facebook.com/Werfoodies-104371888108637/?ref=page_internal TODAY IN THE WORLD OF AUTISM: Nate's Call to Action Against Bullying Story: 1. Mayes S.D. et al. Res. Autism Spectr. Disord. 7, 109-119 (2013) Abstract 2. Hedley D. and M. Uljarević Curr. Dev. Disord. Rep. 5, 65-76 (2018) Abstract 3. Klomek A.B. et al. J. Am. Acad. Child Adolesc. Psychiatry 48, 254-261 (2009) PubMed 4. Holden R. et al. Autism Res. 13, 988-997 (2020) PubMed 5. Ttofi M.M. and D.P. Farrington J. Aggress. Confl. Peace Res. 1, 13-24 (2009) Abstract Nate's Ford Motor Company's Work Initiative Story: https://www.clickondetroit.com/community/2020/10/15/ford-aims-to-boost-hiring-of-employees-with-autism/ Merrick's Story on Autism Spectrum Award Winner, Jim Hogan: https://www.elsforautism.org/autism-spectrum-award/#:~:text=The%20Els%20for%20Autism%20Spectrum,%2C%20positive%20attitude%2C%20and%20contribution. Merrick's Story on Tom D'Eri, Rising Tide Carwash co-founder and 2021 Employment Conference Keynote Speaker: https://www.risingtidecarwash.com/ https://www.forbes.com/profile/thomas-deri/#5190b81a29e8 Our interview with Dr. Michael Alessandri: https://www.umcard.org/about-us/staff/ https://www.globalautismconsulting.com/about-us/ For more information on the 2021 Employment Conference: https://www.elsforautismglobalconf.org/
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