Workshop Description: Learn how today's purchases impact tomorrow's freedoms. This workshop will teach participants how to map out a monthly budget. Using case studies and materials you can later use for your own financial planning, participants will learn strategies that will help navigate the month to ensure there is no overspending. Presenters: Jordan Alford and Shane Lynch Jordan Alford is a Chartered Investment Manager with over 9 years of experience helping people with their finances. As an Investment Advisor for RBC,…
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Workshop Description: This workshop will describe the invisible fire within each of us that we call motivation. Participants will learn a variety of strategies to inspire others and help to fuel the invisible fire. Presenter: Shane Lynch Dr. Shane Lynch is the Director of Professional Practice and Evaluation at the Sinneave Family Foundation. In this role, he leads a skilled inter-disciplinary team in delivering service excellence, oversees client service focused measurement and evaluation, and builds out pathways into the community.…
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Understanding the Reasons Why People use Problem Behavior Please click here to access the recording! Description: Have you wondered why someone uses problem behavior, even when they “know better”? What motivates someone to use problem behavior? In this workshop, participants will learn: a) the simple reasons why people use problem behavior, b) how to determine why someone you know uses problem behavior, and c) a variety of practical strategies to promote the use of more positive behavior. This…
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Please click here or on the image below to access the recording! Workshop Description: Bullying, or peer victimization, is an unfortunate and common experience of those on the spectrum. This session will provide attendees with an understanding of how bullying is currently described, its frequency regarding those on the spectrum, and its impact. Strategies to address these concerns will also be discussed.
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Workshop Description: Caring for the Caregiver: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ACT seeks to help individuals to manage difficult things in their lives and mindfully connect with things that are most important in a way that is loving and respectful. With an introduction to the concept of ‘mindfulness,’ ACT helps to develop a new mindful relationship with unwanted thoughts and feelings. This process helps a person to be more open, and to take action consistent with what they care about.…
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The QuickStart Planning Tool is a new online form that can help you create a personalized plan for success after high school. Come meet other parents with adolescents and young adults on the spectrum and learn about resources in our community to help guide the transition to adulthood. March 2, 9, 16, 2021 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Grab a coffee Make new connections Learn about resources Plan to succeed!
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PLEASE JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION on FORWARD HOUSING’S NEWEST AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN CALGARY (Bishop's Manor in Bridgeland) Hosted by: The Sinneave Family Foundation and Forward Housing Date: Tuesday, March 2, 2021 Who should attend? If you are an independent autistic adult looking for affordable housing in 2021. If you are the family or support person of an autistic adult looking for affordable housing in Calgary. If you are interested in exploring natural supports available…
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Autism and PTSD: Overlapping, Overwhelming and Under-Recognized Date: Thursday, March 11, 2021 6:30 - 8:30 pm Click here to access the recording on the AIDE Canada website. Workshop Description Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) represents a significant mental health challenge that can be difficult to recognize and treat in individuals with social communication challenges. This workshop will discuss why trauma is often overlooked in autistic individuals and how to enhance awareness of PTSD and support effective intervention. Bio …
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This workshop will provide a brief overview of self-determination theory and factors that support its development.
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Join us for the online presentation and live Q&A at the end! Ticket Price: Free Workshop Description: In this presentation, participants will learn about the foundational steps to seek, secure, and maintain 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 autistic individuals be successful in the workforce. Presenter Bios: Dr.…
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