In the interest of continuing to provide strong advocacy skills training, parent and child mentoring, encouragement,   
and resources for families in the Barrow and surrounding counties, we have placed below some local and nearby topics
     and seminars for your interest and  convenience.  
Georgia Asperger's Organization

We are currently recruiting volunteers to establish our Board of Directors Panel
and help obtain our 501c Non Profit status.  


  
1-23-2010, 9:00 am  - 11:30 am
"Sifting through your Parental Rights" Learn basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality,
notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE),
Location: Russell Middle School, 84 W. Midland Ave, Winder GA 30680
                                                                                                                                                                                      

1-12-2010, 9:00 am   - 1:00 pm
Making It Count" Interactive workshop discusses the IEP process and how to write meaningful goals that helps your children
reach their full potential. Contact: Candice Lange Phone: 678-714-9447,
Location: Duncan Creek Elementary School, 4500 Braselton Hwy 124, Hoschton GA
                                                                                                                                                                                      

3/1 – 3/31/10    
OPEN ENROLLMENT Spring 2010 T.A.P. Group
This is a dynamic opportunity for our teenagers to develop their social, communication, & life skills
in a fun & friendly environment with trained “Facilitators”
                                                                                                                                                                                      

3-19-10 6:00 – 8:00pm
"Staying True to Your PATHs" Guest Speaker: Stacey Ramirez, Presented by: Barrow-Jackson County Navigator Team meeting;
Location:  1st United Methodist Church, 290 N. Broad St, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                      

4-1-10 7 - 8:30 pm        
Spring 2010 TAP Group
This six week group meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday evening of the month while parent’s attend the B.A.S.S.
(Barrow Asperger's Syndrome Support) Group just next door.
Call 770-307-0672 for more information.                         
                                                                                                                                                                                      

4/10/10 Saturday 9 am - 1 pm
"Making It Count –How to Create Measurable IEP Goals"
Presented by P2P;
Hosted by BJCNT
Where: Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr.
316 N. Broad St, Winder, 3rd floor,
This interactive workshop discusses the IEP process and how to write meaningful goals
that help your child reach his/her full potential.
                                                                                                                                                                                      

5/1/10 9 am -1 pm
"Barrow County Family Academy" Presented by: Barrow County Board of Education
Where: Apalachee High School, 940 Haymon Morris Rd, Winder  
Learn more about various teen, youth, and family topics such as educational support,
accessing community resources & services, training, and helpful workshops
                                                                                                                                                                                      

5/6/10 7 - 9 pm
"Sifting Through Your Parental Rights" Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location:Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680
Learn basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents,
free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and
dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.   
                                                                                                                                                                                      

6-3-10                
"Georgia Medicaid Basics & Home & Community-Based Services"
Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680.  
Find out about Medicaid services, the new NOW and COMP waivers and
how to be an effective advocate for your child in the healthcare system.
                                                                                                                                                                                      

7-15-10              
"Georgia Medicaid Basics & CMO's"  Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680.  
Understand Medicaid services provided under care management organizations and how to be
an effective advocate for your child in the health care system.
                                                                                                                                                                                      

8-5-10              
Guest Speaker will discuss the benefits & supports of O/T, Cheryl Boop is a pediatric occupational therapist
at ARMC in Athens and a graduate of Brenau University in Gainesville, GA,
where she obtained a combined Bachelor and Master of Science in
Occupational Therapy. She has provided services within the school system, early intervention and outpatient therapy.
She serves as vice president of the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association and is a member of the
American Occupational Therapy Association.
                                                                                                                                                                                      

8-19-10   
I Can Do That  A/T Understand the basic components of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
This course will explain how to make a referral, what to expect from an evaluation, and how to prepare for an individualized
education program (IEP) meeting.
                                                                                                                                                                                      

9-16-10 & 9-18-10            
Making It Count Pt I & II  (A Parent to Parent of GA workshop)
Focusing on a Vision and Strengths to Get to Measurable Goals. This interactive workshop discusses the
IEP process and how to write meaningful goals that help your child reach his/her full potential.
Door prizes available
                                                                                                                                                                                      
