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Center for Autism and Related Disorders Hosts Autism Seminar for Parents, March 10 in Rochester, New York

By Daphne Plump | Published: February 28, 2012
Rochester

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host “Where Do I Go from Here?” a seminar for parents on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm at the CARD Rochester office located at 6 North Main Street, Suite 110 in Fairport, New York. The seminar is presented by autism expert and behavior analyst Denise Rhine, MS Ed, BCBA. The free seminar is open to the entire community and benefits parents and caregivers of children from 0 to 5 years of age.

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CARD Hosts CARD Virginia School Open House, For Families of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

By Daphne Plump | Published: January 12, 2012
Virginia

CARD will host CARD Virginia School Open House events in the months of February and March for families of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). An Open House will be held on February 9, 14, and 27 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, and on March 8, 14, 20, and 26 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The CARD Virginia School is located at 5400 Shawnee Road, Ste. 208 in Alexandria. Light refreshments will be served and families will have the opportunity to tour the school and meet with managing staff and teachers.

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FOX News Makes CARD Founder Subject of Real American Stories

By Daphne Plump | Published: December 30, 2011
KMPH

FOX News national network has named CARD Founder and Executive Director Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh a “Real American Hero.”

They recently interviewed her for an all-inclusive story on her life, her journey and her mission in helping children with autism. Please watch the news segment with us.

Then, share the link with your friends, family and colleagues.

http://www.realamericanstories.com/putting-the-pieces-together-autism-dr-doreen-granpeesheh-joe-mantegna

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How to Manage Challenging Behaviors

By Daphne Plump | Published: December 29, 2011
Challenging Behaviors

This free presentation is designed for parents and caregivers.

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Arizona Families Offered Free Autism Services

By Daphne Plump | Published: December 15, 2011
Arizona

Families with children from birth to five years of age who are experiencing any sort of challenging behavior and reside in the communities of the Northeast Maricopa region may qualify for a “First Things First” grant that provides free specialized outpatient services.

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Center for Autism and Related Disorders Plans to Open Five New Treatment Centers Across the Country

By Daphne Plump | Published: December 2, 2011
TARZANA

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders is proud to announce the planned opening of five new treatment centers across the country in 2012.
The centers will be located in the following states:

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CARD Opens Virginia School to Maximize the Potential of Students with Autism

By Daphne Plump | Published: November 30, 2011
CARD Virginia

The CARD Virginia School’s mission is to maximize each student’s academic, behavioral and social potential in the least restrictive environment with behaviorally based intervention.
In doing so, CARD Virginia School works to:
• Further the child’s development from academic to self-help through results-oriented teaching
• Support and educate families so that classroom teachings are enhanced and maintained at home
• Work with community agencies to advocate for children and families dealing with challenges of autism
• Conduct and support rigorous scientific research of educational teaching methods and curriculum
CARD Virginia School’s unique school structure offers enrollment of up to 12 students with a one-to-one student-teacher ratio along with structured group activities. The year-round calendar includes approximately 215 days of instruction per year.
For more information about the CARD Virginia School visit: http://virginia.centerforautism.com.

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CARD to Host a Free Montana Autism Conference this November

By Daphne Plump | Published: October 20, 2011

The Center for Autism and Related Disorder announces it will host a CARD Montana Autism Conference on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at the University of Montana. The one-day conference will take place from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm in the University Center Theater, located at 32 Campus Drive in Missoula. The conference is free and designed especially for parents, caregivers, students and practitioners.

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Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh to Speak at the 4th Annual “All Ages & Abilities” Autism/Asperger’s Conference

By Daphne Plump | Published: October 19, 2011

CARD Founder and Executive Director Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh will be a keynote speaker at the 4th Annual “All Ages & Abilities” Autism /Asperger’s Conference in Brooklyn, New York. The conference, hosted by the Autism Conferences of America, will be held November 9-11.

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Special Thanks to All of You for Helping to Make a Difference

By Daphne Plump | Published: October 11, 2011

Send your thanks to Governor Brown:

1. Send a quick email to Governor Brown expressing your gratitude for enacting autism insurance reform. We get you started with the email here:

2. Send thanks to Governor Brown on his Facebook page here and encourage your friends to do so as well.

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