SERVICE GUIDE WINTER 2021 - AUTISM PROGRAM MCMASTER CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - HAMILTON HEALTH SCIENCES
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Autism Program McMaster Children’s Hospital Service Guide WINTER 2021 FREE Foundational Service Offerings Inside!
You want the best for your kids. So do we. Saying their first word, attending a friend’s birthday party, landing a job… We’re here to help you realize your hopes and dreams for your child. Our goal is to make your family’s life less stressful and more enjoyable so everyone can reach their potential. We’ll partner with you to help you and your child build skills and embrace their unique traits and talents. We’re excited to offer Foundational Family Services as part of the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). These services include consultation appointments, clinics, clinical and recreational groups for children and youth, and parent and caregiver workshops and training. All Foundational family services are provided at no cost and are included throughout this guide. Many of our services are also now offered virtually using either the Zoom Healthcare or the Ontario Health Network (OTN) online platforms. Descriptions indicate whether a service is offered virtually, in person, or both. Whether you choose to receive services virtually or in person, you will receive the same level of service you’ve come to expect from the McMaster Children’s Hospital Autism Program. Belonging to one of the largest children’s hospitals in Canada, we are in a unique position. • Our Autism Program is connected to dozens of other exceptional child and youth services, and we’re able to offer a level of integration and expertise that not all centres can provide. • As a teaching hospital, we have the latest research at our fingertips, and our patients participated in globally-recognized studies. • We are nationally accredited, and our staff are held to the highest standard of training and oversight. If there is a service you would like to see that we’re not offering, please let us know. We welcome your feedback along the way. Features of this guide SERVICE FEATURES Keep an eye out for icons listed on Page 10. They will indicate features of different services, including which skill areas they target. LEVELS se the chart on Page 11 to determine which level best applies to your child. If you have questions U about levels, please contact us. These levels are a general guide; your child may not fit neatly into a category. If a service is only offered for certain levels, it will be indicated in the description. PRICING (1:1 ABA Therapy, Psychological Services, and Speech and Language Services) Prices include parking at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre during your visit, as well as any materials and supplies needed for the service. There is no tax on these purchases. 2 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
Contents Expert Speaker Series 4 Family Nights 5 Parent and Caregiver Education and Training At-a-Glance 6-8 Icon Legend 10 Level Descriptions 11 Preschool and Kindergarten 12 Grade 1 to 3 18 Grade 4 to 8 24 High School 30 For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 3
Autism Program McMaster Children’s Hospital UNDERSTANDING MAKING SENSE HOW TO TALK TO AND SUPPORTING OF SENSORY YOUR CHILD ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH PROCESSING THEIR DIAGNOSIS IN CHILDREN Presented by Presented by AND YOUTH WITH Ali Rawling MSc (OT), OT Dr. Caroline Roncadin, AUTISM Reg. (Ont.) and Victoria C. Psych DiGiovanni MSc (OT), OT Presented by Reg. (Ont.) Learn practical strategies Dr. Irene Drmic, Ph.D., and ask questions about C. Psych. This workshop, provided by how to tell your child about Occupational Therapists, their diagnosis of autism. This presentation will will review all things provide an overview of: sensory processing! We Wednesday, March 10th from • Mental health and ASD will start with an overview 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • Understanding and of our senses, explain how supporting mental your child may react or health with a focus on respond to sensory input anxiety in kids with ASD and provide some general • Developing social and strategies on how to emotional competence address sensory needs or preferences. Questions are Thursday, January 28th from welcome and encouraged. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 4 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
FAMILY NIGHTS HAVE GONE VIRTUAL! The McMaster Children’s Hospital Autism Program, Autism Ontario, and the Young Caregivers Association have teamed up to offer activities for the whole family. Participate in a parent support group, sibling support group, or a recreational group for children with autism. Register to attend any or all of the groups! PARENT SUPPORT GROUP NEW! TEEN SIBLING SUPPORT Meet with other parents, share information and GROUP experiences, ask, and answer questions, and make This virtual program runs once a month and connections. We have 2 groups that happen on is designed to bring siblings together that are alternate months including a new diagnosis group ages 13 and older who support a sibling who and a coffee and a chat group. Join Liz Mitchell and has autism at home. Together we will share our Liz Boyd, Service Navigators from Autism Ontario. experiences and explore themes like stress, emotions, communication, and self-care. This When: Please contact for upcoming group allows older teens to connect once a dates and times available. month with others who have similar experiences caring for a sibling with Autism. To register: Please visit autismontario.com/ events or contact Liz Mitchell, When: Runs virtually once a month on Service Navigator by email at Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. liz.m@autismontario.com for more on January 21st, February 25th information. and March 25th. SIBLING SUPPORT GROUP To register: Please contact Cayleigh Sexton