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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism
DESCRIPTION:If you are an autistic parent\, or the parent of an autistic child\, you are invited to attend our first Art of Parenting…with Autism session for 2024! \nEach Art of Parenting session focuses on different aspects of parenting through the lens of being autistic and/or parenting autistic children. Through a short presentation\, discussion and activities\, participants will receive encouragement\, support and practical short and long term strategies for navigating parenting in the healthiest way possible\, with a focus on self-care and compassion. \nThis session will focus on how to find encouragement and hope in the midst of dealing with systemic issues occasionally encountered when dealing with schools\, professionals\, friends and outside of family. We will discuss strategies you can implement when you feel misunderstood\, and provide compassionate advice on how to not give up when you feel discouraged or defeated. \nThese sessions intend to educate\, empower and encourage parents on their journey\, as well as create a safe community of ongoing support. Participants will benefit from the practical information provided each session as well as the connection of others who share similar experiences. \nMark your calendar and plan to join us Thursday\, January 25 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \nThis session is FREE and entirely virtual\, via our Sinneave Connects online learning platform. \nIf you already have a Sinneave Connects account\, just log in as usual. If you haven’t yet opened an account\, it’s easy! Click the button below that says\, “The Art of Parenting – January 25” to be directed to the portal and follow the prompts. \n\nPick a user name\nPick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)\nSelect “Register”\nChoose “The Art of Parenting – January 25” and enroll.\n\nThe Art of Parenting – January 25  \n  \nAbout the Presenter: Joannie Rosevear is a neurodivergent mother of five beautiful children. She is passionate about supporting and encouraging other families so they don’t feel alone in their journey. Her personal experience in parenting children both on and off the spectrum informs the work she does as a Program Facilitator with The Sinneave Family Foundation\, knowing that\, while books\, resources and professionals are helpful\, connecting with someone with lived experience and who “gets it” can be truly empowering. \nIf you have any questions about this event or if you need support navigating  the Sinneave Connects learning hub\, please email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. We’re here to help! \nPlease note: While advance registration is not necessary for most of our Learning & Connection activities (you are welcome to just drop-in)\, IF you do pre-register it helps us in our planning AND allows us to notify you in the event of a last-minute change or cancellation. Either way\, we’d love to see you! \nP.S. The quick access button to Sinneave Connects is on the upper right corner of our Homepage.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-art-of-parenting-with-autism-7/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Learning & Connection Activity
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Workshop - Non-verbal Communication: Learning how to tell if others want to talk with you
DESCRIPTION:Do you find it challenging to know if people are interested and willing to talk with you?\nJoin us Tuesday\, January 30\, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. to learn about non-verbal communication and some of the visual cues and strategies you can use to enhance communication in social settings.\nThis session is one of a series of six drop-in workshops designed to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication\, providing information\, tips and strategies to help Autistic and neurodivergent individuals to connect and thrive in social situations.\n\nAll workshops are in-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW).\n\nThere is no cost to attend these sessions.\n\nAdvance registration is not required – you can attend them all (we recommend this!) or just the ones that seem interesting to you.\n\nAll sessions begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.\n\nIf attending in-person presents a barrier for you\, you can also choose to attend virtually via Sinneave Connects\, our online learning portal. Sinneave Connects is FREE\, but you must register for an account to use it.\n\nIf you already have a Connects account\, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet\, it’s easy! Click the button below that says “Sinneave Connects” to access the portal and follow these steps:\n\n 	Create a user name\n 	Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)\n 	Select “Register”\n 	Choose the Drop-in Workshop – Non-verbal Communication course to access the virtual link.\n\nDrop-in Workshop – Non-verbal Communication: Learning how to tell if others want to talk with you\n\nOther Social Communication Workshop topics include:\nNon-verbal Communication: Learning how to tell if others want to talk with you\nDo you find it challenging to know if people are interested and willing to talk with you? In this session\, we’ll talk about non-verbal communication and learn some of the visual cues and strategies you can use to find out. \nStrategies for Entering Conversations: Easy ways to start or join social conversations\nWe know that starting a conversation or joining in a conversation that is already underway can be difficult. In this session\, we’ll learn and practice a few strategies to help you enter into conversations more confidently. \nStrategies for Exiting Conversations: Easy ways to end or leave a conversation\nHow do you end or leave a conversation when it’s time to go? In this session\, we’ll talk about strategies you can learn and practice to help you leave a conversation or end a conversation in tactful ways. \nElectronic Communication: Strategies for managing electronic communication and  and maintaining good mental health\nTechnology is rapidly changing and advancing. While we embrace the good things it has to offer\, it has also introduced many new challenges. In this session\, we’ll talk about the implications of online safety and discuss strategies for navigating electronic communication and maintaining good mental health in the process.\nEstablishing Social Connections: 5 Pro-tips for developing social relationships in your community\nMeeting new people and making friends isn’t always easy. In this session\, we’ll share 5 tips you can practice and use when it comes to making friends and maintaining social relationships. \nHandling Disagreements in communication: Tips for keeping your cool\nDo you find it difficult to communicate when someone disagrees with you? In this session\, we’ll talk about conflict and share tips to help you keep your cool when you’re in the middle of a disagreement\, as well as provide strategies to help you work through it. \nIf you have any questions about these workshops or if you need help navigating the Sinneave Connects online learning portal\, please reach out by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here for you!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/drop-in-workshop-non-verbal-communication-learning-how-to-tell-if-others-want-to-talk-with-you-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid: The Ability Hub and Online\, 300\, 3820 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B 2X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Autism Housing Network of Alberta - Hybrid Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Autism Housing Network of Alberta (AHNA)\, together with STEPS Society of Red Deer is hosting a Hybrid Resource Fair\, with an eye to the future. \n“Who Will Care for our Loved Ones in the Future” Resource Fair will bring together like-minded individuals and organizations to envision and plan for the future and explore various resources that can help shape the path ahead. \nWednesday\, January 31\, 2024 \n6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nIf you are in the Red Deer area\, you’re invited to connect in-person at STEPS Society (2830 Bremner Avenue) \nParticipants from outside of Red Deer are invited to attend virtually from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. online via an Eventbrite link. \nThe event will feature: \n\nResource Fair booths for in-person attendees\nA variety of guest speakers\nNetworking opportunities\nConnecting with other families\nGenerating new ideas and insights\n\nRSVP to reserve your spot today! When you click the buttons below\, you will be directed to an EventBrite site to reserve your spot. There is no charge for this event. \nTo attend the in-person event\, click the button below that says “I’m Coming to Red Deer” \nI’m Coming to Red Deer!  \nTo attend the virtual event\, click the button below that says\, “I’m Attending Virtually” \nI’m attending Virtually! \n  \nIf you have questions about this event\, please reach out to STEPS Society by calling 403 343-6249 or email frc@epssworks.com
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autism-housing-network-of-alberta-hybrid-resource-fair/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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