Syndrome Disorders: What Are They and What Do I Do?

Description

Children with syndromes present significant challenges including communication disorders, hearing loss, motor disabilities and cognitive disorders. This workshop will identify key characteristics, hereditary patterns, identifying features, assessment and treatment options. Syndromes to be covered include: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Rett, Fragile X, Williams, Angelman, Prader-Willli, Tourette, Fetal Alcohol, Down adn Usher syndromes.

Location Decatur Public Library
130 N. Franklin St.
Decatur, IL 62523
Date 3/27/2015 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sponsor Child and Family Connections #19
Trainer Gail Richards, Ph. D., CCC-SLP
Contact Tammy Robinson (217) 853-2904 trobinson@mcmhb.com
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 6.0 - Atypical Development
Cost $20.00 Payable to Macon County Mental Health Board
Status Closed