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3807
A Father's View of Autism
Friday, July 11, 2008: 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
Tallahassee 1 (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center)
A father's views of a family that has been blessed with twin sons (13 years of age) and two so-called neuro-typical daughters. Some practical advice, mixed with humor that is intended to lift the spirits of the audience.
A father's views of a family that has been blessed with twin sons (13 years of age) and two so-called neuro-typical daughters. Some practical advice, mixed with humor that is intended to lift the spirits of the audience.
Learning Objectives:
- Provide insight into day to day challenges
- Assist parents and family members
- Bring a little humor to families
Content Area: Family and Sibling Support
Presenter:
Jeff Sell, J.D.
Vice President, Advocacy & Public Policy
ASA
Jeff Sell has been blessed with four children, Natalie (16), Ben and Joe (15 year-old twins with autism), and Gracie (11). Jeff is the Vice President, Advocacy & Public Policy for the Autism Society. He has served as the 1st Vice Chairman of the Autism Society's Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Autism Society's Government Relations Committee and Director of Chapters & Membership. Jeff presently serves on the Professional Advisory Boards of New York Families for Autistic Children (NYFAC) and he is the Vice President of the World Autism Organization (WAO).