PROVINCIAL NETWORKS OF SPECIALIZED CARE CENTRAL REGION EDUCATION EVENTS

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1 PROVINCIAL NETWORKS OF SPECIALIZED CARE CENTRAL REGION EDUCATION EVENTS Updated October 03, Subject to change. Please ensure you are referring to the most recent calendar as the calendar is updated frequently. All sessions, unless noted, will be webcast! To connect to a live event click live ~ to connect to an archived event click archive For North Network sessions please choose Private the Username is north and Password is network Handouts for all Network Sessions will be posted on the Community Networks Website If you wish to join in any of the videoconference sessions, please contact the site coordinator to see if that site is participating. Pre-registration is essential as all sites are not always able to connect to all sessions don t be disappointed - or call ahead.

2 OCTOBER 2010 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT Making Sure Our Practice Makes a Change: Applied Research in the Real World (10:00 to 12:00) Two Common GI Problems in Persons with Developmental Disabilities: GERD and Constipation Early Recognition and Screening of Alzheimer s Disease in People with Down Syndrome (12:30 to 1:30) Surrey Place Grand Rounds DATE CHANGE 31 2 P age

3 DATE: October 15 th, 2010 Southern Network of Specialized Care Making Sure our Practice Makes a Change: Applied Research in the Real World DESCRIPTION: This session will talk about the importance of evaluating the services and practice that we provide for persons with intellectual disabilities. Examples of applied research will be used to determine if programs have produced the quality of life changes that are expected and if policy changes created positive shifts in the lives of those we support. Challenges and benefits of community-based research will be discussed. PRESENTER(S): Dr. Dorothy Griffiths, PhD, Associate Dean of Social Sciences and Professor in the Department of Child and Youth, Studies and the, Centre for Applied Disability Studies Brock University. REGISTERING LINK: DATE: October 20 th, 2010 Two common GI problems in persons with developmental disabilities: GERD and Constipation 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Theresa Broada REGISTERING LINK: DATE: October 21 st, 2010 Northern Network of Specialized Care Early Recognition & Screening of Alzheimer s Disease in People with Down Syndrome DESCRIPTION: People with Down Syndrome are at higher risk for developing Alzheimer s Disease. However, recognizing the early stages of Alzheimer's disease can be difficult. People with Down syndrome have a wide range of health problems as they age, and some of these may mimic or hide the presence of Alzheimer's disease. Also, the usual tests used for diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease do not take into account intellectual ability, verbal and other communication challenges that may make it more difficult to assess people with Down Syndrome. A practical model will be presented outlining the process of establishing an early baseline of cognitive ability, functional behaviour, and medical conditions, with annual follow-up screenings to evaluate changes in these domains. The benefits of early recognition will be discussed as they relate to planning for the individual s future personal and support needs. PRESENTER(S): Don Salmon, M.A., Psychological Associate, and Dr. Andrew Wilson, M.D., FRCP(C) REGISTERING LINK: 3 P age

4 DATE: October 28 th, 2010 Central Network of Specialized Care / Surrey Place Centre TBD NEW DATE DESCRIPTION: Program focus is Ethics. Description to follow 12:45 pm to 1:45 pm PRESENTER(S): To be announced as they are available. REGISTERING LINK: 4 P age

5 NOVEMBER 2010 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT (11:30 to 1:00) Autism Spectrum Disorder (9:30 to 11:00) Sleep Disorders and Intellectual Disability Effective Strategies for Supporting Individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Adults with Asperger Syndrome: Creative Psychotherapy & Treatment Approach Specific Disabilities & their impact on Sexual Expression (11:30 to 1:00) Down Syndrome with Dual Diagnosis OR (12:30 to 1:30) Surrey Place Grand Rounds 5 P age

