Mindful designs: practical tips for designing for cognitive & learning difficulties
http://www.slideshare.net/stamfordinteractive/mindful-designs-practical-tips-for-designing-for-cognitive-learning-difficulties-v010
Showing posts with label communication. Show all posts
Showing posts with label communication. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Autism Posts
Autism awareness: Leading others by example
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/example-366108-something-autism.html
I socialise differently - not wrong
http://nolongerinabox.wordpress.com/2012/08/26/i-socialize-differently-not-wrong-2/
ABC’s Four Corners and the messy truth of autism
https://theconversation.edu.au/abcs-four-corners-and-the-messy-truth-of-autism-9050
Autism Spectrum Disorder - Online Resource Transition Package
package from QLD to assist transition from early childhood to school
http://education.qld.gov.au/asd-online-resource-kit/
Autism unlocked
new website to assist children with communication & gain confidence
http://www.minews26.com/content/?p=18502
Top 10 people with Autism known today
http://www.toptenz.net/top-10-autistics-known-today.php
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/example-366108-something-autism.html
I socialise differently - not wrong
http://nolongerinabox.wordpress.com/2012/08/26/i-socialize-differently-not-wrong-2/
ABC’s Four Corners and the messy truth of autism
https://theconversation.edu.au/abcs-four-corners-and-the-messy-truth-of-autism-9050
Autism Spectrum Disorder - Online Resource Transition Package
package from QLD to assist transition from early childhood to school
http://education.qld.gov.au/asd-online-resource-kit/
Autism unlocked
new website to assist children with communication & gain confidence
http://www.minews26.com/content/?p=18502
Top 10 people with Autism known today
http://www.toptenz.net/top-10-autistics-known-today.php
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Enabling Communication
ENABLING COMMUNICATION
A course for family carers who are supporting someone whose disabilities limit their capacity to communicate
Topics covered:
* Understanding communication and communication breakdown
* How to develop systems to enable successful communication, including visual communication
* Ideas for intervention, interaction and learning within the home and education environments
Facilitator: Judanne Young is a speech-language pathologist who has been working in private practice in Canberra for 19 years, working with both adults and children. She now specialises in autism and disability and also works with people with learning difficulties as well as providing consultancy to numerous early intervention services in the ACT region.
Dates: 4 sessions (Wednesdays) - 5, 12, 19, 26 September
Time: 10am-12noon
Venue: CIT Woden, Ainsworth St, Phillip.
Cost: Free
To register: 6207 3628 or CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>
Jenny Thompson
Coordinator and Trainer
Skills for Carers Program
Centre for Health, Community and Wellbeing
A course for family carers who are supporting someone whose disabilities limit their capacity to communicate
Topics covered:
* Understanding communication and communication breakdown
* How to develop systems to enable successful communication, including visual communication
* Ideas for intervention, interaction and learning within the home and education environments
Facilitator: Judanne Young is a speech-language pathologist who has been working in private practice in Canberra for 19 years, working with both adults and children. She now specialises in autism and disability and also works with people with learning difficulties as well as providing consultancy to numerous early intervention services in the ACT region.
Dates: 4 sessions (Wednesdays) - 5, 12, 19, 26 September
Time: 10am-12noon
Venue: CIT Woden, Ainsworth St, Phillip.
Cost: Free
To register: 6207 3628 or CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>
Jenny Thompson
Coordinator and Trainer
Skills for Carers Program
Centre for Health, Community and Wellbeing
Friday, July 20, 2012
Sue Larkey workshop in Canberra!
TEACHING STRATEGIES & BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT WORKSHOP with Sue Larkey: The workshop will cover:
Teaching Strategies:
What is ASD?
Autism learning style.
Visual strategies.
Social skills.
Teaching play.
Classroom strategies.
Transitions.
How to motivate and use special interests.
Behaviour Support:
What are ASD behaviours?
Preparing child and staff.
Common playground issues.
Meltdowns and anxiety.
Transition for school and home.
Repetitive and obsessive behaviours.
