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This information exchange, sponsored by Reach, is by parents for parents. It's content is guided by Reach's mission to provide choices for families, be family centered, facilitate inclusion, and exist as a quality resource. The information is meant to meet the needs of a multitude of families' interests. We caution readers that Reach does not investigate all claims, and that claims made are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by Reach. Readers are encouraged to undertake further investigation on their own of items noted.
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 Reach News - WORKSHOP: Social Skills & the Hidden Curriculum
Each person will need to develop a base set of skills to interact appropriately with their peers. Saying please and thank you is just the beginning. This workshop aims to provide parents an understanding of the basics of social interactions as well as the Hidden Curriculum - the rules of social behaviour that often are acquired by feeling socially awkward. Often our children who think differently need to be taught about these hidden rules explicitly.
Facilitated by: Pam Collins
Appropriate for parents of children aged 3 - 19
Date: Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: Reach Child and Youth Development Society
#3 - 3800 72nd Street, Delta, BC - Register by Email here or phone: 604-946-6622, ext 343
- Come join us and bring your friends to Rocking for Reach: A benefit concert and dance for Reach Child and Youth Development Society. Featuring rock/blues band Incognito with guests Jerry Doucette and Ken Boychuk. For ages 19 and over. Saturday, March 31, 2012, at KinVillage Community Centre 5430 10th avenue Tsawwassen. Doors open 7pm. Tickets $20 or $25 at the door. Tickets available at Videoland Tsawwassen and Videoland Ladner or at Reach at #3 3800 72nd Street in East Ladner.
Sponsored by The Kinsmen Club of Ladner/Tsawwassen, Century Group, Envision Financial, Thrifty's Foods, Delta Cable and the South Delta Leader newspaper.
A great night of dancing to the rockin' sounds of Vancouver's legendary musicians. The event will also feature appetizers courtesy of Thrifty's Foods Tsawwassen, cash bar, a 50/50 draw, and a silent 'ROCKTION' with rock n' roll goodies to bid on. All proceeds from this event will go towards Reach's project to build a new child development centre in the heart of Ladner. For more information call 604-946-6622
- Reach Preschool registration for fall 2012
Reach Developmental Preschool South Delta #3 3800 72nd street Ladner.
In-house registration for returning families will begin Monday, February 27th and is ongoing.
In-house registration for new families will begin on Saturday, March 3rd from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Reach Developmental Preschool North Delta at 10921 82nd avenue North Delta.
In-house registration for returning families will begin Monday, February 27th and is ongoing.
In-house registration for new families will begin on Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For more information please call 604-946-6622 ext 308 or Email here
- Kids Friendship Club (KFC) - Learning Social Skills and Using them!
Social skills are one of the most important skills that children need to learn. More importantly, children need to have the opportunity to use the social skills they have learned. Kids Friendship Club is a program that provides a natural setting where children will be learning and practicing the social skills through playing, chatting, snacking, outing, and more. - Grade 1 - 3 boys and girls Time: Monday, 6pm - 7:30pm Dates: April 16 - June 18, 2012 (closed for May 21st) Location: 10921 82nd Ave, North Delta Cost: $630 per child for 9 weeks
- Grade 4 - 6 boys and girls Time: Wednesday, 6pm - 7:30pm Dates: April 11 - June 13, 2012 Location: 10921 82nd Ave, North Delta Cost: $675 per child for 10 weeks
- Grade 7- 9 boys and girls Time: Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm Dates: April 10 - June 12, 2012 Location: 10921 82nd Ave, North Delta Cost: $700 per child for 10 weeks
- Grade 10 - 12 boys and girls Time: Saturday, 10am - 1pm Dates: April 14 - June 16, 2012 Location: 10921 82nd Ave, North Delta Cost: $950 per child for 10 weeks
- **Most families use the autism funding to cover the cost of the program
- Registration - please contact Carol Ywan TEL: 604-946-6622, ext 343 or
Email here.