6 DATE: November 04 th, 2010 Autism Spectrum Disorder 11:30 am to 1:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Theresa Broada REGISTERING LINK: DATE: November 10 th, 2010 Southern Network of Specialized Care Effective Strategies for Supporting Individuals with FASD DESCRIPTION: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) affects at least 1 in every 100 live births. Individuals impacted by FASD often do not respond to typical behavioural support strategies, leaving the individual affected feeling like a failure and the service provider feeling burned out. In this session, basic practices and a variety of specific strategies thought to be effective are presented. This information is based on FASD research and resources available, to date, and is ideal for front line service providers, managers and/or caregivers. Nancy has co-authored a research paper on Effective Practices for People with FASD in She has also been a member of the FASD Stakeholders of Ontario (now called the FASD ONE network) for the past three years PRESENTER(S): Nancy Hall, Facilitator REGISTERING LINK: DATE: November 15 th, 2010 Northern Network of Specialized Care Sleep Disorders and Intellectual Disability 9:30 am to 11:30 am PRESENTER(S): Dr. Colin Shapiro, BSc, FRCPC, MBBS, PhD Dr. Andrew Wilson, MD FRCP(C) Stephen White, M.A., C. Psych. Associate REGISTERING LINK: 6 P age

7 DATE: November 19 th, 2010 Southern Network of Specialized Care Adults with Asperger Syndrome: Creative Psychotherapy & Treatment Approach DESCRIPTION: Few professionals have worked extensively with adults with Asperger Syndrome. Dale Munro is an exception. Based on his recent paper published in a U.S. journal, Dale will focus on effective psychotherapy and other clinical approaches which can greatly improve the lives of this needy, often forgotten, and underserved population. PRESENTER(S): J. Dale Munro, MSW, RSW, FAAIDD, Regional Support Associates REGISTERING LINK: DATE: November 23 rd, 2010 Northern Network of Specialized Care Specific Disabilities and Their Impact on Sexual Expression DESCRIPTION: Researchers are increasingly examining specific diagnoses and syndromes, largely because particular conditions may predispose individuals to unique developmental patterns, behaviours, strengths, or weaknesses. Individuals with developmental disabilities are also more likely to experience physical and medical challenges that interfere with their sexual experience and reproduction. These challenges may be specific to particular types of disabilities or may affect individuals with developmental disabilities as a whole. For example some individuals may display inappropriate sexual behaviour and run into legal difficulties due to inappropriate or offending behaviour, but their behaviour is actually a result of their particular diagnosis. Esteem issues also become relevant when addressing specific disabilities that affect one s secondary sexual characteristics and some disabilities may cause an individual s body to look different from their peers, thus influencing their experience of sexuality education programs. These types of specific sexuality issues will be highlighted in this presentation, focusing on genetic diagnoses such as Down Syndrome, and acquired disabilities such as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD); recommendations for optimal support and sex education will be provided PRESENTER(S): Shelly L. Watson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Laurentian University REGISTERING LINK: DATE: November 25 th, 2010 Central Network of Specialized Care / Surrey Place Centre TBD DESCRIPTION: Program focus is School Support Program. Description to follow 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm PRESENTER(S): To be announced as they are available. REGISTERING LINK: 7 P age

8 DATE: November 25 th, 2010 Down Syndrome with Dual Diagnosis 11:30 am to 1:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Theresa Broada REGISTERING LINK: 8 P age

9 DECEMBER 2010 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT Social Opportunities for People with ID: Issues related to consent and intimacy (11:30 to 1:00) Supportive Housing Genetic Syndromes in Developmental Disabilities (12:30 to 1:30) Surrey Place Grand Rounds P age

10 DATE: December 07 th, 2010 Northern Network of Specialized Care Social Opportunities for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Issues Related to Consent and Intimacy DESCRIPTION: Fostering and enhancing social relationships can impact quality of life. This presentation will help direct support staff and agencies to examine the issues and increase their knowledge related to a person s ability to give consent to various levels of intimacy. There are varying degrees of individual ability to give consent. On a daily basis staff encounter situations where the individuals they support are making choices within their relationships that involve potential issues of consent. Recommendations will be discussed for agency policy development, training of staff, support for people, and the need for involvement of additional services. PRESENTER(S): Angie Nethercott, M.A. (Senior Behaviour Therapist); Don Salmon, M.A., (Psychological Associate) REGISTERING LINK: DATE: December 09 th, 2010 Supportive Housing 11:30am to 1:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Community Care Access Centre Case Manger REGISTERING LINK: DATE: December 10 th, 2010 Southern Network of Specialized Care Genetic Syndromes in Developmental Disabilities DESCRIPTION: This presentation will provide an overview of key concepts and advances in genetics with application in the field of developmental disabilities. Some of Description the most frequently seen and important syndromes will be discussed Corrected including management principles PRESENTER(S): Dr, Kerry Boyd, MD, FRCP(C) Chief Clinical Officer Bethesda REGISTERING LINK: 10 P age

