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Shopping at Build the Village will make a direct contribution to TSA Texas.

Connect to over 380 of your favorite stores through the Build the Village online mall and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to TSA of Texas!  The online mall connects you to the store's full website with all of the same items and pricing as if you accessed the store's website directly. 


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ASTROS BASEBALL-Mon, Sept 8

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Macy's

 

Help TSA Texas while you Shop at Macy's.  click here


In-Service Training on Tourette Syndrome
for Educators, Parents, School Nurses & More!
 

Sheryl Kadmon, Executive Director of TSA of Texas, will be conducting In-Service Training on the “Educational Impact of Tourette Syndrome” in cities around the state during August through October.   

FREE of charge with RSVP and open to parents, teachers, therapists, physicians, TS family members, school nurses or anyone interested in learning more about T.S. Parents, this will help you and your school prepare for the next school year, so be sure to invite your child’s teachers! 

The In-service will be held in Austin (October 7); Dallas/North Texas (September 13); Ft. Worth (August 9); Colmesneil/Golden Triangle area (September 7); Katy (September 10); North Houston (September 9); and San Antonio (September 2).  Plans are underway for Waco.  For more information and to RSVP, click on the corresponding support group button to the left or email TouretteTexas@aol.com


Black and White Tee Off Logo.pngSave This Date!
     Monday, October 20, 2008

14th Annual Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas
Charity Golf Tournament

The Woodlands Country Club Arnold Palmer Signature Course

Golf Brochure (click here-in Adobe pdf format)
(hint: when viewing the 1st page, PgDn to view the 2nd page)
Web sign-up page coming here soon.

For more information on teams, individual play, sponsorships or to donate silent auction items or door prizes, please contact:

Daryl or Barbara Brister at 281-395-5392
darbar4@comcast.net or feedback page


Make a Donation to TSA of Texas 

TSA of Texas, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, supports its state-wide mission through donations, grants and fundraising.  Our children’s weekend, du Ballon Rouge, is the only TS camp in the U.S.  absolutely free to deserving families; all expenses are paid through the generosity of our donors. 

You can help us in our mission of education, support, advocacy and direct client services with a donation to TSA of Texas.   Click here to learn about different ways to make your tax deductible donations.  We also happily take donations of new items or gift certificates to be used for Silent Auction at either our October golf tournament or January Gala. 

Additionally, you can help TSA of Texas without spending an extra penny!  Use your Randall's and Kroger cards  to support TSA of Texas.  To join the Randall's program, ask the checker to link your Randall's Remarkable Card to charity number 2493 (tell them once and it is permanently linked).  Download  a Kroger Neighbor to Neighbor barcode letter to link TSA of Texas to your KrogerPlus Card the next time you shop or  email your name and address to TouretteTexas@aol.com to have a copy of the barcode letter mailed to you.   NOTE:  The Kroger Neighbor to Neighbor program is new and replaces the old Kroger Share Card.  You MUST re-register TSA of Texas via the barcode in the letter.

Important news about the discontinued Kroger Share Card and its replacement. 
    Letter from Kroger       Actual new bar code (in pdf format).


 Support Groups for TSA of Texas

TSA of Texas currently hosts support groups in Austin, Dallas (North Texas), Ft Worth, Katy, Houston, Southeast Texas/Golden Triangle and San Antonio.  For specific meeting locations and dates, please click on the appropriate support group button to the left or check the handy grid below.

We are working to add more cites to our coverage.  If you are interested in helping form a support group in a Texas city, please contact us.  e-mail: TouretteTexas@aol.com or call Sheryl Kadmon, Executive Director, at 281-238-8096.


 New Tourette Texas phone numbers  (effective immediately)

 (281) 238-8096  Phone
 (281) 238-0468  Fax
 (866) 896-8484  Toll Free in Texas
 
 (800) 209-0796   Emergency pager
 www.TouretteTexas.org - website

 
TouretteTexas@AOL.com - e-mail


This is WHAT'S HAPPENING!

National Survey on Impact of Tics on Children and Adults with TS and Chronic Tic Disorders – Children and adults 18+ are needed for two separate on-line surveys about tics.  Read more here

 Educational In-Service – Sheryl Kadmon, Executive Director of TSA of Texas, will be conducting In-Service Training on the “Educational Impact of Tourette’s Syndrome” in the following cities.  FREE of charge with RSVP and open to parents, teachers, therapists, physicians, TS family members, school nurses or anyone interested in learning more about T.S.   Parents, this will help you and your school prepare for the next school year, so be sure to invite your child’s teachers! 

Austin (10/7); Colmesneil/SE Texas (9/7); Dallas (9/13); Ft. Worth (8/9); Katy (9/10) North Houston (9/9); San Antonio (9/2).  Plans are underway for Waco.  For more information and to RSVP, click on the appropriate support group button to the left or email TouretteTexas@aol.com.

SAVE THE DATE:  14th Annual “Tee-Off for Tourette” charity golf tournament – Monday, October 20th at the Woodlands Country Club Arnold Palmer Signature Course.  Brochures will be available on-line shortly.  Sponsorships are still available.  Silent Auction item donations appreciated.  For more information or to order a brochure, email darbar4@comcast.net.

2nd Annual TSA of Texas Museum Day:  Sunday, November 9th.  Specific information on cities and museums available soon.  Watch for details!