When: Tuesday 28th August 2012, 9.30am - 3.00pm. Doors open at 9.00am
Where: Ainslie Football Club, 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie ACT
Includes morning tea & lunch
Cost: $125 (A special rate is available for parents of children with ASD. Please email Dearne to see if you qualify) | Please note: $125 for payment on actual day only. Any payments after the day of session will be $150 |
Payment Instructions: payment on the day, do not send payment |
Information & registration form click this link creatingsuccess.co.nz/Sue_Larkey.php
Limited places available please register ASAP | To reserve your place or have a registration form sent to you call Dearne on 0433 660 379 or go to www.suelarkey.com | For more workshop dates and locations visit www.suelarkey.com
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Thomas the Tank Engine and ASD
Thomas the Tank Engine and Autism Spectrum Disorder
(From the June Autism Awareness Newsletter from the AAACT)
Millions of children around the world love Thomas the Tank Engine. Parents everywhere have watched their children learn, grow and have fun with this cheeky little blue engine.
For many children with autistic spectrum disorders, Thomas plays an even more important role. A 2002 study by the National Autistic Society in the UK shows that Thomas the Tank Engine helps break through the barriers of many children with autism and Asperger syndrome.
Parents of children with ASD have known for years that Thomas and his friends have special value to their children. The report confirms this anecdotal evidence, stating that children with ASD associate far more strongly with Thomas the Tank Engine than with other children's characters. Some parents of children with ASD have reported leaps of emotion, imagination and symbolic play that were unimaginable before the child's relationship with Thomas.
Why Thomas the Tank Engine?
Children with ASD seem to be particularly fascinated with Thomas. A number of reasons have been proposed to explain this special relationship.
* Children with autism are often attracted to objects arranged in lines (like cars on a train), as well as spinning objects and wheels.
* Thomas and his friends have bold, easily-to-recognize colours.
* Thomas and the other characters have friendly faces, often with exaggerated expressions. In the videos, the expressions are set for some time and are often accompanied by simple narration explaining the emotion ("Thomas was sad."), allowing children to identify the feelings and expressions.
* The narration of the videos is calm and clear, and changes are 'signposted' clearly.
* The stories are relatively short (less than five minutes) and easy to follow. Things that go wrong are usually resolved by the end of the episode.
* The unique stop-action photography of the videos allows the background and scenery to remain still, allowing for greater focus on the "big picture" with less distraction.
* The characters play predictable roles.
* Children with ASD often have the need to identify, list, collect and create lines with favourite
objects. Thomas is especially suitable for these activities.
Thomas is a True-Blue Friend
Many children with ASD have a hard time making and maintaining friendships. Thomas and the other characters can serve as substitute friends in a world with few friends.
Parents of children with autism and related disorders often mention that their children find Thomas calming and comforting, rather like a 'security blanket'. Children often like to have their trains with them at all times. The sound of the videos playing in the background can have a comforting effect while the child is engaged in other activities. This is especially important for children with ASD, where the world is often frightening beyond their understanding.
Learning with Thomas
Thomas often serves as a 'gateway to learning' for children with ASD. The interest in Thomas provides children with the motivation and interest to try new things. For example, a child who is not otherwise interested in the computer will eagerly learn computer skills when introduced to a Thomas game.
Thomas also often plays an important role in learning color recognition, numbers and language skills. Because language is such an obstacle for many children with ASD, Thomas' influence on these skills is especially beneficial.
Parents report children echoing entire chunks of Thomas videos. (This use of language, called echolalia, is common in children with autism.) Over time, many children move to using Thomas language in real-
life situations. Parents have reported great success in using Thomas language with their children, such as "Stop, the signal is up," or "Apply the brakes".
Emotional and Social Development
In the videos, Thomas and the other characters have exaggerated facial expressions, which are often set for a relatively long period of time. This allows the child with ASD to relate to the emotions, expressions and feelings of the characters. This is especially valuable for children who have difficulty understanding people and their thoughts and feelings. You can see some examples of Thomas' facial expressions on our Many Faces of Thomas page. http://www.myfavoritetoys.com/autism_faces.html
(From the June Autism Awareness Newsletter from the AAACT)
Millions of children around the world love Thomas the Tank Engine. Parents everywhere have watched their children learn, grow and have fun with this cheeky little blue engine.
For many children with autistic spectrum disorders, Thomas plays an even more important role. A 2002 study by the National Autistic Society in the UK shows that Thomas the Tank Engine helps break through the barriers of many children with autism and Asperger syndrome.
