Wednesday, March 19, 2008

New parent support group focuses on autism and sensory processing issues

Parents Helen Lazcano and Theresa Sharp are developing a support group for family members and caregivers touched by Autism Spectrum Disorders (including Asperger Syndrome, Rhett's Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and other Pervasive Developmental Disorders), Sensory Processing Disorders and ADHD.

It will be by parents- for parents and have focus on parentings sharing ideas and supporting each other. Detailed brochures are available for interested parents or parents can contact Theresa or Helen directly to learn more.
Theresa Sharp - 977-7479
Helen Lazcano - 370-5081

The first meeting is scheduled for April 17th at Christ United Methodist Church (2418 W. Randolph, Enid). Activities will be available for children 5-12 while the parent group is meeting and childcare for younger children will be provided on request.

Theresa and Helen will appear on Community Talk the week of April 2-9th. Tune in to learn more!

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