11 DATE: December 16 th, 2010 Central Network of Specialized Care / Surrey Place Centre TBD DESCRIPTION: Program focus is Autism Treatment Team. Description to follow 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm PRESENTER(S): To be announced as they are available. REGISTERING LINK: 11 P age

12 JANUARY 2011 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT part/1day event 9:00 to 12:00 (part 1) 1:00 to 4:00 (part 2) Psychotropic Medications and Dual Diagnosis Self-Injurious Behaviour in Developmental Disabilities P age

13 DATE: January 19 th, 2011 Psychotropic Medications and Dual Diagnosis 9:00 am to 12:00 noon PRESENTER(S): Brenda Moore REGISTERING LINK: PLEASE NOTE FULL DAY EVENT OFFERED IN TWO PARTS ON THE SAME DAY DATE: January 19 th, 2011 Psychotropic Medications and Dual Diagnosis 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Brenda Moore REGISTERING LINK: DATE: January 21 st, 2011 Southern Network of Specialized Care Self-Injurious Behaviour in Developmental Disabilities DESCRIPTION: This session will include discussion of some of the research literature, some theoretical models and provide some strategies that can be used to develop support and safety plans for individuals who engage in self-injurious behaviour. PRESENTER(S): Dr. Alan Lawrence, Ph,D, C Psych REGISTERING LINK: 13 P age

14 FEBRUARY 2011 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT Part I ~ Dual Diagnosis and the Law Couples Therapy for Individuals with a Developmental Disability P age

15 DATE: February 01 st, 2011 PART I ~ Dual Diagnosis and the Law PRESENTER(S): Dr. Jessica Jones REGISTERING LINK: To follow DATE: February 14 th, 2011 Southern Network of Specialized Care Couples Therapy for People with Intellectual Disabilities DESCRIPTION: Teenagers and adults with intellectual disabilities often want to live together, or dream about marriage and having children. This session (aimed towards professionals and families) looks at issues related to couples, counseling, dealing with extended families, and key ethical issues. Relevant history and research on this topic will be discussed. Attention will be on the Positive Support Couple Therapy model. PRESENTER(S): J. Dale Munro, MSW, RSW, FAAIDD, Regional Support Associates REGISTERING LINK: To follow 15 P age

16 MARCH 2011 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT Part 2 ~ Dual Diagnosis and the Law (11:30 to 1:00) Issues of Financial and Physical Abuse of Elderly Disabled Persons (11:30 to 1:00) Fragile X Syndrome Developmental Disabilities and the Criminal Justice System 16 P age

17 DATE: March 01 st, 2011 PART II ~ Dual Diagnosis and the Law PRESENTER(S): Dr. Jessica Jones REGISTERING LINK: To follow DATE: March 11 th, 2011 Issues of Financial and Physical Abuse of Elderly Disabled Person 11:30 am to 1:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Manon Thompson REGISTERING LINK: To follow DATE: March 24 th, 2011 Fragile X Syndrome 11:30 am to 1:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Theresa Broda REGISTERING LINK: To follow DATE: March 25 th, 2011 Southern Network of Specialized Care Developmental Disabilities and the Criminal Justice System DESCRIPTION: This workshop will highlight the work of the Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Managers who work collaboratively throughout Ontario. Discussion around providing justice services to special needs offenders will include court support, diversion orders, intervention when dealing with the legal system and facilitating appropriate clinical supports. The presenters will also speak to the creation of the manual, Understanding the Offender with a Dual Diagnosis. PRESENTER(S): Jen Procop, BA and Anna Marie Dodge, BSW Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Managers, Regional Support Associates: Troy Huisman Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Manager, Bethesda REGISTERING LINK: To follow 17 P age

18 APRIL 2011 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT Mental Health Issues and Youth in Transition 18 P age

19 DATE: April 26 th, 2011 Mental Health Issues and Youth in Transition 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PRESENTER(S): Dr. Jessica Jones REGISTERING LINK: To follow 19 P age