Events Calendar
Each month we offer free community education that is open to any parent, employee, provider, caregiver or interested community member. Topics include a wide range of useful educational information on autism and other developmental disorders.
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Evidence in Autism: Distinguishing Good Research from Bad
Presented by Matthew Siegel, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs for the Developmental Disorders Service Line of Maine Behavioral Healthcare, who addresses these and other questions:
- What does the term “evidence-based” mean?
- What do we have evidence for in autism?
- How can you tell good research from bad?
- Where do I turn for trustworthy information?
Utilizing Functional Communication Strategies
Presented by James Livengood, MS-CCC, SLP
Long-Term Care and Financial Planning
Presented by Katherine Griffin, J.D. and Tami Goldsmith
Transition to Adulthood: Changes in Service Delivery System
Presented by Carissa Cavallaro, LSCW, Julie Claffey, LSW, & Jennifer Fricke, BA, Case Managers at GLCOE
Using Visual Supports
Presented by James Livengood, SLP, at Spring Harbor Hospital and Kristin Reed, SLP at GLCOE, this webinar addresses the following:
- Supporting expressive language (communicating with others)
- Supporting receptive language (understanding)
- Organizing and planning
Autism & Safety Issues: A Guide for Community Members & Families
Presented by Cathy E. Dionne, Executive Director for the Autism Society of Maine, this webinar addresses the following:
- General understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Details characteristics that impact safety
- Safety tips along with learning about wandering
Supporting Growth & Development
An Introduction to Puberty & Sexual Health Related Topics for the ASD/DD Population
Presented by Christine Dub, Ph.D, BCBA Psychologist at GLCOE, this webinar addresses:
- Why it is important to teach sexual health related content to children and teens with ASD
- When to start talking about puberty and sexual health related topics with your child & challenges that might arise in these conversations
- Resources to begin the conversation about sexual health
How to Support Your Child’s Social Skills Development
Presented by Carlie Geiger, M.S. CCC-SLP, who provides an overview of typical social development and awareness topics.
Understanding Behaviors: A Closer Look at Your Child’s Anxiety
Presented by the Center’s clinical director, Kimberly Loika-Smith, LCSW, and outpatient psychologist and board certified behavior analyst, Christine Dub, Ph.D., this webinar focuses on recognizing and managing anxiety in children with autism spectrum disorder, when to seek professional help and what to expect from treatment.
Behavior: Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports
Presented by Lindsay Payeur, Board Certified Behavior Analyst who addresses function of behavior, using effective environmental strategies, and identifying and reinforcing behaviors.
Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Presented Courtney Walter, Ph.D.
Medication Approaches for Emotional and Behavioral Challenges in Autism
Presented Matthew Siegel, MD