ASA's 36th National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders (July 13-16, 2005)

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Thursday, July 14, 2005: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
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#1554- Growing Old with Autism: A Guide for Families
Persons with autism age as do family members. Session will be directed primarily to needs of family members. Topics to be covered by a panel of experienced individuals will include, but not be limited, to issues of physical and mental health, financial security, marital accord, siblings and time for self.

Presenters:Audrey I. Horne, Parent, ASA President 1997-2001 - active member of ASA since 1972 and mother of a 36 years old son with autism. Served on ASA Board 1990-2003 and was president 1997-2001. Chaired the 1997 conference when ASA returned to management of its conferences. Currrently an appointee of the S.C. Governor to the state adult protection coordinating council.

Elizabeth (Liz) Roth, Conference Department, ASA Board of Directors - Served on ASA board 1995-2000. Currently serving as board secretary and a co-chair of the annual confrence. A long time advocate and mother of an adult son with autism. Has served in various capacities in Montgomery County, Md.

 
Yhis is a work in progress and Audrey and Liz plan toengage others in the ongoing develoment of the presentation.

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