| Welcome to our Western New York Autism Community Website |
Friends of Autistic Services Inc., is a community website for friends, families and all Western New York residents who are connected to the world of autism. We’ve recently expanded our site to include resources for parents who are looking for inexpensive yet effective ways of adapting the home environment for a child with autism. We’ve also added a community spotlight where we’ll feature members of our growing Asperger’s Group. Along with podcasts and autism related news and events, this site is an excellent resource for anyone in the Greater Buffalo Area who is seeking to become more engaged with the Autism Community in Western New York. To know more about Autistic Services and our program services please visit our Agency Website at www.autisticservices.org |
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| Autism Art Arrives at Partners in Art this Saturday, January 10th |
If you're looking for something different to do this weekend, then here it is. Autistic Services and Partners in Art are teaming up to bring you some art from the hand of autism. The Opening Reception is this Saturday, January 10th from 11am to 1pm. And we're bringing our musical group No Words Spoken with us to perform at Noon.
The exhibit will run from January 3rd until January 31st, 2009.
Partners in Art is located at 74 Webster St in North Tonawanda. |
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| Autistic Services goes to the Albright |
The Albright-Knox Education Wing is scheduled to feature work from students in ASI’s Education
department. The exhibit opens Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 and will remain on display until Sunday May 31st, 2009. |
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| Autism Art will take the walls at Artspace Buffalo Gallery |
Autistic Services, inc. announces another addition to its 2009 Travelling Art Exhibition schedule. Artspace Buffalo Gallery will be opening its doors to Autistic Services on the last week of August 2009 to showcase work done by individuals with Autism.
Artspace Buffalo Lofts opened in July of 2007 to provide affordable housing and work space for artists and their families. The Gallery also offers 9000 square feet of commercial space for arts organizations and arts-related businesses.
The Opening Reception for the ASI Art Exhibition is scheduled for Saturday, August 22 nd from 6-9:00pm. The Exhibition will remain open on Saturdays through September 12 th. |
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| Mary Poppins to Make a Pop Appearance in Buffalo |
It's a name you haven't heard in some time, but she's on her way and scheduled to make a stop in Western New York in the Summer of '09. We're talking about Mary Poppins. Word is, Mary Poppins is making her pop appearance at Depew High School and she's bringing the folks at Autistic Services with her. That's all we're going to say for now, but check back often to get more details about this exciting event. |
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| No Words Spoken returns to Impact Artists' Gallery |
On Saturday, February 21 st, 2009 No Words Spoken will perform and ASI will exhibit art work at the Fine Art Healing and Health Exhibition
2009, Impact Artists’ Gallery, #545
Tri-Main
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2495 Main St.
, Buffalo.
The event starts at 1:00 pm. Veronica Federiconi, Autistic Services' Executive Director, will give a brief introduction at
1:30pm followed by a performance by No Words Spoken. |
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| Asperger's/High Functioning Autism Group |
Do you or someone you know have the characteristics of Asperger's or High-Functioning Autism? Join us the third Thursday of each month.
Contact Veronica Federiconi at 631-5777 ext 318 or email veronica@autisticservices.org for more information. |
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Lending Library Hours: Upcoming
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Upcoming Library Hours
You can schedule an appointment for a weekday visit!
Upcoming Saturday Hours
Parent Resource Library Open Hours:
August 2008
Friday August 1 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday August 5 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Friday August 8 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday August 12 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Friday August 15 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday August 19 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Friday August 22 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday August 26 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Friday August 29 8:30 am – 4:30 pm |
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Body Sox
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Body Sox: It may just be that only those in the "sensory integration therapy world" know about the awesome benefits of these lycra sensory delights. They are pretty strange looking, but very therapeutic!
The see-through lycra/spandex "body sock" is a movement, proprioceptive, tactile, and deep pressure experience like no other. Perhaps you are wondering what to do with this "odd" looking thing. Oh, that's easy... just climb in, zip it up, and watch your body make shapes you never thought possible (among other uses).
Because Body Sox are see-through (and breathable by the way), you can have the child do a variety of things with the Body Sox. Besides being FUN, Body Sox sparks creativity and imagination while providing therapeutic benefits.
Body Sox will help children with sensory processing disorders to work on "position in space" skills. They must kinesthetically feel what their bodies are doing and how they are coordinating their body movements. Watching themselves in a mirror, or creating shadows, will help them develop this proprioceptive sense, which is often dysfunctional in children with sensory integration dysfunction / sensory processing disorders .
The unique proprioceptive and tactile input children (or adults) experience with the Body Sox is unparalleled! Any child with sensory processing disorders / sensory integration dysfunction can benefit!
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Autism Spectrum Disorders : Complete Guidebook by Chantal Sicile-Kira
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Winner of the 2005 Autism Society of America's Outstanding Literary Work of the Year Award
Based on nearly two decades of Chantal Sicile-Kira's personal and professional experiences with individuals and families affected by this growing epidemic, Autism Spectrum Disorders explains all aspects of the condition, including: The causes of Autism Spectrum Disorders. How to properly diagnose ASDs. The different categories of Autism. Why people with ASDs act the way they do. Treatments based on behavioral, physiological, and biomedical interventions. Coping strategies and practical tips for families. Educational needs and programs. Community interaction. Teaching strategies and resources for educators and other professionals.
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comprehensive and accessible sourcebook is available NOW IN OUR LENDING LIBRARY. CALL 631-5777 FOR LIBRARY VISITATION HOURS. |
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Asperger Syndrome and Sensory Issues By Dr. Brenda Smith Myles
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This book uncovers the puzzling behaviour by children and youths with
Asperger Syndrome (AS) that have a sensory base and, therefore, are
often difficult to pinpoint and interpret. Written in a very
reader-friendly style, the book covers the impact of the sensory system
on behaviour, reviews formal and informal assessment tools and offers
an invaluable set of practical interventions that can be used by
parents and educators alike to help promote success for children and
youths with AS. The "sensory gang"- a set of clever icons used
throughout the book- helps the reader navigate between the senses.
This helpful book is also available in Autistic Services' Lending Library. Call us at 716-631-5777 for visitation hours. |
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