February 2020
Navigating the Social Network Super Highway
Workshop Description: Navigating the Social Network Super Highway (Original title: Putting Yourself Out There! How to help grow social networks and find your tribe) Having social networks is part of who we are as human beings. They play a significant role in most areas of our daily life. For adolescents and adults with autism, creating and maintaining meaningful social connections can often feel difficult, confusing, and overwhelming. This presentation will focus on the importance of developing and maintaining connections throughout…
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Time To Get Up And Go To Work! Strategies to increase employment readiness
Workshop Description: In this presentation, participants will learn about the basic steps to gain and maintain successful employment. Beginning with pre-employment skills such as exploring interests, resume writing, and job searching, through to interview skills and other self-advocacy skills (e.g., seeking supports, disclosure), participants will learn about a variety of strategies to help individuals with autism be successful in the workforce. Presenter Bios: Dr. Shane Lynch (Special Education) is a Registered Psychologist and the Director of Professional Practice and Evaluation…
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