WE MOVE is a not-for-profit organization that utilizes creativity, innovation, and collaborative approaches to improve awareness, diagnosis, and management of movement disorders among people living with these conditions and the professionals who care for them.  Use this link for Tourette Syndrome information, resources, links and a TS Discussion forum:   http://www.wemove.org/ts/

NEWLY DIAGNOSED TOURETTE SYNDROME - click here to view web presentation
Dr. John T. Walkup
3 hour web presentation (3 video segments, with slides); an abbreviated version of an all day seminar at TSA's 2006 National Conference in Alexandria Virginia. Family viewers are urged to share this presentation with medical and allied professionals.
This web presentation was made possible through the continuing partnership of TSA and the CDC (U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Viewers are urged to complete the Survey at the end of the presentation.

TSA Applauds the Passage of Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (GINA). Long-awaited legislation will protect against healthcare and employment discrimination.  Read more here.

Tribute cards - Simply by making a donation to TSATexas for a wedding, birthday, anniversary, personal loss or other event, we will send an individualized Tribute Card for the occasion.   Download the form here.  We accept credit cards.

TEAM Project is a non-profit agency which provides information, training and referrals for parents of children with disabilities throughout the state of Texas. All services are free of charge and are rendered in Spanish, English, and Vietnamese. For more information, please visit their website at www.partnerstx.org.

Managing Tourette Syndrome
By Sandra Buffolano, TSA of Texas member

Children with Tourette Syndrome face a unique set of issues that are distinctive to this disorder.  Related disorders, such as OCD or ADHD, often present an additional challenge for these children.  The innovative solutions in this workbook will help kids cope with school, relate to friends, manage their behavior in public places, and strengthen their self-esteem. Follow this link to www.instanthelpbooks.com and entering a search for Tourette Syndrome.

Front of the Class - a book about Tourette
TSA of Texas is proud to announce a new book by Brad Cohen.  Brad, who has had TS himself since a child, is one of our most popular counselors at our annual TS children's camping weekend.  Click here for info.
"The book ends with 23 motivational tips on living with Tourette or any other disability.'

New National TSA Website page
- See our NEW page that will provide valuable info about joining National TSA and will link you to their web site. CLICK HERE.

Advanced/additional info is always available for all events at
(281) 238-8096 (Tourette hotline-leave a message).

SUPPORT GROUP SCHEDULE: click underlined groups to go to their page           Top

 GROUP  NEXT MEETING  MEETING SCHEDULE  CONTACT
North Houston * Sep 8  (Mon) at 7pm 2nd Mon of every month (New Date)
 
832-489-8626
Clear Lake on holiday No meetings 281-998-7678
Katy * Aug 21 (Thu) at 7-9pm 2nd Wed of every month
 
281-395-5392
SE Texas-Golden Triangle Sep 7 (Sun) at 3-5pm NEW GROUP 409-727-0833
Austin * Oct 7  (Tue) 6:30-8pm Meets 1st Tues of every month.
No September meeting
512-218-1111
Fort Worth* Sep 13 (Sat) 5:30-7pm NEW DATE & TIME:
2nd Sat of every month
817-- 925-7004
San Antonio Sep 2 (Tue) at 6:30pm 1st Tues of every month. 
 
210-479-3740
Channelview phone support only   281-452-3670
North Texas/Dallas Sep 13 (Sat) 6-8pm

2nd Saturday of every month.
 

214-808-6626.
Adult Social Group call hotline   281-238-8096

* indicates Concurrent Children's Group
  The views and recommendations expressed by speaker(s) at these support group meetings are not necessarily endorsed or promoted by the TSA of Texas or The Tourette Syndrome Association. The speaker’s views are provided for your information only.                                                                                        
See Document Library (below) for complete Support Group Info


 Tourette DOCUMENT LIBRARY.  Download documents of your choice.  This library listing will grow in coming months.  Your feedback (as to what is included here) is welcome.

Library:
   Hint: use the "Back" arrow on your browser to return  from viewing a document.

Click Document Name to Download    Format for each document
2008 Texas Calendar of Events   Updated Word (most versions)
Facts about Tourette PDF: Adobe Acrobat
In-Service for Educators   Word (most versions)
Navigating the System (for Parents)   Word (most versions)
Mission Statement of TSA Texas Word (most versions)
National TSA Q&A (Questions and Answers) PDF: Adobe Acrobat
TAKS Comparison Chart  *NEW* JPG (Windows graphic)
Support Group Info   Updated Word (most versions)

24 - Hour Emergency Response via pager: (800)209-0796

Click HERE for National Tourette Assn website


What is Tourette Syndrome?

Tourette Syndrome is a neurobehavioral movement disorder characterized by motor and vocal tics. Beginning in childhood, it causes those affected to make movements and noises they cannot control. Additionally, many are plagued by obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder, oppositional behavior and other disorders. Although medication may help control the symptoms, as of yet there is no cure. The Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas, one of the largest chapters in the country, is a 501 ( c )3 non-profit organization. We raise funds to directly assist Texas families and children in crisis, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

SERVICES

Educational:

  • In-service programs for professionals, students, parents & community
  • Educational programs, conferences, and conventions
  • Dissemination of information—packets, brochures, telephone
  • Video-tape and reference library

Referral:

  • Physicians
  • Therapists
  • Community Services
  • State and County Agencies
  • Sources of Financial Aid

Support Groups:  

Advocacy:

  •  Educational and legal empowerment

Counseling:    

  •  Lay counseling
  •  Professional counseling

Special Funding:

  •   Kenneth H. Davis Memorial Family Assistance Fund
  •   Summer Camp Scholarship

Newsletter        Brain Bank Program         Crisis Intervention
 


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