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  • One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers in Kansas City Area

    Kauffman Foundation Conference Center 4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Join the University of Missouri Thompson Center, in collaboration with Children's Mercy, for a One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers of individuals with autism on Wednesday, April 5, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Experts will present two strands of training sessions for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Fee: $40, lunch provided KeynoteContinue reading "One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers in Kansas City Area"

  • Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) Advanced/Research Workshop

    Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

    The ADI-R is a comprehensive parent interview that provides an assessment of individuals suspected of having autism spectrum disorders. It is important that you read the manual and have observed ADI-R’s so you are prepared to administer and code the entire ADI-R. As part of the workshop you will watch a demonstration of the ADI-R,Continue reading "Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) Advanced/Research Workshop"

    $2750

  • Power Up to Awareness Powerlifting Showcase

    Bur Oak Brewing Company 8250 Trade Center Drive, Columbia, MO

    Local powerlifters take on World Autism Month with a powerlifting showcase hosted by Elite Athletic Performance to raise autism awareness in the Columbia community.

    $5

  • Arts for Autism with Kathleen Madigan + Lewis Black

    Missouri Theatre 203 S 9th St, Columbia, MO, United States

    Join us for a blockbuster double-headliner comedy show right here in mid-Missouri! Kathleen Madigan and Lewis Black will take the stage of the Missouri Theatre on April 17, 2017, at 7 p.m. for a special fundraiser supporting the Thompson Foundation for Autism. Tickets on sale at Ticketmaster 10 a.m. Dec. 16.

  • Safety Day

    Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

    Family fun event about safety. Visit each superhero stop. Explore emergency vehicles. Prizes, fun and more! Questions? 573.882.7610 or burtonca@health.missouri.edu

    Free

  • Sibling Support Event

    Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

    A special program just for brothers and sisters who have a sibling with special needs! For ages 5 and older. Fee is $5/child, or $3 each for multiple siblings in one family. Fun Activities: Arts, crafts, games, pizza Peer support: Sharing stories, concerns, joys, challenges, and insight Register to reserve your space:  573.884.1619 or trainings@missouri.edu

    $5

  • Thompson Center Research and Training Facility Grand Opening

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    Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

    SAVE THE DATE Thompson Center Research and Training Facility Grand Opening includes: Building tours Research and training presentations Ask the Experts Showcase Kids activities

  • One-Day Caregiver Conference

    Join the University of Missouri Thompson Center for a One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers of individuals with autism on September 20 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m in St. Louis. Experts will present two strands of training sessions for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Lunch will be provided. Keynote Presentation: Sensory vs. Behavior StrandContinue reading "One-Day Caregiver Conference"

    $40

  • 12th Annual Autism Conference

    Doubletree St. Louis-Chesterfield 16625 Swingley Ridge Road, Chesterfield, MO

    Join us for our 12th annual Autism Conference in 2017! Keynote speakers Wendy Chung, Research Director for the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative, and James McPartland, Director of the Yale University Developmental Disabilities Clinic, will be joined by autism experts in health professions, research, education and behavior analysis for two days of professional education onContinue reading "12th Annual Autism Conference"

  • Creative Expression on the Spectrum

    Join us for an afternoon of art, music, crafts, creativity and FUN! This is an amazing, FREE opportunity for the entire family to stretch their creative muscles in the name of art! At the event you can: -Create musical instruments with provided recycled materials -Paint and decorate old instruments -Paint music-themed pictures on canvas andContinue reading "Creative Expression on the Spectrum"

  • Heroes Among Us

    Hilton St. Louis Frontenac 1335 S Lindbergh Boulevard, Frontenac, MO, United States

    The Thompson Foundation is excited to introduce to you a fresh new theme, Heroes Among Us, at our 11th Annual Dinner Gala & Auction. The evening includes live and silent auctions, a wine pull, appearances from select St. Louis Blues Alumni players and managers, along with other local celebrities. Our Honorary Co-Chairs, former St. LouisContinue reading "Heroes Among Us"

  • ADOS-2 Clinical Training

    Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

    This is an introductory workshop with instructional methods that include lectures, videos, demonstrations of administration and scoring, and discussions. This workshop is designed for researchers and clinicians with prior background in autism spectrum disorders and formal testing such as speech- language pathologists, physicians, psychologists, and occupational therapists. This workshop serves as a prerequisite for more thorough trainingContinue reading "ADOS-2 Clinical Training"

    $500