Parents of children with ASD have known for years that Thomas and his friends have special value to their children. The report confirms this anecdotal evidence, stating that children with ASD associate far more strongly with Thomas the Tank Engine than with other children's characters. Some parents of children with ASD have reported leaps of emotion, imagination and symbolic play that were unimaginable before the child's relationship with Thomas.
Why Thomas the Tank Engine?
Children with ASD seem to be particularly fascinated with Thomas. A number of reasons have been proposed to explain this special relationship.
* Children with autism are often attracted to objects arranged in lines (like cars on a train), as well as spinning objects and wheels.
* Thomas and his friends have bold, easily-to-recognize colours.
* Thomas and the other characters have friendly faces, often with exaggerated expressions. In the videos, the expressions are set for some time and are often accompanied by simple narration explaining the emotion ("Thomas was sad."), allowing children to identify the feelings and expressions.
* The narration of the videos is calm and clear, and changes are 'signposted' clearly.
* The stories are relatively short (less than five minutes) and easy to follow. Things that go wrong are usually resolved by the end of the episode.
* The unique stop-action photography of the videos allows the background and scenery to remain still, allowing for greater focus on the "big picture" with less distraction.
* The characters play predictable roles.
* Children with ASD often have the need to identify, list, collect and create lines with favourite
objects. Thomas is especially suitable for these activities.
Thomas is a True-Blue Friend
Many children with ASD have a hard time making and maintaining friendships. Thomas and the other characters can serve as substitute friends in a world with few friends.
Parents of children with autism and related disorders often mention that their children find Thomas calming and comforting, rather like a 'security blanket'. Children often like to have their trains with them at all times. The sound of the videos playing in the background can have a comforting effect while the child is engaged in other activities. This is especially important for children with ASD, where the world is often frightening beyond their understanding.
Learning with Thomas
Thomas often serves as a 'gateway to learning' for children with ASD. The interest in Thomas provides children with the motivation and interest to try new things. For example, a child who is not otherwise interested in the computer will eagerly learn computer skills when introduced to a Thomas game.
Thomas also often plays an important role in learning color recognition, numbers and language skills. Because language is such an obstacle for many children with ASD, Thomas' influence on these skills is especially beneficial.
Parents report children echoing entire chunks of Thomas videos. (This use of language, called echolalia, is common in children with autism.) Over time, many children move to using Thomas language in real-
life situations. Parents have reported great success in using Thomas language with their children, such as "Stop, the signal is up," or "Apply the brakes".
Emotional and Social Development
In the videos, Thomas and the other characters have exaggerated facial expressions, which are often set for a relatively long period of time. This allows the child with ASD to relate to the emotions, expressions and feelings of the characters. This is especially valuable for children who have difficulty understanding people and their thoughts and feelings. You can see some examples of Thomas' facial expressions on our Many Faces of Thomas page. http://www.myfavoritetoys.com/autism_faces.html
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Autism Links
Redefinition: Autism, Asperger’s, and the DSM-5
http://www.iancommunity.org/cs/simons_simplex_community/dsm5_and_asd
Positive Partnerships are coming back to Canberra!!!! this project was refunded so now it's happening again!. it's not on the site yet but happening in Canberra on June 28 & 29. you can register from the 17/5. I highly recommend going and am hoping to attend myself (i went to one 2 years ago, shortly before we got my son's diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome)
http://www.positivepartnerships.com.au/public/index.cfm
Drawtism - play pictionary for Autism
http://www.autismspectrum.org.au/a2i3i2i3l487l565/love-pictionary.htm?phpMyAdmin=IThGLaF84iDM149Z3P1tkBSf-t8
Officer urges autism training for first responders
http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2012/05/11/officer-urges-autism-training.html
http://www.iancommunity.org/cs/simons_simplex_community/dsm5_and_asd
Positive Partnerships are coming back to Canberra!!!! this project was refunded so now it's happening again!. it's not on the site yet but happening in Canberra on June 28 & 29. you can register from the 17/5. I highly recommend going and am hoping to attend myself (i went to one 2 years ago, shortly before we got my son's diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome)
http://www.positivepartnerships.com.au/public/index.cfm
Drawtism - play pictionary for Autism
http://www.autismspectrum.org.au/a2i3i2i3l487l565/love-pictionary.htm?phpMyAdmin=IThGLaF84iDM149Z3P1tkBSf-t8
Officer urges autism training for first responders
http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2012/05/11/officer-urges-autism-training.html
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Free ipads for children with disabilities
http://www.everydayhero.com.au/event/varietyipads
iPads with specialised software applications are amazingly useful as communication tools for children with special needs. They are compact and "cool" multipurpose pieces of equipment, that are allowing these children to communicate, express themselves, aid learning and much more.