11-8-10              
BJCNT meeting 6-7 pm, 316 N. Broad St. 3rd floor, Rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                      
11-9-10              
Asperger Syndrome for the Special Education World
Dr. Liane Holliday Willey, a  author, editor, and self-advocate is one of the most sought after speakers on Asperger’s Syndrome
(AS).  Her story has been highlighted in The USA Today, ABC News, and dozens of other media.
                                                                                                                                                                                     
11-10 & 11-11
Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
James Emmett, M.S. National leader in development of employment services for persons with autism spectrum disorders as well
as in assisting corporations in creation of outreach efforts to the disability and autism communities. He is an individual with a
disability and a parent of three daughters with disabilities
                                                                                                                                                                                        11-13-10
A Purpose Filled Life, 9 am - 4pm        (for more information)
Supporting Individuals with ASD Beyond Adolescence. Hosted by ASA-Greater Georgia Atlanta Hilton Northeast, Norcross, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                       
11-18-10              
Special Guest Speakers discuss: “Employment Options for People with Disabilities”
Mr. Crandell has developed and directed community employment programs for 20 years, providing customized and evidence-
based employment practices for people with disabilities and their employers.  
                                                                                                                                                                                       
12-1-10              
OPEN ENROLLMENT Winter 2011 T.A.P. Group
This is a dynamic opportunity for our teenagers to develop their social, communication, & life skills
in a fun & friendly environment with trained “Facilitators”
                                                                                                                                                                                        
12-16-10              
Third Annual Christmas Celebration & Christmas Tree Ornament Gift Exchange
Time: 7pm - 9pm, 316 N. Broad, Winder, GA,  Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 3rd floor  
Georgia Asperger's Organization

Winter TAP
Group 2011
begins
1/6/2011 -
3/17/2011

Reserve your
space NOW!!!

Limited space
available

Application

Returning members

2011 Schedule

          

Disability EXPO

Saturday
February 26, 2011
8:00 to 1:00 pm
Athens
Classic Center
                  

7th Annual
ASA-GGC Annual
Autism/Asperger
Conference
Tues & Wed
March 22-23, 2011
          

Georgia Asperger's Organization

We are currently recruiting volunteers to establish our Board of Directors Panel
and help obtain our 501c Non Profit status.  



1-23-2010, 9:00 am  - 11:30 am
"Sifting through your Parental Rights" Learn basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality,
notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE),
Location: Russell Middle School, 84 W. Midland Ave, Winder GA 30680
                                                                                                                                                                                    

1-12-2010, 9:00 am   - 1:00 pm
Making It Count" Interactive workshop discusses the IEP process and how to write meaningful goals that helps your children
reach their full potential. Contact: Candice Lange Phone: 678-714-9447,
Location: Duncan Creek Elementary School, 4500 Braselton Hwy 124, Hoschton GA
                                                                                                                                                                                    

3/1 – 3/31/10    
OPEN ENROLLMENT Spring 2010 T.A.P. Group
This is a dynamic opportunity for our teenagers to develop their social, communication, & life skills
in a fun & friendly environment with trained “Facilitators”
                                                                                                                                                                                    

3-19-10 6:00 – 8:00pm
"Staying True to Your PATHs" Guest Speaker: Stacey Ramirez, Presented by: Barrow-Jackson County Navigator Team meeting;
Location:  1st United Methodist Church, 290 N. Broad St, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                    

4-1-10 7 - 8:30 pm        
Spring 2010 TAP Group
This six week group meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday evening of the month while parent’s attend the B.A.S.S.
(Barrow Asperger's Syndrome Support) Group just next door.
Call 770-307-0672 for more information.                         
                                                                                                                                                                                    

4/10/10 Saturday 9 am - 1 pm
"Making It Count –How to Create Measurable IEP Goals"
Presented by P2P;
Hosted by BJCNT
Where: Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr.
316 N. Broad St, Winder, 3rd floor,
This interactive workshop discusses the IEP process and how to write meaningful goals
that help your child reach his/her full potential.
                                                                                                                                                                                    

