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49th Annual Autism Society National Conference

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

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Pre-Conference Community Training - Inclusive Faith - A Call to Belong
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Elaine Hall, Shelly Christensen, MA and Lawrence R. Sutton, Ph.D.

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Set-Up

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Pre-Conference BCBA Session (Additional Registration Required $200)
Stephen Lockwood, BCBA and Jack Scott, Ph.D., BCBA-D

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Affiliate Leaders Annual Meeting

12:30 PM-4:30 PM

Pre-Conference CEU Session with Dr. Barry Prizant and Dr. Elaine Meyer - "Being Nice is Not Enough: Essential Skills to Communicate With and Support Families" (Additional Registration Required - $120)
Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP and Elaine C. Meyer, Ph.D., R.N.

Pre-Conference Self-Advocacy Session (Additional Registration Required $25) presented by the Autism Society Panel of People on the Spectrum of Autism

4:00 PM-8:00 PM

Conference and Exhibit Hall Opens

Exhibition Hall Open

5:30 PM-6:30 PM

Attendee Welcome - Meet and Greet with the Autism Society's PSA and PPA

6:30 PM-8:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception

Thursday, July 13, 2017

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7:30 AM-8:15 AM

Exhibit Hall Opening with Continental Breakfast

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

Exhibition Hall Open

Registration Open

8:30 AM-10:10 AM

Mornings with Richard - Awards - Opening Keynote - Panel of Parents moderated by Judy Endow, MSW, LCSW

10:10 AM-10:20 AM

Break

10:20 AM-11:30 AM

Opening Keynote Continued - Panel of Self Advocates moderated by Barry Prizant

11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Lunch (Visit the Exhibitor Hall)

11:45 AM-12:30 PM

Lunch and Learn with John Donvan and Caren Zucker (Bring your Lunch and Questions)

12:30 PM-1:00 PM

Book Signing With Judy Endow and Barry Prizant

12:30 PM-1:45 PM

9813

A Long and Winding Road: An Examination Of the Transition Process for Individuals with ASD
John Miller, M.Ed.

9924

Awakening the Autism Entrepreneur - The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Leader in Adult Autism
Thomas D'Eri and Michael Alessandri, Ph.D.

9857

CANCELLED (NOTE FROM PRESENTER UPLOADED): Challenging the Myths of Autism: An Empowering Re-framing of Common Limiting Stereotypes
Jonathan Alderson, BA., Ed.M.

9552

CANCELLED: Medicaid Experiences of Adults with Autism, Families, and Providers: Findings from a Focus Group Study
Kaitlin Koffer Miller, MPH, Lindsay Shea, MS, DrPH, Nina Wall, MSS, LSW, Stacy Nonnemacher, PhD and Kathleen Shea, MS

9649

Developing A Housing Strategy: Because Mom and Dad Living Forever Isn't A Plan
Catherine Boyle, MA, CGS and Cheryl Chan

9529

Enriching Social-Emotional Relationships through Psychosexual Education
Suzanne Richards, Ph.D, Leslie Rogers, M.S., CCC-SLP and Emily Monahan, MA, OTR/L

9517

Everybody's Got A Little Music In Them: Using Music Therapy to Connect, Engage, and Motivate
Abbey Fistek, MT-BC, Erin Jester, MT-BC and Kate Sonnenberg, MT-BC

9801

Fit for Friends, Fit for Life! Physical and Social Benefits of a Community-Based Fitness Program
Melissa Tovin, PT, PhD, James Laiso, B.S., Kevin Nguyen, B.S. and Matthew Stearns, B.S.

9701

Great Expectations - Steps to Maximizing Transitional Success
Stacey Hoaglund

9854

Paint Chip Emotions & Tattooed Bananas: Purposeful Play for EVERY Age
Jennifer O'Toole, BAAS and Cara N. Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L

9465

Supporting Behavior Change Using Strategies Associated with ABA and PBS [BCBA Session]
Cathy Pratt, Ph.D., BCBA-D

9784

Trust In Love: An Intimate Conversation on Autism and Vulnerability
Lindsey A. Nebeker, B.A.

1:45 PM-2:15 PM

Break (Visit the Exhibit Hall)

2:15 PM-3:30 PM

9641

10 Basic Financial Steps for Special Needs Caregivers [Sponsored Session]
Zac Mulford, AWMA

9411

Autism in the Golden Years: Positive Directions and Personal Reflections
Susan Moreno, MA, A.B.S.

9778

Bridging the Gap between Intention and Action: Neurobiology of Autism and Implications for Presuming Competence
John Hussman, Ph.D.

