Training and Support for Parents of Children with ASD
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Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning
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About this Series
The Columbia Regional autism team is providing online training for parents and caregivers of children with ASD. Our autism specialists will share practical strategies for parents to help their child with ASD access distance-based learning provided by schools. Topics will include ways to maintain engagement/motivation, use of structure and visual supports, behavior management techniques, sensory strategies, and more.
Dates: Thursdays 9/17, 10/1, 10/15, 10/29, 11/12, 12/3, 12/17
Times for each session: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
9/17/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part One)
Topic: Setting up the Learning Environment for your Child, Use of Structure and Visual SupportsAccess resources reviewed during the session here
10/1/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Two)
Topic: Establishing and Supporting RoutinesAccess resources reviewed during the session here
10/15/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Three)
Topic: Understanding your Child’s Behaviors and Dealing with Difficult MomentsAccess resources reviewed during the session here
10/29/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Four)
Topic: Supporting your Child's Language and CommunicationAccess resources reviewed during the session here
11/12/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Five)
Topic: Supporting Relationships and PlayAccess resources reviewed during the session here
12/3/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Six)
Topic: Going Beneath the Surface: Understanding How Your Child with ASD Thinks and Experiences the World DifferentlyAccess resources reviewed during the session here
12/17/20 Supporting Parents of Children with ASD During Distance Learning (Part Seven)
Topic: Puberty, Adolescence, and ASD
If you have a topic or question that you would like us to address, email Darthea Park at dpark@pps.net
The first 90 minutes will focus upon presentation of information and resources, while the final half hour will be for discussion and problem-solving.
This event will be hosted on Zoom video conference. Once you register, we will send a link one-to-two days in advance. Our presenters will be online 15 minutes early so that you can test audio/video.
We encourage you to be on a webcam for discussion.
Who can attend?
Parents and caregivers of children with autism and related needs in Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, and Wasco counties. Registration is required. Registered participants will receive a Zoom link prior to each event.
How do I register?
For more information and to register, click on the links above. For help with registration, email Darthea Park at dpark@pps.net.
Questions? Email Darthea Park at dpark@pps.net
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