Are you a parent or caregiver of a child (2 – 18 years old) who is registered in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)? Are you looking for services and information to support your child’s needs? Our Service Navigation team is here to help! Kinark’s Ask a Service Navigator sessions support families by answering the questions […]
Kinark’s free information sessions are designed to inform parents and caregivers about services and supports available in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). Sessions provide participants with information about interim one-time funding as well as guidance for completing the application forms. Participants will also learn about eligible/ineligible expenses, foundational family services, and other services and supports […]
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is not the only place you can receive funding for your child. Do you need additional support for recreation programs? Funding for respite care? Discounts at main attractions? Do you know who to contact if you are in a crisis? Come join our Beyond the OAP: Accessing Regional Resources sessions […]
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is not the only place you can receive funding for your child. Do you need additional support for recreation programs? Funding for respite care? Discounts at main attractions? Do you know who to contact if you are in a crisis? Come join our Beyond the OAP: Accessing Regional Resources sessions […]
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is not the only place you can receive funding for your child. Do you need additional support for recreation programs? Funding for respite care? Discounts at main attractions? Do you know who to contact if you are in a crisis? Come join our Beyond the OAP: Accessing Regional Resources sessions […]
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is not the only place you can receive funding for your child. Do you need additional support for recreation programs? Funding for respite care? Discounts at main attractions? Do you know who to contact if you are in a crisis? Come join our Beyond the OAP: Accessing Regional Resources sessions […]
Kinark’s free Transition to Adulthood sessions help to educate parents and caregivers on the services and supports available once their child turns 18. These sessions provide participants with various community supports, financial/estate planning and education, and additional information to assist with transition planning. They also share important information about Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) and the […]
Teaching children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) new skills may require additional thought and a clear plan. Behavioural Skills Training (BST) is a teaching procedure that is proven to help support learning new skills. This session helps caregivers build their teaching skills by reviewing the steps of BST and how it can be used to […]
From the first cry after your child’s birth to learning to say their first word, there are many steps along the way and many more to go before your child masters communicating with words. This session will provide an overview of communication milestones and critical early language skills. You will leave with individualized goals and […]
Many children with ASD also struggle with mental health challenges like constant worries, low mood, and overwhelming feelings of frustration. Your child may act in ways you don’t understand, and they may not be able to explain how they are feeling. When your child is unable to control their emotions or actions, you may feel […]
Parents and caregivers view the safety of their children as a significant concern. Children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may wander or elope, making them more prone to leaving the safety of a caregiver or support person and wandering from their home, school or community setting. This can cause significant risks for those […]
We all know how challenging a picky eater can be, but did you know there are Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies that can help? In this workshop, you will become more familiar with the importance of good eating habits, issues common to picky eaters, factors that may influence common issues, how to increase healthy eating routines […]
The Behaviour Series are three independent but related workshops where caregivers learn ways to support their child before, during and after displaying challenging behaviour. This session focuses helping your child find their calm and shares what caregivers can do during an episode of challenging behaviour to support the child who is experiencing strong and uncomfortable […]
Reinforcement is a natural process involved in learning all new skills. For parents and caregivers, reinforcement can be a powerful tool used to support specific goals for your child. In this workshop, you will learn how to use reinforcement to teach your child new skills, increase their motivation, expand their interests and strengthen your relationship […]
Do you find yourself constantly giving the same instructions to your child? You are not alone! Teaching your child new skills can sometimes be frustrating. This workshop will further discuss the Kinark Kreates Least-to-Most Prompting video which provides tips on how to teach your child new skills quickly and efficiently. This session is intended for […]
As children age and experience the different stages of growth, it is important to discuss and teach skills related to health and sexuality. This workshop is designed to introduce core components of human development, such as health, sexuality, privacy and consent, and provide preliminary information and strategies to support you in introducing these topics to […]
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