Variety – the Children’s Charity have been granting iPads with specialised software for the last two years, among other equipment we grant for children with special needs. The biggest increase in requests for assistance is coming from families reaching out for help for this equipment to assist with their child’s development.
iPads with specialised software applications are amazingly useful as communication tools for children with special needs. They are compact and "cool" multipurpose pieces of equipment, that are allowing these children to communicate, express themselves, aid learning and much more.
Variety – the Children’s Charity have been granting iPads with specialised software for the last two years, among other equipment we grant for children with special needs. The biggest increase in requests for assistance is coming from families reaching out for help for this equipment to assist with their child’s development.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Inclusive Learning Technologies Conference 2012
From Jannette:
The ILT2012 Conference focuses on inclusive learning technologies to support struggling students and those with disabilities – in the classroom and beyond!
I mentioned this conference at a support group today and was surprised so few people knew about Spectronics - especially those with a need for communication devices - so I though I'd share. I attended this conference in 2010, and was amazed at the technology available to help our kids, and different approaches to teaching that were being discussed. I highly recommend it to anyone who can manage to get there - even if it means applying for funding.https://www.facebook.com/ILT2012.Conference
The ILT2012 Conference focuses on inclusive learning technologies to support struggling students and those with disabilities – in the classroom and beyond!
Monday, May 7, 2012
Autism Links
Movie by a mum who used to live in the ACT, now in the UK
http://animoto.com/play/oDoI4k7VGykvq95pkD7R1g
Paper: The Intense World Syndrome – an Alternative Hypothesis for Autism
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2518049/
Autism rate is up on campus, in U.S.
http://www.mndaily.com/2012/04/26/autism-rate-campus-us
Non-speaking, low functioning (how things are not always what they seem)
http://www.shiftjournal.com/2012/01/11/non-speaking-low-functioning/
http://animoto.com/play/oDoI4k7VGykvq95pkD7R1g
Paper: The Intense World Syndrome – an Alternative Hypothesis for Autism
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2518049/
Autism rate is up on campus, in U.S.
http://www.mndaily.com/2012/04/26/autism-rate-campus-us
Non-speaking, low functioning (how things are not always what they seem)
http://www.shiftjournal.com/2012/01/11/non-speaking-low-functioning/
Friday, March 2, 2012
PlayConnect Playgroups - FREE - for children with autism
PlayConnect Playgroups for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. At
PlayConnect Playgroups children, from birth to six years of age with Autism
Spectrum Disorder, delays in communication/ social development or play
and/or who may have rigid behaviours, have the opportunity to play in a
secure, supportive environment with their parents, carers and other family
members.
Parents and carers can meet other families in their area with children who
have similar characteristics and access information about how to link with
early intervention programs and support services.
This is a FREE program as part of the HCWA funding and no diagnosis of ASD
is required.
For more information or to find a PlayConnect Playgroup near you please call
ACT Playgroups on 1800 171 882 or email at playgroupsact@ixa.net.au or
website http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au
PlayConnect Playgroups children, from birth to six years of age with Autism
Spectrum Disorder, delays in communication/ social development or play
and/or who may have rigid behaviours, have the opportunity to play in a
secure, supportive environment with their parents, carers and other family
members.
Parents and carers can meet other families in their area with children who
have similar characteristics and access information about how to link with
early intervention programs and support services.
This is a FREE program as part of the HCWA funding and no diagnosis of ASD
is required.
For more information or to find a PlayConnect Playgroup near you please call
ACT Playgroups on 1800 171 882 or email at playgroupsact@ixa.net.au or
website http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au
Thursday, March 1, 2012
ACTDown Syndrome Assn - KSW 2 March
We wish to advise that the Key Word Signing Workshop due to be held tomorrow
at Queanbeyan has been cancelled.
Due to the current weather our presenters are not able to make it into town
for the workshop.
Should this be offered again in the future an advice will certainly be
forwarded.