at 905-708-4347 or email csexton@ This 4-week virtual program is designed to powerhouseproject.ca. bring siblings together! Led by Cayleigh Sexton, Program Manager with the Young Caregivers Association, this group is for children ages 7-12 RECREATIONAL GROUPS FOR years old who support a sibling who has autism CHILDREN WITH AUTISM at home. Together we will explore themes that can help siblings in their daily life such as Children are invited to participate virtually in dealing with emotions and how to take time fun theme-based recreational groups offered for themselves. The group provides children throughout the winter months. with an opportunity to connect with peers who understand the experience of having a sibling To register: To learn more or to register: who needs some extra help. Please contact a Family Service Coordinator at 905-521-2100 ext. When: Runs virtually every Thursday 78972 or email autismprogram@ from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. starting hhsc.ca. Thursday, January 28th until Thursday, February 18th. To register: Please contact Cayleigh Sexton at 905-708-4347 or email csexton@ powerhouseproject.ca. Autism Program McMaster Children’s Hospital 5
PARENT AND CAREGIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING AT-A-GLANCE January TUESDAY Coffee and Connecting JAN 12 DATE Tuesday, January 12 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Toilet Training JAN 13 DATE Wednesday, January 13 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 1 JAN 15 DATE Friday, January 15 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, January 15 from 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Managing Funds JAN 19 DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Virtual Learning DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Triple P Stepping Stones JAN 20 DATE Wednesday, January 20 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. THURSDAY Assistance with Funding Applications JAN 21 DATE Thursday, January 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 2 JAN 22 DATE Friday, January 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, January 22 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Next Steps JAN 26 DATE Tuesday, January 26 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, January 26 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY Expert Speaker Series: Understanding & Supporting Mental JAN 28 Health in Children & Youth with Autism DATE Thursday, January 28 from 10:00 - 12:00 pm FRIDAY Coffee and Connecting JAN 29 DATE Friday, January 29 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. 6 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
PARENT AND CAREGIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING AT-A-GLANCE February TUESDAY Coffee and Connecting FEB 2 DATE Tuesday, February 2 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. THRUSDAY Anxiety and Autism FEB 4 DATE Thursday, Februrary 4 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY Coffee and Connecting FEB 5 DATE Friday, February 5 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Expert Speaker Series: Making Sense of Sensory Processing FEB 9 DATE Tuesday, February 9 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, February 9 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Desensitization: How to Make Difficult Events Easier FEB 10 DATE Wednesday, February 10 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. THURSDAY Teaching a New Skill FEB 11 DATE Thursday, February 11 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FRIDAY Coffee and Connecting FEB 12 DATE Friday, February 12 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Virtual Learning FEB 16 DATE Tuesday, February 16 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, February 16 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 1 FEB 19 DATE Friday, February 19 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, February 19 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Structured Independent Learning at Home FEB 23 DATE Tuesday, February 23 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, February 23 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Toilet Training FEB 24 DATE Wednesday, February 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 2 FEB 26 DATE Friday, February 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, February 26 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. 7
PARENT AND CAREGIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING AT-A-GLANCE March TUESDAY Coffee and Connecting MAR 2 DATE Tuesday, March 2 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY Managing Funds MAR 4 DATE Thursday, March 4 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY Coffee and Connecting MAR 5 DATE Friday, March 5 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Coffee and Connecting MAR 9 DATE Tuesday, March 9 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY Assistance with Funding Applications MAR 11 DATE Thursday, March 11 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sexuality and Puberty DATE Thursday, March 11 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY Coffee and Connecting MAR 12 DATE Friday, March 12 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Coffee and Connecting MAR 16 DATE Tuesday, March 16 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 1 MAR 19 DATE Friday, March 19 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, March 19 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Next Steps MAR 23 DATE Tuesday, March 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, March 23 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Part 2 MAR 26 DATE Friday, March 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Friday, March 26 from 9:30-10:00 a.m. TUESDAY Virtual Learning MAR 30 DATE Tuesday, March 30 from 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. Coffee and Connecting DATE Tuesday, March 30 from 6:00-6:30 p.m.
