Anchor Rehabilitation Support Services
Anchor Specialized Support services provides support in a wide variety of settings such as residence
π£ We're excited to support an event for amazing foster families who care for the most vulnerable in our community! π
π Join us for a night of laughter at "the Shaw" or from the comfort of your own home with our special link. π
π» Can't make it in person? No problem! Grab the link and enjoy the comedy night from your living room!
π Help us spread the word and bring awareness to this wonderful event! Share it with your network and let's make a difference together! π
ποΈ Purchase tickets and get ready to laugh: www.comedyforfpso.com
π€ Supporting mental health and neurodiversity is a community effort. π
That's why we're proud to partner with local organizations that provide resources and support for individuals and families affected by neurodiversity.
π If you're looking for community resources for mental health and neurodiversity, please reach out to us. We're here to help you and your family access the support you need. π
π We are honoured to share the stories of our neurodiverse clients who have benefited from our Behaviour Therapy program. π Here's what one client had to say:
βThe Anchor Behaviour team is AMAZING!
We are so blessed to have them working our two kids and can already see a different in the success of the Behaviour Support Plan they are implementing!β π€
If you or a loved one is neurodiverse and requires support in managing behaviour or mental health challenges, we're here to help. π
Behaviour Therapy is a highly effective treatment for neurodiverse patients who require support in managing their mental health. πͺ
Our therapists work collaboratively with patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans that are tailored to their specific needs. π
If you or a loved one is neurodiverse and requires support in managing mental health challenges, we encourage you to seek out professional Behaviour Therapy services. π§ββοΈ
π€ Did you know that neurodiverse individuals are at a higher risk for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and behavioural issues? π
At Anchor Rehabilitation, we offer Behaviour Therapy programs that are specifically designed to support the unique needs of neurodiverse patients.
π This Mental Health Week, we encourage everyone to learn more about neurodiversity and the importance of personalized mental health care. π§ π
ππ Welcome to Mental Health Week! ππ At Anchor Rehabilitation, we offer Behaviour Therapy programs for neurodiverse patients who require support in managing their mental health.
π§ Our highly trained therapists work with patients and their families π€ in-home or in the community, providing personalized care and support under the direction of regulated healthcare professionals. π¨ββοΈ
π©ββοΈ We are proud to support Mental Health Week and raise awareness about the importance of mental health.
Here are some of our favourite tips for caregivers to make their mental health a priority. You can only give what youβve got, so you need to take time for yourself! π
Join our amazing behaviour services team at Anchor! βοΈβοΈβ¨
We are looking for Behaviour Therapy Assistants to join our team for several cities across Ontario.
Reach out today and find out why were are an award winning team!
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Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 8
Check out our amazing momma bear, Stacie Dertinger! As the head of the Anchor Behavioural Services Program, not enough words can express our appreciation and gratitude for her. Stacie has done an impeccable job every day in helping our program grow to become the best it can be. She leads with a servant's heart and ensures that we provide the best quality of services.
Stacie takes the time to listen and learn about all providers in the behaviour services program, fostering their individual professional growth, supporting and fostering their scope of practice, and areas of interest in the field. She demonstrates impeccable leadership, collaborative, and organizational skills. Stacie makes a positive impact every single day on colleagues, clients, and families she works with.
Kind, caring, empathetic, understanding, encouraging, supportive, humble, motivated, and persevering, Stacie genuinely takes the time to foster and support healthy employees so we can all continue to provide the best quality of services. She is also creative in constantly presenting innovative ideas to grow our program.
Stacie is an incredible role model and mentor for so many that work alongside her every day. She overcomes/manages any challenging situation with grace, positivity, and compassion to take action that puts our clients/families first while abiding by the BACB code of ethics. She encourages new learning and leadership opportunities to our team members to support their confidence.
Lastly, Stacie is an amazing supervisor who takes the time to provide the best quality of supervision and feedback to foster our team or clinicians in the making. We are beyond grateful to have her as a part of our team!