To any persons who were thinking of attending tomorrow we apologise for any
inconvenience.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Regards
Karen Realph
ACTDSA Treasurer
Ph: 62900656
Email: admindsa@actdsa.asn.au
at Queanbeyan has been cancelled.
Due to the current weather our presenters are not able to make it into town
for the workshop.
Should this be offered again in the future an advice will certainly be
forwarded.
To any persons who were thinking of attending tomorrow we apologise for any
inconvenience.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Regards
Karen Realph
ACTDSA Treasurer
Ph: 62900656
Email: admindsa@actdsa.asn.au
Positive Partnerships to continue!!!!
fabulous news!!!! positive partnerships to continue!!! I highly recommend this FREE course to all parents of children on the autism spectrum.
http://ministers.deewr.gov.au/oconnor/more-teachers-parents-be-trained-autism-support
A new consortium will train more than 450 teachers and 1,450 parents every year in how best to help students with autism, Minister Assisting for School Education Brendan O’Connor announced today.
The Gillard Government is continuing its commitment to give all children the best opportunity to learn and lead productive lives by commencing the second phase of its successful $40.5 million Positive Partnerships initiative.
“I’m pleased that the Gillard Government is continuing this program as part of our $220 million Helping Children with Autism package,” Mr O’Connor said.
http://ministers.deewr.gov.au/oconnor/more-teachers-parents-be-trained-autism-support
Monday, February 27, 2012
Survey about kids with ASD and play
It’s REALLY long (140 questions, I gave up when I realised) so be warned!
The following study, conducted by Karen O’Brien under the supervision of Dr Virginia Slaughter, is designed to help us understand how interactions with siblings and parents may influence the social and cognitive development of children with autism spectrum disorders. These children can get a great deal out of their interactions with siblings and clearly enjoy playing with them. This study is intended to lead to participation in a sibling play intervention aimed at increasing the theory of mind, executive function and social understanding in children with autism spectrum disorders. For this first study, all you are asked to do is fill in a survey rating different play behaviours your child with an autism spectrum disorder may engage in alone, with a sibling or with a parent.
Monday, February 20, 2012
SUPPORTING SOMEONE WITH A MENTAL ILLNESS - A COURSE FOR FAMILY CARERS
SUPPORTING SOMEONE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS - A COURSE FOR FAMILY CARERS
These 6 sessions are designed to provide information about mental health
conditions and available supports as well as an opportunity to better
understand and deal with the issues and challenges that arise when someone
you know is unwell. It is also a chance to meet other people in similar
situations and explore ways to strengthen your sense of wellbeing.
Topics covered:
* Understanding mental health and mental illness
* Communicating and connecting effectively
* Responding to difficult symptoms and behaviours, handling emergencies
* Services and supports
* Strength for the journey - managing your own stress and balancing
everyone's needs.
Facilitator: Jenny Thompson has a background in psychology and has worked
in the Canberra community for over 25 years. She has a special interest in
mental health, trauma and grief, and how families find resilience in the
face of adversity.
Dates: 6 sessions (Wednesdays) - 7, 14, 21, 28 March, 4, 11
April
Time: 6 - 8pm
Venue: CIT Southside campus, Woden
Cost: free
To Register: 6207 3628 or
CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>
Note: CIT Skills for Carers provides training for family and unpaid carers
in the ACT. Paid support/care workers are not eligible for CIT Skills for
Carers courses. Call 6207 3628 or email
CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.
edu.au%3cmailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>> for more information.
These 6 sessions are designed to provide information about mental health
conditions and available supports as well as an opportunity to better
understand and deal with the issues and challenges that arise when someone
you know is unwell. It is also a chance to meet other people in similar
situations and explore ways to strengthen your sense of wellbeing.
Topics covered:
* Understanding mental health and mental illness
* Communicating and connecting effectively
* Responding to difficult symptoms and behaviours, handling emergencies
* Services and supports
* Strength for the journey - managing your own stress and balancing
everyone's needs.
Facilitator: Jenny Thompson has a background in psychology and has worked
in the Canberra community for over 25 years. She has a special interest in
mental health, trauma and grief, and how families find resilience in the
face of adversity.
