Online Learning, Alternative Learning and Homeschool
School Options in BC Public School In-person (IP) schools, often referred to as “brick & mortar”, public schools are your local school(s) open to all students. […]
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Reframing shameful thoughts as an autistic adult
Reframing shameful thoughts can help you feel better about yourself as an autistic adult, a self-advocate says.
Working a Seasonal Job at Playland and the PNE Fair
“For thirteen years, I’ve been working at Playland & PNE. As an Autistic worker, I’m sharing with you my experience working there.”
Autism-Friendly Summer Camps and Programs
Summer can be the highlight of a child’s year, but it can also be full of adjustments. We have compiled a list of Autism-Friendly Summer Camps, Day Programs, Online Events, and more to help you and your family plan! This list will be growing as we discover additional programs, so feel free to check back regularly. Do you know of a Summer Camp or program that we should have included on this list? Let us know.
Late Not Less: Adult Autism Assessment Is Prohibitively Expensive
Getting an adult autism assessment can be a lot to deal with late in life. Liv Robinson shares their story of late diagnosis.
Late Not Less: Autistic Adults Are Frequently Misdiagnosed
Megan Flamand, an Indigenous Child and Youth Care Worker for Surrey Schools in BC, talks about her realization of being autistic after being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.
5 Reasons Autistic Women and Girls are Underdiagnosed
To improve the diagnosis and care of autistic women and girls, it is important to understand the unique challenges they face.
Late Not Less: Not Enough Clinicians Are Trained to Assess Adults
Shannon saw many clinicians in her journey to diagnosis. See just how much misinformation she had to wade through.
Late Not Less: Autistic Adults Need Supports
Caroline shares how she realized she is autistic and why she feels she will remain self-diagnosed.
Late Not Less: Stigma and Ableism Keeps Support Out of Reach
Kristina has had to overcome years of internalized ableism and an identity build around giftness. Discover how Kristina’s asymmetrical development hid their other autistic traits and why their parents overlooked this.
Add-On the Bill for AutismBC 2023
A big thank you to our fundraising partners celebrating Autism Acceptance Month! We are so grateful that these businesses are committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion, accessibility, and acceptance in their communities and beyond. Shop these businesses throughout April to make a donation to AutismBC or have a percentage of your purchase donated. All funds go to support AutismBC programs throughout the province for autistic children, youth, adults and their families.
What is Autism?
What is Autism? Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference that impacts all aspects of a person’s life. It is characterized by differences in social communication […]