Jake Reisman, an 18-year-old who communicates through typing, and his communication partner and AT specialist, Julie Sando will give you insights straight from people on the spectrum who don't have reliable speech. Do you know there is so much more inside your child or student, but they get stuck when they try to get the words out? Is your loved one on repeat with verbal loops or motor loops? This talk is for you! Julie's 20+ years in the autism field have been turned upside down (in the best possible way) now that she gets to ask her non-speaking students all the burning questions she had for years. Jake is an invaluable teacher, helping us learn more about what he really wants and how to make it happen! These insights will definitely change your interactions in ways you can't imagine.
June 9-12, 2021
The views expressed in
the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily
reflect those of STAR Institute.
Level: Introductory
Length: 1 hour
Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize when a student is stuck in a loop and how to help them get unstuck
- Identify when communication may be unreliable
- Describe principles that create more purpose-filled movements
Presenters:
With a degree in
Communication, a minor in Psychology, and a certificate in Assistive
Technology, Julie Sando has worked with hundreds (if not thousands) of families
worldwide, since 1998. She broke free from the world of programs and techniques
when her instructors made the program more important than the person. This
shaped every action she takes today. You won't see her trying to make everyone
the same. You will experience freedom, innovation, and an excitement to learn
when you are with her.
Today she uses her extensive training in relationships and communication,
paired with her training from the best experts in the world (thank you autistic
people), to help parents and professionals find their true voices, so they can
best help their kids (and adults) find their true voice. Her purpose is to
remind people how to be human in their interactions with people on the spectrum
or with any disability. And to make sure everyone is heard, valued, respected,
and living their best-reimagined lives.
Jake Reisman (18
years old), a student from San Diego, CA, is a young adult on the autism
spectrum who communicates through spelling. Jake is passionate about his
community. He is always wanting to learn more about history, which stems from
his desire to learn from the past in order to improve the future. He is excited
to help build a spelling community to live and learn.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.