ππ± Happy Earth Day weekend! As rehabilitation therapy assistants, we can make a positive impact on the environment while having fun with our clients. Here are some fun Earth Day activities to try:
πΆββοΈ Nature Walk - Take a stroll in a nearby park or natural area to take in the beauty of nature and talk about the importance of protecting the environment.
π» Plant a Garden - Help your clients plant a garden with flowers or vegetables to promote physical activity, cognitive skills, and the importance of growing our own food.
π¨ Create Art - Encourage clients to create artwork using recycled materials to promote sustainability and reduce waste.
β»οΈ Upcycle - Help clients upcycle items such as jars or containers into planters or bird feeders to promote creativity, fine motor skills, and the importance of reusing and repurposing items.
ποΈ Clean-up Challenge - Organize a clean-up challenge where clients can compete to see who can pick up the most litter in a designated area to promote physical activity, teamwork, and a cleaner, more sustainable community.
Let's celebrate Earth Day by promoting healthy habits and a love for nature! π
π Shoutout to our incredible clinical supervisor, Nicole! π
Since joining our team, Nicole has shown an unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and effective services to her clients and their families. She goes above and beyond to meet their needs, even if it means stepping outside her comfort zone.
Nicole is also an amazing collaborator, working closely with community partners to achieve amazing success with her teams. As a leader, she is motivating, engaged, and caring. She builds confidence and competence in her supervisees and is always ready to lend a listening ear.
Thank you, Nicole, for leading with your heart and being an invaluable part of our team. We appreciate everything you do! β€οΈπ
ππ Let's give a big round of applause for Eddie Lartey, the Human Resources manager at Anchor Rehabilitation Support Services, on this year's Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day! π
Eddie is an amazing person, warm, welcoming, friendly, kind, bubbly, and caring, and always brings inspiring, motivational energy to the workplace.
Eddie is an exceptional leader who promotes a positive collaborative approach and rapport with his coworkers and colleagues.
He takes the time to check in on them and help navigate any problem-solving. Eddie is always ready to offer support and a listening ear whenever needed.
He has taken the initiative to help with the behavioural program to ensure it runs smoothly, especially with recruitment and BTA candidates.
Eddie demonstrates a healthy work-life balance and the importance of having a passion project/hobby that supports overall well-being and happiness.
It's always a joy to work alongside Eddie, and we feel included in a team approach. Thank you, Eddie, for your hard work, dedication, and positive impact on the workplace! π
π Let's give a big shoutout to Jennifer Walker, one of our amazing behavioural staff members! ππΌ
Today on Staff Appreciation Day 6, we want to highlight Jennifer's hard work and positive impact on our team.
Jennifer is a ray of sunshine βοΈ in the office and is always welcoming, compassionate, and empathetic towards everyone. She is a true team player and is always encouraging and supportive of her colleagues. Her collaborative approach with co-workers, interdisciplinary team members, clients, and families is exceptional, and she goes above and beyond to clarify any inquiries.
Jennifer's efficiency in completing complex and time-consuming administrative tasks helps keep our program running smoothly. She always ensures that everything is done promptly and efficiently, so we can all focus on delivering the best possible services to our clients.
Moreover, Jennifer takes time out of her day to support her colleagues in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Her kindness and warm personality are truly appreciated by everyone on the team, and we are so grateful to have her with us.
Thank you, Jennifer, for your hard work and dedication to our team! β¨
β¨ Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 5 β¨
Let's take a moment to appreciate Mitch Lubbe - the kind, generous, and approachable colleague who creates a positive and safe work environment for all of us. He's dedicated and devoted to his job, taking initiative to learn about our professional growth and supporting our work-life balance. Not only is he a great mentor and problem-solver, but he's also efficient in handling administrative tasks such as scheduling and recruitment. Mitch never fails to give great feedback, compliments, and praise to boost our confidence and motivation. Thank you for being an amazing coworker, Mitch!
