Show#213 Interview With American Mixed martial Artist and Instructor Tom Deblass Who is on a Mission To Help Stop Bullying

 Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul CiminsWho Sits down and Speaks with Tom Deblass about His Anti Bullying Campaign on how he uses Martial Arts Influences To Teach Young Children on How to be Ambassadors for Children with Special needs.He Graduated from Monmouth University in 2004 with a degree in elementary and special education.Tom Speaks about How martial Arts can Benefit Children with Special Needs.

Tom DeBlass (born May 14, 1982) is an American mixed martial artist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. Tom is currently competing in the middleweight division for Bellator, He has also competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

 Background

Tom was a County Champion Long Jumper in High School graduating from Central Regional High School in 2000. He went on to Graduate Monmouth University in 2004 with a degree in Special Education and Elementary Education. Tom DeBlass was known primarily as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor winning such titles as Pan American and World Championships. He then fought Professionally in Ring Of Combat. In only a year and a half DeBlass captured two titles and got called up to fight in the UFC. DeBlass opened his own Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, in 2006, Ocean County Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His Academy host's 300 students.[1]He has produced his own World Champion student's, such as Garry Tonon, Tom's first student to compete in ADCC, October 20th, taking place in China.

Mixed martial arts career

Ultimate Fighting Championship

 After winning seven straight fights DeBlass was signed by the UFC and made his debut against Cyrille Diabate on one weeks notice at UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva and lost by Majority Decision.

In his second UFC fight DeBlass dropped down to the Middleweight division to fight against Riki Fukuda at UFC on Fuel TV: Franklin vs. Le [3] He lost by Unanimous Decision.

DeBlass announced his retirement from MMA after the bout with Fukuda stating “After a lot of talk with my family and coaches, “I have decided to retire from fighting and focus on my family, my academy and helping my students to achieve their goals”, At this time, I feel it's best for me to give my time to others and spend more time with my family”, “The drive to keep fighting is not there any longer. I have an amazing academy and feel my students need my full attention.”

Bellator Fighting Championships

DeBlass returned from his short-lived retirement and made his Bellator debut against Carlos Brooks at Bellator 95and won by TKO at the end of the second round after the doctor decided that Brooks could not continue.

DeBlass was scheduled to face former IFL Light Heavyweight Champion Vladimir Matyushenko at Bellator 108on November 15, 2013. However Matyushenko was forced out of the bout due to a broken hand. DeBlass instead fought fellow UFC veteran Jason Lambert at the event.He won the fight via knockout in the first round.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

  • Ring of Combat
    • ROC Heavyweight Championship (one time)
    • ROC Light Heavyweight Championship (one time)

Jiu Jitsu

  • First person in NJ to win an Adult Black Belt Pan American title
  • Second person in NJ history to win ADCC North American Trials
  • 2007 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National Champion
  • 2007 World Championships Mundials 3rd place Brown Belt[7]
  • 2007 No Gi World Champion Brown Belt[8]
  • 2008 Pan American Champion Brown Belt[9]
  • 2009 Abu Dhabi North American Trial Champion
  • 2009 Abu Dhabi Combat Club Veteran
  • 2009 Bronze Medalist No Gi World Champion Black Belt[10]
  • 2013 Grapplers Quest National Champ
  • 2013 No Gi Pan American Black Belt Ultra Heavy Champion[

 To learn More About His School Please Visit

Show#212 Interview With Brian Sullivan Creator Of Kid Sport GPS

 Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul Cimins Who Sits down and Speaks with Brian Sullivan Creator of Kid Sport kidsport GPS Some of Topics Discussed On Tonight's Show

To Help Keep Your Kids Safe

www.kidsportgps.com) http://www.take25.org/) that provides free tools such as safety tips, conversation starters, and mini-lessons to help trusted adults begin conversations with children about safety.www.kidsportGPS.com. (Bands are currently on sale now as pre-orders and will be available this fall.)www.missingkids.com) has a lot of excellent information on child safety and what you can do as a parent or guardian. www.kidsportgps.com.

About Eric Long

– Eric Long is a dad and co-founder of Precise Innovation, a creative idea company that developed the kidsport GPS tracking band for kids. Our company is based on one word...FUN. We believe the best ideas come from simple, everyday need and that we are most creative and innovative when we are having fun. Our goal is to create products that make sense; make consumers’ lives better; and make a positive impact. To learn more or to pre-order your kidsport GPS, go to

By Eric Long of kidsport GPS (

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, roughly 800,000 children are reported missing each year. That's over 2,000 a day. Shocking, isn’t it?

When I was a kid, my friends and I spent our hours after school meandering the neighborhood. Mom and Dad had no idea where I was or what I was doing. In summer…sun up; I’m gone. I was a racecar pulling in for a PB&J pit stop around noon, and dinner was just a distraction. I was gone for hours upon hours. No big deal. Today? Different world!

