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Events
TACA of Hawaii Chapter Coordinator
Kiele Pennington
About TACA
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help improve the quality of life for people with autism.
DISCLAIMER: Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides general information regarding medical research, treatment options, therapies and nutrition to the autism community. The information comes from a variety of sources and is not independently verified by TACA. Nothing presented in print or at meetings should be construed as medical or legal advice. Always consult your child's doctor regarding his or her individual needs. Finally, it is recommended that you DO NOT SHARE CONFIDENTIAL information about your child!
Many MAHALOS to Bikram Yoga Honolulu for holding their donation class in honor of TACA Hawaii during April Autism Action Month! BYH definitely took action and raised $500 in one class to benefit Hawaii families living with autism. We are so thankful for Alexis and the gang at Bikram Yoga Honolulu for their continued support of our ohanas.
For more information about everything Bikram Yoga Honolulu has to offer, please visit www.bikramyogahonolulu.com or visit them at one of their two convenient locations!
Come to a TACA Meeting and/or Coffee Talk!
TACA Hawaii holds meetings and Coffee Talks throughout the year. Our meetings feature educational speakers on important topics for ASD families. Our Coffee Talks provide more intimate settings where families can informally network, share resources and speak with seasoned parents.
Here are the upcoming events for the TACA Hawaii Chapter:
Coffee Talk – Leeward and
Coffee Talk – Teen & Young Adult
Saturday,
June 15, 2013
- 5:00 - 6:30 PM
- **NEW LOCATION**
Easter Seals
92-461 Makakilo Drive Kapolei, HI 96707 - Driving Directions
Meet other families affected by autism, discuss families’ goals/interests/ways we can support each other. The Leeward Coffee Talk location will now offer two options for families. The general Coffee Talk will be hosted by Eden Orpilla, and it will be a continuation of the Coffee Talks that have started and will discuss various topics that parents are interested in. An additional Coffee Talk will be added to this location specifically for parents of teens and young adults on the spectrum to focus on issues relevant to those age groups. The Teen and Young Adult Coffee Talk will be hosted by Vera Asato. Both Coffee Talks will be at the same time, same location but will be held in separate rooms.
RSVPs help our Coffee Talk hosts plan for the event. In the case there are no RSVPs, the host will not plan to hold the meeting. No notice will be sent in this case. If you need to cancel your RSVP, please use the same link to do so.
Click here to RSVP online for Teen and Young Adult Coffee Talk.
Click here to RSVP online for the general Coffee Talk.
Childcare: None offered at this time.
Coffee Talk - Manoa
Thursday,
June 13, 2013
- 7:30 PM
- Manoa McDonalds
2915 East Manoa Road Honolulu, HI 96822 - Driving Directions
Come chat with other parents of ASD children. Search for solutions and share resources. This coffee talk is hosted by Kaliko Martinez and Josie Suzuki.
RSVPs help our Coffee Talk hosts plan for the event. In the case there are no RSVPs, the host will not plan to hold the meeting. No notice will be sent in this case. If you need to cancel your RSVP, please use the same link to do so.
Childcare: None offered at this time.
Coffee Talk - Kaimuki
Wednesday,
June 19, 2013
- 9:30 AM
- Coffee Talk
3601 Waialae Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816 - Driving Directions
Come chat with other parents of ASD children. Search for solutions and share resources. This coffee talk is hosted by Juvy Hollander.
RSVPs help our Coffee Talk hosts plan for the event. In the case there are no RSVPs, the host will not plan to hold the meeting. No notice will be sent in this case. If you need to cancel your RSVP, please use the same link to do so.
Childcare: None offered at this time.
Coffee Talk - Windward
Friday,
June 21, 2013
- 7:00 PM
- Starbucks Kaneohe
46-023 Kamehameha Highway (across from Windward Mall) Kanehoe, HI - Driving Directions
Come chat with other parents of ASD children. Search for solutions and share resources. This Coffee Talk is hosted by Teresa Chao who has a special interest in the educational rights of special needs children, although all topics related to ASD may be discussed.
RSVPs help our Coffee Talk hosts plan for the event. In the case there are no RSVPs, the host will not plan to hold the meeting. No notice will be sent in this case. If you need to cancel your RSVP, please use the same link to do so.
Childcare: None offered at this time.
TACA is committed to ensuring equal participation of all its members. Please contact us if you will require an accommodation to participate in this activity.
The TACA Family and Friends Campaign is an easy way for you to create an online webpage to receive donations for TACA Hawaii from your family, friends, and co-workers in honor of your family.
Get ready to take action by creating an online fundraising page for TACA’s Family and Friends Campaign. Create your page, personalize it and send the link to your family and friends asking for a donation to TACA in honor of your family. Whether your family raises $5, $50, $500 or more, TACA will appreciate your help and support!
To create Family and Friends your page, go to http://www.tacanow.org/ways-to-help/family-friends-campaign/
Visit our TACA Hawaii Team page and join our team by making your own page. http://faf.tacanow.org/2013/tacahi/
Special Event - Kona Marathon
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Run with Team TACA for the Kona Marathon, Half Marathon and Family Run!The Marathon and Half Marathon courses run along the breathtaking ocean coastline and through the black volcanic lava fields on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Be a Part of TACA!
Give Back to Your Community!
Become a TACA Parent Mentor!
Are you a parent or primary care giver of a child (or adult) with autism? Do you have at least 2 years of experience implementing biomed? Do you know about your local resources? Would you like to give back to your community and become a volunteer TACA Parent Mentor?
We would love to hear from you. If you meet these requirements and you are interested in volunteering, sign up on our website here:
www.tacanow.org/about-taca/parent-mentor-program/
Thank you!
Moira Giammatteo
Program Manager Scholarships, Mentors
and Parent Support
Join TACA of Hawaii on Facebook!
TACA of Hawaii is on Facebook! Connect with your old and new TACA friends alike, online!
How TACA Helps Hawaii Families
TACA does not charge admission to the meetings, nor does it assess annual membership fees for families it supports. Meetings feature:
- Free TACA Autism Journey Guides (over 750 pages of collective knowledge gathered from experienced paraprofessionals and parents) are offered to all parents who are attending their first Chapter meeting.
- Speakers on topics ranging from traditional therapies, integrated medical treatments, education, and legal support.
- TACA's Parent Mentors - one-on-one access to experienced families who have successfully navigated the challenges of finding appropriate treatments and educational opportunities for their children, and who receive additional education from TACA's Foundation Office.