[FEAT BC Admin]

This area is for discussions in general topics.

Topic

[David & Lori DiSanto]

I have a question regarding line therapists.

We are arranging for line therapists for our ABA program, but we really don't know what the going rates are.
What kind of hourly wage are people typically paying in the Vancouver/Burnaby area?

$10/hr? $20/hr?
We really don't have much of an idea. The rates posted on the classifieds area of this board just seem so wildly different at times.

Thanks in advance,
David & Lori

[Mike & Jean]

Feat Discussion Group Reminder

To all parents;

The March 20th FEAT discussion group meeting has been cancelled due to Spring Break.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday April 17th at 7:30pm at St. Francis in the Wood Anglican Church in West Vancouver (map available for downloading under the FEAT Events tab on the Main Page of the web-site)

See you there.

[Deleted User]

I need some advice on the screaming issue. Our almost 3 year old boy who is non-verbal, is very vocal and loud. He has begun screaming at the top of his lungs and this continues most of the day. When we hear him start we say "No yelling" and he looks at us and stops. He knows what it means. But a minute later it starts up again. Does anyone have anything that has worked for them? Also, we are taking him for an ABR hearing test down in Victoria next weekend. Is there anyone that has done this. How was the experience. We are debating on going or not, because it's one of those things that we know he hears some things . . . well I'm sure everyone knows this one. Anyway, any info would be appreciated. Thanks

Lisa (Nathan's mom)

[Deleted User]

I need some advice on the screaming issue. I have an almost 3 year old boy who has no verbal communication skills as of yet, but who is very vocal. He is starting to scream a lot. Right when we hear him we say "No yelling!" and he looks at us and stops. He knows what it means. But just a minute or so it starts again. In the morning he will lay in his bottom bunk and scream until we go into his room. I've been trying to ignore him, but his older brother and younger brother as often annoyed by it, and I'm starting to reach the end of my rope. Any advice, suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you

Lisa
Nathan's mom

[Minsun Jung]

Thank you very much for all the lovely opinions on the puppies!! I would like to have all of them, ha ha ha…^.^

[Susan Adirim]

Dogs

Any opinion on border collies? I guess they would be good with a wondering kid.

Jerome

[Sandy & Mike]

Re: Dogs

Another suggestion: you may want to try to look into the Portuguese Water Dog. They are non shedding, athletic, intelligent and very good with children. These dogs are EXCELLENT swimmers and are know for their diving capabilities. They are also in the size category that you seek.
Personally we LOVE our great danes (we are breeders) yes they are HUGE but they have a slower metabolism than an a medium sized breed therefore they do not require as much excercise as a smaller dog and they are not a "hyper nor aggressive" breed, contrary to what is widely believed the GD is very intelligent, gentle and loyal. They are very social and are happiest when they are near you. They shed less than most short haired breeds and require minimal grooming. It was our brindle female that first reached our son in his solitary world. He would not respond to anyone nor anything until one day our female walked up to him and placed her head under his hand – he suddenly became aware of her and smiled (for the first time in over 9 months) and began to touch her face. To this day he seeks her out to hug her (another benefit of such a big dog – great for hugging) and stroke her head :>
What ever breed you decide to go with make sure you buy from a reputable person who is willing to give you some form of a guarantee on health and temperament. Good luck.

[David Bridges]

Re: Dogs

I have a suggestion, although this type of dog is LARGE!!!!.

I have a Bernese Mountain Dog. Looks a little like a St. Bernard, but not as big (males avg. 110 lbs. at adulthood). INCREDIBLY patient, kind, loving, and big enough to handle my rambunctious 7 year old boy. Shedding IS a problem.

A good guard dog, not an attack dog. Originally bred as a cow and sheep herder, he stays with you and your family, almost 'watching guard' over the little ones.

LOVES to rough-house and instinctively interestd in children (loves all kids, but a little wary of strange adults). Pleasing his master is top priority.

'Sam' and my boy are very close.

They do have hip and other joint problems, so find a really good breeder AND do not fail to get pet insurance.

Good luck and go for it! I'm sure you can't go wrong so long as you are careful the puppy has a steady, confident disposition, and is of medium or large stature.

A pup from a large brood is also preferable, since they are more used to chaos and disorder. And apparently the farther down the birth-order, the better (just more experience with 'the pack', and not as likely to want to be the centre of attention).

Hope this was of some assistance.

DB

[Deleted User]

My sister just sent me a web site from which she wanted me to pick out toys for our autistic son's birthday. At the site, you categorize what kind of items you want to look at, how old your child is and what his disabilities are and then up comes all the toys, cassettes, or flash cards or what ever, that would suit your child. It is so easy to shop there.

The company is Dragonfly Toys. The web site is
http://www.dragonflytoys.com/

Have fun,

Nancy (Casey's mom)

[Deleted User]

Sorry, if I cause some discomfort from my last post, let me rephrase it…

has anyone had experience using FC in an ABA based program? I know of a few families that have used them together and was wondering if anyone on the board has?

I don't mean any harm, just wondering…

[Author]

Replies