My daughter is almost 10. If she is three minutes late from a bike ride, her mom and I are freaking out. We lose sight of her at the park and we panic. On vacation? When I am not playing with her, I am a CIA agent scanning the crowd for suspicious characters.

So how can we keep our kids safe in today’s modern world? No tool or device will keep your kids safe 100% of the time, but here are five things you can do to mitigate the risks:

1. Family Talk

2. ID Card

3. Child ID Kit

4. Emergency Hot Spots

5. kidsport GPS Tracking Device

– The kidsport GPS band is a GPS tracking device developed specifically for kids that allows parents to locate their kids on their cell phones, iPads or computers. It features an alert button that sends you an immediate text if your child needs you; a secure latch to prevent unintended removal; a removal alert that texts you when the band is taken off; and a Geo-Fence Boundary Alert that sends you a text if the boundary you set is crossed. To find out more about kidsport GPS, visit
– Whether you are at a playground, amusement park, ski slope, vacation resort, or any crowded location, always identify the nearest help and information centers, emergency stations, and police posts. Inform your children where to go and what to do in case of an emergency or if they get lost.
– Prepare an ID kit for each child in the event that he or she is missing. The kit should include a physical description (nickname, date of birth, height, weight, gender, fingerprints, hair and eye colors, etc.), any identifying features (glasses, braces, scars, birthmarks, piercings, etc.), any medical information (conditions, disorders, diseases, medications, etc.), and, most importantly, an up-to-date, good quality digital photo. Be sure to take your kits with you on trips and vacations.
– Create and give each child a laminated ID card with his or her name, date of birth, address, phone numbers, etc. If your child is too young or otherwise unable to speak for him or herself, consider writing the information somewhere on his or her clothing in permanent marker.
– Take time to talk to your children about safety and abduction prevention. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has an excellent campaign called Take 25 (

No parent I know can imagine what it is like to have a child go missing. It is our greatest fear. But by educating a children and taking safety precautions, we can help reduce the chances of that ever happening. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (

 
 
not only looks cool, but the technology inside is truly amazing.

  • Wireless Module: World's smallest cell phone module with extremely low power consumption.
  • GPS Module: Ability to track location as accurately as 3 meters.
  • Custom Antennas: Highly sensitive cell and GPS antennas, custom designed for maximum performance.
  • Rechargeable Battery: High-powered Lithium polymer battery insures long life throughout an active day of fun!


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The technology in the band is much like a cell phone and sends location data in two ways: on a set time schedule (for example, every 10 minutes) and ON-DEMAND. When you hit the location refresh button on the app, it sends a signal through the cell chip in the band, which tells us we need the most up to date location. The band then sends the location back through the cell chip and back to the app. A lot gets done in a very short period of time. It's easy! Just download the kidsport GPS app to your smartphone. Create a password. Snap photos of your kids. And let them go.

Show#211 Interview with Meghan Mulvenna who is the founder of Special Travelers

Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul Cimins Who Sits down and Speaks with  

 

Meghan Mulvenna who is the founder of Special Travelers, an organization based on the need for children with autism and other developmental disabilities to be supported in everyday life experiences. This is what she feels is the purpose of Special Education, to impart skills to children who will then be able to use them within their homes and communities. Their goal is to bridge the gap between learning and living.

The role of Special Travelers is truly unique. They pick up where education leaves off. Some of their services include accompanying individuals on family vacations, events and day trips; facilitating common community-based scenarios such as shopping at grocery stores or eating in restaurants; and creating effective home-based systems for improving routines, leisure activities and basic responsibilities.

 

Meghan holds a BA in Special Education, Teacher of the Handicapped certification, and MA in Organizational Behavior. She has served the population with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities, including as Williams, Fragile X, and Angelman syndromes. Having served as an in-home provider, teacher, consultant, Coordinator and Educational Director, Meghan is most passionate about improving the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

 

She can be reached at specialtravelers@gmail.com, or by phone at (443) 228-6436. Visit www.special-travelers.org for more information about their services.

Show#210 Interview with Dr. Liz Matheis who is a licensed Clinical Psychologist

Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul Cimins Who Sits down and Speaks with Dr. Liz Matheis who is licensed Clinical Psychologist  and certified School Psychologist who specializes in assisting children and their families with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety and  learning/behavioral disorders in Parsippany NJ. She focuses on well-aligned parenting styles via parent coaching, consistent home environment, and the establishment of boundaries and behavioral expectations in helping children and families to realize their fullest potential.  

She also provides psycho-educational assessment that can be used for Child Study Team evaluations, diagnosis of ADHD, Autism and learning disabilities, such as Dyslexia.

As a certified School Psychologist, she has served within the public and private school setting for over 8 years. She is well versed with the New Jersey Special Education Administrative Code and understands the contents of your child's IEP, services and programs that your child is entitled to and deserves.

