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Fall Symposium Slated - Understanding the Autism Spectrum
Parent Services Center, Inc. is pleased to announce a fall symposium, "Understanding the Autism Spectrum," on Saturday, October 25, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon.  The symposium will be held in Room 401 in the Robert R. Muntz Library on the Campus of the University of Texas at Tyler.  Early registration prior to October 16th is just $10.  Professional CEU's are also available.  The symposium will highlight the role of various disciplines in the understanding, assessment and treatment of disorders within the Autism Spectrum. Parents, clinicians, teachers and all of those who care for children will gain an increased understanding of this pervasive developmental disorder and resources in the East Texas area.  Jana Sisk, LCSW, Executive Director of Parent Services Center, will serve as moderator.  Featured panelists include Wilson Renfroe, Psy.D.; Ray Scardina, MD, FAPA; Suzanne Herman, M.Ed. CCC/SLP; LeAnn Cargile, OTR,SIPT Certified; Patricia Hadley, Physical Therapist, C-SIPT; and Donna Mullinnix, TISD Coordinator. (You may print out this page, complete the form below and send the form to PSC with payment to register.)
Autism Support Group
An Autism Support Group for parents of Autistic children meets every first Monday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. (new time begins with the September 8 meeting) at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 4900 Kinsey Drive, Tyler, Texas.  The support group is sponsored by the ARC of Smith County and Parent Services Center. For information or to register, call 903-595-2235.  Childcare is provided.
New Location
Parent Services Center is now located at 4411 Old Bullard Road, Suite 602.  We are across the road from the mall next to Haverty's furniture.  You will find us there Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  If you want to reach us by mail our mailing address is P.O. Box 6807, Tyler, Texas 75711-6807.
 Annual Parenting Conference
The Parent Services Center 2009 Parenting Conference has been scheduled.  Click below at Annual Conference for more information.
Our Calendar of Events lists upcoming classes
We have a full slate of classes scheduled for August, September, October, November, December 2008. Click above on Calendar of Events for current calendar details.

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Autism Symposium Registration Form

Name___________________________________________________________________________Home Phone_________

Address_____________________________________________________City_____________________Zip____________

Agency Affiliation_________________________________________________________________Work Phone _________

Please check all that apply:      

I am a... qParent     qGrandparent     qChildcare Provider     qFoster Parent     qTeacher     qSocial Worker     qTherapist     qProfessional Counselor  

 I am a parent/guardian of children ages...  qInfant     qPreschool     qAges 6-12     qAges 13-18

q$10 Registration Fee  for all participants - Will receive Proof of Attendance (Daycare, Foster parents, Parents, Teachers - 3 contact hours)

qAn additional $25 Processing Fee to receive CEU Certificate (Social Workers, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors)

qAn additional $5 late fee if registering after October 16

Please complete and mail to:    Parent Services Center, Inc., P.O. Box 6807, Tyler, TX 75711-6807