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Level Descriptions To help parents and caregivers choose the most appropriate services, we have recommended each service according to both age and group level. If no age or level is specified, the service is open to all. These levels have been developed by our program for this specific purpose. If you have any questions about what level best matches your child, please do not hesitate to contact us at 905-521-2100, ext. 78972. AREA LEVEL A LEVEL B LEVEL C • Does not play with toys as • Plays with toys as they were • Participates in interactive and they were designed designed and enjoys pretend cooperative play with little to • Enjoys solitary play play no assistance • May not respond to adult or • Aware of adults and peers in • Understands the rules of play peer attempts to interact close proximity including turn-taking, sharing, • Enjoys cause and effect toys • May participate in some winning and losing SOCIAL interactive or cooperative • Participates in verbal play with assistance exchanges with self and peers • Does not initiate peer during play interaction but will follow • Plays board games and along in simple interactive video games with minimal games assistance • May not have a • Can request needs and wants • Advanced communication communication system in with 1-4 word sentences or skills using verbal requests, COMMUNICATION place by using an augmentative comments and questions • Primarily non-verbal communication system • Can participate in both • Uses visuals or augmentative • Minimal back and forth verbal and non-verbal communication device with conversation skills communication prompting • Can initiate, maintain and end • Difficulty following simple conversations with assistance instructions • May become fixated or have trouble moving away from a preferred topic of discussion • Needs help to complete daily • Can follow daily routines with • Can follow daily routines with routines such as washing, minimal assistance little to no assistance toileting or eating • Does not like to deviate from • Adapts to transitions and BEHAVIOUR & DAILY LIVING • Engages in repetitive daily routine and has difficulty changes to routine behaviours with unexpected changes • Can follow complex individual • Difficulty transitioning from • May engage in repetitive and group instructions one activity to the next behaviours but is easily independently redirected • Can follow one/two step directions independently For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 11
Preschool and Kindergarten Consultation Psychological Services Service Planning Consultation All Psychological Services are with a Ph.D. level Psychologist. Psychological Services may be eligible for billing to private Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one insurance providers. of our expert program staff, we will help identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. Service recommendations will be made to help you achieve success. Psychological Consultation LEVEL A, B, C All psychological services begin with a psychological INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment consultation appointment. These consultations provide • Available in-person or virtually the opportunity to discuss concerns related to your child’s development, learning, behaviour, or social-emotional DATE Flexible functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/ COST No cost or make service recommendations, including whether a psychological assessment or treatment is recommended. LEVEL A, B, C Resource Consultation INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment • Available in-person or virtually Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports available in the community and/or help you complete funding DATE Flexible forms. COST No cost LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment • Available in-person or virtually Psychological Assessment DATE Flexible We offer different types of psychological assessments, COST No cost depending upon the needs of your child. They include: Psychoeducational, Developmental, Diagnostic, and Cognitive & Adaptive. Various areas of functioning are evaluated and the assessment may result in a diagnosis, such as an intellectual Clinic Appointment disability, learning disability, or anxiety disorder. The assessment will identify areas of strength and need and the report can be Meet with a clinician to discuss a specific skill you’d like your used to help inform educational and treatment planning, as well child to develop or address a concern about your child’s as help you access funding and resources in your community. behaviour. You will receive individualized tips and strategies LEVEL A, B, C for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours. LEVEL INCLUDES • Clinical interview A, B, C • Observation INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment • Completion of standardized testing and • Available in-person or virtually questionnaires • Feedback session DATE Flexible • Written report COST No cost • Available in-person or virtually DATE Flexible COST Varies depending upon type of assessment completed, starting at $1,500 12 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
Speech and Language Services Applied Behaviour Analysis All Speech & Language Services are with a regulated Speech (ABA) and Language Pathologist (SLP). Speech & Language services may be eligible for billing to private insurance providers. 1:1 ABA Therapy Speech and Language Assessment All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and individualized behaviour plan to meet your child’s This assessment is used to evaluate a child’s speech, language needs. Program plans can focus on building skills, like and social communication needs and strengths. The speech- communication, toileting and play, or reducing challenging language pathologist will provide strategies and/or make behaviours, like yelling, aggression, and self-injury. Skill recommendations regarding treatment and provide a written building programs are provided by Autism Therapists and report for parents/caregivers that can inform educational and behaviour reduction programs are provided by Behaviour treatment planning. Therapists who are Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. All programming is overseen by a Clinical Supervisor. LEVEL A, B, C LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • Clinical interview • Observation INCLUDES • Assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) • Completion of standardized testing and • Behaviour plan questionnaires as appropriate • 1:1 therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) • Feedback session • 1:1 parent/caregiver training • Written report • Summary report • Available in-person or virtually • Available in-person or virtually DATE Flexible DATE Flexible COST $380 COST 1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/week for 12 weeks). Assessment and observation are 1:1 Speech Therapy included in the Service Package. Additional treatment hours are available (cost varies Following an assessment with a speech-language pathologist, depending upon service goal). this in-clinic therapy session offers practical strategies to promote your child’s speech and language development and social interactions. You will learn to engage your child in motivating, enjoyable activities while using these strategies. Resources and materials will be provided to support practice Group Clinical Programs at home. LEVEL B, C Pivotal Response Training INCLUDES • 1 hour 1:1 speech therapy session with child Pivotal Response Training (PRT) is an evidence-based and caregiver behavioural treatment for