Supporting Parents and Care Providers of
Children and Youths with Special Needs
The ABA Lunch and Learn Monthly Series provides support and guidance for parents and care providers caring for children and youths with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other special needs.
This 12-month virtual series offers learning opportunities to help give you the tools to overcome difficult situations when caring for a loved one. In exploring different topics and personal concerns, from toileting to community outings, we equip you with the resources and knowledge to assist you in your day-to-day, with support from the community.
What to Expect
Series Breakdown
During the course of this series, you will embark on learning experiences that will allow you to grow and thrive alongside a supportive community.
1. What is Behaviour?
This session provides a foundational understanding of behaviour, offering valuable insights into its influencing factors.
2. Positive Parenting
This session provides valuable tools on how to foster good communication and positive attention to help children develop skills and decrease the use of challenging behaviours.
3. Family Adaptation
This session offers guidance and suggestions on how to help families when they learn their child has a special need.
4. Disruptive Behaviours
This session offers guidance on what to do when your child is engaging in problem behaviours.
5. Being Part of the Community
This session offers guidance on how to address and manage challenging behaviours with your child in the community, ensuring a more enjoyable experience for the entire family.
6. Self-Care Skills
This session offers guidance on how you can help your child reach their potential for independence.
7. Mealtimes
This session offers guidance and tools on how to navigate behaviours with your child during meals.
8. Social Skills
This session offers guidance on how to develop the building blocks to teaching your child adaptive social skills.
9. Fears and Anxiety
This session explores the key 6 issues associated with internalizing behaviours that can affect your child’s mental and emotional well-being.
10. Toileting
This session explores the signs of toilet training readiness for children and how to effectively plan and execute toilet training.
11. Early Learning Skills
This session explores four early learning skills for children: (1) Imitation, (2) Following Instructions, (3) Play Skills, and (4) Making Eye Contact.
12. Language and Communication
This session offers guidance and strategies for promoting communication skills tailored to your child’s skill level.
Program Benefits
Access a network of resources and support to empower you in your caregiving journey:
Expert Knowledge
Practical Solutions
Tailored Support
Community Building
Continuous Learning
Personal Development
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