9756

But You Can Talk! Alternative Communication for Verbal Individuals with ASD
Lydia Wayman, B.S, M.A., Chloe M. Rothschild, Self-Advocate and Conner Cummings

9403

Helping or Hovering? Does Distance Make a Difference When Striving for Independence?
Joanie Garro, MA, BCBA

9718

Language and Awareness: Redefining Support
Melody Latimer

9823

Put On Your Own Oxygen Mask First: Self-Care for Parents in Transition
Nina Jonson, BS-Education and Gretchen Peck

9953

Safety for People with ASD
William Cannata Jr. and Jimmy Donohoe

9659

Self-Advocate Panel: A Discussion on Love & Relationships on the Autism Spectrum
Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA, Lindsey A. Nebeker, B.A., Amy Gravino, M.A., CAS, Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D. and Kerry Magro, M.A.

9521

Telehealth Solutions for Families with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Evidence-Based Interventions to Low-Resource Areas [BCBA Session]
Michael Powers, PsyD, Mariana Torres-Viso, PsyD, BCBA-D, Shaunessy Egan, MS Ed., BCBA and Solandy Forte, LCSW, BCBA

9797

The World through the Eyes of a Teenager with Autism
Jacob A. Koscinski

9832

Transition Plans That Deliver Results: Predictors of Success
Emily D. Iland, M.A. and Thomas W. Iland, B.S., CPA

3:30 PM-3:45 PM

Break

3:45 PM-5:00 PM

9665

A Quality Life Created Through Inclusive Practices and Circles Of Natural Supports
T. Collin Brusnahan, L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan, Ph.D. and Nate Helm-Quest, ASEET

9831

Adolescence and Adulthood; Relationships, Sexuality, Independent Living and Work
Lawrence R. Sutton, Ph.D.

9603

An Alternative to Repeated Emergency Room Admissions for Individuals with ASD & Severe Behavior [BCBA Session]
Mark Palmieri, Psy.D., BCBA-D, Amanda Laprime, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Adrianna Zambrzycka, LCSW, BCBA, Marikate Greene, MS.Ed., BCBA and Michael Powers, PsyD

9647

Choices and Voices: How We Can Build Strong Advocates Early and Influence Policy.
Jolene Sanders, M.S.

9707

Death, Grief and Autism: Supporting Children and Teens when Someone in their Life has Died
Arlen Gaines, LCSW-C, ACHP-SW and Meredith Polsky, MSW, MS

9573

From Autism Awareness to Acceptance to Appreciation: Fulfilling and Productive Lives as the Rule
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D.

10051

Front Range Center for Neurodiversity: Envisioning a Hub of Innovation and Support for Autistic Individuals
Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Philip Tedeschi, MSSW, LCSW and Kris Harrington

9920

How Online Speech Therapy Can Address a Client's Social, Language, and Articulation Needs [Sponsored Session]
Sharon Soliday, MS, CCC-SLP and Jenny Peddicord, MS, CCC-SLP

9515

Secondary Students with ASD: Practical and Comprehensive Approaches to Generating Positive Outcomes through Evidence-Based Practices
Julie St. John, Ed.S.

9434

Teach Private Time for Masturbation
Melissa Dubie, M.A.

9760

The Best of The Best: Proactive Techniques for Creating a Socially Successful Integrated Prekindergarten Program
Michelle DeFelice Haverly, MS Ed

9551

The Hidden Curriculum of Keeping a Job: Navigating the Social Landscape of Employment
Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D. and Judy M. Endow, LCSW

Friday, July 14, 2017

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7:30 AM-5:00 PM

Registration Open

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Exhibition Hall Open

8:30 AM-10:15 AM

Mornings with Richard - Awards - Friday Keynote - Panel of Professionals moderated by Dr. Stephen Shore

10:15 AM-10:45 AM

Book Signing with Dr. Stephen Shore

Break (Visit the Exhibit Hall)

Meet Julia Walk-Around Character from Sesame Street

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

9482

Dance it out Together: Starring Parents and Professionals
Kathy L. Gould, M.S. and Nancy Brown, B.A.

9790

Eliminating Restrictive Practices
Kimberly L. Sanders, M.S.

9812

Growing Up With Autism; The Struggles and the Achievements.
David L. Holmes, Ed.D., BCBS, BCAP and Archibald Brechin, B.S.

