March break and school shutdowns amid COVID-19 means parents will be entertaining their children for the next 3 weeks as we adjust to social distancing. In light of that here are some ideas of how you can keep your kids engaged and having fun during this unprecedented time.
Read More15-MAR-2020 Given the continuously changing situation in Durham Region and Ontario with the COVID-19 virus, Lake Ridge Community Support Services with much deliberation has decided to suspend all face to face services for the next three weeks, effective Monday March 16, 2020. We plan to open Monday April 6, 2020 provided it is safe to do so. We are making this decision to help proactively stop the potential spread of the virus and ensure the safety of our clients, families, mediators and staff.
Read MoreIn 2008, the United Nations General Assembly declared April 2nd as World Autism Awareness Day, while Autism Speaks dedicates the month of April to increase understanding and acceptance and to foster support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Autism Speaks, n.d.). This is done by lighting up buildings blue, wearing blue, knowledge sharing, and fundraising.
Read More5-MAR-2020 Corona Virus update, who is at risk, and how can you protect employees and clients. To date (5-Mar-2020), 2 cases of novel coronavirus COVID-19 have been reported in Durham Region. The Health Department continues to monitor the situation closely.
Read MoreIt’s March and that means March Break is upon us. With school stoppages this year you may be running out of ideas on how to keep your kids busy. Especially if you weren’t able to get them into a camp on time. Here are 5 things you can do to keep your kids busy and having fun.
Read MoreOn their Sesame Street & Autism site, Sesame Street is providing interactive daily routine cards that specifically focus on instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) like going to a birthday party and activities of daily living (ADLs) like washing hands.
Read MoreHere are 3 ways children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are more likely to be victimized by bullies and what you can do about it. Like anyone else, children with autism spectrum disorder are susceptible to bullying. In fact, kids with ASD may be at a disadvantage in social situations that can leave them more exposed to bullies than your average child.
Read MoreLearn about the Coronavirus, what are the risks, how is it spread and how can you protect employees and clients. To date (5-Feb-2020), no cases of novel coronavirus have been reported in Durham Region. The Health Department continues to monitor the situation closely.
Read MoreRecently our very own Clinical Director, Karen Chartier, M.ADS, BCBA participated in a study published in the Canadian Journal of Behavioural Sciences. The study was on the use of flexible peer-based groups that facilitate professional development amongst behaviour analysts in the form of a community of practice meetings.
Read MoreToday is #BellLetsTalk day and for everyone in our community, this day can be very relevant.
Read MoreOntario Autism Program (OAP) Update January 24, 2020 - Recent information released by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services brings some important news to those waiting to find out what will happen once their child’s existing behaviour plans finish.
Read MoreStarting on April 1, 2021, all behavioural services purchased through the OAP Childhood Budget must be supervised by a Clinical Supervisor who meets the OAP’s qualification requirements, but what do you do until then?
Read MoreRead the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services December 17, 2019 Press Release here outlining plans for a needs-based autism program consisting of core services like Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), foundational family services, early intervention and urgent and complex needs.
Read MoreTarra McPhail, Behaviour Consultant and mother to a son with High Functioning Autism shares her story of trying to get an Autism diagnosis for her son. How her expertise and instincts led her journey and the challenges to find help.
Read MoreSensory Santa, sometimes referred to as “Silent Santa” is an opportunity for children with autism and/or sensory processing disorder to visit Santa in a quiet and welcoming, sensory-friendly environment.
Read MoreReinforcement is a consequence following a behaviour that will increase the future likelihood of that behaviour occurring again.
Read MoreABA is the use of principles rooted in evidence-based science to understand, and decrease challenging behaviour and teach new behaviours that are important to individuals' quality of life and independence.
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for a Sensory Sensitive Halloween: A guide to Trick-or-Treating with someone on the Autism Spectrum
Read MoreProviding choice is a behaviour strategy that can lead to positive outcomes for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder or intellectual disabilities including. This guide provides tips and resources for using choice as a strategy to adapt behaviour.
Read MoreFirst Then strategies are helpful in setting expectations for your child by showing them what they first need to do in order to gain access to a desired item or activity.
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