PRESENTS
ACROSS THE SPECTRUM
THE THIRD ANNUAL AUTISM CONFERENCE FOR PROFESSIONALS AND FAMILIES
NOVEMBER 3, 2011
Special Guest back by popular demand: Eustacia Cutler
Speakers: Ricki Robinson, M.D., M.P.H. and Sue Rubin, Nonverbal Woman with Autism and Self-advocate
“I stopped going to autism conferences years ago because they told me
the same thing every time. But yours had emotion coupled with specific,
helpful and NEW information. Thank you!”
-Judy Mark, parent
Vista Del Mar Campus 3200 Motor Avenue • Los Angeles CA 90034 •
www.vistadelmar.org
8:00 a.m. " Registration
8:30 a.m. " 3:30 p.m. " Conference
Lunch will be included • C.E.U. credits available
$100-Professionals $85-General $50-Students and Seniors
($10 discount if registration received by 10-7-11 for Professionals and General Admission Only)
Regional Center Funding Available WRC # PW5788
Guest Speakers
Ricki Robinson, M.D., M.P.H. is
Co-Director of Descanso Medical Center for Development and Learning in
La Canada, California. A nationally sought-after expert, she has
appeared on the Today Show, Larry King Live and Good Morning America
Health in support of the needs of children and families with Autism
Spectrum Disorders. She is the author of Autism Solutions " How to
Create a Healthy and Meaningful Life for Your Child.
Sue Rubin, Self-Advocate. Ms. Rubin was considered “low
functioning and mentally retarded” before acquiring an effective commu
nication system. She now holds an academic scholarship at Whittier
College. Sue is a dedicated advocate, a facilitated communication
consultant, and the recipient of numerous awards. She lives off-campus,
with support, and enjoys an active social life.
Eustacia Cutler, Vista Del Mar welcomes back by popular demand,
mother of Temple Grandin portrayed by Julia Ormond in the Emmy Award
Winning film ‘Temple Grandin.’ She will speak on ‘Autism in the Family:
Who is Your Child and Who Are You?”
For more information, please call
310-836-1223 ext 322 or visit our website at
vistadelmar.org/conference
