Training and Support for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Autism (Portland)

Columbia Regional Program, in coordination with partnering school districts, will offer “Training and Support for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Autism” on Saturday mornings from 10 am to 12 pm, October through May.

Each meeting in the parent series will focus on a different topic such as “Intro to Autism”, “Behavior”, and “Improving Communication”.  The information shared is intended to be useful to parents and caregivers with children of all ages and ability levels.  Our monthly Saturday meetings are led by licensed ASD Specialists to provide parents and caregivers with an opportunity to connect and to learn about strategies and resources.

Coffee and refreshments are provided.  Childcare for children ages 2-12 will be available.  Requests for childcare must be indicated when registering for this event.

Dates and topics are listed below:

• September 24:Introduction to Autism for Parents
• October 8:Starting the year out right! Making the most of your holidays.
• November 19:Supporting your Child's Communication
• December 10:Positive Behavior Strategies
• January 21:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)
• January 28:Introduction to Autism for Parents
• February 11:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)
• March 11:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)
• March 18:Introduction to Autism for Parents
• April 8:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)
• May 13:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)
• June 3:Topic to be announced (based on parent request and input)

Location:  Columbia Regional Program at Wilcox, 833 NE 74^th Ave, Portland, OR 97213

Registration:  crporegon.org

Please forward this email or print the attached flyer and distribute to parents/caregivers you would like to have attend these events.  All participants must be registered online to attend, and each event requires a separate registration.

Persons with disabilities or who are in need of additional accommodations or a language interpreter in order to attend or participate in an event or program at Columbia Regional Program should contact Darthea Park at 503-916-5570 ext. 78377, dpark@pps.net