- Parent Circle: Parent Support Circle is a free, monthly, confidential parent gathering with a focus on parenting children with ADHD or behaviour challenges. Led by trained facilitators. The last Friday of every month from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
at Reach, #3 3800 72nd street Ladner
To register call Lisa at 604-946-6622 ext.342 or email here
or call Bella at 604-569-3110 or email here
- We're building a child development centre in the heart of the community. Click here to find out how you can help.
Click here to see our WEBSITE! 
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Autism - Brain Scans Can Detect Autism as Early as 6 Months.
New research provides evidence that wiring in the brains of children with autism differs from typically developing children as early as six months of age, according to a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry on Friday. "This is the earliest study of brain development using neuro-imaging," says Geraldine Dawson, Ph.D. "By six months of age, even before the symptoms [of autism] emerge, the brain networks that connect different brain regions do not develop correctly." Click here to read more
- Great Autism Visual. This is a good overall visual about Autism. Would make a great poster or even a visual for training regular education teachers. Click here to see this great visual!
- Video: Group homes for adults with autism AutismHangout. Independent living for our special needs sons and daughters can be a reality! It may be hard to imagine when they're small, but maturity brings changes... many of them good! And their desire to live an independent life can emerge. It has with our son, Nolan. And we've found a most rewarding opportunity for his dream. Meet Chris. Chris is the owner/operator of the group home where Nolan now lives. There was a process to find this home, and there are hurdles to jump. But the best news is, our special kids have opportunities to live independent lives. There are good people out there who care... and make that compassion their livelihood. Click here to read more and see the video!
- Let me tell you a little about celebrating autism. When I tell the average person that my son has Autism, they feel really bad for me. The fact is that there is a lot to celebrate.
Milestones are an achievement, not just an item on a list. When you have a child with Autism, you learn to appreciate the milestones, both big and small. Some would say that we celebrate a little too much for such little accomplishments but I'd argue that we celebrate accordingly, it's other parents who take them for granted. First words, learning to walk, swimming, riding a bike, reading, writing... all these things that make parents proud are far more than just steps along the way when your child has Autism... they're cause for celebration. Click here to read more
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Speak No Evil: 8 Things Family, Friends, and Complete Strangers Shouldn't Say to Parents of Autistic Kids. 1. "Are you planning to have any more children?" Hmm. Are you planning to have sex tonight? Why people ask such personal questions of strangers or acquaintances is unknown to me. Click here to read more
- Autism Awareness: To stim or not to stim, is it an option? We all do it. We have funny little ways that we settle our nerves or process the world around us. For many, like my son, taking in information can send him into overload. You see many children and adults with Autism Spectrum and Related Disabilities also often have Sensory Integration Disorders. This means the information they are receiving about their surroundings may not be accurate. Click here to read more
- 2012 International Naturally Autistic People Awards Nominations Now Open! Nominations are Now Open for our 3rd annual International Naturally Autistic People Awards. This year we have 7 exciting categories including the addition of Excellence in Sport and Excellence in Technology. A wonderful opportunity to nominate an autistic individual you know in a variety of areas such as Visual and Performing Arts, Community Awards, Literary Arts and others. We have children/youth and adult categories.
All nominees receive a certificate of participation and an opportunity to become a recipient of a 2012 International Naturally Autistic People Award. Nominate someone you know today to show what autistic people can achieve! Deadline for nominations: March 20, 2012
Thank You, Charlie Collura Vice President Naturally Autistic® ANCA®
Nomination forms here
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Life Skills Hub Teen Life Skills HUB: The Life Skills HUB was created to assist teens in
developing attitudes and skills necessary to help them prepare for their future.
Ages: 13 - 18
Dates: Thursday, April 19th to Thursday, June 21st
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $600 per child/session
Location: Classroom 102 North Surrey Secondary 15945 - 96 Avenue Surrey, BC
Contact Us: Email here
604.513.8983
604.513.8984 (f)
*Cost of Life Skills Group is eligible for full funding through
Autism Funding Unit.
- Next Richmond Autism Parent Support (RAPS) meeting will be the last Thursday of the month which is quickly approaching!
