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Holland Center

10273 Yellow Circle Dr.

Minnetonka, MN 55343

(952) 401-9359

www.hollandcenter.com

  New Staff 

Canary Party Conven on 

Minnesota Lynx 

Taste of Greece 

Dr. Bobbi Kos nec 

Supplement Sale 

Au sm Benefit Set 

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Holland Center is now offering a comprehensive diagnostic assessment for suspected autism spectrum disorders. Overview of the Diagnostic Assessment Process: Our leading staff psychologist Dr. Nicole Smith administers a series of parent questionnaires, including the Autism Diagnostic Interview, conducts formal cognitive testing with the child, and performs the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) with the child. Our speech and language pathologist will conduct formal language testing, and a comprehensive and diagnostic report will be written and provided to you upon feedback of the evaluation. The assessment is conducted across 2 separate days and are typically on Tuesdays from 9am – 12pm and Fridays from 8am – 11am. To schedule an evaluation, contact Briana Robinson at 952-215-3761. Upon scheduling your evaluation, you will need to complete the assessment intake packet which should be returned to Briana at Holland center no later than 1 week prior to the date of your scheduled evaluation. For more information and to download the ASD Assessment Intake Form log onto: http://www.hollandcenter.com/home/consulting-assessments/autism-assessment.php

We have some new faces around the center and would like to give a warm welcome to Melissa Sohns, Kelsey Young, Isha Barrow, Kia Moua, Andrea Haberman, and Alyssa Bielawski. We would also like to thank Kim Breeden for her hard work and commitment with participation in the Autism Advocacy Efforts, Holland appreciates your continuous efforts. Happy readings!

Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Assessment

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New Staff Members Melissa Sohns graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2009 with a B.S. in Child Psychology with a minor in Family Violence Prevention. Melissa has been working with children with Autism for over 3 years now with previous experience at Fraser Child and Family Center and Partners in Excellence. She is interested in outdoor activities, bonfires, boating on Lake Minnetonka, taking her dog for walks, and biking.

Kelsey Young graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2011 with a B.S. in Child Psychology. Kelsey began working with children with autism in 2006, in the Hastings Public Schools. She enjoys climbing and other outdoor activities such as soccer. Kelsey is a part of the U of MN research team conducting the study here at Holland Center.

Isha Barrow graduated from DePaul University in Chicago with a B.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. She enjoys reading and writing literary works of personal and women empowerment, exercising, and cooking.

Kia Moua graduated from California State University, Stanislaus in 2008 with a B.A. in Psychology. She has worked in the Robbinsdale Schools and with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders. During her free time, Kia likes manicures, shopping, reading, and fishing.

Andrea Haberman graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a B.A. in Psychology with a double minor in Sociology and Corrections. She received her M.A. degree in 2011 with a primary emphasis in school psychology and a secondary emphasis in special education. Andrea enjoys reading, hiking, camping, and hanging out with friends.

Alyssa Bielawski graduated from the University of Minnesota this spring with a B.S. in Family Social Science and Pre-Occupational Therapy. She has worked at Fraser Child & Family Center as well as Fraser Home & Community Supports for the past 4 years. Alyssa’s interests include running, biking, and tennis.

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Canary Party National Convention

St. Mary’s Taste of Greece 5K For the third year, Taste of Greece 5K benefits C.A.D.E. (Children with Autism Deserve Education). Taste of Greece will make a donation to C.A.D.E. on behalf of all 5K registrants. We are also collecting non-perishable food donations for Joyce Uptown Food Shelf. The race starts at the Lake Calhoun parking lot on the corner of 36th Street and East Calhoun Parkway in Minneapolis and follows the walking/running path along beautiful Lake Calhoun at sunset. All entrants of Taste of Greece 5K will receive a stylish T-shirt, $10 in free food coupons for your enjoyment at the Minneapolis Greek Festival.

Come and join the fun on August 28th for Autism Awareness Night sponsored by C.A.D.E. where the Minnesota Lynx take on the San Antonio Silver Stars. The game starts at 7pm and tickets start at $8 and up. Information will be on site so others can learn more about enhancing the lives of families and individuals with Autism.

Autism Awareness Night

The Canary Party National Convention is being held July 20 - 22, 2012 at the Hilton Minneapolis downtown. The Canary Party is a political movement advocating for the 54% of children in America with a chronic illness who are our "canaries in the coal mines". The Canary Party is created to stand up for the victims of medical injury, environmental toxins, and industrial foods by restoring balance to the free and civil society and empowering consumers to make health and nutrition decisions that promote

wellness. The National Convention will be forging connections and developing strategies both nationally and locally register today to make a change in your area. www.canaryparty.org

When: Friday, Sept. 7th, 2012

Info @ www.mplsgreekfest.org

Register @ www.active.com

July, 20 - Intro, Meetings, Luncheon, Reception and Film Night

July, 21 - Meetings, Luncheon, and Dinner

July, 22 - Plan of Action

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Michael Montico, MD

Dr. Bobbi Kostinec, MD

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Supplement of the Month Sale

Holland Biomedical Clinic is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Bobbi Kostinec, MD. Dr. Kostinec graduated from the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine and completed her Family Practice Residency at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine. Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Kostinec returned in 1997 to practice medicine and raise a family in Minnesota. Dr. Kostinec is the proud parent of three beautiful children. Dr. Kostinec has always had an interest in integrative/alternative medicine. However, after her two sons were diagnosed with autism, integrative practices became her healing focus. She is trained in Functional Medicine and the Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!) approach. Dr. Kostinec’s interests include: spending time with her children, traveling, cooking as organically as possible, kayaking on the lake, and reading. A proponent of lifelong learning, Dr. Kostinec recently completed a Masters in Public Health through the University of Minnesota.

