Caregivers
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 and interaction and […]
What is Floortime Therapy?
Sarah talks about floortime therapy with occupational therapists from Little Buddies Pediatric Therapy.
Supporting a Non-Verbal Autistic Loved One
Non-verbal communication can be difficult to understand, both for those observing and for those experiencing it. However, it can be helpful in explaining to non-autistic […]
How to Strengthen Your Advocacy Skills as a Caregiver
In this guest blog, Cynthia Lockrey shares with us 6 ways to become a stronger advocate for your child on the spectrum.
What is Physiotherapy (PT)?
Are you wondering about the benefits of Physiotherapy (PT)? We sat down with Kelsey van Stolk, a Physiotherapist from Kids Physio Group, which offers services throughout BC. Join us as we ask Kelsey some questions about PT. What is PT? How can it help?
The Blue Pumpkin Debate: What you need to know
Teal pumpkins started getting popular in 2014 when nonprofit Food Allergy Research & Education launched a campaign to help kids with food allergies enjoy Halloween […]
Preparing For Your Child’s Private Autism Assessment
Heading into an assessment can be an overwhelming experience for both caregivers and individuals on the spectrum. You may have waited a long time for the assessment and want to be as thorough as possible.
From Diagnosis to Degree: A story of a Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapist-Mom
Kerry Schroeder is a neurodiversity-affirming Registered Clinical Counsellor and parent coach based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She empowers parents of neurodivergent children with science-backed education and strengths-based strategies.
A Parent’s Experience with Police & Emergency Services
Lisa Watson is AutismBC’s Regional Coordinator for the Interior. In this blog, she shares her experience with police, emergency services, care staff, and members of the public during times when her son has eloped.
Back to School Planning
After much effort, you’ve finally settled your child into a summer routine, and now you have to start transitioning them back to school!
Transitioning to Summer with Your Autistic Child
Transition can refer to different types of changes. For example: daily transitions from one activity to another; life transitions into adulthood; annual transitions from the end of a school year to the summer. There are strategies and techniques that you can use to help manage transitions on any scale. Learn how to deal with transitioning to summer challenges for your child and your family.
What is a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)?
Chelsea Jelic is a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist from POPARD (Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders). She will talk about what a Speech-Language Pathologist does, and how they can help support your child, your loved one or yourself.
