Found an article in KIDS, YOUTH
…ge? What can I do to calm their emotions and get their thinking brain back online? Model calm and reassurance Take a moment to stop and breathe, then decide what to do next. Our own actions could potentially escalate or de-escalate the situation, depending on what we do next. Go to the child Get physically close while respecting the child’s personal space. They will likely not be able to come to you if you call them. They will not be able to foll…
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Found an article in KIDS, YOUTH
…– Grief Section A short video about grief & memories Kids Grief Website Online module – Understanding Children’s Grief Canadian Virtual Hospice “Parenting a child through a death and grief” Video with Andrea Warnick Children and Youth Grief Network What are the 4 C’s? Four Common Concerns of Grieving Children and Youth Dignity Memorial: “Helping Your Child Endure a Loss” by Ken Doka Article, “Coping with Grief: Helping Others Endure Their Los…
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Found an article in ADULTS, SENIORS
…ol for managing your budget and submitting your Passport and SSAH invoices online. Electronic Tools: use of Excel Spreadsheet, Tables charts to keep track of your daily, weekly and monthly expenses. Manual Methods: Planners, invoice tracking sheets Agencies and private businesses: Caregivers have the option to flow the funds through Transfer Payment agencies (such as Community Living agencies, Kerry’s Place Autism Services, Geneva Centre for Autis…
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Found a page in ADULTS, SENIORS, YOUTH
…/www.specialneedsplanning.ca Other Planning Resources MyCommunityHub.ca an online registration and payment space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered by Developmental Service Agencies across Ontario. MyCommunityHub.ca Financial and Legal Issues Resources and information related to financial planning, ODSP, RDSP’s, wills, trusts, power of attorneys and estate planning for individuals with disabilities and their fa…
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ConnectABILITY strives towards creating an online environment that is inclusive and accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of ability. We are continually improving the user experience for all and applying the relevant accessibility standards, while acknowledging that accessibility is an evolving target and there is always room for improvement. As our guide across the site we use the World Wide Web Consortium’s Web Content Accessib…
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Found a page in KIDS, YOUTH
…High School, Post-secondary and Beyond Project Inclusion A series of five online learning modules built around lived experience stories and practical strategies intended for educators from kindergarten through grade 12. Initiated and funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education EDU, the resource is designed to help educators and school board staff combat ableism and promote accessibility, inclusion, and full participation of students with disabili…
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Found a video in ADULTS, KIDS, SENIORS, YOUTH
…rafficking prevention. Jasminder is the Community Development Coordinator at Victim Services Toronto and has worked on gender-based violence prevention strategies for Toronto, Peel, Durham, and Halton Regions. She has also developed an online, Ontario-wide course on human trafficking available to all colleges. As a South Asian woman, she is passionate about social justice and anti-oppressive practices. Recorded at Shared Learning Forum September 2…
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Found a page in ADULTS, SENIORS, YOUTH
…s Developmental Disabilities Justice Toolkit Training videos, webinars, an online tool-kit and resources specifically designed for professionals working in the justice system (police, corrections, probation and parole officers, crown attorneys, youth justice staff, mental health court workers). http://www.community-networks.ca/services/developmental-disabilities-justice-toolkit/ Care, Support and Treatment of People with a Developmental Disability…
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Found a page in YOUTH
…loyment supports and resources Other learning options and programs Related online community resources Hearing from staff, families, and partners Read more >> Interactive Person Directed Planning An interactive presentation on Person Directed Planning tools and resources. Play Videos Transition Practices: Transitioning Out of High School Ministry of education mandated items Mary Ierullo, ASD Consultant, School Support Program, Surrey Place Centre T…
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Found an article in KIDS, YOUTH
…heir child who is already attending a licensed child care program/home child care program should discuss their request with the centre supervisor who can make an online request through the City of Toronto’s request portal 647-426-3220 Download the flyer (pdf)…
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