September 2007
Fraser® E-vents
A monthly e-newsletter for friends of Fraser 

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Fraser was the original music therapy program in Minnesota. Louise Whitbeck Fraser pioneered music therapy in the 1930s. Read her story.

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Music Therapy Teaches Life Skills
Because music therapy helps children develop skills for life, it is an integral part of Fraser educational and rehabilitation programs. Music therapy benefits children with autism, Down syndrome, speech disorders and physical challenges. Fraser therapists tailor sessions to the child's specific areas of development. Watch a video about our music therapy program.
Learn from Fraser Experts
 
Many families experience challenges with ADHD, sensory integration and other autism-related issues. We address these challenges in three half-day seminars. Seminars can be combined and include lunch.
Friday, October 5, 2007
ADHD - 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sensory Challenges - 1 to 4 p.m.
Organizing for the Visual Learner - 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
 
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Fraser Academy Children's Carnival
 
Free admission; carnival proceeds benefit Fraser Academy, an elementary public charter school founded and sponsored by Fraser. Participants will enjoy games and activities, including face painting, three-legged races, prize walks, live entertainment and a giant slide. Read more.
Saturday, September 29, 2007, 12 - 4 p.m.
Central Park, 2450 N. Lexington Ave., Roseville, 55113
Program in the Spotlight
Pre-Toddler Autism Day Treatment Program
Fraser has expanded its autism day treatment services by offering therapeutic intervention for children as young as 11 months of age. While symptoms of autism are not usually diagnosed until the toddler years, Fraser is working with younger siblings of children with an identified autism spectrum diagnosis. Early intervention gives these young children the best chance to develop the skills needed to successfully communicate, interact and learn as their peers. Learn more about Fraser autism services.
 
Supporting Sensory Preferences in Young Children
Featured product 
 
Supporting Sensory Preferences in Young Children  
This book explains how sensory experiences can be a challenge for some children, and provides strategies and resources to promote sensory exploration and development. Learn more and order online.
We hope our monthly e-newsletter provides you with valuable and timely information about what's going on at Fraser. Please feel free to share this newsletter with a friend by using the "forward email" link below. Thank you for being a friend of Fraser!
 
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Diane S. Cross
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