We’ve been hearing rumors for months. Autism Outreach, the only developmental autism therapy program offered by Family Services, is undergoing a change. No, they’re not expanding the program, and, no, they’re not giving it more money, and, no, they’re not giving our autistic kids support for a longer time. What they are doing is changing Autism Outreach’s therapy approach from DIR/Floortime […]
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Last spring, some parents in the Winnipeg autism community participated in a study with an interesting question – how did they perceive the fit between the therapy and services offered them, and their family’s needs? The following is a summary of what the researchers found. Introduction: When working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), occupational therapists most often use […]
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We love stories – here’s one about a mother and her child, learning to communicate and problem-solve through play. My son has begun his Autism Outreach therapy. For those of you unfamiliar with it – it’s a developmental therapy offered for children with autism. And it’s basically using play to help kids hit those developmental milestones. Our therapist is amazing. […]
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Our kids are always losing things, and then looking blankly at us when we ask where their lunch containers went. So we thought we’d address the issue for ourselves, and maybe also provide a useful product and raise a little money at the same time. ADAPT is running a Mabel’s Labels fundraiser! We’ve tested their products and are quite impressed. […]
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I Can Shine is an organization offering the opportunity to learn how to ride a bicycle for the first time. Last summer was a tremendous success, with 41 kids and adults with disabilities participating. This summer the camp will run from July 4th to 8th, 2016 at the East End Arena in Winnipeg and is hoping to help 40 riders get up on […]
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Once your child is in school, how do you know what you should expect? Sometimes problems arise. Where do you go for advice? There are several made-in-Manitoba documents that exist to help parents know what to expect from their child’s school, and how to effectively resolve problems that arise. A Parent’s Guide to Inclusive Education – Community Living Manitoba Community […]
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Looking for help? On a wait list? Newly diagnosed child? This series of seminars offered at the Rehabilitation Centre for Children is a great starting point, for any parent looking to understand and effectively guide their child. Sessions run at regular intervals, so check with the RCC at 453-9821 to find out when you can register for the next one. […]
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Interested in inclusive education? Here’s a unique opportunity for you this summer! The Manitoba Alliance for Universal Design for Learning (MAUDeL) is hosting its second conference to explore what inclusive education can look like, and to support teachers, educators, and other community members in their efforts to create inclusive schools. For teachers new to UDL, they are also offering a Summer Institute […]
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If you’re like me and you follow a number of autism websites, blogs, Twitter feeds and Facebook pages, you will have noticed there is a diversity of feelings and approaches to what is officially called World Autism Awareness Day. Awareness or acceptance? Light it up blue, red, or taupe? Focus on family struggles or on respecting the value of each […]
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