5/1/10 9 am -1 pm
"Barrow County Family Academy" Presented by: Barrow County Board of Education
Where: Apalachee High School, 940 Haymon Morris Rd, Winder  
Learn more about various teen, youth, and family topics such as educational support,
accessing community resources & services, training, and helpful workshops
                                                                                                                                                                                    

5/6/10 7 - 9 pm
"Sifting Through Your Parental Rights" Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location:Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680
Learn basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents,
free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and
dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.   
                                                                                                                                                                                    

6-3-10                
"Georgia Medicaid Basics & Home & Community-Based Services"
Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680.  
Find out about Medicaid services, the new NOW and COMP waivers and
how to be an effective advocate for your child in the healthcare system.
                                                                                                                                                                                    

7-15-10              
"Georgia Medicaid Basics & CMO's"  Presented by P2P; Hosted by Georgia Asperger's Organization
Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 316 N. Broad St, 3rd floor, Confr. rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA 30680.  
Understand Medicaid services provided under care management organizations and how to be
an effective advocate for your child in the health care system.
                                                                                                                                                                                    

8-5-10              
Guest Speaker will discuss the benefits & supports of O/T, Cheryl Boop is a pediatric occupational therapist
at ARMC in Athens and a graduate of Brenau University in Gainesville, GA,
where she obtained a combined Bachelor and Master of Science in
Occupational Therapy. She has provided services within the school system, early intervention and outpatient therapy.
She serves as vice president of the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association and is a member of the
American Occupational Therapy Association.
                                                                                                                                                                                    

8-19-10   
I Can Do That  A/T Understand the basic components of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
This course will explain how to make a referral, what to expect from an evaluation, and how to prepare for an individualized
education program (IEP) meeting.
                                                                                                                                                                                    

9-16-10 & 9-18-10            
Making It Count Pt I & II  (A Parent to Parent of GA workshop)
Focusing on a Vision and Strengths to Get to Measurable Goals. This interactive workshop discusses the
IEP process and how to write meaningful goals that help your child reach his/her full potential.
Door prizes available
                                                                                                                                                                                    
11-8-10              
BJCNT meeting 6-7 pm, 316 N. Broad St. 3rd floor, Rm 1 & 2, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                    
11-9-10              
Asperger Syndrome for the Special Education World
Dr. Liane Holliday Willey, a  author, editor, and self-advocate is one of the most sought after speakers on Asperger’s Syndrome
(AS).  Her story has been highlighted in The USA Today, ABC News, and dozens of other media.
                                                                                                                                                                                   
11-10 & 11-11
Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
James Emmett, M.S. National leader in development of employment services for persons with autism spectrum disorders as well
as in assisting corporations in creation of outreach efforts to the disability and autism communities. He is an individual with a
disability and a parent of three daughters with disabilities
                                                                                                                                                                                      
11-13-10
A Purpose Filled Life, 9 am - 4pm        (for more information)
Supporting Individuals with ASD Beyond Adolescence. Hosted by ASA-Greater Georgia Atlanta Hilton Northeast, Norcross, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                     
11-18-10              
Special Guest Speakers discuss: “Employment Options for People with Disabilities”
Mr. Crandell has developed and directed community employment programs for 20 years, providing customized and evidence-
based employment practices for people with disabilities and their employers.  
                                                                                                                                                                                     
12-1-10              
OPEN ENROLLMENT Winter 2011 T.A.P. Group
This is a dynamic opportunity for our teenagers to develop their social, communication, & life skills
in a fun & friendly environment with trained “Facilitators”
                                                                                                                                                                                      
12-16-10              
Third Annual Christmas Celebration & Christmas Tree Ornament Gift Exchange
Time: 7pm - 9pm, 316 N. Broad, Winder, GA,  Barrow Regional Medical Ctr., 3rd floor  
Georgia Asperger's Organization       
2010  Calendar Events