This month we are delighted to inform you that Jodi Gilmore will be our special guest speaker! She will be discussing "challenges in behaviour and daily living" a topic I'm sure we can all relate to - so bring your questions! For those of you who don't know Jodi, she has years of experience supporting children and families in the areas of relationship-building, behaviour, daily living, social communication and play. As usual, we will also have a chance to share information and resources, talk about advocating for our children, etc.
Feb. 23rd (Thursday)
#210 - 3671 Chatham Street
7:30 to 9:00 pm The room is above the Chatham Speech and Language clinic. Just go up the stairs and enter the door on your left (210).
We hope to see you all there :) Karen & Cris RAPS
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SOCIAL SUCCESS GROUPS: Let's Talk! The ability to share our thoughts, beliefs, and ideas with others is an essential skill required to establish and maintain many different relationships. Many children with ASD have difficulty planning, initiating and sustaining conversations. Click here for more information
RICHMOND #220-2851 Simpson Rd.(off Bridgeport.)
Beginning the week of April 1st to May 31st, 2012 3:45 to 5:45 pm
- SOCIAL SUCCESS GROUPS are dynamic group teaching programs that are held weekly at our clinic. In each 2-hour group session, participants spend time learning specific skills related to Conversation Skills, followed by the opportunity to practice and generalize these skills in a fun activity with some coaching.
- Suitable for school-aged children and teens with a diagnosis of High Functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, or those needing extra support to be more successful in the social world. Students will be grouped based on age and maturity (9-12 yrs) and (13-16yrs).
- Costs are $660 for (8 sessions) at our Child Care Worker rates and are eligible under BC's Autism Funding. Behavioural assessment is required prior to initial entry.
- To Register Email here or call 604.531.4544
- Join ASPIRES as we set out on our 5th annualsnowshoeingtrail for another great snow adventure. Youth/young adults with Asperger Syndrome and their families gather for some snow and social fun. We encourage those that would like to bring friends to do so; the more the merrier. Back by popular demand, this event attracts repeat families who consider it one of the highlights of our organization. A truly Canadianactivity. Bundle up warm with gloves, a toque and warm boots andASPIRES families will be led on a guided tour of Cypress Bowl, complete with snowshoe rentals. DETAILS: Date: Sunday, March 4th Time: 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Place: Cypress Bowl X-country ski/snowshoe parking lot Cost: $30 per person (* bring ID for snowshoe rental*) Register with Sue Rennie: Email hereor Phone: 604-722-9277
We'll be meeting in the Nordic X-country ski parking lot (Cypress Mt. area, first centre you come to). **PLEASE RESPOND BY FRIDAY FEB 17 (confirmation of numbers essential for Cypress Mtn contact by Saturday.
- The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is excited to be offering another Soup from the Soul Program in Vancouver! Soup from the Soul is a pre-vocational program that teaches young adults living with Autism Spectrum Disorder basic culinary skills and standard workplace expectations. We are currently recruiting participants aged 16-26 for the week-long program in March.
More information can be found HERE
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Down Syndrome
- You are Invited to a Delta Down Syndrome Support Group meeting: OUR GOALS ARE
· To provide guest speakers (Reach therapists, community
professionals and other programs) to discuss common issues
· To provide support and information to families in Delta who
have a child with Down Syndrome
· To help connect parents of children with Down Syndrome
· To provide monthly meetings for parents and their children
· To provide on-site child minding while you attend the
discussion
When: First Thursday of each month
Where: Reach Developmental Preschool North Delta
10921 - 82nd Avenue, Delta, BC
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cost: No charge
Light refreshments provided
Please RSVP to Sarah Garnham at 604-946-6622 extension 321.
