2017 Woodbury Ball for Autism journal by Woodbury Magazine

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Dear Woodbury Ball supporter, I am a working mother off two typical children. Granted, they are anything but “typical” but this is a word a mother off a child with autism aspires to. Those who are not touched by the cause in some way truly cannot appreciate the heartache many off these children and their families face and the magnitude in which they truly need the support off everyone around them. When launching Woodbury magazine in 2003, giving back was—and always will be—at the core off our mission statement. As life progressed and brought its challenges, autism touched my family, alongside the one in 45, according to a recent study, children diagnosed today. I have been incredibly fortunate to spend time and create friendships with some off the most incredible mothers off children with autism whose strength surpass any and every expectation. I can’t possibly relate to how they feel or what they are met with when they return home. They travel through their day with heads held so high they make it easy to forget the reality off their world which shamefully allows us “typical parents” to sometimes forget. It is out off my interest to support these women, their children and families that the Woodbury Ball for Autism was created. What’s more, it is people like you who have made giving back through this event possible. Your support off the 14th annual Woodbury Ball for Autism and its JOURNAL OF HOPE is literally creating programs on the North Shore that allow these children to be a part off something so very special. “Without North Shore Autism Circle, my child would have nowhere to go after school. The phone doesn’t ring for my child and these programs offer one off the few things that bring a smile to my son’s face,” said one mother. Along with North Shore Autism Circle, 100% off the proceeds are shared with Autism Speaks Long Island, The Adler Center for Special Needs at the Mid-Island Y JCC and Family Center for Autism. This is why we are here; to give these children and their families a chance at life-changing therapy and all the support we possibly can. Early intervention can be crucial to a child’s development and the Woodbury Ball for Autism gives us the power to help bring that opportunity to others. The Woodbury Ball also allows us to pay tribute to the leaders in our community making a difference. Thank you to Peter Klein, Edward Nitkewicz, Todd Richman and Debora Thivierge for accepting this well-deserved honor; your tireless efforts to support those in need inspire us all. That said, I’d like to take a moment to thank our production partners and tremendous team of volunteers; without whom this could not be the success it is today. Standouts for the cause worthy off tremendous gratitude are Amy Greenberg, Kristin Schlossman, Ginny Connell, Deborah Horn, Rachael Klein, Stacey Gottlieb, Jocelyn Wasserman, Hedy Waserman, Regina Grange and my outstanding husband, Jonathan Cohen, among others. Thank you to all for being a part off this very special initiativee. Whether reading this as a guest off the event, a journal supporterr, sponsor, an auction donor or simply because you make a habit off reading journals to be sure to notice those in your community who o are truly giving back, it is you we have to thank for making one off my most important personal and professional missions come to life; making a difference. Sincerely,

Jennifer Polansky l k Editor-in-Chief, Woodbury magazine

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WE ARE PROUD TO PAY TRIBUTE TO OUR

14TH ANNUAL

WOODBURY BALL FOR AUTISM

HONOREES FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING DEDICATION TO THE CAUSE WE SALUTE

DEBORA THIVIERGE

TODD RICHMAN

Founder and Executive Director, The ELIJA School, Foundation and Farm, Debora Thivierge, BCaBA, CBAA, received her BA in Sociology from Hofstra University. She is the Executive Director and Founder of the ELIJA School, Foundation, and Farm. Debora served as a member on the International Behavior Analyst Certiﬁcation Board for ﬁve years and served on the Nassau County Autism Coalition, led by then County Executive, now U.S. Representative Tom Suozzi. She currently serves on the NYS Licensure Board for ABA. She has an 18-year-old son with Autism.

Todd Richman is managing director and ﬁnancial advisor for J.P. Morgan Securities where he manages wealth for high-networth individuals and families, as well as for foundations and endowments. Todd has a strong commitment to making his community a better place. One of the major ways he does this is through UJA Federation of New York, which is the world’s leading local philanthropy. Through Todd’s many UJA roles, he advocates, supports and raises money for those with special needs. UJA provides valuable funding, advocacy and guidance to the Adler Center for Special Needs at the MIYJCC. Todd serves on many of UJA’s committees, has led several missions, and provides other leadership roles. Due to Todd’s commitment to UJA and to the community, he was awarded the prestigious Robert S. Boas Award at UJA’s annual Summerfest in 2014.

PETER KLEIN Peter Klein is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a Managing Director of High Tower Advisors and President of The Claire Friedlander Family Foundation. The donations made from Peter Klein and the foundation are making it possible for many economically challenged families with a loved one on the spectrum to participate in programs at the FCA. Peter’s donations also made it possible to engage school districts on Long Island to call attention to the bullying of people with special needs. Peter Klein is a Champion of the Life’s WORC Family Center for Autism. Peter and the Claire Friedlander Family Foundation truly are making a difference in the lives of people with autism.