π Today is Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 4 π and we want to take a moment to celebrate Danielle Desousa! π Danielle demonstrates exceptional relationship building and rapport with interdisciplinary teams, agencies, families, clients, and fellow BTAs. She's organized, efficient, supportive, encouraging, kind, and empathetic. π―
In her new role as Behavioural Service Manager, Danielle takes the initiative and leads in supporting her team with any indirect tasks that need to be completed, as well as supporting the team with admin tasks. She's knowledgeable and resourceful when it comes to training BTAs in relevant areas and coaching other interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective programming implementation and quality of services. πͺ
Danielle is always open and optimistic about learning new things and taking on new tasks to expand her scope and grow as a professional. She demonstrates the importance of work-life balance to ensure positive levels of productivity at work. She's a great team member who compliments and supports her colleagues to increase their confidence and abilities. π
Lastly, Danielle demonstrates exceptional initiative to build positive and trusting relationships with the clients/families she supports. She accommodates to clients' needs and ensures they have successful and positive sessions. π
Thank you, Danielle, for all that you do! We appreciate you! β€οΈ
Let's give a big round of applause for Yash Shastri on Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 3!
Yash has shown incredible commitment to his professional growth as a clinician, always eager to learn and take on new opportunities. But that's not all! He consistently demonstrates kindness, compassion, thoughtfulness, and positivity towards his clients, going above and beyond to accommodate their needs and structure sessions in innovative ways for optimal outcomes.
Yash's exceptional initiative doesn't stop there - he's quick to jump in and redirect or reduce harmful or challenging behaviors, and he always prioritizes building positive relationships with clients and their families/caregivers. And let's not forget how he supports his team by sharing positive feedback and compliments.
Thank you, Yash, for all that you do for our clients and team. You are truly appreciated!
βοΈπΆοΈβοΈ With some amazing weather descending upon us in Ontario, we bring you some sun safety tips as this is important to keep in mind while out in the community and enjoying the outdoors with your clients!
Remember to protect your skin from harmful UV rays by wearing sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
Seek shade during peak sun hours, and stay hydrated. Let's have fun in the sun, but let's do it safely! π
π Happy Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 2 π
We want to give a special shoutout to Amy Descamps for her outstanding work as a Behaviour Therapy Assistant! ππΌ
Amy has shown a great willingness to take on new learning opportunities to enhance her skills and provide the best possible services to her clients. Her exceptional work ethic is reflected in her promptness, organization, and efficiency in meeting deadlines. π
But it's not just about getting the job done, Amy's kindness and compassion make her approachable to new families and clients, building trust and positive rapport. She has also demonstrated growth in her clinical judgement and decision making, ensuring the best quality of services and accommodations for clients. ππΌ
We appreciate Amy's adaptability to meet clients' needs, and we know that her efforts never go unnoticed.
Thank you, Amy, for all that you do! π
π Today is Anchor Behavioural Staff Appreciation Day 1! π
We want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate one of our amazing Behaviour Therapy Assistants, Ms. Meagan Gardell! Meagan has shown exceptional leadership, communication, organization, time management, efficiency, empathy, and quality of supervision and services!
She has been instrumental in our collaboration with the Huron-Perth Childrenβs Aid Society and has built strong professional relationships with many interdisciplinary team members. Her commitment to ensuring appropriate supports and training for families, staff, and clients is truly remarkable.
Thank you for your hard work and initiative, Meagan! We appreciate you! π
Happy Easter from all of us at Anchor Rehabilitation Support Services! π·
May this joyous season bring you and your loved ones renewed hope, love, and blessings.
We hope that you have a wonderful time celebrating with family and friends.
Remember to stay safe and healthy this Easter!
Happy World Health Day! ππ©Ί Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of healthcare workers around the world who have been working tirelessly to keep us safe and healthy.
At Anchor Rehabilitation, we remain committed to improving the health and well-being of our communities.
Let's continue to support one another and work towards a healthier, happier future for all.
We are thrilled to announce that Anchor Rehabilitation has won the Diamond Award for the third year in a row in the Burlington Post Readers Choice Awards! We are so grateful to our amazing support workers and therapists who provide the best in servant heart care to our clients. This recognition is a testament to their dedication and hard work.
