Spectrum Intervention Group

With regulation of behaviour analysts fast approaching (July 1, 2024) just a heads up that over the course of the next week or so, we will be removing pictures from our FB page in order to comply with the Standards of Professional Conduct (2024) guidelines.

Passing this on

Saviez-vous que les analystes du comportement seront bientôt des professionnels de la santé réglementés en Ontario? Si vous ou quelqu’un que vous connaissez travaillez avec un analyste du comportement, assurez-vous qu’il est enregistré auprès de l’Ordre des psychologues de l’Ontario à compter du 1er juillet 2024. https://cpo.on.ca/fr/aca/aba-for-public/

So happy Santa was able to stop by this week! Everyone was able to take their time and enjoy the big guy in their own way ☺️ 🎅🎄

Autism Ontario is happy to announce that the 2023 One to One Summer Support Worker Reimbursement Fund is open for applications!

We will accept all applications received between May 1 and May 31, 2023, and have a random draw to determine eligibility.

Apply here: http://ow.ly/T9HT50OgS4l

Celebrating the spectrum at Spectrum this week 😊

Please see information below for our SCHOOL READINESS/SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP for July and August 2023. This is for learners ages 4 to 7. (Please note - this is a fee for service program - and is different than the Entry to School program - although similar goals may be targeted). Please contact us for more information - [email protected]

Join Tracie Lindblad (Speech-Language Pathologist, BCBA) and Danielle Nolan (Social Worker, MSW RSW) as we discuss strategies for setting your child and their team up for success. This webinar aims to support caregivers in understanding what to expect in the first 60 days of school, and how best to connect with your child’s school. We will provide background information on the various meetings, documents, and assessments that may involve your child. This webinar is appropriate for parents and caregivers of children of all ages.

Register here: http://ow.ly/q8Pr50JVXXt

If you have a wanderer in your house, add another safety precaution to your toolbelt! Connect with your local police department, as many divisions have partnerships with Project Lifesaver. To learn more about Project Lifesaver as a whole, click here: http://ow.ly/1cjo50JOwZr

Passing on information about our FALL school readiness group. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Families: The Secondary calendar for the 2022-2023 school year has been approved by the Ministry of Education, and is now available on our website. Take a look here: http://ow.ly/Loa950Jysm5

Please feel free to share :)

OCDSB Families: While power has been restored in many parts of the community, we continue to have 10 schools/sites without power. Please check our website for information on the status of your school: http://ow.ly/EVCF50Jkt1Q

Storm impacts student transportation services - Transportation Update, May 25, 2022 - Ottawa Student Transportation Authority We have been closely monitoring the aftermath of the May 21 storm and have provided an update on the student transportation situation below. Many families, drivers, schools and staff are directly affected, and we hope the situation is improving for everyone. We thank all families for their patience ...

Alert: An updated list of schools that will be closed on Thursday, May 26, 2022 is now available. Please check our website and your email for information on the status of your school: http://ow.ly/lbtM50Ji7Wb

Alert: OCDSB schools with power will be open on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. OCSDB schools without power will be closed on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Please check our website and your email for an update on the status of your school: http://ow.ly/Z3Et50Jh7Hg

May 21 Severe Thunderstorm - Keeping You Healthy and Safe Ottawa Public Health, the City of Ottawa, and its community partners want to keep you healthy and safe as we recover from the effects of the severe thunderstorm

All OCDSB Schools and Childcare Programs Closed Tomorrow - Tuesday, May 24th to all students & staff. Includes OC Virtual, Adult High School, McHugh Outdoor Ed Centre & Castor Valley ES. There will be NO remote learning tomorrow. Learn more: http://ow.ly/zuLx50JfWXA

Need support for your child on the autism spectrum this summer? The 2022 One-to-One Summer Support Worker Reimbursement Fund is available to Ontario families of children or youth on the autism spectrum who retain the services of a one-to-one worker or send their child to a camp or in-person or virtual program.

Maximum reimbursements of $600, per child or youth (up to their 18th birthday), will be made to subsidize services purchased between July and August 2022.

A minimum of 500 children from across Ontario are expected to receive reimbursement. Reimbursement will be provided based on a random selection made from all eligible applicants who apply between May 9 and May 31, 2022.

Apply here: http://ow.ly/8FRa50J1kev

As a result of the challenging situations that children are exposed to, overall social changes, and transitional stages during the Coronavirus pandemic, some children with autism may be displaying challenging behaviours. We offer some tips and instructions for parents and caregivers of children with autism to help them overcome these behaviors. Register here: http://ow.ly/Ow3Y50I9H2K

This webinar is geared towards autistic girls. Topics related to friendships and relationships will be discussed. A focus will be on managing emotions in friendships and relationships, signs of healthy and unhealthy friendships and relationships, and healthy boundaries. Register here: https://bit.ly/girlsandteenswebinar

Today is a . has cancelled all buses & vans. All schools remain open. If parents send their children to school, they will be responsible for transportation to and from school.

Partnered with Mohawk College, 'The Introduction to Accessible Content and Media Production Program' by Owlware ltd, is a free 14-week certificate program for anyone 18+ with a self disclosed disability within the Peel, Halton (Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills), Toronto, & Hamilton regions. This program offers Ontarians of all disabilities and backgrounds immersive learning and work experience in the field of ‘Accessible Digital Media’.

To apply, please send a resume and a brief description of why you'd be a good candidate to [email protected] & [email protected]

Submission deadline: 5 February, 2022

For more information, please visit: www.accessiblemedia.owlware.com/candidate

CCRW

This webinar will provide information to parents and caregivers about how to support your child’s transition through puberty. Topics will include how to talk about menstruation, self care, privacy and healthy sexual development. Register today: https://bit.ly/girlsandteenswebinar