or email here
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FASD - FASD Expert, Claire Coles, discusses the effects of FASD (video). Dr. Claire Coles, Professor of Psychiatry at Emory University School of Medicine, discusses the effects of FASD, including mathematics deficits and arousal disregulation. Dr. Coles stresses the importance of early intervention and points out the ongoing problem of women drinking before they know they are pregnant. Click here to see the video
- Richmond FASD Roundtable's 4th Annual Conference Date: Mar 6, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Place: Richmond Multicultural Centre Performance Hall
Host: Richmond FASD Roundtable
FASD and Mental Health Speakers: Dr. Christine Lilley, and Allision Mounsey, MSW Both speakers are with the Complex Developmental Behavioural Condition (CDBC) Clinic at Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children. The FASD Richmond Roundtable was formed in 2008. It is a community initiative that builds FASD awareness through education and prevention. For more information Click here for website OR Email here
- Understanding and Caring for Adults and Adolescents with FASD.
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Learning Series via Live Webcast Save the Date Notice
- Fifth National Biennial Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: It's a Matter of Justice. This conference will provide a forum to share research, experience and practice in order to discuss how we can effectively sustain and enhance the lives of adolescents and adults with FASD, their families, service providers, and communities. Are we adequately addressing and supporting the needs and rights of adolescents and adults with FASD within our society? Do individuals with FASD have timely and appropriate access to health care, housing, social services, legal and civil justice and employment? How can we build on the strengths of existing systems to identify and address barriers and move forward to provide effective ethical support? How do we provide focused and targeted approaches across services, and systems to create an integrated and collaborative approach to supporting individuals with FASD? These are the essential elements for social justice and we are just starting to explore and understand what will be required to put these into action.
- Langley - FASD adoptive and foster parents. Monthly support group meetings for those with children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Info: Jamie, 604-530-5917.
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Medical - MindCheck. This website was created in order to assist young people to identify and understand mental distress they may be experiencing and to link them to sources of help that will enable them to learn skills and strategies to manage these problems. Being able to recognize early signs and finding ways to deal with them increases the chances of better long-term outcomes and positive mental health across the lifespan. Click here to learn more!
- Child and Youth Mental Health Matters. This conference brings together an interdisciplinary group of professionals working in the field of mental health with young people and parents and other stakeholders to share knowledge and experiences related to child and youth mental health. There are three themes woven through the conferences: Family Mental Health, Children of Parents with Mental Illness and Young Carers.
May 6 to 8, 2012
The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites 1763 Comox Street, Vancouver
Click here for more information
- The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre and the FORCE Society for Kids' Mental Health are pleased to announce an amazing lineup of educational events for the first half of the year 2012. Starting in January, we will be providing youth, families, educators and health professionals with opportunities to learn about topics from bullying, internet addiction, autism, cannabis use, and self-harm to developing self advocacy skills and involving dads in mental health care. These events are free of charge and open to everyone in British Columbia. To find out more about the dates, topics, and how you can join in, view our poster or visit our website HERE .
29 MARCH Mental Health of Immigrant Youth
26 APRIL Autism Spectrum Disorders
24 MAY Self Advocacy Skills for Parents and Youth
28 JUNE Psychiatric Conditions and Metabolic Syndrome
Time Thursdays, 12-1pm (PST)
Registration PHONE 604-875-2084 or 1-800-665-1822
EMAIL HERE
WEB HERE
14 MARCH 'Involving Dads': Dads Talking about Mental Health
11 APRIL ADHD: 'Coping with ADHD'
9 MAY Self Harm in Young People
14 JUNE Laughter in Challenging Times
Time 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm (PST)
Registration PHONE 604-873-3400
EMAIL HERE
WEB HERE
- Mind Matters e-newsletter provides new resources and programs offered by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) BC Division and is committed to the mental health of British Columbians. Click here for the current edition
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Education - NYT: After Recess: Change the World. A BATTLE between a class of fourth graders and a major movie studio would seem an unequal fight.So it proved to be: the studio buckled. And therein lies a story of how new Internet tools are allowing very ordinary people to defeat some of the most powerful corporate and political interests around - by threatening the titans with the online equivalent of a tarring and feathering. Click here to read more
