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ADA-Indiana Webinar
Assistive Listening Systems… where are they required?
How do they work? What are my options? These are some of the questions posed by facility operators and designers. On October 4th, the ADA National Network and the U.S. Access Board are answering these questions, and more. Assistive Listening Systems
Free Webinar
Thursday, October 4th
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. EASTERN
It's free, but REGISTRATION is required to participate in the webinar. This session will review the requirements for assistive listening systems (ALS) in the 2010 ADA Standards and the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards. A detailed review of the various types of assistive listening systems and their suitability for different types of facilities will also be provided. Click to register.
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New Publication Supports Early Diagnosis of Children on Autism Spectrum
A new publication developed by Indiana University centers and the Indiana State Department of Health encourages parents to have their young children evaluated if they suspect autism and provides guidance for professional evaluations.
The free brochure, “Roadmap to Services: When You Are Concerned Your Young Child May Have an Autism Disorder,” includes information on the early signs of autism in the areas of communication, social skills and restrictive or repetitive interests, along with steps for obtaining a diagnosis and where to find services and support. The publication is one of a number of materials being developed with help from an Act Early grant awarded to Indiana and other states by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The grant focuses on reducing the average age of diagnosis of children with autism as well as gaining earlier access to intervention services. The Indiana Resource Center for Autism and Riley Child Development Center at Indiana University and other stakeholders partnered with the State Department of Health to develop the materials. The CDC released new figures in 2012 indicating that the prevalence rate of autism spectrum disorders in the U.S. had climbed to 1 in 88 children. The estimated rate is 1 in 54 among boys and 1 in 252 among girls. In Indiana, based on 2011 census and child count data collected by the Indiana Department of Education, Office of Special Education, the prevalence rate is now approximately 1 in 83 in Indiana schools. The new Act Early brochure, designed in sunny colors and early childhood imagery, answers the question many families ask: “What if I’m told to wait to see if he/she outgrows it?” The information will empower families to take steps to help their child now. A Spanish version will also be available. The brochure is available free of charge to any individual or organization in Indiana concerned with the development of young children. For more information, contact Cathy Pratt, Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism, at (812) 855-6508 or by e-mail at prattc@indiana.edu. Click for a printer-friendly online version of the brochure.
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IUB Disability Roundtable
It's about that time again - Fall is in the air, which means it’s time to start up the monthly IUB Disability Roundtable Meetings for the 2012-2013 school year! The meetings will occur on the second Tuesday of each month during both Fall and Spring semesters. If you are unfamiliar with the IUB Disability Roundtable, it would be well worth a glimpse at the website to see if you would be interested in joining our group. The IUB Disability Roundtable is at its best when a wide array of individuals are represented and present so whether you are IU Faculty, Staff, Professional Staff, Students or an interested Community Member, we welcome you joining our group! The first meeting will be on Tuesday, October 9th, 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Building L.
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Fifth Annual Buddy Walk
Sunday, October 7th, the Down Syndrome Family Connection will host its 5th annual Buddy Walk at Bryan Park in Bloomington. The fun begins for the whole family at 1:30 p.m. with live music by the Bloomington Brass Quintet and Kid Kazooey. There will also be an outdoor carnival, a bouncy house, and more. Registration opens at 1:30 p.m. with the walk beginning at 3 p.m. Free snacks and drinks will be available and people are invited to set up their chairs and blankets for the outdoor concert. To make a donation, click here.
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Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility Annual Awards Ceremony
On October 29, the Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility (CCA) will host an awards ceremony recognizing individuals and groups in Bloomington who make the community a better place for people with disabilities. Mayor Mark Kruzan will present the Mayor's Award, and additional awards will be presented by the Council to individuals and businesses that have shown a strong dedication to the mission of the CCA.
The program, which is open to the public, will include light desserts, live music, a keynote address, and the awards presentation. President and CEO of Bosma Enterprises, Lou Moneymaker, will present the keynote address. Moneymaker and Bosma Enterprises are attempting to greatly reduce the 74 percent unemployment rate among Hoosiers who are blind or visually impaired.
Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility Annual Awards Ceremony
October 29
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
St. Mark's United Methodist Church
100 N. State Road 46
Bloomington
Those planning to attend or needing accessibility accommodations should RSVP to Craig Brenner by Oct. 23 by calling (812) 349-3471 or e-mailing brennerc@bloomington.in.gov.
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New Items
The following new materials may be borrowed by Indiana residents from the Center for Disability Information and Referral at the Institute. To check out materials, contact the library at 1-800-437-7924, send e-mail to cedir@indiana.edu, visit us at 2853 East Tenth Street in Bloomington.
Payne, T., Stolarek, A., Hslung, A., Barrow, W., Rudy, C. A., Fanlight Productions, & Icarus Films. (2010). Love limits [DVD]. Brooklyn, NY: Icarus Films. (Call Number: 19.L6) Perednik, R. (2011). The selective mutism treatment guide: Manuals for parents, teachers, and therapists; still waters run deep. Jerusalem: Oaklands. (Call Number: 40.5.P4) Rapp, W. H., & Arndt, K. L. (2012). Teaching everyone: An introduction to inclusive education. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Pub. Co. (Call Number: 31.R37)
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