Caregivers

This blog is written for parents and caregivers looking for autism assessment information for their child under age 18. For information and resources regarding adult […]

AutismBC Meets We believe in the power of community to uplift each other Everyone needs a place where they feel safe to open up and […]

Summer can be the highlight of a child’s year. We’ve compiled a list of autism-friendly summer camps for your family to make this year great!

The holidays can be a great time to relax, decompress, and be with loved ones. It’s also a common time to enter autistic and/or caregiver […]

Autistic caregivers hold communities together. It’s time for systems in BC to do the same for them. Learn about needs, support, and more.

School can be a significant challenge for neurodivergent students. The pressures of school may lead to frequent absences or school avoidance. Gaining deeper insight into the stressors of school can help, from sensory differences to social demands.

Statement from the Executive Director of AutismBC on the Report by the Representative for Children and Youth – Too Many Left Behind Jan 31, 2025 […]

Some families are counting down the days until summer vacation begins and are busy making plans for vacations, camping, and downtime. For those of us […]

An overwhelming majority of autistic people have co-occurring health conditions, according to our recent survey. Among the most common are anxiety, selective mutism, ADHD, sensory […]

Lisa shares her tips and lessons learned over the years as a parent and Regional Coordinator at AutismBC!

Tax time is stressful, so our Resource Team compiled a list of autism-related benefits to make sure you get the support you need.

It’s important to educate yourself on the different types of therapies for autistic children and youth available so that you can make the best decision […]

In a recent survey, we asked autistic adults in BC to tell us about the barriers they faced while accessing neuroaffirming care, and they offered suggestions for what might help them get more support. 

A BC therapist discusses providing neuroaffirming mental healthcare to autistic clients across the province.

School Options in BC  Public School  In-person (IP) schools, often referred to as “brick & mortar” or “B&M,” public schools are your local school(s) open to […]

The teen years can be a turbulent time for families and a particularly challenging time for neurodivergent youth. From new social pressures to their changing bodies, autistic teens experience unique social, cognitive, and emotional changes. However, adolescents can thrive during their teen years when supported and safe. 

Sarah talks about floortime therapy with occupational therapists from Little Buddies Pediatric Therapy.

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 […]