Thursday, April 22, 2010
6:00pm to 7:30 pm, Barber National Institute Forum.
M. Eileen McNamara, MD, will address the regular
meeting of the Erie County Chapter of the National Alliance
of Mental Illness; free and open to the public.
Information at (814) 456 – 1773 or info@NAMIErie.org.
info@NAMIErie.org..
Friday, April 23, 2010
9:00 am - Noon (Morning Session)
Noon - 2:00pm (Optional Lunch and School Fitness Program)
Join Eric Chessen, MS, YCS, founder of Autism Fitness,
as he discusses the importance of physical activity
for individuals with Autism. Chessen began as a fitness
trainer, received his Masters in General Psychology, and
is certified in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). His methods
help improve balance, compliance, coordination, and help
reduce self-stimulating behaviors. His interactive
presentation includes exercises and tips to help those
with Autism to live a healthier, more active life. This
is a must-see program for all educators, physical and
occupational therapists, fitness professionals, and parents.
An optional lunch and afternoon session will be held
immediately following. "School-Based Fitness—How to
be successful" will feature faculty and therapists
from the Barber National Institute. Program is free,
however, registration is required.
For information or registration, call 480-6831, or
click here.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
10:00 am The
Barber National Institute is a supporting sponsor of
the 9th Annual Walk for Autism
held at Presque Isle State Park. Join the
over 1,000 participants on the
two-mile scenic walk. A lunch of hotdogs, chips and
drinks is included. There will be inflatable bouncers
(weather permitting), face painting, and a themed-basket
auction. Recreation events sponsored by the Autism
Society of Northwestern Pennsylvania. For more
information and to register,
please visit
http://www.nwpa-asa.org/.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
2:00 pm at the Tullio Arena.
Cheer on Erie’s indoor football team and learn more about
autism from professionals at the Barber National Institute.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Barber National
Institute Forum.
This free presentation will feature
Dr. M. Eileen McNamara, psychiatrist and neurologist,
offering the most current information about medication
for individuals on the Autism Spectrum.