Autism: Teaching to the Spectrum Trainer: Jan Inman, United4Children With more and more children diagnosed with autism, it is important to know strategies to support these children. This session will identify key challenges that children face with autism while providing teaching strategies to promote social engagement, communication development, and relationships.

This training is for MISSOURI PROGRAMS ONLY. You must register online for this training. Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am (2.0 hours) Cost: FREE Centerpoint Medical Center 19600 East 39th Street, Independence, MO 64057

 

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On the second Sunday of each month from 11 am - 1 pm, the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center offers FREE admission to families with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorders.

The Puzzle Pieces program provides opportunities to enjoy family time at the Discovery Center in a safe, understanding environment, allows parents to (more…)

 Toilet Training Made Easy By Bo Youngblood, PhD, Licensed Psychologist

Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Location: 5520 College Blvd. Suite 425, Overland Park, KS 66211 Presenter: Bo Youngblood, PhD, Licensed Psychologist Objectives:

• Parents/caregivers will learn techniques to help facilitate the toilet training process, along with understanding the steps in toilet training children with autism.
• Dr. Youngblood will demonstrate and discuss strategies for families who have been unsuccessful with traditional training methods.

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Spend the evening at the Missouri Mavericks hockey game. Bring money for dinner at McDonald's. We are leaving Antioch Park at 5:00 pm, do not be late. We will go to McDonald's for dinner, please bring money for dinner and then head to the Mavericks game with an anticipated return time to Antioch Park between 9:30 pm to 9:45 pm.

Visit JCPRD for more information and registration