Four U Academy Inc. presents; a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Autism Awareness Month Event April, 18th, 2015 Presented to: Presented by Brent Carmichael – Director Four U Academy Inc. www.fouruacdemy.org Zak Knudsen General Manager 7600 N. 42nd Ave. New Hope, Mn 55427 a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Event Host: Pub 42 7600 N. 42nd Ave. New Hope, Mn 55427 Date: April 18th, 2015 Location: Pub 42 – New Hope, Minnesota Time: a taste of Autism 3pm – 8pm Band: Music 8pm -12am Other Participants: Community Consumers, Loyal Patrons and Autism Supporters Businesses participation: Serving the Autism Community. Autism Awareness Month a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Program Description a “taste” of AUTISM Will spotlight Pub 42 and a select menu of “unique” culinary samples for the community to taste. Pub 42 and Four U Academy Inc. has become partners in the Autism Community to provide individuals, families and communities affected by autism assisted technology and sensory integration units at no cost. Autism Awareness Month a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Community Consumers Community Consumers Will be invited to join the Autism Community at Pub 42 to “taste” the culinary treats produced by Pub 42 staff. Each consumer will be asked to provide a $10 donation to “Team up” for Technology. Participating patrons will have a chance to win door prizes and special discounts (drinks) for the event. Autism Awareness Month a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Business Community Business Community Pub 42 will solicit the local business community to participate in “a taste” of Autism expo ,by providing products and/or merchandise for use by the Autism community. Each participating business will be asked to provide a $50 table fee. Business can distribute coupons, special discounts and/ or informational flyers marketing their business products/merchandise.. Autism Awareness Month a “taste” of Autism “Special Foods for Special People” Entertainment Entertainment Can be organized by having a Blues Band (Light it up Blues” for Autism) or an Open Mic (Poetry) presentation on the struggles of Autism. To expand the entertainment we could spotlight the Autism programs in the Minnesota area during the open mic spotlight. During the night have contest challenging each organization to compete for prizes. “Team up” for Technology AUTISM ALERT DECAL Up dated Version COMING SOON! Local Kids “ Helping save lives in our community.” Local Families Local Police, Fire & EMS Emergency responders Home or Vehicle What is “Team up” for Technology ? TEAM UP 4 TECHNOLOGY has been developed to assist individuals, families and emergency personnel living, loving and/or working with all those affected by autism at home, school or during an emergency. By providing assisted technology and sensory integration units we can help keep individuals on the Autism Spectrum. By receiving UPDATED technology those on the spectrum will have tools to effectively communicate their educational and social needs. b-Calm Audio Units help those with sensory challenges. Designed for children, teens and adults with Autism, ADHD, or other disabilities. Many organizations such as: schools, daycares, social service agencies, day care facilities, clinics, medical offices, dental offices use our systems to provide a calm and stable environment. iPads are a tool for education and I – Pads / Apps Sensory Integration Deep pressure weighted vests and blankets can be highly beneficial to some children with autism. Based on the sensory integration added weight or pressure provides the special needs child with unconscious information from their muscles and joints. communication. Since iPads have customizable options, the iPad can be tailored to the child and his/her specific needs, which make them more attractive educational and social learning device. Four U Academy request a search for families in need of assisted technology at no cost. Autism Alert Decal Home, Car & Community Home Decal Car Decal Upgraded Decal coming soon! Near Home Address Back Drivers Side Decals Free to hundreds of Autism Families (Training for Emergency Personnel) Father hopes decals can protect the autistic, emergency ... _______search _______ Decal alerts first responders to people with autism Decals can be given away to all participants at the “taste” of Autism Event Decals keep Police, Fire & EMS Safe Brent Carmichael Four U Academy Director 940.368.9666 Email: [email protected] www.fouruacademy.org Four U Academy Inc. Director www.fouruacademy.org Brent Carmichael bio Single father raised son on the autism spectrum (24 years). Son (28) presently resides in Lewisville, Texas in a Independent living program. • • • • • • Played professional basketball USA, Philippines and Hong Kong Jersey Retired – Rockford Lightning Played Division I basketball (University of Northern Iowa) High School Hall of Fame –(2 times) College basketball – all conference High School state tournament record holder- (11 steals in a game) Three Rivers conference “Coach of the Year” Spiritual Foundation Special Olympics volunteer Fellowship of Christian Athletes • • • • • • • Bachelors of Liberal ArtsUniversity of Northern Iowa • • • • • • • • Basketball Coach • Dallas Lutheran -Dallas • Coram Deo – F. Mound, Texas • Peet Jr. High – Iowa • Riverdale High – Illinois • United Township – Illinois • Glenview Middle – Illinois • Quad City Basketball Academy Community Service Over 2000 hours volunteering Summer Park Director Assistant Head Start Director Drug Prevention –Mayor’s Office Summer Arts Program Director Lifetime member PTA Omega Psi Phi Fraternity (30 years) Professional Service Milton B Thrasher Award gang prevention Director of Midnight Basketball league National youth violence consultant/workshop presenter Special Education Advisor Prevention/ Intervention Specialist Keynote & Motivational Speaker Conference Organizer DARE Board Member a “taste” of Autism “Special Food for Special People” Contact Brent Carmichael Four U Academy Director [email protected] 940.368.9666 www.fouruacademy.org
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