Handling Anger for Adults
😡 Developing practical skills to cope with anger 😮💨
Build Skills for a Calmer, More Confident You ☺️
A 9-week group program providing coping strategies for adults with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities.
Learning to manage anger is an essential life skill. This structured group program provides participants the tools to recognize, express, and regulate their emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Identifying and communicating feelings
✅ Understanding different types of anger
✅ Helpful vs. unhelpful ways of dealing with anger
✅ Coping strategies to stay calm and in control
✅ Problem-solving techniques for handling conflicts
✅ Assertiveness skills for effective communication
Who Should Join?
🧑🤝🧑 Adults with autism or intellectual disabilities who struggle with anger management
❤️ Individuals looking for a supportive space to develop emotional regulation skills
🎯 Those wanting to learn practical strategies for handling frustration and conflict
👥 Anyone seeking to improve communication and social interactions
Why Join
🎯 Learn effective coping strategies to manage anger and regulate emotions
💪 Build confidence in handling difficult situations
🤝 Connect with peers who share similar experiences
📖 Develop essential life skills with expert guidance
Program Details
📅 Virtual Parent/Mediator Training: Week of April 22, 2025
🗓️ Client Sessions: Week of April 28 – Week of July 8, 2025
⏰ Schedule: Weekly on Timing TBD
📍 Location: 900 Hopkins St. Unit 8, Whitby, ON. L1N 6A9
💰 Cost: FREE with DSO Referral / $845.11 without
Everyone deserves the tools to thrive. Take the next step toward emotional regulation and empowerment.
Eligibility
Participants must be 18 years and older with intellectual/developmental disabilities (ID) or a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Individual Skill Requirements
Joint attention skills • Discrimination skills • Echoic skills • Motor imitation skills • Ability to follow common 1-step instructions • Participate in session with limited caregiver assistance • Safety concerns and challenging behaviour are low and/or caregivers are able to safely manage any challenging behaviour.
Registration through the DSO
For DSO-eligible clients residing in the Durham Region make a referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121.
Register by April 15, 2025
Fee: FREE
Due to capacity limits, making a referral through the DSO does not guarantee a spot until Lake Ridge has confirmed your registration.
Fee Based Registration
For non-DSO eligible clients or those residing outside of the Durham Region, a group fee applies. Book a call with the Service Navigator here.
Register by April 8, 2025
Fee: $926.95
Contact Natalie Driscoll for more information: Call 343-227-6822 or email adultgroups@lrcss.com
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