children with autism. This program • Resources and materials to support practice involves child and parent participation. You will learn at home strategies that increase your child’s social communication * Assessment to be completed with a skills using one of the pivotal areas including motivation, Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre SLP responsivity to mulitiple cues, self-management, or self- prior to treatment session initiations. A screening will be completed to determine • Available in-person or virtually which area of PRT is appropriate for your child, or to provide recommendations for other services. PRT for preschoolers is DATE Flexible being offered as part of the Ministry of Children, Community COST $165 and Social Services’ Early Intervention initiative. LEVEL Motivation to Talk with Others: Levels A and B Responding to a Variety of Cues: Levels A and B Self-Managing Behaviour: Levels B and C Initiating Conversations with Others: Levels B and C INCLUDES • 2 2-hour group sessions for parents/ caregivers • 4 individualized virtual consultations DATE Start dates and times are individualized. COST No cost For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 13
Beginning Social Skills Sensory Make ‘N Take During this 30 minute virtual group your child will create new This group will help your child build social communication sensory play items such as rainsticks, maracas, I spy bottles, skills with peers, such as initiating and responding to and much more! Parent/caregiver assistance may be required. conversation, interactive play, and making verbal requests. Parents will participate along with their child to help them LEVEL B, C respond and engage with their peers. Facilitated by Autism Therapists with supervision from a Clinical Supervisor. INCLUDES • Weekly 30-minute virtual sessions at an 8:1 ratio • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions LEVEL B, C DATE Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. starting INCLUDES • 8 45-minute virtual sessions at a 4:1 ratio January 16 • Available virtually COST No cost DATE Thursdays from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. starting January 14 Saturdays from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m starting January 16 Playdough Play-time Saturdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. starting January 16 This group will help your child build fine motor skills and develop social communication skills with peers. The children COST No cost will begin by following instructions to make a kid-friendly playdough recipe. Within each group children will work on different playdough creations and be encouraged to share with their peers. Group Recreational Programs LEVEL A, B, C Circle Time INCLUDES • Weekly 45-minute virtual sessions at a 4:1 ratio Join us for songs and stories that will help children practice • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions a variety of skills necessary for successful participation in DATE Saturdays from 11:00-11:45 a.m. starting school virtually or in person. Parent/caregiver assistance will January 16 be required. COST No cost LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • Weekly 30-minute virtual sessions at an 8:1 ratio • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions Virtual March Break Travels DATE Mondays from 9:30-10:00 a.m. starting January 11 Let’s travel the world! Jump aboard our virtual airplane and Saturdays from 9:00-9:30 a.m. starting discover the wonders of the world. Have you ever wanted January 16 to see the pyramids? Or swim in the deep blue sea? Fly to COST No cost outerspace? Maybe you’re missing seeing the animals at the zoo? Together with Autism Therapists, your child will participate in virtual field trips and activities that celebrate locations all around the globe. Let us take you on your March Move and Groove Break vacation while safe at home. LEVEL A, B, C Let’s move our bodies! This gross motor group has different themes for each week. Children participate in physical INCLUDES • Daily 1 hour virtual sessions movement such as balancing, stretching, and exercising in a • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions fun way to get active. Imitation skills are required or parent/ • Daily themes and times to be determined caregiver assistance may be needed. DATE Monday, March 15 to Friday, March 19 LEVEL A, B, C Times to be determined INCLUDES • Weekly 30-minute virtual session at an COST No cost 8:1 ratio • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions. DATE Wednesdays from 1:00-1:30 p.m. starting January 13 COST No cost 14 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
Parent and Caregiver Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder Education and Training This workshop provides an overview of the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) including how children/youth with autism often perceive the world around them differently. Triple P Stepping Stones Participants are provided with information about what can This 9-week program for parents and caregivers of children be challenging for children with ASD, as well as some helpful with autism teaches positive, proactive strategies to strategies and resources. manage behaviours in a constructive way, encourage your LEVEL A, B, C child’s development, and cope with difficult situations. Recommended for parents and caregivers new to their child’s INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop diagnosis. DATE Thursday, February 25 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 6 2-hour group sessions for parents/ caregivers • 3 follow-up individualized consultations Managing Funds • Available in person or virtually, dependent Join us for information about managing funds received and upon COVID-19 health restrictions at that the reconciliation process for the Direct Funding Option time. (DFO), Childhood Budget, and Interim One Time Funding. This workshop is facilitated by a Service Navigator from Autism DATE Mondays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. starting Ontario and a Direct Funding Accounts Coordinator from the January 18 McMaster Children’s Hospital Autism Program. We will share Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. starting helpful templates for tracking funds received and invoices. January 20 Questions related to eligible and ineligible expenses and the COST No cost reconciliation process will be answered. The workshop is designed for new funding recipients as well as families already receiving funding. Bring any questions and if we are not able Coffee and Connecting to answer them, we will find the answer for you. Take a break for yourself to connect with other parents and LEVEL A, B, C caregivers who also have a child with autism. This informal social time provides an opportunity to meet others, learn, INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop and exchange information. Facilitated by a Family Service DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Coordinator. Thursday, March 4 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 30 min. virtual get-together • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions Assistance with Funding Applications DATE Tuesdays from 6:00-6:30pm starting on Filling out funding applications can be difficult. This workshop January 12 provides a step-by-step review of completing a variety Fridays from 9:30-10:00am starting of funding applications. Examples of applications to be January 15 reviewed are Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities, COST No cost Special Services at Home, Disability Tax Credit, Easter Seals Incontinience Grant, Access to Entertainment Card, and Accessible Parking Pass. Next Steps LEVEL A, B, C The days and months after a diagnosis of autism can be INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop overwhelming. This workshop provides a step-by-step • 1 follow-up individualized consultation checklist for parents, an overview of community services and funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions DATE Thursday, January 21 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. about supports for your child. Thursday, March 11 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Tuesday, January 26 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. COST No cost For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 15
