We are proud to announce the topics, speakers and dates for UNYFEAT's Monthly Speaker Series and Informational Meetings beginning in October 2009. With some exceptions, meetings will continue to be held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the AMSA Boardroom at the Al Sigl Center on Elmwood Avenue. Reservations should be made in advance by calling (585) 248-9011, or by email at contact@unyfeat.org.
Oct. 6th - All You Ever Wanted to Know About the OMRDD and The Access of Services
Presenter: Kathy Dillon, OMRDD
Nov. 3rd - Autism and Homeopathy: Finding the Underlying Cause
Presenter: Sally Williams, Healing Arts Homeopathy
Dec. 1st - Preschool Education and Autism
Presenter: Jill Delveckio
Jan. 5th - Special Education Law
Presenter: Joyce Berkowitz, Special Education Advocate
Feb. 2nd - Understanding Test and Measurements
Presenter: Roger Nellis, The Advocacy Center
March 2nd - IEP Diploma vs. GED Diploma
Presenter: Julie Buick and Melissa Parrish
from The Advocacy Center
March 23rd - UNYFEAT Program Fair
April 6th - "Someone You Love Has Autism" Understanding an
Autism Diagnosis and UNYFEAT Support Opportunities
May 4th - Financial Strategies for Special Needs Families and
Extended Family Members