Dates: 6 sessions (Wednesdays) - 7, 14, 21, 28 March, 4, 11
April
Time: 6 - 8pm
Venue: CIT Southside campus, Woden
Cost: free
To Register: 6207 3628 or
CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>
Note: CIT Skills for Carers provides training for family and unpaid carers
in the ACT. Paid support/care workers are not eligible for CIT Skills for
Carers courses. Call 6207 3628 or email
CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au<mailto:CarerSkills@cit.
edu.au%3cmailto:CarerSkills@cit.edu.au>> for more information.
Friday, February 17, 2012
FREE Assistive Technology Workshop - Hartley Lifecare
Hartley Lifecare is proud to launch the first of a series of workshops in
2012 on Assistive Technology. See attached flyer.
1st workshop topic: TALKING ABOUT TABLETS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
(iPad, Android and Windows tablets compared)
When: Wednesday March 7th, 2 - 4pm
Venue: NEW Hartley Lifecare Assistive Technology training facility (and
offices): 6 Hodgson Place, Pearce
Cost: Free
Who should attend?: People with disabilities, therapists, families, support
workers and anyone interested in the latest Assistive Technology for people
with disabilities.
RSVP: Essential - fill out attached form and fax to 6282-544 or email
HelenFalla@Hartley.org.au<mailto:HelenFalla@Hartley.org.au>
For more information: Contact Helen Falla or Eric Thauvette on 6282-4411
2012 on Assistive Technology. See attached flyer.
1st workshop topic: TALKING ABOUT TABLETS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
(iPad, Android and Windows tablets compared)
When: Wednesday March 7th, 2 - 4pm
Venue: NEW Hartley Lifecare Assistive Technology training facility (and
offices): 6 Hodgson Place, Pearce
Cost: Free
Who should attend?: People with disabilities, therapists, families, support
workers and anyone interested in the latest Assistive Technology for people
with disabilities.
RSVP: Essential - fill out attached form and fax to 6282-544 or email
HelenFalla@Hartley.org.au<mailto:HelenFalla@Hartley.org.au>
For more information: Contact Helen Falla or Eric Thauvette on 6282-4411
Key Word Sign Workshop - ACTDSA - Friday 2 March 2012
The ACT Down Syndrome Association and the Department of Family and
Community Services - Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC) NSW, are
pleased to announce a Key Word Sign (KWS) workshop for families of
children under five!
This workshop will be held on Friday 2nd March from 9:15am to 4:00pm at
Ageing disability & Home Care, Level 3 Morisset House, 7-9 Morisset St
Queanbeyan.
Contact DSA for more details!
E: admindsa@actdsa.asn.au
Ph/Fax: 6290 0656
Community Services - Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC) NSW, are
pleased to announce a Key Word Sign (KWS) workshop for families of
children under five!
This workshop will be held on Friday 2nd March from 9:15am to 4:00pm at
Ageing disability & Home Care, Level 3 Morisset House, 7-9 Morisset St
Queanbeyan.
Contact DSA for more details!
E: admindsa@actdsa.asn.au
Ph/Fax: 6290 0656
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Personal Development Course for Women
SELF ESTEEM & ASSERTIVENESS FOR WOMEN
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
WIRC T1 12SEA
Please use the above code with your initials when paying course fees.
EVENING COURSE
The Women's Information and Referral Centre is to conduct a 6 week course
for women who want to develop a greater understanding of self esteem, how it
is influenced, and how it can be attracted into one's life.
The related concepts of effective communication and assertiveness will also
be explored and participants will be actively encouraged to develop skills
in these areas.
The course aims to assist women to become more assertive by increasing their
self-esteem and self-confidence, and to become more self-accepting and more
in control of their lives.
DATES: 22 Feb-28 March
TIME: 6.30-9pm
VENUE: Women's Information and Referral Centre
Ground Floor, London Court, 13 London Cct, Canberra City
COST: $80
$40 concession (Please discuss with Course Coordinator)
Women's Information and Referral Centre no longer receives cash payments.
Please read the information letter regarding payment processes.
Please do not pay any course fees until the course has been confirmed to run
by a WIRC staff member.
Bookings are essential
For more information or to register your interest, please contact Women's
Information and Referral Centre on
6205 0303 or 6205 1075, or drop in and visit us.
Please be advised that we are unable to provide childcare.
The use of any sound recording devices is prohibited for any WIRC courses or
workshops.
48 hours notice of cancellation from the course is required or full course
fee's will be charged.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
WIRC T1 12SEA
Please use the above code with your initials when paying course fees.