Toilet Training Understanding Challenging Behaviour During this workshop, you will learn to recognize when This two-part workshop provides parents and caregivers children are ready to begin toilet training and identify with the skills to begin developing an intervention plan for patterns in current toileting behaviours. Various toilet challenging behaviour. In part one, you will learn to identify training strategies based on Applied Behaviour Analysis and collect data to better understand a behaviour. In part (ABA) principles will be covered. After participating in two, we will review your data and discuss strategies to reduce this workshop, you will be offered up to three 1:1 virtual challenging behaviour. This workshop will be facilitated by appointments to individualize the information for you and a Behaviour Therapist who is a Board Certified Behaviour your family. Analyst. Following participation in Part 2 of the workshop, you will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the LEVEL A, B, C information for you and your family. INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop LEVEL A, B, C • Follow-up individualized consultation INCLUDES • 2 2-hour virtual workshop DATE Wednesday, January 13 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. • 1 follow-up individualized consultation Wednesday, February 24 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. DATE Part 1: Friday, January 15 from 10:00 a.m.- COST No cost 12:00 p.m.; Part 2: Friday, January 22 from 10:00 a.m.- Teaching a New Skill 12:00 p.m.; Part 1: Friday, February 19 from 10:00 a.m.- This workshop helps caregivers learn Applied Behaviour 12:00 p.m.; Analysis (ABA) strategies for teaching a new skill. Examples Part 2: Friday, February 26 from 10:00 a.m.- of skills include: organization and homework, daily chores, 12:00 p.m.; hygiene, or dressing. After participating in this workshop, you Part 1: Friday, March 19 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the p.m.; information for you and your family. Part 2: Friday, March 26 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 LEVEL A, B, C p.m. INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop COST No cost • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Thursday, February 11 from Virtual Learning 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m Due to the pandemic, many students are currently COST No cost receiving their education through virtual learning classrooms. For children/youth with autism, this method of instruction can be particularly challenging. This workshop Desensitization: How to Make Difficult provides an overview of the possible components of Events Easier remote learning and how to set your child/youth up for The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a lot of changes for success for each one, using the principles of Applied parents and their children. This workshop focuses on making Behaviour Analysis. activities, like wearing a mask, getting a haircut, washing hands, LEVEL A, B, C or going to the store, more seamless for the entire family. You will learn strategies to help reduce your child’s challenging INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop behaviour during these activities, such as understanding • 1 follow-up individualized consultation how to develop a gradual approach to increase your child’s DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. tolerance of these activities and situations. This workshop is Tuesday, February 16 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. facilitated by a Behaviour Therapist who is a Board Certified Tuesday, March 30 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Behaviour Analyst. After participating in this workshop, you will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the COST No cost information for you and your family. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop Structured Independent Learning at Home • 1 follow-up individualized consultation Structured teaching is a set of teaching techniques that enhances your child’s learning and independence. This DATE Wednesday, February 10 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. workshop will introduce ways that you can arrange your home COST No cost environment and use familiar toys and materials to encourage play skills and daily routines, such as getting ready for school and completing homework. Structured teaching sets your child up for success by creating a learning environment that promotes greater independence. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Tuesday, February 23 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. COST No cost 16 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
POSITIVE FEEDBACK “It takes time, effort, consistence, resilience and patience. They help us a lot and seeing his progress shows hard work truly does pays off and it is mind blowing. But I do believe we all work together as a team to get him where he needs to be and continuing to become better. I thank Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre and the staff for everything they have done and their advice.” – Nuria
Grade 1 to 3 Consultation Psychological Services Service Planning Consultation All Psychological Services are with a Ph.D. level Psychologist. Psychological Services may be eligible for billing to private Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one insurance providers. of our expert program staff, we will help identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. Service Psychological Consultation recommendations will be made to help you achieve success. All psychological services begin with a psychological LEVEL A, B, C consultation appointment. These consultations provide INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment the opportunity to discuss concerns related to your child’s • Available in-person or virtually development, learning, behaviour, or social-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/ DATE Flexible or make service recommendations, including whether a COST No cost psychological assessment or treatment is recommended. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment Resource Consultation • Available in-person or virtually Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports DATE Flexible available in the community and/or help you complete funding COST No cost forms. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment Psychological Assessment • Available in-person or virtually We offer different types of psychological assessments, DATE Flexible depending upon the needs of your child. They include: COST No cost Psychoeducational, Developmental, Diagnostic, and Cognitive & Adaptive. Various areas of functioning are evaluated and the assessment may result in a diagnosis, such as an intellectual disability, learning disability, or anxiety disorder. The assessment Clinic Appointment will identify areas of strength and need and the report can be used to help inform educational and treatment planning, as well Meet with a clinician to discuss a specific skill you’d like your as help you access funding and resources in your community. child to develop or address a concern about your child’s behaviour. You will receive individualized tips and strategies LEVEL A, B, C for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours. INCLUDES • Clinical interview LEVEL A, B, C • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment questionnaires • Available in-person or virtually • Feedback session DATE Flexible • Written report • Available in-person or virtually COST No cost DATE Flexible COST Varies depending upon type of assessment completed, starting at $1,500 18 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
