For caregivers of both verbal and non-verbal children looking to provide additional visual support systems in order to support the child’s communication at home, at school and in the community. This workshop is designed to help parents and caregivers understand how to develop visual supports and use it to develop and increase independence.
From sitting on the toilet to independent use of a public washroom, the strategies presented will help you break down the complex task of teaching your child independent toileting skills. We will share readiness checklists, walk you through procedures, following schedules, and ending with generalization and maintenance.
A virtual overview of behaviours, answering questions such as, “why is my child engaging in challenging behaviour” and “how can I best support my child when they are engaging in this behaviour?” Discussion will focus on tools to determine possible functions of the behaviour, opportunities to learn about proactive support strategies.
Reinforcement is the most important and widely used strategy to shape how we all behave on a daily basis. It is something that happens naturally all the time in your everyday life and it can be used when teaching new skills. You will learn how to personalize reinforcers, to match the reinforcer to the behaviour, […]
These are skills that are essential skills that are needed, including those at home, school, and in the community, to live as independently as possible. Examples are washing your hands, brushing your teeth, or getting dressed. We will discuss the importance of systematically identifying and addressing independent life skills. For caregivers of learners at all […]
Sleep disturbances and night waking can be a stressful challenging behaviour. We will share information on common sleep challenges and provide practical sleep strategies to help you and your child sleep better. We will address sleep problems and disturbances for individuals with special needs who have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
There is a reason behind most challenging behaviour, such as communication or meeting an unmet need, and it is helpful to identify and understand the root causes in order to provide the most appropriate supports. An overview of behaviours, answering questions such as, “why is my child engaging in challenging behavior?”, and “how can I […]
Summer camp can provide opportunities for individuals with autism to develop important skills. It can also build self-esteem, increase confidence and independence, develop friendships and relationships, and give individuals with autism an opportunity to participate in recreational activities. Come learn some helpful strategies!
We will review effective treatments for feeding disorders in general, with specific recommendations for how to intervene on food selectivity in children with Autism. This session will provide general strategies for how to ensure long-term success and maintenance of treatment effects. There will be time at the end of questions and discussion.
You have the diagnosis, now what do you do?? What questions do you need to ask and where do you go for answers? Understanding more about Autism can help you better understand your child with Autism. The workshop will focus on a range of symptoms you may observe as well as treatment options, including Applied […]
