Healthy Relationships for Adults
Contact Natalie Driscoll for more information: Call 343-227-6822 or email adultgroups@lrcss.com
Eligibility
Eligible Adults will be 18 years and older, have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or intellectual disabilities (ID) and reside in the Durham Region. Click here to view Virtual Participation Requirements.
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.
skills for building safe, healthy, and mutually beneficial relationships in all aspects of life
A 9-week group for adults with autism or intellectual disabilities on understanding and developing relationship skills.
Topics can include:
Types of relationships
Public vs Private
Unhealthy vs healthy relationships
Conflict Resolution
Self-Esteem
Assertiveness in relationships
Consent
Rights and Responsibilities
Session Dates
9 Week Program
1 Mediator Training Session (Virtual)
8 Client Teaching Sessions (In-Person)
Starting March 25, 2025
Weekly Tuesdays from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
To Register
For DSO-eligible clients residing in Durham make a referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121. Register by March 11, 2025
For non-DSO eligible clients or those residing outside of the Durham Region a group fee of $845.11 applies. Contact our Service Navigator at servicenvigator@lrcss.com. Register by March 2, 2025.
For more information on the group: Email Natalie Driscoll via adultgroups@lrcss.com
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