- Limits on special-needs students are discriminatory: Minister Abbott says government is considering changing the law as early as this spring. The Liberal government is re-examining a law that limits the number of special-needs students in B.C. class-rooms because it is discriminatory, Education Minister George Abbott said Saturday.He made the comment after addressing a weekend meeting of the B.C. School Superintendents' Association, where he lauded a report from a Victoria parent group that also describes the restrictions as unfair and calls for them to be scrapped. Click here to read more
- New special-needs cash can't outweigh loss of teachers' bargaining rights. One of the good-news tidbits tossed out this week during a radio address by B.C. Premier Christy Clark was the promise to spend an extra $165-million for special-needs students in the classroom. There is a murky back story to that announcement. The footprints lead to the bog created 10 years ago when the B.C. Liberal government, with Ms. Clark serving as education minister, stripped teachers of the right to negotiate their working conditions. Click here to read more
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February is Inclusive Education Month! The BC Association for Community Living is celebrating and promoting Inclusion in our Schools by providing awards to individuals and groups who exemplify inclusive classrooms at their very best. Be sure to send us your nomination for 2012 by March 2nd. Winners will be honoured at our conference in Penticton, May 30-June 2, which typically hosts over 500 attendees. Click here for more information
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Workshops and Training - The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre and the FORCE Society for Kids' Mental Health are pleased to announce an amazing lineup of educational events for the first half of the year 2012. Starting in January, we will be providing youth, families, educators and health professionals with opportunities to learn about topics from bullying, internet addiction, autism, cannabis use, and self-harm to developing self advocacy skills and involving dads in mental health care. These events are free of charge and open to everyone in British Columbia. To find out more about the dates, topics, and how you can join in, view our poster or visit our website HERE
- Autism Awareness Centre presents: Paula Kluth and Barbara Sher
- February 24, 2011 Paula Kluth: "You're Going to Love This Kid": Teaching & Supporting Children on the Spectrum
- February 25, 2011 Barbara Sher: The Power of Play: How Sensory Games Can Stimulate Motor, Social, Cognitive and Language Skills for all Children
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Register Early! Seating is Limited. Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel 7571 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC Learn practical skills that can be immediately implemented into existing curriculum and training programs, at home or in school! Click here for more information and to register!
- Challenging Behaviors in Young Children: A Multi-Disciplinary Guide to
Effective Responding. Date: February 25, 2012
Sheraton Guildford
15269- 104th Ave
Surrey, BC V3R 1N5
Before Jan 28 : $95.00/person
After Jan 28: $110.00/person
Click here for more information
- 4th Annual Conference of the BC Association for Applied Behaviour Analysis (BC-ABA)
University of British Columbia
Scarfe Building, 2125 Main Mall
March 2, 2012, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
We are pleased to present a three-hour pre-conference workshop on sleep
problems and solutions, presented by Dr. V. Mark Durand, Professor,
University of South Florida-Petersburg. Dr. Durand is the author of Sleep
better: A guide to improving sleep for children with special needs
(1998) and When children don't sleep well: Interventions for
pediatric sleep disorders (2008).
March 3, 2012, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Keynote address by Dr. Durand; BC-ABA annual general meeting; research
studies and presentations on assessment, interventions for problem behaviour,
early intervention, parent/family training, and school-based and adult
interventions; and a dedicated session on ethical issues for behaviour analysts
The Call for Papers and online registration will be available soon HERE - Families Promoting Employment First. Employment holds an important part in everyone's Life. Join the Family Support Institute in a workshop that can help you to develop some ideas and strategies around employment
for your son or daughter! We can help you begin to think differently. - DATE: March 3rd, 2012
TIME: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion
2702 Norland Avenue, Burnaby
RSVP: February 24th, 2012
Contact: Valerie Irving (604-540--8374 ext. 521) or Email here
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Positive Supports for Group Settings WORKSHOP. Emily Keats is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and Registered Clinical Counsellor with sixteen years experience supporting persons with special needs in various roles. Emily brings her enthusiasm for positive supports and excitement for teamwork to this presentation, which will focus on supports for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.