9546

High-Functioning Females with ASD: What is Different? What You Need to Know to Help!
Diane Adreon, Ed.D. and Valerie Paradiz, PhD

9653

Leveraging Technology to Support Paraprofessional Professional Development [BCBA Session]
Patricia Wright, PH.D., MPH, BCBA-D

9936

Optimizing Quality of Life [Sponsored Session]
Tracy Schober

9509

Preparing Transition Age Youth with Autism for Employment
Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D., Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D. and Tanya Regli, MSS/MLSP

9866

Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children
Kama Einhorn, M.Ed

9430

Speaking for Ourselves Panel
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D., Sara RS Miller, Lars Perner, Ph.D., Erin Miller and Steven J Miller, MA, ABD for Ph.D., MLIS

9639

Treatment Models for Success: Identifying Similarities and Differences of Mental Health and Autism Spectrum Diagnoses
Kate Palmer, MA, CCP, CAS

9637

Watering the Roots: Working within Relationships to Foster Social/Emotional Development in Life Skills Programs.
Laura De Gennaro, Psy.D. and Michael Kelliher, MT-BC

9772

Work Accommodations: The How-To Guide for People with Autism
Carly Fulgham

11:45 AM-12:15 PM

Meet Julia Walk-Around Character from Sesame Street

12:00 PM-1:15 PM

Lunch (Visit the Exhibitor Hall)

12:30 PM-1:15 PM

Panel of People on the Spectrum of Autism Town Hall Meeting (Bring your Lunch)

12:45 PM-1:15 PM

Meet Julia Walk-Around Character from Sesame Street

1:15 PM-2:30 PM

9938

Affordable Smart-Home Technology - How It Helps Keep Our Kids Safe [Sponsored Session]
Kevin Meacham

9625

Autism Workforce: A Program for Companies to Assure Success
David S. Geslak, B.S., ACSM, EP-C, CSCS and Ashley Palomino, M.Ed.

9526

Beyond Person-First Language: Self-Advocacy And The Words We Use
Kate Gladstone, M.L.S. and James M. Williams

9878

Essential Safety Information for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Jack Scott, Ph.D., BCBA-D

9773

Inclusion Time, It’s Critical: Strategies for Academic and Social Success for all Levels of ASD
Shannon Urquhart, M.A.

9507

Involved Fathers Get Results: Engaging Fathers and Strengthening Families
Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.

9739

Pivotal Response Teaching: Practical Guidelines for Teachers and Parents
John Burke, Ph.D., BCBA-D

9771

Putting Feet on the IEP: Implementation, Fidelity Data, and Progress Monitoring
Ann Simun, Psy.D. and Sandra Dixon Shove

9448

Safety and Sexuality for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders [BCBA Session]
Bobbie Gallagher, BCBA

9726

Salads, Spreadsheets & Autism: Women, Girls, & Our (Unspoken) World of Eating Disorders
Jennifer O'Toole, BAAS

9591

The Essential Component of Effective Programs: Kindness
Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D., Ruth Aspy, Ph.D. and Barry G. Grossman, Ph.D.

9826

The Hidden Curriculum of Social Media: Supporting Healthy Online Behavior
Brigid Rankowski, M.S.

2:30 PM-3:00 PM

Break (Visit the Exhibit Hall)

3:00 PM-4:15 PM

9958

Autism, Avatars, and Alleviating Social Skills Disorders with Technology [Sponsored Session]
Bernadette Mullen, M.A., CCC-SLP and Christopher Dudick, MAT

9446

CANCELLED - Enhancing the School to Clinic Collaboration of ABA Programming
Julie Harrison, Ph.D., BCBA

9510

Film Study Class as a Tool for Facilitating Perspective Taking in Teenagers with High-Functioning Autism
Steven Kane, Ph.D.

9660

I Used to Be Bullied for Having Autism: Here's When It Stopped
Kerry Magro, M.A.

9759

In The Shadows of Trauma
Sondra Williams

9504

It’s My Life: Creating the Life I Want through Community, Friendship and Valued Social Roles
Kathy L. Gould, M.S. and Wendy Partridge, M.S., QIDP

9555

Neuropsychology of ASD: Essential Issues Regarding Executive Functioning in Adulthood: Implications for Independence and Employment [BCBA Session]
Mary Joann Lang, Ph.D., ABPN, BCBA-D

10083

Q&A and Rare Footage from new Documentary - In A Different Key: The Story of Autism

9743

Should It Be Hard to Count? Self-Defined Living for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Becca Lory, CAS

9962

Steps Towards Independence: Three Benefits of ADHD Coaching for Individuals with ASD and Their Families
Debi Filippi, PCC, CMC

9947

The Changing Communication Needs of Aging ASD Adults: Utilizing Technology to Bridge Ability with Self-Determination
Kate Palmer, MA, CCP, CAS

9656

Things No One Ever Told Me After My Kid Was Diagnosed
Frank Campagna

9487

What Every Parent Needs to Know Before Their Autistic Child Gets Anesthesia
Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA

Saturday, July 15, 2017

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7:30 AM-10:30 AM

Registration Open

8:00 AM-12:30 PM

Exhibition Hall Open

8:30 AM-9:45 AM

9662

"The Cool Aspies": Social Model for Adults with ASD in Inclusive Community Settings [BCBA Session]
Sarah DiGioia, M.S., BCBA, LBA and Deborah Hammer, PRSE

9614

Autism, Special Needs and the Grandparent Connection: The Role of a Lifetime
Jennifer Krumins, MEd

9458

Beyond the Invitation: Promoting IEP Participation and Self-Determination for Students with Autism and Intellectual Disability
Lauren Mucha, M.Ed. and Paula Jablonski, M.Ed.