1:1 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Applied Behaviour Analysis Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence- (ABA) based psychological intervention that is goal-oriented and short-term. The focus of CBT is to challenge and change unhelpful thoughts, behaviours, and feelings, and to develop 1:1 ABA Therapy coping skills and strategies in order to help improve overall functioning and quality of life. All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and individualized behaviour plan to meet your child’s LEVEL C needs. Program plans can focus on building skills, like INCLUDES • 1-hour therapy session communication, toileting and play, or reducing challenging *10-14 sessions are typically recommended behaviours, like yelling, aggression, and self-injury. Skill • Available in-person or virtually building programs are provided by Autism Therapists and behaviour reduction programs are provided by Behaviour DATE Flexible Therapists who are Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. All COST $225 programming is overseen by a Clinical Supervisor. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • Assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) Speech and Language Services • Behaviour plan • 1:1 therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) All Speech & Language Services are with a regulated Speech • 1:1 parent/caregiver training and Language Pathologist (SLP). Speech & Language services • Summary report may be eligible for billing to private insurance providers. • Available in-person or virtually DATE Flexible Speech and Language Assessment COST 1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging This assessment is used to evaluate a child’s speech, language Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/week for 12 and social communication needs and strengths. The speech- weeks). Assessment and observation are language pathologist will provide strategies and/or make included in the Service Package. Additional recommendations regarding treatment and provide a written treatment hours are available (cost varies report for parents/caregivers that can inform educational and depending upon service goal). treatment planning. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • Clinical interview Group Clinical Programs • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires as appropriate Pivotal Response Training • Feedback session Pivotal Response Training (PRT) is an evidence-based • Written report behavioural treatment for children with autism. This program • Available in-person or virtually involves child and parent participation. You will learn DATE Flexible strategies that increase your child’s social communication skills using one of the pivotal areas including motivation, COST $380 responsivity to mulitiple cues, self-management, or self- initiations. A screening will be completed to determine which area of PRT is appropriate for your child, or to provide 1:1 Speech Therapy recommendations for other services. LEVEL Motivation to Talk with Others: Levels A and B Following an assessment with a speech-language pathologist, Responding to a Variety of Cues: Levels A and B this in-clinic therapy session offers practical strategies to Self-Managing Behaviour: Levels B and C promote your child’s speech and language development Initiating Conversations with Others: Levels B and social interactions. You will learn to engage your child in and C motivating, enjoyable activities while using these strategies. Resources and materials will be provided to support practice INCLUDES • 2 2-hour group sessions for parents/ at home. caregivers • 4 individualized virtual consultations LEVEL B, C DATE Start dates and times are individualize INCLUDES • 1 hour 1:1 speech therapy session with child and caregiver COST No cost • Resources and materials to support practice at home * Assessment to be completed with a Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre SLP prior to treatment session • Available in-person or virtually DATE Flexible COST $165 19
Play Date Fun P.A. Day Pizza Party Let’s play! Play is a vital skill for all children and provides Make your own pizza at home and join our virtual pizza party. opportunities for socializing and exploring imagination. Parent/caregiver assistance will be required. After modeling play skills and encouraging children to LEVEL A, B, C play together, therapists will lead and encourage parents to facilitate play between peers. By the end of the group INCLUDES • 1 hour virtual session families will be encouraged to set up a virtual play date with DATE Friday, January 29 from 12:00 -1:00 p.m. a peer in the group. Facilitated by Autism Therapists with supervision from a Clinical Supervisor. COST No cost LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 6 45-minute virtual sessions at a 4:1 ratio Virtual March Break Travels • Available virtually DATE Tuesdays from 6:00-6:45 p.m. starting on Let’s travel the world! Jump aboard our virtual airplane and January 12 discover the wonders of the world. Have you ever wanted to see the pyramids? Or swim in the deep blue sea? Fly to COST No cost outerspace? Maybe you’re missing seeing the animals at the zoo? Together with Autism Therapists, your child will participate in virtual field trips and activities that celebrate Try Something New locations all around the globe. Let us take you on your March Break vacation while safe at home. A weekly group to provide your child with an opportunity to LEVEL A, B, C participate in a variety of different activities. Each week will focus on a different hobby. Activities will be led by Autism INCLUDES • Daily 1 hour virtual sessions Therapists using step by step instructions to practice fine • Sign up for one, several or all sessions. motor skills, following instructions and getting creative in a • Daily themes and times to be determined casual environment. Activities may include drawing, painting, DATE Monday, March 15 to Friday, March 19 cooking, science, baking, and exercise. Facilitated by Autism Therapists with supervision from a Clinical Supervisor. Times to be determined LEVEL COST No cost B, C INCLUDES • 8 45-minute virtual sessions at a 4:1 ratio • Available virtually DATE Wednesdays from 4:30-5:15 p.m. starting January 20 COST No cost Group Recreational Programs Let’s Get Movin’! Let’s move our bodies! This gross motor group has different themes for each week. Children participate in physical movement such as balancing, stretching, and exercising in a fun way to get active. Imitation skills are required or parent/ caregiver assistance may be needed. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • Weekly 45-minute virtual sessions at an 8:1 ratio • Sign up for one, several or all sessions. DATE Mondays from 1:00-1:45 p.m. starting January 11 COST No cost 20 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