Participants can expect to take away practical and resourceful ideas on how to arrange the environment to reduce challenging behaviours and increase participation in small or large group settings. We will consider functions of behaviour and how to use preventative strategies to reduce the likelihood of challenging behaviour occurring. Consequence strategies will also be reviewed as a means of reducing problem behaviours. The last half hour of the presentation will be reserved for a discussion on working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members and parents to increase positive outcomes.
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Who should attend this Workshop: Early Childhood Educators, Daycare, Preschool, Out of School Care operators and staff, Supported Child Development Assistants & Consultants, Teachers, Educational Assistants, and Parents.
Where: Unit 220 - 2851 Simpson Road, Richmond, BC ( just off Bridgeport Road ).
When: Monday, March 5th, 2012 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost: $40.00 - receipts will be issued. Certificates of Attendance are also available for ECE/educational staff.
REGISTRATION: to register Email hereor call 604-531-4544.
NOTE: This class is limited to 40 participants. Don't be disappointed - register early! We will keep a waitlist and offer a second presentation if there is sufficient demand.
- Richmond FASD Roundtable's 4th Annual Conference Date: Mar 6, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Place: Richmond Multicultural Centre Performance Hall
Host: Richmond FASD Roundtable
FASD and Mental Health Speakers: Dr. Christine Lilley, and Allision Mounsey, MSW Both speakers are with the Complex Developmental Behavioural Condition (CDBC) Clinic at Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children. The FASD Richmond Roundtable was formed in 2008. It is a community initiative that builds FASD awareness through education and prevention. For more information Click here for website OR email here - TEEN TRANSITION PLANNING. Two-day training: Learn to build effective transition
teams for youth and young adult s with Special Needs.Teen Transition Planning is the group-based process that uses tools like PATH, team meetings, and other community resources to actually accomplish the tasks and goals necessary to successfully move a person into stable adult living. This workshop presents a COMPLETE PROGRAM that integrates PATH into our Teen Transition Planning guide, giving parents and professionals a powerful combination of tools for working through this challenging stage of life. - Cost = $195 for 9-5 Thursday and Friday, March 8th and 9th, 2012.
Location: Langley School Board office: 4875 - 222nd St., Langley, BC
To register: call Pivot Point FGC Inc. 604.531.4544.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 2nd. 2012. - Click here for more information
- Hey! My Brain Doesn't Work That Way! Exploring Brain Differences Understanding Sensory Processing Promoting Self-Regulation Supporting Stress Management. Presented by; Marc Landry Occupational Therapist. Marc's Website Here. Important information to understand insupporting ASD, ADHD, LD, SPD, OCD, PTSD, anxiety, lack of movement, self regulation, and the male human.
- Spring Break Workshop - March 20, 2012 from 9 am to 3 pm
- Fee: $60.
Location: Unity of Vancouver 5840 Oak St
(Between 42nd and 43rd Ave on the east side of Oak St.) Enter down
stairway on lane side of building. Some Parking available
Registration: To register and pay (credit card) through EventBrite ($4.59 fee), Click here - To pay in advance by check or money order payable to Marc Landry (no fee)
Please mail payment to Marc Landry 1701-1188 Howe St Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2S8 EMail here.
You may ALSO register IN ADVANCE by e-mail and pay at the door ($60 cash/check+HST-no fee).
Full Day Workshop - Light mid morning snacks/beverage. Light lunch of vegetarian samosas and water. Please feel free to bring your own lunch if you prefer. Refrigerator available.
- Emotion Management, Relationships, Healthy Sexuality for Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome
Presented by Isabelle Hénault, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist, University of Quebec
March 30 & 31, 2012
Registration: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Presentation: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Downtown Campus, Simon Fraser University
SFU Harbour Centre
515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver CLick here for more information -
Fifth National Biennial Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal
Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Social Justice - Moving Forward
April 18 - 21, 2012
The Hyatt Regency Vancouver, British Columbia Click here for more information
- Social Skills Success Workshop for those with Autism Spectrum
Disorders - All Kids Can Succeed: Handling Challenging Behaviours
and Reaching Social Skills with Jed Baker, Ph.D.
