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Chapter Representatives Mary-Minn
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ASO HOSTS PANEL DISCUSSION January 6, 2012 –The Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) is hosting a panel discussion with three adults on the Autism Spectrum. Self-advocates on the Autism Spectrum have a tremendous amount of information to share about what life is like from their unique perspectives and their experiences as Autistic individuals. This event will be an interactive session with the Panelists discussing topics of personal interest, as well as insights about effective self-advocacy, successful employment, navigating social situations and relationships, coping with sensory integration issues, and strategies for handling transitions effectively. The event will be held on Friday, January 20, 2012, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm from at the Hilyard Center, 2580 Hilyard St, Eugene. A suggested donation of $5 is requested. The event is appropriate for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), people who think they may be on the Autism Spectrum, parents, caregivers, agency personnel and educators. Jonathan Chase is a working musician as well as an advocate and professional speaker. He currently serves on the board of the Autism Society of Oregon and is involved with other autism related organizations and causes. Amber Perry is a Chapter Representative for the Autism Society of Oregon in Lane County and a volunteer with KindTree Productions - Autism Rocks. Mary-Minn Sirag has been teaching art and leading activities for the City of Eugene’s Adaptive Recreation program for the past 10 years, as well as helping folks with disabilities live more independently through Full Access Brokerage and Lane Independent Living Alliance. She has also worked with kids on the spectrum and given talks to classrooms and agencies. She is a Chapter Representative for the Autism Society of Oregon in Lane County and President of KindTree Productions - Autism Rocks. The panel will be facilitated by Marci Hammel, an Autism Specialist from the Clackamas School District. Ms. Hammel is on the board of Directors of the Autism Society of Oregon and the Autistic Children’s Activity Program. About Autism Spectrum Disorder: Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S. It is estimated that 1.5 million people in the U.S. are on the Autism Spectrum. The Center for Disease Control states that 1 in 110 people live with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. Oregon has one of the highest rates of Autism in the country. For more information about the Autism Society of Oregon, visit www.oregonautism.com or call 1-888-AUTISM1 or (503)636-1676, e-mail info@oregonautism.com. -END-
The Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) is registered as a federal exempt non-profit organization 501 C 3
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