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Autism Services Waterloo Region
Autism Services Waterloo Region (ASWR) is a group of families and agencies committed to building a stronger community for families of children with autism in the Waterloo Region. Members of this group include family advocates, as well as staff from Developmental Services agencies, Mental Health agencies, School Boards, the Ministry of Children and Youth Services, the Ministry of Community and Social Services and other community partners working together to support families to make informed decisions and promote inclusivity in the community. Click here for more information about ASWR |
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Autism Services Waterloo Region is proud to announce its newest partnership with Boston Pizza!
Save the Date: Saturday, June 23 starting at 10:00am
More information to come...
Autism Services Waterloo Region is proud to announce its newest partnership with Boston Pizza!
Save the Date: Saturday, June 23 starting at 10:00am
Come join us in a warm and welcoming environment with friendly staff and great food!
More information to come...
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Brought to you by Autism Services Waterloo Region, here is the May 2012 Autism Bulletin. A snapshot of autism related events in Waterloo Region.
Brought to you by Autism Services Waterloo Region, here is the May 2012 Autism Bulletin. A snapshot of autism related events in Waterloo Region.
If you would like an event added to future bulletins, contact Katie Galashan at kgalashan@aswr.ca or call 519-886-9992.
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New Location, New time!
Autism Ontario and Autism Services Waterloo Region are pleased to announce the next sensory friendly film!
Note: This showing will be at the Empire Theatre Kitchener Location at 135 Gateway Park Drive and will be on a SUNDAY, rather than a Saturday. See attached poster for details. * Pre-registration required.
Sensory Friendly Film - Sunday, April 29, 2012
The Pirates! Band of Misfits (PG)
Please note, we have changed the location from the Waterloo Empire Theatre, to the Kitchener Empire Theatre located at 135 Gateway Park Drive, Kitchener, ON. Also note, that this movie will be running on a Sunday and NOT a Saturday.
Sunday April 29th 2012· 10am - 12pm· Cost: Free·
Register: click here to register or contact Ashlee Thomson at ashlee@autismontario.com
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Autism Ontario Potential Programme invites families who have children with ASD to a day out at Marineland, Niagara Falls *See poster for details* Pre-registration required.
To pre-register, CLICK HERE: Marineland Registration!
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Please find attached information outlining the workshops and groups brought to you by Waterloo Region Family Network for the month of April!
Inclusion Education Workshop - Saturday, April 14 from 10 am - 4 pm
Peer Mentoring Focus Group - Tuesday, April 17 from 7 - 9 pm
Parent Discussion Group - Friday, April 20 from 7 - 9 pm
For more information on WRFN, please visit: http://www.waterlooregionfamilynetwork.com
Please find attached information outlining the workshops and groups brought to you by Waterloo Region Family Network for the month of April!
For more information on WRFN, please visit: http://www.waterlooregionfamilynetwork.com
Inclusion Education Workshop - Saturday, April 14 from 10 am - 4 pm
Peer Mentoring Focus Group - Tuesday, April 17 from 7 - 9 pm
Parent Discussion Group - Friday, April 20 from 7 - 9 pm
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April 10, 2012
Geneva Centre for Autism Training Institute April-May 2012 Course Offerings
By Esther Rhee
Geneva Centre for Autism Training Institute
April - May 2012 Course Offerings
Find out what trainings, course certificates and webinars related to ASD are being offered through the Geneva Centre for Autism. ** Note the FREE webinars!
GCA Training Institute
April - May 2012 Course Offerings
To find out what trainings, course certificates and webinars related to ASD are being offered, click here: Geneva Centre for Autism Training Schedule
** Note the FREE webinars!
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Why do autistic children and adults behave so differently?
Which environmental factors contribute to autistic challenges?
What easy, low-cost but effective choices can families make to see improvements in behaviour?
As an autistic adult, Jackie McMillan has been answering questions about the autism experience and the path to greater function since 1993. She helps create environments where autistic children can thrive. Her seminars offer a unique opportunity to understand the process of "coming out of the fog".
Through her personal experience, research and networking with other adults in the autistic spectrum, Jackie has learned how simple changes can dramatically improve her symptoms.
Thriving with…
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Here are some ways our community is participating in creating autism awareness!
Here are some ways our community is participating in creating autism awareness!
Waterloo Region Catholic School Board Autism Cupcakes!
Our Place Family Resource and Early Years Centre
YMCA Early Years
Kitchener City Hall
The Rec Complex
Equitable Life Insurance
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new statistics on autism this past Thursday, March 29, 2012. See posting for new figures!
Happy World Autism Awareness Day!
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new statistics on autism this past Thursday, March 29, 2012. The new figures for autism are:
- 1 in 88 children (11.3 per 1,000) have been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- There has been a 23% increase in the rate of autism since the CDC's last report in 2009. And, a 78% increase since their first report in 2007.
- ASDs are almost 5 times more common among boys (1 in 54)…
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Autism Services Waterloo Region (ASWR) has compiled a monthly Autism Bulletin to provide a snapshot of autism related events occurring in Waterloo Region. If you would like to submit items to be included in the bulletin, please contact Katie Galashan, Family Resource Coach at kgalashan@aswr.ca.
Autism Services Waterloo Region (ASWR) has compiled a monthly Autism Bulletin to provide a snapshot of autism related events occurring in Waterloo Region. If you would like to submit items to be included in the bulletin, please contact Katie Galashan, Family Resource Coach at kgalashan@aswr.ca.
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