Date: Vancouver, British Columbia - Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Venue: Norman Rothstein Theatre - 950 West 41st Ave (at Oak Street)
Here are Just a Few of The Benefits of Attending:
- Learn how to prevent and manage meltdowns or tantrums
- Learn strategies to teach verbal and non-verbal students
- Find out how to develop an effective behavior plan
- Become a facilitator to help create peer acceptance
- Gain skills in teaching peers to be more tolerant and supportive
- Inclusion Techniques for creating lasting friendships
- Discover how to put together a social skills training programs
- Case studies that show the strategies in action
- Discover the reasons for social deficits & disruptive behavior
- Hey! My Brain Doesn't Work That Way! Exploring Brain Differences Understanding Sensory Processing Promoting Self-Regulation Supporting Stress Management. Presented by; Marc Landry Occupational Therapist. Marc's Website here Important information to understand in supporting ASD, ADHD, LD, SPD, OCD, PTSD, anxiety, lack of movement, self regulation, and the male human.
- April 20, 2012 from 9 am to 3 pm
- Fee: $60.
Location: Unity of Vancouver 5840 Oak St
(Between 42nd and 43rd Ave on the east side of Oak St.) Enter down
stairway on lane side of building. Some Parking available
Registration: To register and pay (credit card) through EventBrite ($4.59 fee), CLick here - To pay in advance by check or money order payable to Marc Landry (no fee)
Please mail payment to Marc Landry 1701-1188 Howe St Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2S8 Email here
You may ALSO register IN ADVANCE by e-mail and pay at the door ($60 cash/check+HST-no fee).
Full Day Workshop - Light mid morning snacks/beverage. Light lunch of vegetarian samosas and water. Please feel free to bring your own lunch if you prefer. Refrigerator available.
- Child and Youth Mental Health Matters. This conference brings together an interdisciplinary group of professionals working in the field of mental health with young people and parents and other stakeholders to share knowledge and experiences related to child and youth mental health. There are three themes woven through the conferences: Family Mental Health, Children of Parents with Mental Illness and Young Carers.
May 6 to 8, 2012
The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites 1763 Comox Street, Vancouver
Click here for more information
- Save the Date! Family Focus Conference
The popular and much-anticipated 2012 Family Focus Conference will be held in Langley, B.C. on October 19-21, 2012. Family Focus Society organizes conferences by and for families who support a child or adult with a developmental disability. The society's mission is to "enhance family strengths and resources through direct family involvement that preserves the dignity of all families within their community." Learn more about Family Focus and the upcoming conference HERE
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Seasonal - Registration is now open for...One to One Support in Surrey Parks & Rec Spring Break Day Camps
For children with disabilities ages 6-12yrs In order for a participant to receive one to one support: STEP 1 First register in a Spring Break day camp and ensure that the day camp runs Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm. STEP 2 When you register for the day camp, you must also register for the week of one to one support that matches the dates of the camp. 4286844 Mar 12-16 M-F 9:00-3:00pm 4286845 Mar 19-23 M-F 9:00-3:00pm *Each participant is eligible for 1 week of support for Spring Break in order to provide this service to as many families as possible. Limited spots available so register ASAP. Phone 604-501-5100 or on-line -
CHILDREN & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT CAMP DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society will be holding an Empowerment Camp for Children & Youth in spring 2012. The focus will be on: identifying and expressing emotions, healthy ways to express feelings of anger, self esteem, assertiveness and aggressiveness, abuse, safety planning, conflict resolution, peer relations, anti-bullying, anti-gang education, and substance abuse.
There will also be A LOT OF FUN ACTIVITIES. Snacks / lunch will be provided.