9703

Collaborative Dual-Methodology Programming: ABA and DIR- Perfect Together
Michele C. Havens, Ph.D.

9867

Communication Access for All: A Call to Action
Amy Goldman, M.S. CCC-SLP and Mike Hipple

9486

Ensuring Your Wishes for Their Future
Robert S. Johnston, LUTCF

9816

Evidence-based Landscape Design: Sensory Play Gardens' value for Children with Developmental Disorders
Ingrid M. Kanics, MOT, OTR/L and John McConkey, MBA, CPSI

9571

Girls on the Spectrum: The Pink Side of Autism
Lori Ashley Taylor, Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education; Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction; Special Needs Licensure;

9497

Managing and Deescalating Crisis: A Developmental and Person Centered Approach
Sarah Champ, M.S and Beth Champ, MBA, LPC, NCC, ACS

9493

Mighty League of Acceptance: Using Pop Culture to Engage and Educate Communities about Autism
Jonathan Murphy and Jodi Murphy

9:45 AM-10:15 AM

Break (Visit the Exhibit Hall)

10:15 AM-11:30 AM

9506

A Naturalistic Social Skills Curriculum and Friendship Development of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Mary Stone, M.Ed, ECSE and Elizabeth Drame, Ph.D.

9758

Adult Support and Social Groups: A Place Where Autistics Can Be Appreciated and Make Connections
Karl Wittig, P.E.

9754

An Innovative Coffee House Model - Advancing Vocational Opportunities for Persons With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Dawn Allen, M.Ed, Janet Banks, M.A., Beth Olivieri, B.A and Tonda Forrest

9948

Choosing Functions, Not Favorites! The Basics of the Team Approach [Sponsored Session]
Taylor Devalk, DPT, Liz Hedrich, MS, CCC-SLP and Laura Nagel, OTR/L

9484

Community, Recreation and Meaningful Work: An Intentional Community for Adults with Autism in Wisconsin
Rebecca Goldman, JD, MBA and Erich Schwenker

9483

Guide to Toilet Training Children with Autism
Judith Coucouvanis, MA, APRN, PMHCNS-BC

9425

I Hate to Write! Implementing Evidence Based Practices to Increase Academic Achievement of Reluctant Writers
Kathy Oehler, M.S., CCC-SLP and Cheryl Boucher, M.S., OTR

9489

If Your Autistic Teenager Is Afraid to Get Behind the Wheel
Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA and Abraham Talmage Nielsen

9612

Increasing Independence through Technological Innovations
Rachel Wright, Ph.D.

9541

Lights, Camera, Action--How to Use Video Modeling to Teach a New Skill-Take 1
Joanie Garro, MA, BCBA

9844

Like Mother, Like Daughter: The Real-Life Lessons of Our Spectrum Duets... (Tiaras Optional)
Jennifer O'Toole, BAAS, Gayle Fitzpatrick, M.Ed., BFA, Maura O'Toole and Brigid Rankowski, M.S.

9440

Navigating the Workplace: Social Skill Development, Increased Autonomy Produces Career Advancement, Independent Living [BCBA Session]
Alfred Tuminello, M.A., BCBA, LBA and Lester Tisdale, B.A.

11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Lunch (Last Chance to visit Exhibit Hall and Stock up on Unique Items)

Lunch (Visit the Exhibitor Hall)

12:30 PM-2:00 PM

Afternoon with Richard- Awards - Closing Keynote - John Elder Robison

2:00 PM-2:30 PM

Book Signing with John Elder Robison

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49th Annual Autism Society National Conference

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

8:00 AM-6:00 PM

8:30 AM-10:00 AM

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

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10:00 AM-4:00 PM

12:30 PM-4:30 PM

4:00 PM-8:00 PM

5:30 PM-6:30 PM

6:30 PM-8:00 PM

Thursday, July 13, 2017

7:30 AM-8:15 AM

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

8:30 AM-10:10 AM

10:10 AM-10:20 AM

10:20 AM-11:30 AM

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12:30 PM-1:00 PM

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Friday, July 14, 2017

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

8:30 AM-10:15 AM

10:15 AM-10:45 AM

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

11:45 AM-12:15 PM

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12:30 PM-1:15 PM

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Saturday, July 15, 2017

7:30 AM-10:30 AM

8:00 AM-12:30 PM

8:30 AM-9:45 AM

9:45 AM-10:15 AM

10:15 AM-11:30 AM

11:30 AM-12:30 PM

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2:00 PM-2:30 PM