EVENING COURSE
The Women's Information and Referral Centre is to conduct a 6 week course
for women who want to develop a greater understanding of self esteem, how it
is influenced, and how it can be attracted into one's life.
The related concepts of effective communication and assertiveness will also
be explored and participants will be actively encouraged to develop skills
in these areas.
The course aims to assist women to become more assertive by increasing their
self-esteem and self-confidence, and to become more self-accepting and more
in control of their lives.
DATES: 22 Feb-28 March
TIME: 6.30-9pm
VENUE: Women's Information and Referral Centre
Ground Floor, London Court, 13 London Cct, Canberra City
COST: $80
$40 concession (Please discuss with Course Coordinator)
Women's Information and Referral Centre no longer receives cash payments.
Please read the information letter regarding payment processes.
Please do not pay any course fees until the course has been confirmed to run
by a WIRC staff member.
Bookings are essential
For more information or to register your interest, please contact Women's
Information and Referral Centre on
6205 0303 or 6205 1075, or drop in and visit us.
Please be advised that we are unable to provide childcare.
The use of any sound recording devices is prohibited for any WIRC courses or
workshops.
48 hours notice of cancellation from the course is required or full course
fee's will be charged.
Monday, February 6, 2012
CIT Skills for Carers Free courses
CARERSKILLS NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 2012
COORDINATORS’ LETTER
It is our pleasure to present the program of courses for carers for February to June 2012. Please take time to read it through and challenge yourself to learn something new or gain another perspective through attending one of our free workshops. We might be able to help you achieve one of your New Year resolutions!
CIT SKILLS FOR CARERS PLANNER
Courses starting in the month of...
February
13th Speaking Up , Advocacy and Juggling
20th Living a Healthy Life with Long Term Conditions
21st Yoga – Every Tuesday throughout the semester excluding school holidays
March
5th Mobility Assistance – evening
6th Yoga – continues
7th Supporting Someone with Mental Illness
29th Understanding the Public Advocate and Guardianship
April
3rd Yoga – continues
May
1st yoga continues
3rd Understanding the Public Advocate and Guardianship
9th Finding Balance
10th Planning Ahead
14th Supporting someone with Memory Loss – day Medical Emergencies – evening
21st Enabling Communication
June
Yoga – continues
15th Mobility Assistance – day
Please note that all our courses are for family or unpaid carers and there are no course fees.
Karen, Annette and Jenny
The CIT Skills for Carers team
T 02 6207 3628
F 02 6207 4839
E CarerSkills@cit.edu.au
W cit.edu.au
It is our pleasure to present the program of courses for carers for February to June 2012. Please take time to read it through and challenge yourself to learn something new or gain another perspective through attending one of our free workshops. We might be able to help you achieve one of your New Year resolutions!
CIT SKILLS FOR CARERS PLANNER
Courses starting in the month of...
February
13th Speaking Up , Advocacy and Juggling
20th Living a Healthy Life with Long Term Conditions
21st Yoga – Every Tuesday throughout the semester excluding school holidays
March
5th Mobility Assistance – evening
6th Yoga – continues
7th Supporting Someone with Mental Illness
29th Understanding the Public Advocate and Guardianship
April
3rd Yoga – continues
May
1st yoga continues
3rd Understanding the Public Advocate and Guardianship
9th Finding Balance
10th Planning Ahead
14th Supporting someone with Memory Loss – day Medical Emergencies – evening
21st Enabling Communication
June
Yoga – continues
15th Mobility Assistance – day
Please note that all our courses are for family or unpaid carers and there are no course fees.
Karen, Annette and Jenny
The CIT Skills for Carers team
T 02 6207 3628
F 02 6207 4839
E CarerSkills@cit.edu.au
W cit.edu.au
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Use Visual Strategies: Meeting the Communication Challenges in Autism
A website with heaps of resources and ideas
http://www.usevisualstrategies.com/Welcome.aspx
http://www.usevisualstrategies.com/Welcome.aspx
Who is this site for?
Speech Pathologists, educators, parents, therapists and others who work to support the learning of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and related learning needs
What is this site about?
Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and lots of other students with behavior or communication challenges tend to be visual learners. They understand what they see better than what they hear. Therefore, they benefit significantly from the use of Visual Strategies. Deciding when and how to use pictures and other visual supports is the key . . . learn lots of great ideas here.
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