May 6th Exceptional Family Resources’ 2011 Conference—Wellness and Developmental Disabilities

Exceptional Family Resources’ 2011 Conference—Wellness and Developmental Disabilities—will take place on Friday, May 6, 2011 at Justin’s Grill. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., while the conference itself runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Questions about the conference?
Call EFR at (315) 478-1462, ext 323.

Presenters
Dr. Luis Columna holds a Ph.D.in Kinesiology from Texas Woman’s University in Denton,
TX. He is currently an Associate Professor of Physical Education and Exercise Science in the School of Education at Syracuse University. Dr. Columna’s research interests are related to the physical, emotional and cognitive well-being of individuals with and without disabilities and their families, including those from a minority background.

Linda Quinn, M.S., R.D. holds a Bachelor of Science in Clinical and Community Dietetics from the University of Florida and a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Sciences from Syracuse University. She was named the Distinguished Dietitian of the Year by the NYS Dietetic Association in 2010. She is the Nutrition Services Administrator for the Central New York Developmental Services Office.

. ...is funded by Medicaid, the Onondaga
County Department of Mental Health, the New
York State Office of People with Developmental
Disabilities, United Way of Central New York,
Parent to Parent of NYS, Onondaga County Health
Department, and grants and foundations.

Other Information
 Certificates of Attendance will be available at the exit at the end of
the conference day.

 We are grateful to the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council for its sponsorship of this conference.

This conference will provide you with:
An understanding of why physical activity is especially important for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Opportunities to explore physical activities that are appropriate and fun for individuals of all ages and abilities.
A clear understanding of which foods can best optimize the health of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Simple ways to plan and prepare easy and nutritious meals that everyone can enjoy.

Friday, May 6, 2011
10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
9:30 a.m. Registration
Justin’s Grill
6400 Yorktown Circle
E. Syracuse, NY 13057
(near Carrier Circle)