Our Summer Drop-in Workshop series starts June 6. Taking place most Tuesdays from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., these FREE workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential skills related to Executive Functioning (EF), Acceptance & Commitment Training (ACT) and Social Communication. Each workshop covers a different topic, providing information, tips and strategies that will assist attendees in connecting and thriving in everyday life. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, receive feedback and mentorship in a welcoming, small group setting.
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 2)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 2)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Self-Care and Electronic Communication Safety Tips
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Self-Care and Electronic Communication Safety Tips
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are 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 on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Disclosure & Workplace Accommodations
Drop-in Employment Support – Disclosure & Workplace Accommodations
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 2)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 2)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 2
The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 2
Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you’re an autistic parent, these things can be amplified. This Exploration Session is intended for parents who are autistic and also for parents of both autistic and non-autistic children. Part 2 of The Art of Parenting...with Autism will focus on HOME. […]
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Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 4)
Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 4)
Welcome to our Summer Job Series! This 4-part series is designed especially for autistic and neurodivergent students who are thinking about looking for a summer job and want to develop the pre-employment skills necessary to be successful. Participants will gain a better understanding of their individual strengths and skills and how they can use these […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 3)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 3)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Handling Disagreements
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Handling Disagreements
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are 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 on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Career Exploration
Drop-in Employment Support – Career Exploration
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 3)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 3)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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Digital Literacy for Education & Employment Success
Digital Literacy for Education & Employment Success
At Sinneave, we are passionate about providing practical strategies and tools for skill-building so autistic & neurodiverse youth and adults can thrive in their everyday lives. In this session, we’ll focus on digital literacy and basic computer skills that will enhance both education and employment success. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 4)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 4)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Résumé Building
Drop-in Employment Support – Résumé Building
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
Women & Autism – Women’s Group
Women & Autism – Women’s Group
We know that historically and still today, autistic women continue to be under- and mis-diagnosed. While it was originally thought the ratio of autistic males to females was 4:1, research now tells us that number is actually closer to 2:1. Many women do not receive a diagnosis well into adulthood because the stereotypes associated with […]
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 4)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 4)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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Building Financial Literacy – Budgeting 101
Building Financial Literacy – Budgeting 101
You're invited! We are pleased to be hosting a session to assist autistic and neurodiverse people in building financial literacy. Budgeting 101 is designed to walk attendees through the basics of how to create a budget and the different ways to think about and conceptualize budgets, with an eye to helping you align your budget […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 5)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 5)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 5)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 5)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 3
The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 3
Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you’re an autistic parent, these things can be amplified. This Exploration Session is intended for parents who are autistic and also for parents of both autistic and non-autistic children. Part 3 of The Art of Parenting…with Autism will focus on RELATIONSHIPS. The […]
Affordable Housing Information Session
Affordable Housing Information Session
If you live in Calgary and the surrounding area, you are invited to join The Sinneave Family Foundation, Home Space Society and New Age Services, Inc. for an information session that will help to determine your needs and the options that are available in the Calgary area for supported, affordable housing. Thursday, May 25, 2023 […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 6)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 6)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 6)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 6)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
Autism Housing Network of Alberta (AHNA) – Monthly Meeting
Autism Housing Network of Alberta (AHNA) – Monthly Meeting
This month, the Autism Housing Network of Alberta (AHNA) is talking about the essential components of finding Market Housing: Searching, Viewing and Applying. Together we will explore these stages of the housing search process so you can improve your chances of being approved for the housing opportunity of your choice. You will increase your confidence […]
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The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 4
The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 4
Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you’re an autistic parent, these things can be amplified. This Exploration Session is intended for parents who are autistic and also for parents of both autistic and non-autistic children. Part 4 of The Art of Parenting…with Autism will build on the […]
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