Transition Planning for Youth with Intellectual Disabilities
…sition Plan Tool My Hospital Form New DD Primary Care Program Mental Health Toolkit Recorded at the Shared Learning Forum – April 26, 2024 Download a PDF of the presentation…
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…sition Plan Tool My Hospital Form New DD Primary Care Program Mental Health Toolkit Recorded at the Shared Learning Forum – April 26, 2024 Download a PDF of the presentation…
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…ng for families who have children with disabilities. These can be found at www.ronmalis.com The information contained in this communication is general and is based on the perspectives and opinions of the owners and writers. It is not intended to provide specific personalized advice. Please consult an appropriate professional regarding your particular circumstances. The information provided might be derived from various sources and is believed to b…
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…her go, camp will also give you some time to yourself. Starting Your Camp Search To start your search, it is a good idea to make a list of the kind of camp you want. It can be challenging to find a camp to meet your child’s needs and sometimes, you don’t even know where to start looking. The following questions can be used as a guide to help you decide what you are looking for in a camp: Do you want day camp or overnight camp? Do you want a speci…
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…bit, there are often tickets offered at a cheaper price. Always look for discounts. For example, movie theatres may offer lower ticket prices before noon or on certain days. Dollar stores offer a large variety of items at a low cost. Make sure you check the quality of the item before you buy it. Some things may not be made very well and will fall apart quickly once you use them. Saving Money When Grocery Shopping Do not go to the grocery store whe…
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…240-page book, edited by Jill Hamilton (MD, FRCPC), and Irena Hozjan (RN, BScN, MN), is a comprehensive and up to date overview of Turner Syndrome. This book can be ordered directly through the Turner Syndrome Society of Canada – www.turnersyndrome.ca Standing Tall with Turner Syndrome Paperback This compilation of 18 essays – edited by Claudette Beit Aharon is written by women of various ages who have Turner Syndrome, and share their life experie…
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…why this work is important, and how the people they support can become involved. Recorded at the Shared Learning Forum – February 23, 2024 Download a PDF of the presentation…
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…t their own lived experience searching for employment and advocating for accommodation. Discussion panel: Lucia Marchionatta, Jessica Rotolo, Dorlean Lieghfars-Rotolo, Jonathan Anderson. Moderated by: Greg David Other Employers Are Doing It, You Can Too! In 2003, Sam walked into a Starbuck’s location and asked Chris for a job. Chris said “yes”. This is a story of their journey, the ups and downs and what they have both learned about the benefits o…
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…t serves the purpose of trying to obtain or avoid sensory stimulation. For example: Avoid or escape sensory stimulationBasit does not like the scratchy feeling on his head from his winter hat. He consistently removes his hat and throws it away. To get or obtain sensory stimulationTania likes the feeling of soft and silky objects. She often touches or caresses other children’s hair. Keep in mind this is a brief description of the basic principles i…
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…tions, and words. Don’t respond to problem behaviour as if it is a type of communication. For example: If your child is screaming in front of the computer for it to be turned on, wait until she has calmed down, praise her for being calm, then give her the desired result. Do not provide any type of reward for the inappropriate behaviour. Provide as little attention as possible. Redirect your child in a very neutral manner. Obtain Attention If probl…
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…ls/gross-motor-activities/ The OT Toolbox. (2022, March 9). Gross motor coordination activities. Retrieved from, https://www.theottoolbox.com/gross-motor-coordination-activities/ Your Therapy Source. (n.d.). 50 Screen free gross motor skills and activities for home. Retrieved from, https://www.yourtherapysource.com/blog1/2020/03/23/gross-motor-skills-and-activities/ Written by: Stephanie Wong OT Reg. (Ont.)…
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