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(DARNN)Dayton Area Resource Network Newsletter

Thank You for visiting our DARN web site.  For more information, you can
refer to our other DARN website at

http://darngroup.tripod.com/

At Church by Kettering Government Center
Contact Audrey for directions.

DARN's Purpose

The group was formed to meet the needs of families who children have been
diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome (AS) or other High Functioning forms of
Autism (HFA). DARN functions basically as a local support group whose
members represent a diverse mix of economic status, cultures & religions.
Collectively, our members hold a wealth of knowledge. Each of us holds a
piece of the puzzle that another person just might need. Collectively, we
can mend lives fragmented by Asperger Syndrome. Together we can make the
journey a little more manageable.

Our Mission Statement

We will lend a listening ear and an empathetic heart.
We will support and uplift each other as we do our part.
To educate each other, our communities, doctors and our schools, too,
That our children are able, they just need the right tools. - Audrey Schilb

Goals

We are primarily a local support group. Our goals are to accept differently
abled individuals & their families while providing a supportive, positive,
empathic & understanding atmosphere in which an exchange of ideas, concerns,
methods, resources, community education & developing community programs can
occur. We will get through this together! We are currently achieving our
goals by the following means:

* A Local Support Group
* Newsletters
* Multi Media Resource List
* Suggested Research Material
* Web Site Addresses
* Medical Resources Ideas
* Seminar Information
* Children¹s Books pertaining to A.S.
* Parenting Books for A.S.
* Individual Education Plan (IEP) Ideas
* Behavior Management Ideas
* Community Awareness Programs
* D.A.R.N. Web Page

DARN LIABILITY STATEMENT
The DARN web site and newsletters are not intended to be comprehensive list or statement of all potential or available options either locally, nationally or internationally. DARN assumes no responsibility for the use made of any information provided by the DARN web site or newsletters. Inclusion or exclusion of a resource or information contained within the DARN web site and newsletters should not be construed as an endorsement, recommendation, or condemnation of specific treatments, therapy options, service providers, presentations, seminars, symposiums, websites, and organizations. These resources and options are provided just as potential resources and as a means of acquiring information for self edification. You, as an information consumer, are ultimately responsible for further investigating these options and alternatives by consulting with a trusted and experienced professional to determine and establish the best course of action and treatment for an individual who has or may have Autism Spectrum Disorder which includes Asperger Syndrome. Individuals should seek and receive services, treatment, and therapy only from a qualified medical professional. As always, if you are uncomfortable with a doctor or treatment, seek a second opinion.