Parent and Caregiver Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder Education and Training This workshop provides an overview of the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) including how children/youth with autism often perceive the world around them differently. Triple P Stepping Stones Participants are provided with information about what can This 9-week program for parents and caregivers of children be challenging for children with ASD, as well as some helpful with autism teaches positive, proactive strategies to strategies and resources. manage behaviours in a constructive way, encourage your LEVEL A, B, C child’s development, and cope with difficult situations. Recommended for parents and caregivers new to their child’s INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop diagnosis. DATE Thursday, February 25 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 6 2-hour group sessions for parents/ caregivers • 3 follow-up individualized consultations Managing Funds • Available in person or virtually, dependent Join us for information about managing funds received and upon COVID-19 health restrictions at that the reconciliation process for the Direct Funding Option time. (DFO), Childhood Budget, and Interim One Time Funding. This workshop is facilitated by a Service Navigator from Autism DATE Mondays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. starting Ontario and a Direct Funding Accounts Coordinator from the January 18 McMaster Children’s Hospital Autism Program. We will share Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. starting helpful templates for tracking funds received and invoices. January 20 Questions related to eligible and ineligible expenses and the COST No cost reconciliation process will be answered. The workshop is designed for new funding recipients as well as families already receiving funding. Bring any questions and if we are not able Coffee and Connecting to answer them, we will find the answer for you. Take a break for yourself to connect with other parents and LEVEL A, B, C caregivers who also have a child with autism. This informal social time provides an opportunity to meet others, learn, INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop and exchange information. Facilitated by a Family Service DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Coordinator. Thursday, March 4 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 30 min. virtual get-together • Sign up for one, several, or all sessions Assistance with Funding Applications DATE Tuesdays from 6:00-6:30pm starting on Filling out funding applications can be difficult. This workshop January 12 provides a step-by-step review of completing a variety Fridays from 9:30-10:00am starting of funding applications. Examples of applications to be January 15 reviewed are Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities, COST No cost Special Services at Home, Disability Tax Credit, Easter Seals Incontinience Grant, Access to Entertainment Card, and Accessible Parking Pass. Next Steps LEVEL A, B, C The days and months after a diagnosis of autism can be INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop overwhelming. This workshop provides a step-by-step • 1 follow-up individualized consultation checklist for parents, an overview of community services and funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions DATE Thursday, January 21 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. about supports for your child. Thursday, March 11 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. LEVEL A, B, C COST No cost INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Tuesday, January 26 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. COST No cost For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 21
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Toilet Training Understanding Challenging Behaviour During this workshop, you will learn to recognize when This two-part workshop provides parents and caregivers children are ready to begin toilet training and identify with the skills to begin developing an intervention plan for patterns in current toileting behaviours. Various toilet challenging behaviour. In part one, you will learn to identify training strategies based on Applied Behaviour Analysis and collect data to better understand a behaviour. In part (ABA) principles will be covered. After participating in two, we will review your data and discuss strategies to reduce this workshop, you will be offered up to three 1:1 virtual challenging behaviour. This workshop will be facilitated by appointments to individualize the information for you and a Behaviour Therapist who is a Board Certified Behaviour your family. Analyst. Following participation in Part 2 of the workshop, you will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the LEVEL A, B, C information for you and your family. INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop LEVEL A, B, C • Follow-up individualized consultation INCLUDES • 2 2-hour virtual workshop DATE Wednesday, January 13 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. • 1 follow-up individualized consultation Wednesday, February 24 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. DATE Part 1: Friday, January 15 from 10:00 a.m.- COST No cost 12:00 p.m.; Part 2: Friday, January 22 from 10:00 a.m.- Teaching a New Skill 12:00 p.m.; Part 1: Friday, February 19 from 10:00 a.m.- This workshop helps caregivers learn Applied Behaviour 12:00 p.m.; Analysis (ABA) strategies for teaching a new skill. Examples Part 2: Friday, February 26 from 10:00 a.m.- of skills include: organization and homework, daily chores, 12:00 p.m.; hygiene, or dressing. After participating in this workshop, you Part 1: Friday, March 19 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the p.m.; information for you and your family. Part 2: Friday, March 26 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 LEVEL A, B, C p.m. INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop COST No cost • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Thursday, February 11 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m Virtual Learning COST No cost Due to the pandemic, many students are currently receiving their education through virtual learning classrooms. For children/youth with autism, this method of Desensitization: How to Make Difficult instruction can be particularly challenging. This workshop Events Easier provides an overview of the possible components of The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a lot of changes for remote learning and how to set your child/youth up for parents and their children. This workshop focuses on making success for each one, using the principles of Applied activities, like wearing a mask, getting a haircut, washing hands, Behaviour Analysis. or going to the store, more seamless for the entire family. You LEVEL A, B, C will learn strategies to help reduce your child’s challenging behaviour during these activities, such as understanding INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop how to develop a gradual approach to increase your child’s • 1 follow-up individualized consultation tolerance of these activities and situations. This workshop is DATE Tuesday, January 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. facilitated by a Behaviour Therapist who is a Board Certified Tuesday, February 16 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Behaviour Analyst. After participating in this workshop, you Tuesday, March 30 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. will be offered a 1:1 virtual appointment to individualize the information for you and your family. COST No cost LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop Structured Independent Learning at Home • 1 follow-up individualized consultation Structured teaching is a set of teaching techniques that DATE enhances your child’s learning and independence. This Wednesday, February 10 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. workshop will introduce ways that you can arrange your home COST No cost environment and use familiar toys and materials to encourage play skills and daily routines, such as getting ready for school and completing homework. Structured teaching sets your child up for success by creating a learning environment that promotes greater independence. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 2-hour virtual workshop • 1 follow-up individualized consultation DATE Tuesday, February 23 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. COST No cost For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca. 23
