The Rotary Club of Balmoral

in partnership with the Gateway Learning Community

and Morningside State School
invites all parents, teachers and the community to a

Community Health Forum

Autism Explored
An evening to build awareness of and provide information
about Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Asperger’s Syndrome
with a particular focus on
dealing with associated challenges.

with Special Guest Speaker- Author Sally Thibault

Australian author and mother Sally Thibault
will share the real-life story about her long
struggle to cope with son David’s Asperger’s
Syndrome- an autistic spectrum disorder.
Sally’s book, David’s Gift, may help other
parents facing challenging behaviours with their
children. For more information on Sally and her
story visit www.davidsgift.com.au

When- Monday 25 October 6.30pm for a 7pm start

Where- Morningside State School, 67 Pashen St, Morningside

Cost- Gold coin donation on entry with proceeds going to the Morningside SS SEU

6.30pm Registration
7pm Welcome Bill Pixton, Rotary Club of Balmoral President Forum
7.10pm Guest Speaker Sally Thibault, Author
7.45pm Panel Forum
Program
Moderator Cate Jones, Director Morningside SS Special Education Unit
Panel members Sally Thibault, Author
Trevor Beasley, Specialist ASD Teacher
Dr. Beth Sagers, Lecturer in Special Education (Autism) No high heels
Margo Wratten, Occupational Therapist
8.30- 9pm Supper and informal discussions
please,
soft floor
All evening- Displays by local organisations and providers

To book seats- Please Ph. 3399 6821 or email cvanr5@eq.edu.au

with your name, Ph. no. and number of seats required by Thursday 21 October.