Houston Enzymes: Trienza Chewables Original price: $44.00 Sale price: $35.00

Klaire Labratories: P5P Plus Original price: $23.00 Sale price: $18.50

Natural Factors: Phospha-tidyl Serine Soft Gels Original price: $38.00 Sale price: $30.00

Holland Center’s biomedical Doctor Michael Montico had the pleasure of speaking at the AutismOne Conference in Chicago on Sunday, May 27th, 2012. Dr. Montico provided a preview of what parents should expect from a biomedical evaluation including: initial evaluation, laboratory workup, treatment options, and comprehensive treatment plans.

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Minnesota Children’s Museum Looking for something to do with the kids, the Minnesota Children’s Museum caters to children with Autism. Their least busiest times for families to visit are Friday and Saturday evenings but recommend calling in advance to request accommodations for your visit. They also have several items available on a self-serve basis at the Box Office and in their Curiosity Center they have adaptive grips, loop scissors, visual items, noise reducing headphones, and even a picture scheduler that families can take and use to plan their visit.

10 7th Street West St. Paul, MN 55102 (651) 225-6000

Sun.- Thurs.: 9-5pm Fri. & Sat.: 9-8pm

If you know of any planned absences for your child, please e-mail Briana at bboosalis@hollandcenter.com so she can update the calendar accordingly.

7/4/2012 and 9/03/2012– Holland Center closed for Holidays

7/9, 8/13, 9/17 - Hair Cut Days

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By glutenfreecooking.about.com Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients:

1/2 cup superfine brown rice flour (GF)

1/4 cup millet flour (GF)

2 tablespoons arrowroot starch OR cornstarch

6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon guar gum OR xanthan gum

2 large eggs

1/2 cup light coconut milk OR your favorite dairy-free milk substitute

2/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup light olive oil OR canola oil

1 teaspoon vanilla Preparation: Preheat oven to 350° F / 176° C Line 12 cupcake tins with paper cups. Place all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Whisk to thoroughly combine. Add wet ingredients and beat on high for 1 minute. Fill paper cupcake liners two-thirds full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before frosting cupcakes. Frost with Gluten and Dairy Free Vanilla Confectioner's Frosting.

(Reminder: substitute ingredients to meet your child's dietary needs)

Gluten and Dairy Free Chocolate Cupcakes

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DHS Proposes “Autism Benefit Set”

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By Autismlawcenter.com Currently, children who have autism receive Medical Assistance (MA) coverage for a variety of different treatments and services to help them improve functional skills and reduce negative behaviors. Young children have options for early intervention including evidence-based treatments such as applied behavior analysis (ABA) and intensive early intervention behavior therapy (IEIBT), as well as other options including P.L.A.Y. therapy, R.D.I. and eclectic combinations of various methodologies at "day treatment" centers. Older children also have access to a variety of treatment options, including social skills therapy as well as ABA. P.L.A.Y., R.D.I., etc. Personal care attendant (PCA) services are routinely provided under regular MA, as are case management, family psych education and psychological counseling. All that may change under a new proposal for an "Autism Benefit Set" proposed by DHS on June 18, 2012. The Department's proposal has not yet been finalized, and in its current state contains some potentially good ideas. In fact, the creation of an "autism benefit set" could make it much easier for children to access effective treatments and services. The devil is in the details, however, and some of those details merit grave concern. Age cap of 7 for all treatment and services? The DHS proposal would limit access to the autism benefit set to children under 7. Once children reach the age of 7, they would be required to receive any treatment and services through school. This detail is obviously of great concern to the advocates at the Autism Advocacy & Law Center (AALC). Children who have autism ought to receive individual-ly tailored medically necessary treatments and services regardless of their age. Focus on Function -- Not Labels The diagnostic criteria for autism is about to undergo a radical change that will result in many children losing the label of autism. These children will still have functional limita-tions and/or behavioral challenges that interfere with their quality of life and their ability to attain independence. The AALC's position is that the focus should be on each child's individual need for treatment and services rather than on any specific label. Your Input is Necessary!! The AALC has lobbied successfully to convince DHS to obtain public input before moving forward with changes to autism coverage. DHS announced that it intends to obtain public input over the summer before it finalizes a legislative proposal to create the autism benefit set. Read the Proposal and Get Involved! Get informed about DHS' plans quickly, because your opportunity to provide input is time-limited because written comments will be accepted only until July 17th! Please stay informed by logging onto autismlawcenter.com.

Send your written comments by July 17, 2012 to: David Godfrey, Medicaid Director, Medicaid Director Minnesota Department of Human Services P.O. Box 64998 St. Paul, Minnesota 55164 or email them to

Reform2020Comments@state.mn.us