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Picky Eating
During this workshop presented by an Autism Therapist and Speech-Language Pathologist, you will learn general information related to what is involved in the process of eating, as well as a variety of positive approaches to introducing new foods or expanding food choices for picky eaters. Strategies are covered step-by-step, in a practical manner to address a variety of eating-related issues. This workshop builds on the information shared in the Promoting Positive Mealtimes workshop.
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- Age Group Grade 1-4, Grade 5-8, Preschool and Kindergarten
- Service Type Parent and Caregiver Training
- LevelA,B,C
- Includes
2-hour virtual workshop
- DateWednesday, June 5 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Monday, August 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - CostNo Cost
Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) Training
Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) ® Training is an evidence-based, naturalistic developmental behavioural intervention for children with autism up to age 12 years. This training includes 2 group sessions for parents/caregivers and 4 individual consultation sessions that involve both child and parent/caregiver participation. You will learn strategies that increase your child’s skills in a specific pivotal area known to produce widespread positive improvements in learning, social communication, and behaviour.
A screening will be completed to determine which pivotal area is most appropriate for your child or to provide recommendations for other services.
- Age Group Grade 1-4, Grade 5-8, Preschool and Kindergarten
- Service Type Group Programs
- LevelA, B & C
- Includes
Two 1-hour virtual individual workshop sessions for parents/caregivers
Four 1-hour virtual individual sessions for child and parent/caregiver
- DateStart dates and times are individualized
- CostNo Cost
Preventing and Responding to Elopement
Your child may be considered a “flight risk” if they make repeated attempts to leave a designated area without permission or supervision. This workshop is for families who are looking for ways to prevent their child from eloping and what to do when elopement does happen. This workshop is facilitated by a Behaviour Therapist who is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.
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- Age Group Grade 1-4, Grade 5-8, Highschool
- Service Type Parent and Caregiver Training
- LevelA, B, C
- Includes
90-minute virtual workshop
- DateFriday, June 14 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, September 10 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - CostNo cost
Promoting Positive Mealtimes
During this workshop facilitated by an Occupational Therapist and a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will learn about the development of the skills involved in eating and how to set up your mealtime environment for success. We will discuss strategies to reduce the stress and worry that can surround mealtimes with a child with eating-related issues and explore ways to make feeding fun. This workshop is intended for families looking to improve their child’s eating and mealtime experience.
- Age Group Grade 1-4, Preschool and Kindergarten
- Service Type Parent and Caregiver Training
- LevelA, B, C
- Includes
2-hour virtual workshop - DateThursday, May 16 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- CostNo Cost
Psychoeducational Assessment
Psychoeducational assessments are used to identify areas of strength and need in a student’s learning profile allowing for a deeper understanding of their educational abilities. It may also be used to a make a decision as to whether their challenges in school can be accounted for by additional diagnoses such as Specific Learning Disorder, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or Intellectual Developmental Disorder. Recommendations are made to enable students to access appropriate academic accommodations and supports at school, home, and in the community.
- Age Group Grade 1-4, Grade 5-8, Highschool
- Service Type Consultation
- LevelA, B,C
- Includes
- Clinical interview
- Behavioural observations
- Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires
- Feedback session
- Written report
- Available in-person or virtually – please be advised that some aspects of the assessment will need to take place in-person
- DateFlexible
- Cost$4,200
Please note that OAP Core Clinical Funding CANNOT be used for this type of assessment but some Extended Health Benefit plans cover psychological services.
Psychological Assessment Consultation
All psychological assessments begin with this consultation with a Psychologist to share your questions and concerns about your child/youth so you can determine which type of assessment is best and when it should occur.
- Age Group Grade 1-4, Grade 5-8, Highschool
- Service Type Psychological Services
- LevelA,B,C
- Includes
• Parent/caregiver appointment with Psychologist
• Available virtually - DateFlexible
- Cost$225