March, 19-22, 2012 (Monday-Thursday)
10:00am-3:30pm
Camp will be grouped as follows:
(Ages 6-8; 9-11; 12-15; 16-18)
ALL GROUPS ARE FREE OF CHARGE. LOCATION: Richardson Elementary 11339 - 83 Avenue, Delta, BC, V4C 7B9
Space is limited, so REGISTER TODAY Call 604-597-0205 ext. 1282 or Email here
- Easter Seals Summer 2012 Camps: The schedule for this summer is NOW available! Registration starts April 1st. Please visit The Website here for all the information.
- The Fraser Valley Autism Society (FVAS) is pleased to offer to families with an ASD child potential subsidy or full payment of camp fees for attendance at a camp (week or day camp) this Summer 2012. If you are interested please contact Karen Davis Email here or phone 604-490-3827 for more information.
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Other - Pencil Picks for Sensory Kids. Handwriting is a complex skill that can be very difficult for children with sensory processing challenges. Consequently, these children tend to avoid writing because it can be quite frustrating for them. There are different types of writing tools that offer sensory solutions for these children to help make writing an easier task. Here are some tools that may be helpful in exploring ways to best suit your child's writing & sensory needs. Click here to read more
- To obtain a Surrey recreational pass you now have to go directly to the rec. center and not the ministry office. You need to provide the following items when applying for a pass at the recreational centers; · Notice of tax assessment (sent to you by Revenue Canada) · G.S.T. statement (sent to you by Revenue Canada) · Bank statement or utility bill (cell phone, cable, etc) · Photo ID · Cost is $ 12.75 · If the person has children, they will need to provide their child tax assessment (sent to you by Revenue Canada) This all takes place at your recreational centers. You don't need to go to the Ministry offices any more.
- Starting February 18th, Cineplex offers a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family! Every Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m., for only $2.50* per person, you can enjoy Family Favourites on the big screen, with a different film each week. This exciting new program kicks off with the original Muppet Movie on Saturday, February 18th. Tickets are on sale now, and SCENE® members can earn 25 points for each film! Click here for more information
- Support for Grandparents and Kids. Now, funding from the Ministry of Children and Family Development for the establishment of a Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Line and email support means that grandparents in BC can get the help and advice they need. Click here to read more
- RICHMOND: THURSDAY NIGHT SOCIAL For youth 18-25 years. Come expand your world, Meet new friends, Hang out, And have great conversations. EVERY THURSDAY
March 15 - June 14
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm at Youth Connections Richmond Caring Place 170- 7000 Minoru blvd. Participation is free but registration is required. There may be a cost involved in some of the
activities. Possible activities include:Wii competition, dinner out, Spa night, watching a hockey game at BP. Bring your ideas for things to do. We're always open to suggestion. For more info or to register, please contact Kerstin Grossmann Email here! or phone: 604-279-8245 - CLBC eligibility is NOT required. Participants have to be verbal and able to access the community independently.
- SOCIAL LIFE: The dates for the social group are as follows for next quarter: address is 620 8th street New Westminster, Moody Park Youth Centre from 2pm until 4pm
Need more info? Call Stephanie at 604 765 9784
- February 26 2012 cupcakes
- March 11 2012 pizza day
- March 25 2012 cupcakes
Do you have a favorite board game , craft or other idea you want to bring with you? please do! We have lots of space to be creative.
Hope to see you there! Stephanie Click here for more information
- DCLS and DFAN present: In Transition: Delta Parents of Youth with Developmental Disabilities
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- Do you have a child with a developmental disability in Grade 10 or above?
- Do you wonder what will happen when High School is over?
Come and meet other parents, share ideas and experiences and
Begin to plan for your son's or daughter's future.
We meet Saturday morning, 9.30 - 12.30, most months either in Ladner or North Delta:
North Delta location: Delta Community Living Society, Scott Road Connections, #105-7953 Scott Rd.(behind the Greek Village Restaurant), North Delta, BC, V4C 6P6
Ladner location: Delta Community Living Society, #1 -3800-72nd Street, Delta, BC, V4K 3N2
- To find out more information about these events, please contact Si Stainton, Delta Community Living Society, Family Services Liaison, Email here , 604-952-6490 or visit our website Here
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Parent Network
or 604-946-6622 ext 359.
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