The Autism Society Event and Education Recordings Archive

47th Annual Autism Society National Conference
July 12 - 16, 2016 • New Orleans, Louisiana


Wednesday, July 13, 2016

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Thursday, July 14, 2016

12:30 PM-1:45 PM

8722
Food Exploration and Discovery (FED) Program: A Comprehensive Approach to Addressing Complex Feeding Challenges
Alexandra Besecker, MS, OTR/L, Jessica Piatak, OTD, OTR/L, Kristina Carraccia, M.S., CCC-SLP, Stephanie Harrigan, M.S., CCC-SLP, Heidi Moser, M.S., CCC-SLP and Jessica Scanna, M.S., CCC-SLP
9313
Keeping our Communities Safe and Sound
William Cannata Jr. and Jimmy Donohoe
9119
Minimizing Restraint and Seclusion: Safety You Can Count (On)
Kimberly L. Sanders, M.S. and Bonnie L. Zampino
8816
Performing in Musical Ensembles for Individuals with Autism
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D. and Kaname Ueno, MA

2:15 PM-3:30 PM

8724
A Teen and His OT Present: Executive Function and Organization
Cara N. Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L and Jacob A. Koscinski
8580
I Hate to Write! Rescuing our Reluctant Writers
Kathy Oehler, M.S., CCC-SLP and Cheryl Boucher, M.S., OTR
9170
Never Too Old for a Diagnosis
Lisa D. Settles, Psy.D. and Amie Lofton, Psy.D.
8671
The Importance of Citizen Science in Advancing Autism Research
Alycia Halladay, PhD and Jill Escher, MA, JD

4:00 PM-5:15 PM

8829
Entitlements Vs. Eligibility As They Relate to Lifespan Services for Those with ASD
David L. Holmes, Ed.D., BCBS, BCAP and Paul Prior, J.D.
9169
Siblings Speak Out: Processing Autism in the Family
Anna Schamens and Denise Schamens, B.S.
8603
The Autistic Newly Weds - Navigating a Successful Marriage!
Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA, Abraham Talmage Nielsen, Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Alexander Plank, Jenny Palmiotto, Psy D and Michael Tolleson
8995
Understanding Autism at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Lisa Wiggins, Ph.D., Daisy Christensen, Ph.D. and Jennifer Zubler, M.D.
8758
When ABA Is Not an Option: Other Treatments to Consider
Christine Raches, Psy.D. and Bill Beechler, M.D., FAAP

Friday, July 15, 2016

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

8512
8762
Learn to "See" How to Fit-in: Pro-Social Strategies to Decrease and/or Prevent Mental Health Issues
Ellyn Lucas Arwood, Ed.D., CCC-SLP, Carole A. Kaulitz, M.Ed., CCC-SLP and Chris Merideth, M.Ed.
8773
Low Functioning, A Bad Word? Let's Discuss the Population Typically Not Talked About
Lisa E. Rego, Claudia Swiader, William Cannata Jr. and Tessa Cannata
9209
SMILE Biscotti - Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Leader in Adult Autism
Matthew Resnik, Denise Resnik and Rob Resnik, JD
8943
Teaching Generalization of Social and Communication Skills [BCBA Session]
Kathleen A. Quill, Ed.D., BCBA-D and L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan, Ph.D.
9019
Training and Managing the Neurodiverse Workplace: Real World Perspectives
Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D., Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., José Velasco Sr., M.S. and José Velasco Jr.

1:15 PM-2:30 PM

8607
Beyond Person-First Language: Self-Advocacy and the Words We Use
Kate Gladstone, M.L.S. and James Williams
9208
Building Family Recreational Activities
Andrew Baumann, M.A., ICADC, FAPA
8914
Reflecting on the Journey: 20 Years of a Parent Weekend Retreat
Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Elaine C. Meyer, Ph.D., R.N. and Elaine Hall
8747
Speaking for Ourselves: Individuals with Autism Panel.
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D., Jocelyn Eastman, Karl Wittig, P.E., Matthew Prendergast, B.S., M.S, Marcie Tyler and Jessica Davis
8799
Strategy = Success! Approaching Difficult Tasks with a Comprehensive and Strategic Plan!
Brooke Olson, B.S., Organizational, Behavior and Chloe M. Rothschild, Self-Advocate

3:00 PM-4:15 PM

8969
Building Blocks for the Future: An Integrated Housing System for Individuals with Autism
Karen Markle, MA, BCBA, Christiana Show, MSEd, ABA and Elliot Frank, BS
8833
DIR/Floortime, the iPad and Augmentative Communication: Application in Children with ASD from Birth to Five
Michele C. Havens, Ph.D. and Elisa Chrem, M.A. speech/language and ed leadership
9310
From Inclusion to Belonging: A Paradigm Shift
Shelly Christensen, MA and Elaine Hall

Saturday, July 16, 2016

8:30 AM-9:45 AM

8990
A Framework for Decreasing Meltdowns: The Cup Kid
Nancy Kling, M.A., L.P.C., L.P.A.
8560
A Home for Max: One Family's Successful Journey to Independent Supported Living
Victoria Z. Meyer, Parent and Barbara K. Caparulo, Psy.D.
8954
The Wallet Card: A Way to Safely Disclose Your Disability to Law Enforcement
Diane Adreon, Ed.D., Bart Barta and Matthew Dietz
8749
Utilizing Appreciative Inquiry in Transition Coaching for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Post-Secondary Education
Joanna L. Ale, M.S., LMHC, CIC, Ed.D.(C) and Brian James Ludden, M.S., LMHC, Ed.D.(C)

10:15 AM-11:30 AM

8689
Autism Adulthood: Insights and Strategies for a Fulfilling Life
Susan L. Senator, author, speaker, mother
9175
Beyond Transition: Meeting the Service and Support Needs of Older, High-Functioning ASD Adults.
Ruth Elizabeth Burks, Ph.D., and, Ed.M. and Gyasi Omari Burks-Abbott, M.S.
8540
Playing with Intention to Increase Communication [BCBA Session]
Amy Prince, MA-CCC, SLP, BCBA and Amber Ladd, MA-CCC, SLP, BCBA
8728
Technology As Storytelling: Using Technology to Help Build Capacity and Engage a Community
Suzanne L. Potts, LMSW, MPH, Angela Hale and Susan Risdon
9141
The Bully Project: Using Applied Drama to Empower Young People on the Spectrum
Wendy S. Duke, MA in Theatre; Licensed inTheatre Education, K-12 and Laura Valendza, MFA in Acting MA in Special Education; Certified Intervention Specialist, K-12
9044
The Pursuit of Self-Employment: Feeble or Feasible?
Jennie Trocchio Kirkland, Ph.D.