Down Syndrome Advocacy Foundation Meeting

May 17, 2007 at 7:00pm

Marriott Courtyard, Ronkonkoma


 Using Applied Behavior Analysis Methodologies to
address the Needs of Children with Down Syndrome

Presented by:

JoAnn Scanlon Fiesel, MS BCBA
Director of Behavioral Services

Marion K. Salomon and Associates and

Dr. Kathleen Feeley,
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Assistant Professor, Long Island University

 

Strategies utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies have long been established as effective ways to teach children with developmental disabilities. This presentation will provide information and strategies for using applied behavior analysis to address a variety of skills in children with Down syndrome including:

  • speech and language skills
  • cognitive skills
  • academic skills
  • social skills
  • fine and gross motor skills


So that we can accommodate a large group, please call 516- 983-7008
or E-mail: dsaf2@optonline.net if you plan on attending.


******Upcoming Events & Meetings******

June 21st:
  
No Meeting
July 19th:
  
Anne Marie Montijo, LCSW - Bullying
July 26th:
  
New Parent Meeting
August 16th:
  
Robin Roach – Co-Author of Gifts: Mothers Reflect on How Children with Down Syndrome Enrich Their Lives – Gifts, Advocacy and Internet Resources
September 20th:
  
To be announced
October 18th:
  
Steve Brett/Merrill Lynch – Financial Planning for the Special Needs Child
October 27th:
  
1st Long Island Buddy Walk For Down Syndrome (See enclosed brochure)


Directions to Courtyard Marriott :
5000 Express Drive South , Ronkonkoma , NY 11779 ~ (631) 612-5000

From the East : West on LIE to exit 60, take Ramp (Right) onto Expressway Drive North . Turn Left (South) onto Hawkins Avenue , then immediately turn LEFT (East) onto Expressway Drive South .

From the West : East on LIE to exit 60, take Ramp (Right) onto Expressway Drive South .

Note: Most meetings will be held the third Thursday of each month (except for the month of December).
Individuals who would like to join DSAF will be asked to pay a nominal membership fee.

 

Call Cathy Hoffman at 516-983-7008 for additional information