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…workshop is geared for: Families and youth/young adults between the ages of 16-26 Youth who are on diverse high school pathways including students taking non-credit courses, on a certificate stream, or in a special education program Join us to discuss and explore: Accessing employment supports and resources Other learning options and programs Related online community resources Hearing from staff, families and partners Date: Wednesday, May 8…
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…of the steps involved: finding one’s toothbrush, getting some toothpaste, opening toothpaste, squeezing toothpaste onto the toothbrush, opening one’s mouth, brushing teeth gently, and rinsing one’s mouth with water. Even a simple task like brushing teeth can be very complex. Now, list the steps to a self-care task that you would like to teach your child. Once you have the steps listed, make a note of which steps he is able to do and which ones ma…
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…possible function of the behaviour is to escape an activity – Asha may be escaping the activity that comes after “tidy up” time. But we’re going to focus on “planning for change” for the first possible reason seeing as the activities that come after “tidying up” are ones that Asha also enjoys. Now it’s time to move onto the next step and plan for change. Step 3: Plan for Change Planning for change involves making the behaviour irrelevant, ineffici…
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…what he is doing or teachers will go to him immediately and direct him to come down. Wayne does not usually comply with the verbal direction to “come down”. Teachers then physically assist Wayne to get down and he often resists and shouts. We also see this behaviour during outdoor play time. Wayne climbs to the top of the playground structure and jumps on the spot. He appears to be excited, makes sounds and laughs. Teachers allow Wayne to climb o…
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…idors, mats at door entrances, and exits to buildings) corridors should be free of obstacles (e.g., chairs, tables) “diffused strip lighting” is preferred Programming Recommendations children with visual impairments rely on auditory information for some part of their learning. Books on tape or CD, spoken output from the computer, and use of tape recorders provide a quick means of access that has the advantage of being meaningful to sighted peers….
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…f the child will encounter daily to help establish routine. As the child becomes more comfortable, introduce small changes gradually to help him/her develop some flexibility. Examples could be changes in routine, place, and staff, using visual supports and schedules to cue the changes to the child. Provide a written individual schedule for the child with ASD, showing what s/he will be doing and with whom. Post this where it can easily be seen by s…
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…u need to register your child for camp? Not sure what camps are out there? Come join us for an information session on camps and respite registration. This workshop is suitable for caregivers of children 4 -18 who would like to have a better understanding of the what’s, when, and how’s of registering for camp. When April 18 | 11am – 12:30pm May 2 | 11am – 12:30pm May 16 | 11am – 12:30pm Registration The group is free. To register to one of the thr…
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…ast, Toronto ON M4E 1E5 Registration cost: $5 per person, supporters are free Once registered and paid, refunds will not be issued. Date and time: Saturday August 10thTH 7 – 8:30pm Autism Ontario does not offer transfer-of-care. Caregivers of participants under the age of 18 must remain at Beaches Sandbox for the duration of the event. When: August 10th, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Location Beaches Sandbox Community Centre 2181 Queen Street E…
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…uipped peer facilitators to conduct family workshops across Ontario. These FREE sessions will introduce the opportunities available during the school years to frame employment as a goal before and after graduation. Ines de Escallon | Online Session April 25 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm May 1 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm May 9 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Register here Mike Adair | In Person Session Toronto Public Library, Palmerston Branch – 560 Palmerston Ave, Toronto, ON…
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…ware that the child may not wish to proceed with desensitization if they become uncomfortable and have a negative emotional response. Use fragrance free cleaning products including laundry detergent. Avoid wearing perfume or cologne or using strongly scented personal care products if you are near the child on a regular basis. In class, seat the child away from triggering scents such as the garbage bin. You can seat them next to the window if the…
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