Speakers Bureau

Aaron Likens, Community Education Specialist and author of Finding Kansas: Decoding the Enigma of Asperger's Syndrome  makes frequent presentations in the communities we serve. 

Having been diagnosed with Asperger's at age 20, Aaron provides a unique and enlightening glimpse of what it means to live with the daily challenges that Asperger's and autism can bring. 

His presentations are custom-designed for :

• parent groups
• health care personnel / physician groups
• teachers / school district in-service days
• student groups
• emergency personnel / first responders
• churches
• community groups

For a schedule of upcoming presentations, click here.

Check out Aaron's blog here:

Jennifer Haughey has worked at TouchPoint for 22 years.  With a degree in special education, and experience as a classroom teacher for children with autism, Jennifer brings a unique perspective to her presentations for:

• parent groups
• health care personnel / physician groups
• teachers / school district in-service days
• student groups/ability awareness
• emergency personnel / first responders
• churches
• community groups

Her sample presentation titles include:

• Autism Spectrum Disorders: What They Are, How to Recognize
  the Characteristics
• Asperger's Syndrome:  What It Is, How to Recognize
  the Characteristics
• Principles and Strategies for Interacting with People on the Autism Spectrum
• Autism Spectrum Disorders: Symptoms and Strategies
• How Churches Can Support Individuals with Autism and Their Families
• How to Engage Kids with Autism in Play/After School Programs

Custom presentations are also available.

In addition to providing presentations in the community, Jennifer currently conducts ADOS assessments, performs autism screenings in the classroom, consults with teachers and school staff, and provides in-home parent training.

Additional speakers are available, depending on the specific needs of your organization.  Please contact Kristi Mattison at 314-394-7020 or kristi.mattison@lifeskills-mo.org to discuss your needs.