At present, she is a contributor to a number of popular press magazines and blogs, where she is able to provide real-world, pragmatic solutions to complex problems. Visit her at

Show#209 Interview with Jill Harris Director of Program Development at Children’s Specialized Hospital in NJ

Jill Harris is the Director of Program Development at Children’s Specialized Hospital in NJ where I also direct autism services. Children’s is the largest pediatric medical rehabilitation system in the US. Children’s is also one of the largest providers of autism services in NJ.

I am a licensed psychologist and also a school psychologist. I have been involved in autism research related to improving access to early diagnosis for underserved communities. Clinically, I oversee autism services which include diagnostic services, ABA, social skills groups and other therapies, developmental screening and a wide variety of community outreach programs. I also am the parent of an adult son with autism.

Children’s Specialized Hospital is the preeminent provider of pediatric rehabilitation services and the largest pediatric rehabilitation health system in the United States.

Our hospital is dedicated to improving the lives of patients through delivering superior medical services, in a safe and caring environment. The hospital serves children affected by brain injury, spinal cord dysfunction and injury, premature birth, autism, developmental delays, and life-changing illnesses. Renowned therapeutic programs include physical, speech, and occupational therapy; psychology services; neurodevelopmental physician services; recreational therapy and child life, and a full complement of support services.

Children's Specialized has twelve sites in New Jersey and will treat over 20,000 children with special needs this year. Through a blend of innovative therapies, personalized attention and compassionate support, our award-winning doctors and skilled pediatric therapists strive to make a difference for children and their families each and every day.

Children’s Specialized Hospital is the preeminent provider of pediatric rehabilitation services and the largest pediatric rehabilitation health system in the United States.

Our hospital is dedicated to improving the lives of patients through delivering superior medical services, in a safe and caring environment. The hospital serves children affected by brain injury, spinal cord dysfunction and injury, premature birth, autism, developmental delays, and life-changing illnesses. Renowned therapeutic programs include physical, speech, and occupational therapy; psychology services; neurodevelopmental physician services; recreational therapy and child life, and a full complement of support services.

Here is The Hub Site For Parents of Children With Autism

http://www.childrens-specialized.org/kohlsautismawareness

 

Make Friends With Autism - Community Awareness (10 minute video)

Children's Specialized Hospital

 

Show#208 Interview with Shelley Tzorfas Author of Recovering Autism & Special Needs

  Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul Cimins Who Sits down and Speaks with Shelley Tzorfas who has a different approach to how she works with chidlren on the spectrum than most.She has over 25 years working with children and teens diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, and average but struggling kids, the tools and options she has developed are now published in the form of books. In, "Recovering Autism, ADHD and Special Needs," you can learn how some of these problems are physical rather than mental or emotional issues.
With 1 out of 6 children now having "Developmental Disabilities, 1 in 10 ADHD, 1 in 50 having Autism, it is no longer a Niche." Everyone now knows afflicted children. Shelley explains how these afflictions were not prevalent until around 1991. She uses a holistic approach which empowers parents and educators towards recovering kids.
Her informative presentations have been conducted before groups and have been heard on a variety of radio programs throughout the country. She continues to accept new students for her program.
Her witty articles have appeared nationally and internationally both online and in print and her books are recognized globally.
Shelley holds an MFA, is a member of the International Dyslexia Association and other groups.
She is available for consultations, presentations and receiving new students.
Website:
For clients interested in my one to one program, kindly email me: stzorfas@gmail.com
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Show#207 Interview With Autism Expert Dr Stephen Shore

    On Monday night at 8pm, be sure to tune in for our newest episode of Hope Saves the Day on Autism Radio Tonight's Show is with Host Paul Cimins Who Sits down and Speaks with Dr Stephen Shore about his recent Travels around the world to speak to others about Autism.

Nonverbal until four and diagnosed with "atypical development with strong autistic tendencies," Stephen Shore was regarded as "too sick" to be treated on an outpatient basis and recommended for institutionalization.

Fortunately, his parents disagreed. With their persistence and the help of teachers and other friends and professionals, Stephen has gained more ground than anyone would have thought possible from that original diagnosis! He is now completing his doctoral degree in special education at Boston University with a focus on helping people on the autism spectrum develop their capacities to the fullest extent possible.

In addition to working with children and advocating for a better quality of life on the autism spectrum, Stephen presents and consults internationally on adult issues pertinent to education, relationships, employment, advocacy, and disclosure. In his book Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome, he shares his love of music and learning as he walks us through the heartaches and triumphs of his life as an Aspie.

He also serves on the board of the Autism Society of America, as board president of the Asperger’s Association of New England, and is on the Board of Directors for Unlocking Autism, the Autism Services Association of Massachusetts, MAAP Services, The College Intership Program, and the KEEN Foundation.

Check Out This Great Video That Goes Into Dr Stephen Shore's Many Conferences He Speaks At and some Insight About His Childhood Growing Up.

 

http://attitudelive.com/blog/dan-buckingham/film-unlimited-potential

 

 

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