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Ed Arranga wrote:

13 years 48 weeks ago

Let me extend to you my personal welcome to our AutismOne Social Network. AutismOne is now the “one-stop-shopping center” for information about autism. We have the annual conference in Chicago, AutismOne radio, the Elizabeth Birt Center for Autism Law and Advocacy, the AutismOne Social Network and the AutismOne Store.  

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The Impact of Chasing Inspiration: Individuals of all ages with ASD

By: jackiemarquette

11 years 36 weeks ago

There are many venues to explore where one can pursue inspiration for the purposes of contributing to the world, and making a life of well-being.

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Five Simple Steps to Designing Effective Employment for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

By: jackiemarquette

11 years 41 weeks ago

When considering how to better equip individuals with autism spectrum disorders to attain and maintain employment, I discovered it is not mainly requirements in learning the job task, memorizing social skill scripts, giving eye contact, or attainment of independent-living skills that matter most.

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Compassion Extended to Many Victims: Newtown, Connecticut

By: jackiemarquette

11 years 48 weeks ago

There are many victims as the result of the unexplainable tragic violence toward the children and teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School by Adam Lanza.

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Member Since December 19, 2010

About Me

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Name

Jackie M. Marquette Ph.D

Location

About Me

Relationship Status:

Married

Hometown:

Louisville

Education:

Ph.D in Educational Leadership

School:

University of Louisville

Occupation:

Autism Specialist and Educational Consultant

A Little About Me:

I am a proud parent of a 33 year old son with autism. His name is Trent. I have worked for over 25 years as an educator teaching in special education and as a consultant in transition to employment and full community living. I have a Ph.D. from University of Louisville, and degrees and certifications in behavioral disorders and special education. Please read how my philosophy evolved. Here is a link on my website http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?p=225
Scroll down to ‘THE JOURNEY with My Son‘.

Why I am a Part of the AutismOne Community:

We have attended Autism One every year from its beginning. We discovered when Trent was 23 years old that he had a real interest and talent in painting. We have exhibited Trent's art every year at Autism One Conference in Chicago.

What I am Here For:

The last 10 years I gained first hand knowledge in adult and community living struggling to establish resources for my son Trent who has autism. With all the effort, he successfully lives in his own house with a roommate, employed at a retail store, and self-employed as an award winning artist. Through study findings by others as well as my own research, I discovered insights and developed new tools that when applied have helped many young adults reach higher resiliency and capability levels. I am here to share my blog.

Autism Help / Accomplishments:

In private practice, I use the new tools I designed to help individuals with autism and their families during transition to adulthood.

I publish in scholarly journals. I am a regular contributor to these two magazines: Autism File and Lime Magazine as well as a freelance writer to other in magazines. I have written two books, Becoming Remarkably Able http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?page_id=21
And Independence Bound at
http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?page_id=25read:
chapters in books, and a blog read: http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?cat=5 My research interests are social issues and disability, community inclusion, and enhancing emotional stability in youth with autism and related disabilities. To see additional research interests go to http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?page_id=102

Here is the link to my web site blog.
http://independencebound.com/wordpress/?cat=5