This introductory workshop takes you through the 5 W’s of a Microboard and how it can be a source of support for your family members into the future. Learn what it is, how it works, and the impact that a Microboard can have on a person’s life, and those of their friends/family by hearing from a family with a Microboard. Q&A sessions always follow.
Register here:
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/33859
Autistic youth are invited to join Autism Ontario on a highly visual and educational 6-week program with a professional astronomer from Astronomy in Action to guide you through the cosmos! Each week you will venture farther into the universe as you explore the night sky, constellations, planets, stars, galaxies, and so much more! They encourage participants to guide their adventure through curiosity and questions! Join Autism Ontario Tuesdays, November 5 to December 10 from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Register here: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=10272
P4P is excited to offer another Lunch & Learn webcast!
Whether you’re new to the Planning Network and their available resources, or you love the Planning Network but aren’t sure how to help families find the information they need – this webcast is for you.
Join them on November 5 at 12pm for the opportunity to walk through and learn about the Planning Network, while also receiving tips on the best way to share the Planning Network with the families you support.
Register at the link here: https://bit.ly/3T6BE9j
Join DSO Housing Navigators for the Developmental Services 3rd Annual Housing Strategy Forum on November 26, 2024, from 9:30am to 3pm. This year’s theme is Creating Opportunity Through Community Collaboration.
Register at this link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8gsjmjh
Join Autism Ontario on November 14 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm for their upcoming webinar with Katy Albert on navigating life’s joys and challenges using self-compassion, acceptance, and value-driven action to promote healthy coping and improve caregiver well-being.
This session is ideal for caregivers, siblings, and family members of autistic children, youth, and adults. Professionals working with the autistic community and their families are also welcome to attend.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Bw2Qbs
Can’t make it? Register to watch this discussion after the event On-Demand
NOVEMBER 2024 – Virtual Group Programs for Young Adults (Ages 16+)
Join their community! Recreational Respite’s online groups for Young Adults are inclusive for all abilities, and foster outcomes such as creativity, critical thinking, independence, and self-discovery, along with healthy lifestyles, relationships, and skills for success.
Registration is open now for all November programs. www.recrespite.com/virtual-services/
This month they invite you to a FREE peer-to-peer program, Card Games “Bring a Friend” Event! Friday, November 22 at 6:30pm ET. And check out other programs, there is something for everyone!
🔹Memory Masters
🔹Muscles and Me!
🔹Deep Dive: Walt Disney
🔹Adapting to Change
🔹Squeaky Clean Personal Hygiene
🔹Create Your Own Poppy
🔹All the Colours of the Rainbow (2SLGBTQI+ allyship)
🔹The Importance of Saving
🔹Online Trip: Jurassic Park
🔹Friendship Circle Series
🔹TGIF Game Nights!
🔹and more!
All programs are run via Zoom, scheduled in Eastern Time, and inclusive to young adults of all abilities (ages 16+) through out Canada.
🖥 www.recrespite.com/virtual-services
📧 groups@recrespite.com
📞 1-877-855-7070
Join Camp Kirk on October 29th from 6:30-8:30PM for a Free Webinar, Nurturing connections
Empowering Parents of Neurodivergent Children, delivered by compassionate and knowledgeable speakers who are also parents of neurodivergent children & youth. The topics covered will be:
For more info and to register, visit: https://campkirk.com/webinar/
Join the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board on November 13th for a virtual session exploring how families can use technology in healthy ways. Matthew Johnson, the director of education for MediaSmarts will discuss how to create better habits that empower youth to be in control, rather than their apps and devices. Save your spot: https://ow.ly/3Yp450TGQjP
October 22, 2024 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Elevate Your Business with Disability Inclusive Hiring Practices!
The Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) is unveiling a transformative way of making Ontario workplaces accessible and inclusive. It’s called Beyond AODA Compliance — Disability Inclusive Hiring. And you’re invited to attend one of the sessions hosted by ODEN to find out about it!
Join Autism Ontario on this 45 minute online, interactive dance workshop to talk about Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, and how you can use Bollywood as way of storytelling. Fun for the whole family, everyone can join in. No experience needed.
Please contact kim.tran@autismontario.com for any questions.
To register, click here: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?id=10183&reset=1