EDWARD NITKEWICZ Edward J. Nitkewicz is a Partner of Sanders, Sanders, Block, Woycik, Viener & Grossman, where he concentrates in the representation of personal injury plaintiffs. In addition he has become a leading education law attorney representing families in CPSE and CSE meetings, impartial hearings and special education litigation as a Parent Advocate and/or attorney. He is also the Vice Chair for the Autism Speaks Long Island Board of Directors.

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WE ARE PROUD TO DONATE THE PROCEEDS FROM THE

14TH ANNUAL

WOODBURY BALL FOR AUTISM

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AUTISM SPEAKS LONG ISLAND

NORTH SHORE AUTISM CIRCLE

Autism Speaks Long Island works to fund research, provide resources, increase awareness and advocate for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Since 2008 Autism Speaks Long Island has given out $418,000 in local science and research grants, over $273,000 in Family Services Grants to help fund local area autism service providers to begin or expand their services, and since 2012 Autism Speaks Long Island has provided $35,000 through Autism Cares to Long Island residents affected by unplanned hardships, to name a few. We are committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals. autismspeaks.org

North Shore Autism Circle is a charitable foundation created and run by parents of children with Autism. Our mission is to raise awareness and establish opportunities for children and adults on the Autism spectrum. We are committed to funding special needs recreational, socialization, and peer mentoring programs. We also fund life skills and vocational programs to help young adults transition into the workforce. Speciﬁc programs include art classes, yoga, sports, therapeutic horseback riding, swimming, dance, summer programs, and respite throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. northshoreautismcircle.org

FAMILY CENTER FOR AUTISM

THE ADLER CENTER FOR SPECIAL NEEDS AT THE MID-ISLAND Y JCC

The Family Center for Autism provides a full range of innovative therapeutic, educational, social, recreation and support services to individuals and their families. Our programs range from daytime enrichment to evening and weekend recreational activities all led by professionals experienced in the ﬁeld of behavior analysis. Our Behavior Intervention services provide progressive, innovative supports to individuals whose developmental challenges impact their daily lives. We accept payment through private health insurance for applied behavior analysis and Social Skills groups (ABA). For more information please visit our state of the art building at 1517 Franklin Avenue in Garden City. lifesworc.org

The Adler Center for Special Needs at the Mid-Island Y JCC provides a comprehensive range of award-winning programs and services for those with developmental disabilities including learning disabilities, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Programs include special needs swimming classes, weekend respite and life skills training. The Adler Center for special needs offers sports, recreational programs, family events and classes that promote self-conﬁdence, socialization, and cooperation while building life-long friendships. Inclusion opportunities are offered during summer camp, vacations and school holidays. We offer specialized group programs with a low participant to staff ratio. miyjcc.org

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We pay tribute to the North Shore Autism Circle… For raising the public’s awareness to a growing epidemic… Whose leadership inspires this community to contribute and participate… Whose fundraising efforts make programs possible and progress inevitable… Whose compassion gives hope for those challenged by Autism. Our GRATITUDE for your organization and what it accomplishes for so many; should only be exceeded by the incremental improvement of the people you serve. Our grandson JASON’S demonstrable progress in speech, markedly improved behavior, his infectious smile and his improved interactive skills have given his parents much inspiration and his brothers joy. WITH MUCH LOVE AND GRATITUDE— Grandma and Grandpa Hedy and Bryan J. Wasserman, M.D., FACP

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North Shore Autism Circle is forever grateful to Jennifer Polansky and Woodbury Magazine for sponsoring the Woodbury Ball for Autism now in its 14th year. Simply Amazing!! Thank you for making a difference in the staggering 1 out of 45 children diagnosed with Autism. Thanks to the committee members and volunteers that have worked tirelessly on this event and this amazing journal. To our charity partners, Autism Speaks Long Island , Family Center for Autism and The Adler Center for Special Needs we are thankful for the amazing programs you have available for the Autism population. You provide safe, warm and nurturing environments for children to attend recreational, socialization and peer mentoring classes such as Swim , Camp, Yoga, Zumba and Cooking to name a few, what's better than that ?? To this year's four honorees, leaders that move mountains and advocate for the Autism community: Debora Thivierge, Edward Nitkewicz, Todd Richman and Peter Klein, we are so lucky to have you in our court. North Shore Autism Circle is thankful to our supporters that have allowed us to supply grants to life skills, vocational programs and businesses that employ individuals with Autism. As Autistic children become Autistic adults and age out of school, it is critical that we set up these individuals to be productive members of society. On a personal note, I am sending hugs and well wishes to friends that have dealt with some personal challenges with their special needs children whether it be living arrangements, educational placements, health issues and more. We are thrown curve balls each and every day and parents of special needs children are true warriors in every sense of the word. As I look out the window watching this crazy snowy March day I look forward to a spectacular summer. Stay tuned for more information on our 8th Annual Holes for Hope event in August, you won't want to miss it! Visit us at www.northshoreautismcircle.org

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