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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry! \nDue to unexpected circumstances\, the June Art of Parenting session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. \nOur July Art of Parenting group will run as scheduled Thursday\, July 18. We look forward to seeing you then!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-art-of-parenting-with-autism-12/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Exploration Sessions,Learning & Connection Activity
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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Our next Art of Parenting…with Autism group meets Thursday\, May 30 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. online via Sinneave Connects. \nEach Art of Parenting session focuses on different aspects of parenting through the lens of being Autistic and/or parenting Autistic children. 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 particular session will cover the topic of parental guilt and how it impacts many parents. Feeling guilty and inadequate as a parent is a toxic anchor that can weigh you down. Together\, we’ll explore ways to break unhealthy patterns of parental guilt and experience freedom from it. You are probably doing better than you think! \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. \nDuring this session\, Sinneave staff\, guest presenters\, and attendees may share information about community resources. Information provided may not always be accurate\, up-to-date\, or reliable. Attendees are encouraged to be critical consumers of information available on the internet. Providing information about a community resource is not endorsement and Sinneave does not assume any risk for the outcome of using the information shared during this session. \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 – May 30” to be directed to the portal and follow the prompts. \n\nPick a user name\nPick a password\nSelect “Register”\nChoose “The Art of Parenting – May 30” and enroll.\n\nThe Art of Parenting – May 30 \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-11/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Exploration Sessions,Learning & Connection Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240425T230000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Our next Art of Parenting…with Autism group meets Thursday\, April 25 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. online via Sinneave Connects. \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 particular session will offer advice and provide strategies around sleep issues\, routines and realistic goals that families can make and meet to help everyone get some sleep. Lack of sleep can make everything feel so much worse than it is! Together\, we’ll look at short- and long-term options. \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 in each session as well as the connection of others who share similar experiences. \nDuring this session\, Sinneave staff\, guest presenters\, and attendees may share information about community resources. Information provided may not always be accurate\, up-to-date\, or reliable. Attendees are encouraged to be critical consumers of information available on the internet. Providing information about a community resource is not endorsement and Sinneave does not assume any risk for the outcome of using the information shared during this session. \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 – April 25” to be directed to the portal and follow the prompts. \n\nPick a user name\nPick a password\nSelect “Register”\nChoose “The Art of Parenting – April 25” and enroll.\n\nThe Art of Parenting – April 25 \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-10/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Exploration Sessions,Learning & Connection Activity
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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Our next Art of Parenting…with Autism group meets Thursday\, March 21 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. online via Sinneave Connects. \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 particular session will offer advice and provide strategies on how to help pre-teens and teenagers through the hormonal chaos we’ve all been through at one point in our lives. The teen years can be a confusing time for kids and parents both. An autism diagnosis can sometimes add to the complexities\, making managing the hormonal and emotional chaos even more challenging. We will discuss what coping\, caring and compassion look like in the midst of the chaos. \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. \nDuring this session\, Sinneave staff\, guest presenters\, and attendees may share information about community resources. Information provided may not always be accurate\, up-to-date\, or reliable. Attendees are encouraged to be critical consumers of information available on the internet. Providing information about a community resource is not endorsement and Sinneave does not assume any risk for the outcome of using the information shared during this session. \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 – March 21” to be directed to the portal and follow the prompts. \n\nPick a user name\nPick a password\nSelect “Register”\nChoose “The Art of Parenting – March 21” and enroll.\n\nThe Art of Parenting – March 21  \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-9/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Exploration Sessions,Learning & Connection Activity
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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 may find the support you need at our Art of Parenting…with Autism group. \nMark your calendar and plan to join us Thursday\, February 29 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \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 educating families to recognize when stress has become too much and sharing strategies for reducing household and individual stress. Attendees will learn the “Traffic Light Method” for kids and pre-teens\, a helpful calming technique developed and used by our facilitator–Joannie–with her own children. It is a highly effective method that works for many children. \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. \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 – February 29” 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 – February 29” and enroll.\n\nThe Art of Parenting – February 29 \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-8/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Learning & Connection Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230956
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230406T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230406T170000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Parenting...with Autism (or\, the art of being an autistic parent) - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you’re an autistic parent\, these things can be amplified. \nThis new Exploration Session designed especially for parents covers the spectrum in two parts. It is for parents who are autistic and also\, it is for parents of both autistic and non-autistic children. \nPart 1 will focus on being an autistic parent and the art of balancing what you need versus the needs of your children. Through a short presentation\, discussion and activities\, participants will receive support and tips and strategies for navigating the joys and challenges of parenting and coping in the healthiest ways possible\, with a focus on self-care and compassion. \nIf you are an autistic parent\, or the parent of an autistic child\, you will benefit from this session. \nJoin us Thursday\, April 6 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. \nThis session is 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 a FREE account\, it’s easy! Click the link below to be directed to the portal. \n\nPick a user name\nPick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)\nChoose the “Art of Parenting – Part 1” event to be directed to the livestream.\n\nThe Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 1 Virtual Link  \n  \nIf you have any questions about this Exploration Session or if you need support navigating  the Sinneave Connects learning hub\, please email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. \nPart 2 will focus on parenting both autistic and non-autistic children. Coming Thursday\, May 4 – Look for details coming soon!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-art-of-parenting-with-autism-or-the-art-of-being-an-autistic-parent-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
CATEGORIES:Exploration Sessions
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