Start the New Year Right: ASD/ADHD Resources For Parents

The start of a new year can be a great time to join the momentum to make positive changes in our lives. For a lot of our clients, that may be making changes in theirs household, their communication skills, and daily habits.

Supporting neurodiverse children begins with getting access to the right therapists and educators who can help your family create accommodating households for all members.  As our mindsets are in resolution mode, this is a great time to enrol in parent training and educational workshops to learn how to better understand the support your neurodiverse children throughout the year.

Some of these processes can feel overwhelming and it may be challenging to know where to start. Below are some resources where parents can find guidance, training and support:

FREE Educational Videos on Autism

Dozens of free video on diverse topics from mental health, IEP’s, research, toilet training and more.  Learn more here.

FREE Web Series: Welcome to Autism

Guidance on the first steps after your child receives as ASD diagnosis. Topics include treatment options, seeking quality ABA, and hiring a behaviour consultant. Learn more here.

Rolling with ADHD (virtual)

An 8-week course that introduces parents to 8 strategies to parenting a child with ADHD. Sign up here.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Parent Program (in person, Vancouver)

Provides individual and group support to parents of children aged 3 - 15 with a recent diagnosis.  The program helps parents develop positive parenting practices and behaviour management strategies. Referral required. Learn more here and call 604-675-3896 for more info.

Autism Support Network of British Columbia – Parent Group (Facebook)

This ASN Parent Group is a forum for ABA parents to talk, ask questions and share stories and concerns. Join here.