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    2013 Gala Videos

    View the videos that were showcased at the 2013 Michigan Shines for Autism Gala!   Governor Rick Snyder:   Detroit Redwing Niklas Kronwall:   AAoM’s Safety Initiative:

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    Thank You Sponsors!

    The Autism Alliance of Michigan wishes to thank the sponsors of the 2013 Michigan Shines for Autism Gala!  

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    Thomas Event Information

    A welcoming experience for families with autism…   The Henry Ford in conjunction with the Autism Alliance of Michigan and their Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST) initiative, offer the opportunity for families to come and experience an activity where staff members are trained in autism recognition, communication, and response.     The Day Out With Thomas Narratives: ===> Click Here to view more information about the Day Out With Thomas event    

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    AAoM Educational Workshops

    AAoM in collaboration with Michigan State University, Shiawassee CMH, and Western Michigan University will be providing 2 Educational Workshops in Evidence-Based Practice Diagnostics and Treatments for Autism. Presentations include Master’s Level and PhD level Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA’s) and Professionals diagnosing and treating Autism based on ABA principles.   Lansing, Michigan Workshop May 7-8, 2013 LEARN MORE >>       Traverse City, Michigan Workshop May 13-14, 2013 LEARN MORE >>

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    Autism Awareness Month

    Click on the link below to listen to Dr. Colleen Allen’s interview from 4/8/13 morning with Lori Moore from WKZO in Kalamazoo regarding Autism Awareness Month!     Dr. Colleen Allen Interview  

Insurance Reform

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Coverage of Autism Services Bulletin

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ABA Training Now Available

Receive a Discounted Rate through AAoM!! The Autism Alliance of Michigan is pleased to have partnered with the College of Applied Human Services for the provision of effective, accessible and affordable Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practitioner training programs. Discounts are available for the following courses: ABA Fundamentals Course:  Discount code – 4jwuy This will give people a tuition cost of $190 instead of $200 ABA Associates Program: Discount code – czg2x This will give people a tuition cost of $785 instead of the $800. LEARN MORE>> Download the College of Applied Human Services Informational Flyer

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It’s the Law!

Having access to the Michigan autism insurance benefit is now the LAW! Many parents are having issues accessing their autism insurance benefit. This may include having trouble getting into an approved diagnostic agency, finding approved providers, etc. There is a process to follow through each insurance agency for escalating your concern. This information is provided on the home page of the AAOM Collaborative Insurance Portal. More help can also be found at: Parents for Michigan Autism Insurance on Facebook

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AAoM Collaborative Insurance Portal

Please check out our new AAoM Collaborative Insurance portal. This site is designed as a centralized portal to share information about the status and impact of the autism insurance legislation in Michigan. This includes information for parents, providers, insurers, employers, and universities. It also has a calendar and upcoming workshops for parents and employers, and information about the workshop held on May 14-15, 2012. This is an evolving site and we will continue adding information as it is created and updated. We are also awaiting input from groups of stakeholders to update some of the pages. Check out the site for additional information and provide any input to stacie.rulison@aaomi.org.

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Insurance Workshops

If you would like more information about Insurance Workshops, contact Stacie Rulison.

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Insurance Workshop – FollowUp

The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Michigan Lt. Governor Brian Calley and the Behavior Analysis Association of Michigan hosted a workshop focusing on preparing for the autism insurance benefit. A lot of valuable information was shared and there is still more to come! Autism Insurance Conference – Follow Up Information Conference Survey Information We would like to be sure that all conference attendees submitted a survey that critiqued the conference. Thank you if you already completed a survey. That information will be beneficial in helping AAOM put together subsequent meetings and conferences. If you have not completed a survey and you did attend the conference either ONSITE or ONLINE, please fill out the following survey(s)….

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GPS Information

PERSONAL TRACKING DEVICE Locating and Tracking Individuals with Autism Location and Tracking Devices: tracking devices and items to identify the individual as having a disability can be obtained to aid law enforcement and the public in interacting with an individual with autism and locating families. AAOM has investigated a number of options, and below is information on Global Positioning Systems (GPS) devices. Global Positioning Devices (GPS) Overview Tracking options are very important for people with autism who wander. According to an article by GPS Tech Review in July 2012 (http://www.gpstechreview.com/), and contributions in an interview with Lori McIlwain, executive director of the National Autism Association (NAA), wandering has come to the forefront as an issue,…

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AAoM Emergency Contact Card

Download and print the AAoM Emergency Contact Card.   This card should be completed and kept at the family’s residence, with their transportation, at their school, at the local police and fire departments.  A photo should also be attached to the contact card.

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Meet Anthony Ianni

AAoM Anti-Bullying Public Awareness Advocate AAOM feels so fortunate to have Anthony on board…and he is already making an impact on the autism community in Michigan. Anthony was diagnosed with autism at 4 years old while living in Ohio. At that time his parents were told by medical specialists and professionals that he would never be successful academically, that he would likely not graduate from high school much less go to college, and most likely would live in a group home in the future—and that being an athlete was out of the question. HE PROVED THEM WRONG! Anthony’s family relocated to mid-Michigan when he was a young child where he graduated from Okemos High School….

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Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST)

Over 2,500 law enforcement, fire/rescue/EMS, community members, educators, family members, and others coming into contact with individuals with autism have been trained through the Michigan Autism Safety Training initiative.   Trainings continue to be scheduled on a regular basis for 2012 and 2013.  If you are interested in a safety training or to find out more about the program, contact Sgt. Scott Schuelke at scott.schuelke@aaomi.org.   MAST Training Overview Download AAOM Michigan Autism Safety Training Completed: Clinton County Victim’s Assistance Unit Dewitt Fire Authority Dewitt Township Fire Ingham County Sheriff Department Lansing Police Department Lansing Schools Public Safety Department Macomb County Sheriff Department Michigan Chief’s of Police Michigan Sheriff’s Association Michigan State Police Michigan Transportation Pupils…

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Autism Safety Training

One of the primary initiatives for the Autism Alliance of Michigan is to conduct statewide autism safety training throughout Michigan. In February 2012, over 400 law enforcement, fire/rescue/EMS, educators, community members, and families were trained across Michigan. A simultaneous on-site and interactive web-based conference was held—and it was extremely successful. This need is so vital to families and central to educating the general population about autism, recognizing and communicating with individuals with autism, and diffusing potentially dangerous situations. This is information that will be beneficial for resolving many situations individuals with autism may inadvertently fall into. AAoM has contracted with Sgt. Scott Schuelke, a retired police sergeant from the Lansing, MI Police Department and autism…

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The Henry Ford

The Autism Alliance of Michigan and The Henry Ford Collaborate for Families with Autism! The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAOM) is pleased to partner with The Henry Ford (THF) in Dearborn, MI. Discussions around this collaboration started in the summer of 2012, and are coming to life! AAOM is working with THF to put supports in place to assure an autism-friendly experience for families and their loved ones year round at all of their unique venues. This also includes designating specific events where families with autism can come together and enjoy the wonderful activities available at The Henry Ford.   Some of the coming supports include: Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST) for key THF Employees…