Parent workshops by AANE

The Asperger’s Association of New England has openings for several parent workshops taking place in upcoming weeks. All events take place at AANE’s offices at 85 Main Street, Watertown [map, directions].

The AANE advises that registration with payment is required one week before each workshop. Please register as soon as possible; AANE reserves the right to cancel a workshop if the minimum enrollment is not met by the registration deadline. The AANE has brochures containing full workshop descriptions and registration information. If you have any questions about these events, please call the AANE at 617-393-3824.

Advocating for Your Child with AS in Public Schools
Date: Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am
Cost: $35
For parents of all school-age children, this workshop is designed to help empower parents as advocates for their children in the IEP process.

Understanding Asperger Syndrome: Interventions and Strategies for Parents
Date: Monday, November 12, 2007
Time: 7 - 9:30 pm.
Cost: $35
Designed for families of newly diagnosed children, this workshop offers “first-step” help for parents as they begin their journey as parents of a child with AS.

Parenting the Secondary School Child with Asperger Syndrome: Effective Responses to Challenging Behaviors
Date: Four-week course — Tuesday, November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2007
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Cost: $150 for AANE members/$185 for non-members
This four-session course will provide practical ideas on how to manage some of the more challenging behaviors that secondary (middle and high school) children exhibit both at home and at school.