Grade 4 to 8 Consultation Psychological Services Service Planning Consultation All Psychological Services are with a Ph.D. level Psychologist. Psychological Services may be eligible for billing to private Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one insurance providers. of our expert program staff, we will help identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. Service Psychological Consultation recommendations will be made to help you achieve success. All psychological services begin with a psychological LEVEL A, B, C consultation appointment. These consultations provide INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment the opportunity to discuss concerns related to your child’s • Available in-person or virtually development, learning, behaviour, or social-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/ DATE Flexible or make service recommendations, including whether a COST No cost psychological assessment or treatment is recommended. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment Resource Consultation • Available in-person or virtually Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports DATE Flexible available in the community and/or help you complete funding COST No cost forms. LEVEL A, B, C INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment Psychological Assessment • Available in-person or virtually We offer different types of psychological assessments, DATE Flexible depending upon the needs of your child. They include: COST No cost Psychoeducational, Developmental, Diagnostic, and Cognitive & Adaptive. Various areas of functioning are evaluated and the assessment may result in a diagnosis, such as an intellectual disability, learning disability, or anxiety disorder. The assessment Clinic Appointment will identify areas of strength and need and the report can be used to help inform educational and treatment planning, as well Meet with a clinician to discuss a specific skill you’d like your as help you access funding and resources in your community. child to develop or address a concern about your child’s behaviour. You will receive individualized tips and strategies LEVEL A, B, C for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours. INCLUDES • Clinical interview LEVEL A, B, C • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and INCLUDES • 1-hour appointment questionnaires • Available in-person or virtually • Feedback session DATE Flexible • Written report • Available in-person or virtually COST No cost DATE Flexible COST Varies depending upon type of assessment completed, starting at $1,500 24 McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism
1:1 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Group Clinical Programs Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence- based psychological intervention that is goal-oriented and Pivotal Response Training short-term. The focus of CBT is to challenge and change Pivotal Response Training (PRT) is an evidence-based unhelpful thoughts, behaviours, and feelings, and to develop behavioural treatment for children with autism. This program coping skills and strategies in order to help improve overall involves child and parent participation. You will learn functioning and quality of life. strategies that increase your child’s social communication LEVEL C skills using one of the pivotal areas including motivation, responsivity to mulitiple cues, self-management, or self- INCLUDES • 1-hour therapy session initiations. A screening will be completed to determine *10-14 sessions are typically recommended which area of PRT is appropriate for your child, or to provide • Available in-person or virtually recommendations for other services. DATE Flexible LEVEL Motivation to Talk with Others: Levels A and B COST $225 Responding to a Variety of Cues: Levels A and B Self-Managing Behaviour: Levels B and C Initiating Conversations with Others: Levels B and C Applied Behaviour Analysis INCLUDES • 2 2-hour group sessions for parents/ (ABA) caregivers • 4 individualized virtual consultations DATE Start dates and times are individualized. 1:1 ABA Therapy COST No cost All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and individualized behaviour plan to meet your child’s needs. Program plans can focus on building skills, like Let’s Hang Out! communication, toileting and play, or reducing challenging behaviours, like yelling, aggression, and self-injury. Skill Let’s Hang Out is designed to build everyday skills such as: building programs are provided by Autism Therapists and social skills (initiating and responding to greetings, basic behaviour reduction programs are provided by Behaviour conversations, interactive play, and sharing), communication Therapists who are Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. All skills (requesting, following instructions in a group setting, programming is overseen by a Clinical Supervisor. using full sentences), and daily living skills (washing hands and preparing a snack). The program curriculum incorporates LEVEL A, B, C the use of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles and INCLUDES • Assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) teaches social skills using Behavioural Skills Training (i.e. • Behaviour plan instruction, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback). Facilitated by • 1:1 therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) Autism Therapists with supervision from a Clinical Supervisor. • 1:1 parent/caregiver training LEVEL B, C • Summary report • Available in-person or virtually INCLUDES • 8 1.5-hour virtual sessions at a 4:1 ratio • Available virtually DATE Flexible DATE Thursdays from 3:30-5:00 p.m. starting COST 1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week February 4 for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/week for 12 COST No cost weeks). Assessment and observation are included in the Service Package. Additional treatment hours are available (cost varies Children’s Friendship Training depending upon service goal). Children’s Friendship Training (CFT) is a group-based program for kids 8-12 years old. Participants learn and develop the skills needed to make and keep friends through role playing and activities. Parents/caregivers learn strategies to support their children as they develop these skills. Facilitated by Autism Therapists with supervision from a Clinical Supervisor. LEVEL C INCLUDES • 12 1.5-hour child group sessions at a 6:1 ratio; run concurrently with 12 1.5-hour parent group sessions • Available in person or virtually, dependent upon COVID-19 health restrictions at the time. DATE Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting January 12 COST No cost 25
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