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DIGITAL PICTURES WANTED

We are putting together a new video montage of our kids, young and older alike. Submitted pictures will be used for promotional purposes, our website, awareness events etc. At the present time we are compiling a new video montage for awareness events throughout the Province.

If you are interested in submitted some pictures ( preferably jpg format ) please send us an email and we will send you the information you need.

Thanks and we look forward to seeing many new faces and up to date pictures of previous submittals.

Please email your request for information to programs@autismmanitoba.com

Transition Protocol Survey for parents of Adolescent and Adult children

Attention parents of young people with disabilities/special needs:

from Anne Kresta

Inclusive Education and Community Development Specialist

Community Living Manitoba

If you have a son or daughter between the ages of 14 and 24 y, please take a few minutes to complete a short survey on transition planning. The results will contribute to a report on the transitioning to adulthood process in Manitoba, especially in light of a relatively new protocol, Bridging to Adulthood, that was released by Healthy Child in conjunction/partnership with Manitoba Education. I appreciate your help and the resulting report will be made public in the fall/winter of 2010.

http://www.KwikSurveys.com/results-overview.php?surveyID=KNELIG_2fd741f0&mode=4

Lee Goren and Friends Autism Invitational Golf Tournament July 19, 2010

Please support Autism Society Manitoba and all of our families living in Manitoba by participating in the

2010 Lee Goren and Friends Autism Invitational Golf Tournament July 19, 2010

at the beautiful Niakwa Golf and Country Club.

Prizes, cash donations, foursomes and sponsors are all welcome. All prizes, big or small are greatfully accepted. Talk to your co-workers, friends and family, make this your charity event for 2010.Even if you don't have a foursome put together, you will be able to golf.

For more information, please CLICK HERE to go to the Lee Goren Autism Invitational website.

If you require more information, please email or call us.

Thank you for your anticipated support.

Volunteers always needed

Volunteers are always needed.

A great way to become involved with ASM is to volunteer some time at one of our events. We are always looking for parents, grandparents, friends etc. to share your area of expertise ( library tech, artist, photographer, writer, graphic artist, parent of an adult living with ASD) etc. A few hours every year helping with registration at our conferences and workshops, giving us a hand in awareness campaigns, walkathons, movie mornings, parent meetings etc. would be greatly appreciated. Dropping off brochures and posters in your area, school, neighbourhood takes a little time but makes a world of difference in spreading the word about Autism Awareness. You will also have the opportunity to meet other parents and do a little bit of networking, always a good thing.

Another way to show support is to assist us in gathering prizes that are needed for draws, auctions etc. at the various events we hold each year. It gives you the opportunity to help out and once again, raising awareness in the community. Nothing is too small, every little bit helps. We will supply the request letters and you can help with your contacts or neighbourhood businesses.

Some of the current volunteer needs are:

Grandparent to help with a Grandparent Support Group

Help required at upcoming Saturday movie mornings - 9:00am TBA

Telehealth contact in Brandon, Killarney, Russell, St. Pierre, Pine Falls Second Wednesday of each month from 6:15pm- 8:30pm

Someone to drop off informational brochures to schools, daycares, etc. in all areas of Manitoba.

If you would like to help out or need more information, please free to contact us, noting VOLUNTEER in the subject line of your email.

Thanks in advance.

Toll Free Manitoba Phone Number available February 11, 2010

We are pleased to announce that we have a toll free number for you to contact us in Rural and Northern Manitoba.This number is for your use to reach us by phone for any issue you may need assistance with. Referrals to community groups, programs, information or support is now a quick phone call away.

Call 1-888-444-9563

What does the butterfly symbol mean?

The butterfly symbolizes something that is already unique that transforms into something that is more beautiful.

This has parallels with people living with autism.

Where we cannot judge what someone would be like in the future as transformations happen throughout their lives as they mature.

As they blossom from their cocoon, their true colors of what they are surface and show their true beauty.

Autism Society Manitoba