News

Visuals Engine update

Visual communication strategies and resources have dramatically improved over the past decade and at ConnectABILITY we strive to stay current and continuously meet your needs. Read more

Calling all Tweens – Summer camp

Shadow Lake Centre is an overnight camping program run through Community Living Toronto located just north of Stouffville Ontario. Read more

Marcella and Me inclusion stories

The Marcella stories are two books that you can print, they are focused on a young girls experiences in a daycare. Read more

Apps for people with special needs

There are many different apps available for the Apple iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. Many of which can be very helpful for the people we support. Read more

Looking for a tip sheet that used to be on the site?

We have had a few comments from people unable to locate a specific tip sheet. Please check to make sure the tip sheet isn’t included in either Supported Inclusion or Learning together. Read more

Translated Tip sheets

We have translated many of our popular tip sheets/articles into several different languages. many more

Back by popular demand

Toy shop and Sensory stimulation workshops

In the transition from the old site to the new one a few things have fallen between the cracks. We are working hard to make sure everything is in place but please be patient while we get things together. Read more

Welcome to the new ConnectABILITY

In our continuing effort to respond to the feedback from you, our audience, we have made revisions to the site. Please take a look around and let us know what you think by completing this short survey.
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Identifying Classroom Stressors Checklist

For anxiety to be prevented or reduced, children must feel safe, cared for and be able to understand what is expected of them. Use the checklist below to evaluate your classroom environment, then follow the suggestions. Read more

Preventing and Reducing Classroom Stressors

Caregiver Behaviour and Expectations As caregivers, the things we say and do, our behaviour and our expectations can sometimes contribute to a child’s anxiety. Working to build and maintain safe, comfortable, predictable, positive relationships with each child can prevent and reduce anxiety. Here are some things to consider in your daily interactions: Have appropriate expectations Read more