Autism Society of PEI and Partners to Host Public Workshop
Charlottetown, April 8, 2010 – An upcoming free public workshop will focus on ways to use recreational activities to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
The Autism Society of PEI is partnering with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, the UPEI Psychology Department and the Psychological Association of Prince Edward to present a free public workshop featuring Dr. Michael Cameron, Chair of the Behaviour Analysis Department at Simmons College in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Cameron is a leading figure in the field of Autism research.
“We’re very pleased to have someone of Dr. Cameron’s stature leading this workshop,” said Jeff Himelman, President of the Autism Society of PEI. “Increased recreational activities bring many positive benefits for physical and mental well-being and this is especially true for individuals with disabilities. Research shows that acquiring more recreational skills for individuals with disabilities can also lead to extra benefits in the form of reduced barriers to social interaction amongst peers. We’re looking forward to Dr. Cameron sharing his expertise in this area and outline strategies which can be of benefit for families and professionals on Prince Edward Island working towards this goal.”
The workshop will be of interest to individuals and families living with disabilities along with educators, specialists and support staff who work in the field of disabilities as well as students considering careers in the field. The workshop will take place on Saturday, April 10th from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. at the University of Prince Edward Island (KCI Building, Lecture Hall 104). The workshop is open to the public and is being offered free of charge although donations to the Autism Society of Prince Edward Island will be generously accepted.
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For More Information Contact:
Nathalie Walsh
Executive Director, Autism Society of PEI
902.566.4844
Additional Information: For those of you not familiar with the UPEI property. It is recommended that you enter the campus from the Belvedere Avenue entrance. Park in the parking lot closer to the main buildings (the one without a gate). The KC Irving building is the first building on your right as you walk up the pathway. You will see the new residence to your left. And if all else fails, here is a link to a map of UPEI. Workshop building is #17 and you can park in parking lot “B”.
