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Fall 2008 Community Outreach Events
The Thoughtful House Community Outreach Series is a program committed to providing services and support for the autism community. Workshops are free of charge and open to anyone who would like to attend, but we do request that you register in advance as space is limited. Please call (512) 732-8400 or email perrin.s@thoughtfulhouse.org to register.
Wednesday, September 24, 12:00 1:00 pm
The CARD Curriculum and ABA in Autism Treatment
Presenters: Erica Worcester, MA and Dr. Melissa Olive, PhD BCBA, CARD
Join us for an overview of the CARD Curriculum and learn the importance of an ABA program for children with autism.
Wednesday, October 8, 12:00 1:00 pm
Nutritional Intervention
Presenter: Kirsten Bell, RD, Nutrition Clinic at Thoughtful House
Kirsten discusses the fundamentals of dietary and nutritional intervention in autism and related disorders.
Wednesday, October 15, 5:30 7:00 pm
Thoughtful House/CARD Open House
Join us for an Open House and meet the clinicians and researchers of Thoughtful House and CARD.
Friday, October 31, 3:30 5:00 pm
Third Annual Thoughtful House/CARD Halloween Party
Join us for a very special Halloween celebration in a friendly environment. Treats for those on restricted diets, great costumes and fun activities all fit the bill for our third annual celebration this year will be bigger and better than ever.
Wednesday, November 19, 12:00 1:00 pm
Evidence-Based Treatments
Presenters: Dr. Melissa Olive, PhD BCBA, Dr. Bryan Jepson and Dr. Andrew Wakefield
Drs. Olive, Jepson and Wakefield discuss what treatments are evidence-based, the importance of understanding the medical evidence for treatment, and what should be done about it from both a parents and a community perspective.
Thursday, December 18, 3:30 5:00 pm
Third Annual Thoughtful House/CARD Holiday Party
Jolly old St. Nicholas joins us once more for great photo opportunities, special treats and a dash of holiday cheer. Please join the fun and help us deck the halls with boughs of holly.
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