During this presentation, we dive deeper into what autism is and share practical strategies to help you interact with and support autistic individuals. The presentation also covers the strengths and challenges experienced by many autistic people and how to respond to create accommodating environments. Lastly, we unpack what might trigger a meltdown and how to help de-escalate the situation. Autism 201 is a follow-up session to Autism 101.
By joining this presentation, you will be able to: Expand Your Understanding of Autism, Dive Deeper into Common Autism Characteristics and How You Can Support, Identify the Impact of Sensory Differences and Respond to Sensory Needs of Autistic Individuals, Explore Environmental Accommodations, Learn about Potential Co-Existing Disabilities, All Behaviour is a Form of Communication, Discuss Meltdowns, Including: Triggers, Relationship recovery and repair, De-escalation techniques.
Childcare is available.
In partner ship with Evergreen Catholic School Division and the Autism Society of Edmonton Area.
