October 2011

Wed. October 12: Becoming an Effective Advocate. 7:30 PM at the CACLD Office, 25 Van Zant Street, Norwalk CT 06855. A series of 10 weekly workshops for parents and community based agency professionals seeking to develop or improve their educational advocacy skills. Starts Tuesday October 4, 2011. Sponsored by CACLD, check www.cacld.org for more info. The Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities is a regional, non-profit organization that supports individuals, families, and professionals by providing information, education, and consultation while promoting public awareness and understanding.

Mon. October 17: ADHD Awareness Week Program. 6:45 PM at Norwalk City Hall, Norwalk CT. KEVIN KALIKOW, MD., will discuss his latest book Kids on Meds and offer up-to date information about the most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD. Dr. Kalikow is also the author of Your Child in the Balance - An Insider's Guide for Parents to the Psychiatric Medicine Dilemma. This program is free but registration would be appreciated to ensure enough seating and books. email us with your name, the number of people attending and let us know if you wish to reserve a book. Sponsored by CACLD, check www.cacld.org for more info. The Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities is a regional, non-profit organization that supports individuals, families, and professionals by providing information, education, and consultation while promoting public awareness and understanding.

Tues. October 25: Autism Parents Club CT. Meets last LAST TUESDAY of the month at 7:30 PM at John's Best Restaurant, 1 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897 Parents with children on the Autism Spectrum in Fairfield County, CT. Join us for a great evening out and meet other parents with children on the Autism Spectrum (Autism, PDD-NOS, Aspergers, Atypical Autism). Our network is a great way for Moms & Dads to share stories, learn about area resources and events, discover different interventions and learn to advocate for your child from some very experienced parents. For more info contact Patti Sylvia at (203) 761-0248, or email at pattisylvia@aol.com.

Sat. October 29: CACLD's 41st Annual Conference on "Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficits Through the Lifespan". at the Stamford Marriott. Keynote speaker is Dr. Robert Brooks, a psychologist on the faculty of Harvard Medical School. The conference will also feature workshops, exhibits and a giant bookstore. Check www.cacld.org for more information.

NOVEMBER 2011

Sat. November 12: CT Down Syndrome Conress Annual Convention. New Location this year - the convention will be held in Westbrook, CT at Water's Edge. Keynote this year will be Dr. Brian Skotko. www.ctdownsyndrome.org.