From the Trenches: Tools for Parents- How to Guide them to Resources

1. From the Trenches: Tools for Parents- How to Guide them to Resources Rebecca Morin - Maine Primary Care Association Sharon Mitchell – Parent, Professional, Friend September 14, 2012 Freeport, Maine

2. Agenda 1 2 In the Interim Introductions & Context The First 100 Days From the Trenches 1:00 – 1:15 PM 3 4

3. Introductions & Context Becca Family Member & Volunteer Degree in Special Education Children’s Community Case Management Intern Community Support Program Manager – Young Adults Sharon Parent Degree in Criminal Justice Children’s Community Case Manager

4. First 100 days Families whose children have been diagnosed in the last 6 months may request a complimentary hard copy of the 100 Day Kit or the AS/HFA Tool Kit by calling 888-AUTISM2 (888-288-4762) and speaking with an Autism Response Team Coordinator. *Note: We are unable to ship kits internationally. Pgs 17 – 18: 15 Tips for Parents & Families (Coping) Pgs 35 – 36: Assembling Your Team Pg 42 - : Week-by-Week Action Plan Pg 48: 1 pager with ideas for “purposeful play” Pgs 54-56: Service Provider Planner Pg 63: Assessment Tracking Log Pgs 17 – 18: 15 Tips for Parents & Families (Coping) Pgs 35 – 36: Assembling Your Team Pg 42 - : Week-by-Week Action Plan Pg 48: 1 pager with ideas for “purposeful play” Pgs 54-56: Service Provider Planner Pg 63: Assessment Tracking Log

5. In the interim The “referral” has been made.... now what?

6. From the Trenches Be careful what you say we will “never” do. Never was the worst word for my mom to hear. I remember my mom always on the phone. I think she needed to talk to someone, a lot. I know I was a heavy kid, now I’m not saying fat, just heavy. It wasn’t until I was in my 20s that my doctor said something. Just ‘cause I have MR, don’t ignore my other stuff.

7. Q & A Thank you Rebecca Morin - Maine Primary Care Association Sharon Mitchell – Parent, Professional, Friend September 14, 2012 Freeport, Maine