Kids out of school getting you down? Is there chaos and lack of schedule?
March 23, 2020
Many parents and their children with disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, and FASD are scrambling to cope amid the drastic changes that have essentially halted
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Let’s Talk About Autism Part 1 (Episode 4)
January 18, 2021 No Comments
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by repetitive behaviors and difficulty with social skills, speech and nonverbal communication.
This the first episode in our two-part introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Let’s Talk About Autism Part 2 (Episode 5)
January 18, 2021 No Comments
Cynthia and Bethany continue their discussion by looking at some things that can be put in place to help people with autism. They can also be helpful for people who do not have an Autism diagnosis.
Swinging Upside Down Episode 2: Using Routines to Thrive During Self-Isolation (Part 1)
March 23, 2020 No Comments
The COVID-19 global pandemic is having a huge impact, and this is especially true for parents, whether or not their children have disabilities. Many of
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An image is worth a thousand words. Visual schedules can help people “see” what you mean, prepare for transitions, build autonomy and reduce anxiety. They can also work with many different ages and abilities. In this interactive workshop, you will learn and practice how to create and use visual schedules.
Visual supports are simple tools that can make a big difference when working with people who have communication difficulties. During this training, you will learn what visual supports are, why they are important, with whom they can be used and how to use them easily.