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who voted for us and who continue to support Anchor Rehabilitation. We are honored to serve our community and will strive to exceed your expectations for years to come.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! πβ€οΈ
Autism Acceptance Day is a day to come together to raise awareness about autism, a condition that many Canadians live with. Those on the Autism spectrum have unique strengths and differences in how they communicate, interact with others, and see the world.
As Ontario Autism Program approved providers, Anchor Rehabilitation Support Services provides a holistic approach to Autism Services, providing Applied Behaviour Analytic services alongside SLPs, OTs and other mental health providers. We follow the lead of our autistic clients and their family to promote independence, connection, and skill development.
We agree with the autistic community that autism isnβt something that needs to be cured β so we focus on supporting autistic individuals to have great lives, however they define that, on their terms!
Taking care of your body and mind is crucial for overall wellness. Here are some ideas for a weekend wellness challenge that can complement your therapy routine:
Go for a nature walk: Spending time in nature has been shown to reduce stress and improve mood. Take a leisurely stroll in a nearby park or forest, or find a scenic trail to explore.
Practice yoga or stretching: Stretching can help improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension, and increase blood flow. You can attend a yoga class or try some stretching exercises at home.
Cook a healthy meal: Nutrition is an important part of wellness, and preparing your own healthy meal can be both enjoyable and rewarding. Look for healthy recipes online or in a cookbook and try something new.
Meditate or practice mindfulness: Taking time to quiet your mind and focus on the present moment can be a powerful tool for reducing stress and improving mental clarity. Find a quiet place to sit and practice meditation or try some mindfulness exercises.
Connect with friends or family: Social connections are essential for overall wellness. Plan a fun activity or outing with friends or family members, or simply spend time catching up and enjoying each other's company.
Remember, the goal of a weekend wellness challenge is to engage in activities that are enjoyable and sustainable. Choose activities that you find enjoyable and that you can continue to do regularly, even after the challenge is over.
Mental and physical health are equally important components of overall health, and they are interconnected. Our mental health can affect our physical health and vice versa.
Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and behave, and it is essential for maintaining healthy relationships, coping with stress, and making meaningful contributions to our communities.
Poor mental health can lead to a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and even physical health problems like heart disease and chronic pain.
Physical health refers to the state of our body, including our physical fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness. Good physical health is important for preventing chronic diseases, maintaining a healthy weight, and improving our energy levels and overall quality of life.
Therefore, it is important to prioritize both our mental and physical health to achieve overall well-being.
Behaviour therapy can be an effective way to improve mental health and develop healthier behaviours that contribute to physical health. By focusing on both aspects of health, we can lead happier, healthier lives.
ABA stands for Applied Behaviour Analysis, which is a scientific and evidence-based approach to understanding and changing behaviour.
Here are 4 reasons why someone might implement ABA:
Improve behavior: ABA can be used to help individuals develop new behaviors or reduce unwanted behaviors. For example, ABA techniques can be used to help children with autism learn social skills or to reduce self-injurious behaviours.
Enhance learning: ABA techniques can be used to help individuals learn new skills, such as communication, self-care, and academic skills. This is often done through breaking down skills into smaller, achievable steps and using positive reinforcement to reward progress.
Individualized approach: ABA is individualized to meet the needs of each person. The techniques used will vary based on the individual's unique strengths and challenges.
Evidence-based: ABA is a well-established and evidence-based approach to behaviour change. Numerous studies have shown that ABA is effective for improving a wide range of behaviours, and it is widely recognized as a best practice for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
ABA is a powerful tool for improving behaviour, enhancing learning, and promoting independence for individuals with a wide range of challenges.
Today is World Behaviour Analysis Day and our team wanted to share some of the reasons they love what they do - and we wanted to share why we love what they do!
Did you know that St. Patrick's Day was originally a religious holiday celebrating the patron saint of Ireland? Today, it's a fun-filled day of celebration and we hope you enjoy it safely and responsibly!
Did you know that our function behaviour assessments are the first step in developing a personalized treatment plan for each individual we serve?
Our team of professionals works closely with families to ensure each person receives the support they need.
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