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3659
Safe Travel: For Parents and/or Adults on Spectrum
Friday, July 11, 2008: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Tallahassee 1 (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center)
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This session will share information for two different populations on the subject of travel. Two adults will share strategies for teens and spectrum adults who wish to travel safely. Two parents will share similar information for families with children on the spectrum.
The first part of the session will feature two parents. They will focus on what worked and did not work while traveling with children with ASD. Topics discussed should include: Preparing children for travel. Meltdowns in public. Dietary considerations. New environments. Safety.
The second part of the session will feature two adults on the spectrum who have traveled to every state in the USA and many nations abroad. Topics discussed will include: How to prepare for a trip. Inexpensive travel options. Finding “safe” lodging with families or other spectrumites. How to avoid common accidents. How to avoid travel stress. Eating and travel.
There will also be handouts with lists of good resources and tips for safe travel for both populations covered by the session. Questions will be answered at end of session if time permits.
Learning Objectives:
- Common obstacles to safe and fun travel.
- How to prepare children for travel.
- Strategies for teen/adult spectrum tourists.
- Health and diet issues for travel.
Content Area: Family and Sibling Support
Presenters:
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D.
Professor at Adelphi University
Adelphi University
Diagnosed with "Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies" & "too sick" for outpatient treatment Shore was recommended for institutionalization. Non-verbal until four, with support from parents, teachers and his wife, Stephen is now a professor at Adelphi University where research focuses on matching best practice to needs of autistic individuals.
Gerald (Jerry) Newport, B.A.
Author, Advocate, Individual with AS and has Spouse with AS, Taxi Driver
Self
Jerry Newport has Asperger Syndrome. He has over 20 years of professional experience as a taxi driver and messenger. Jerry is a graduate of the University of Michigan and well-known speaker and author.
Mary Meinel Newport
Author, Advocate, Individual with AS and has Spouse with AS, Former Driver
Self
Diagnosed with Asperger's, manic depression, head injuries, and PTSD, Mary is the mother of two adult, independent sons who were never diagnosed but exhibit ASD traits and grandmother of two. She is a also a former piano tuner, gemologist, actress and current artist and composer. She drove for almost three decades but no longer does because of health issues.