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Welcome to new members.

Upcoming events were mentioned.

Family Cafe Conference at the Disney Colorado Springs Resort in Orlando

June 13-15, 2008

Autism Cruises hosted by the Autism Society of Greater Orlando (ASGO)

June 21-28, 2008

Autism Society of America is hosting their annual conference this year at the Gaylord Palms
Resort in Orlando.

July9-12, 2008

F.A.C.T-Father of Autism Coalition Team has been started by the Autism Help Network.

Two organizations are offering spectrum families grants to help pay for interventions.

*United Health Care Foundation at http://www.uhccf.org/

*National Autism Association at http://www.nationalautismassociation.org/helpinghand.php

Nicole mentioned the gluten-free, casein-free cooking class offered by one of our members,
Penny Rogers. It is held once a month at Family Fundamentals and the charge is $5 to assist with
the cost of ingredients.

The ADAPS support group meets once a month at Family Fundamentals and is not disability
specific.

CARD, the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities was mentioned for those seeking support
with school issues, behavioral concerns and other challenges.

Nicole stated that the ESE Advisory Meetings have begun again and that Assistant Super
Intendent, Nancy Woolcock, who hosts these sessions, is encouraging parents to get involved to
help with public school concerns. The next meeting is slated for August.

~Member introductions~

Guardianship was discussed. We learned that once a child turns 18, parents must apply for
guardianship so that their child(ren) are taken care of in the event of the parents' death.

The ASGO (Autism Society of Greater Orlando) is having a walk on May 24 in Orlando.

Lynn has started an autism social hour in Winter Haven. They are meeting the last Tuesday of
the month from 6:30-7:30 at Hope Lutheran Church. All ages are welcome.

Lynn also discussed starting a private school in our area for spectrum kids, as many parents
cannot find the right fit in the present public school system.

One of our members mentioned an inclusion class where her son is now attending. The class
consists of 1 regular ed teacher, 1 special ed teacher and two paras. There are only 15 kids in the
class and it also provides OT support for these students. It is the only class of its kind presently
in the county.

Please consult our website for more information at www.peacelakeland.com.

The next PEACE meeting will be on June 3rd at 6 p.m. See you there!