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[Stella Li]

<h2>Preparing for your child’s transition into adulthood?</h2>
<h3>Register here for our Launch into Life! program </h3>
<h3>Hosted by Autism Society of British Columbia 
Facilitated by Katelyn Lowe, Ph.D, R. Psych, The Sinneave Family Foundation

Transitioning into adulthood and the community beyond high school can be challenging for individuals with autism and their families.  Comprehensive transition planning can help to manage the challenges during this time and maximize potential for each person to live a full and meaningful life.  The Launch program was developed to help families prepare for and respond to key life transitions, and to guide the journey from adolescence to adulthood.</h3>
This workshop series will help you create an Individual Transition Plan for your child and provide valuable information about the following topics;

• Understanding preparing for key transitions across the lifespan
• Managing health and mental health issues
• Navigating the change from pediatrics to adult health and support care systems
• Finding the right social and recreation programs in the community
• Creating a shared vision for your child’s future
• Developing life and vocational skills
• Exploring volunteer and work opportunities
• Understanding housing and supportive programming options into adulthood
• Legal and Financial issues including guardianship and program funding.

Who should attend? Families and young people (13+) living with ASD and other developmental disabilities.  Please note youth should be able to attend breakout session independently and participate in identifying goals and creating a vision for their future.

For more details about this program please contact Bonnie (ASBC Program Manager) at bstein@autismbc.ca

Dates (please note you must be able to attend the two sessions in March)

March 2 (6.30pm – 8.30pm) Parents: Winslow Centre, Coquitlam
March 4 (9am – 3pm) Parents and Youth: 1551 Salisbury Ave, Port Coquitlam
April 20 (6.30pm – 8.30pm) Parents – BOOSTER Session (optional)

Register for your place today
<h3>Thanks to our community partners; The Simon Fraser Society for Community Living, School District #43 and The Sinneave Family Foundation</h3>
 

[Stella Li]

ASBC Office and Marketing/Outreach Coordinator – Immediate Start Date

The Autism Society of British Columbia (ASBC) is a parent based and directed society that has been working to provide support to individuals and their families affected by autism since 1975. Assisting families throughout the province, ASBC has a head office in Burnaby (moving to Pacific Autism Family Centre in Richmond March 1), and branches in Nanaimo, Kelowna and Prince George. ASBC is seeking a full time Office and Marketing Coordinator with strong reception, customer service, office coordination, communications and IT skills to assist the society with its daily operations.

<u>Roles and responsibilities</u>

• Office administration and clerical support
• Answering of phones and inquiry direction
• Membership management (including data entry, emailing)
• Social media postings
• Newsletters
• Event coordination
• Website updates
• Bank deposits
• Assist management and staff where needed

<u>The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experiences</u>

• Front desk/reception experience
• Fluent in most computer programs including MS, Word Press, Mail Chimp, Adobe InDesign and CRM software solutions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential  information
• Works well in a team environment but can take initiative
• Organized and detail orientated
• A post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field (communication, IT, graphic design) would be considered an asset
• Experience/knowledge of autism would be considered asset

<u>Other Information</u>

• Immediate Start Date
• This position is during ASBC office hours Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
• Criminal Record check is required

Interested candidates please send cover letter and resume to adminstrator@autismbc.ca

 

[Stella Li]

REMINDER:

The Autism Society of BC (ASBC) Burnaby Community Group proudly presents:

The Importance of Transitioning Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum into Adulthood: Plan for Success

by

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam, M.Ed., BCBA, Behaviour Consultant

Date: Friday February 3, 2017
Time: 10 am to 12 noon (door opens at 9:30 am)
Place: Studio, #301 – 3701 East Hastings Street, Burnaby BC
TOPIC:   The Importance of Transitioning Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum into Adulthood: Plan for Success

There is no ‘one way’ for every child to reach their potential as they grow. However there are strategies that will enhance and provide room for growth which can be capitalized as youth mature into adulthood.

We will discuss how all stakeholders: family, school and community, can participate in providing, supporting and guiding adolescents towards their personal life goals specifically as they exit secondary school into the work force.

1. When do we ‘start’ this transition? How can this look like?
2. Social skills development
3. Community organization/planning/transportation skills
4. Pre-job skills into ‘real work for real pay’, internships/volunteer
5. Jobs of the stakeholders

SPEAKER:
Bohdanna has been involved with children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum for over 25 years.  Her background includes teaching in the public school system in USA, being a Coordinator at the National Sports Centre for the Disabled outdoor program, and 12 years of working as a Clinical Director for one of Dr. Lovaas’ replication sites. She has had the honour of developing clinics in the USA, UK and Canada.

Having extensive experience and knowledge in the autism field throughout the years, Bohdanna has the desire to pass on the torch.  She has been training and building up senior therapists and interventionists for many years.  She founded Harmony House in 2007 with the vision of opening schools, developing social skills programs and guiding children involved in home school situations under the umbrella of supporting families and children with autism.  Nowadays Harmony House continues to support families in various capacities.

Bohdanna is a mother of two daughters and a son, ages 14 to 24.  Being a mother of children of a wide age range has helped her to understand the needs of people in different age groups.
Coffee/Tea & Refreshments will be provided.
Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP.

[Stella Li]

The Autism Society of BC (ASBC) Burnaby Community Group proudly presents:

The Importance of Transitioning Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum into Adulthood: Plan for Success

by

Bohdanna Popowycz Kvam, M.Ed., BCBA, Behaviour Consultant

Date: Friday February 3, 2017
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Place: Studio, #301 – 3701 East Hastings Street, Burnaby BC
TOPIC:   The Importance of Transitioning Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum into Adulthood: Plan for Success

 

There is no ‘one way’ for every child to reach their potential as they grow. However there are strategies that will enhance and provide room for growth which can be capitalized as youth mature into adulthood.

 

We will discuss how all stakeholders: family, school and community, can participate in providing, supporting and guiding adolescents towards their personal life goals specifically as they exit secondary school into the work force.

 

1. When do we ‘start’ this transition? How can this look like?
2. Social skills development
3. Community organization/planning/transportation skills
4. Pre-job skills into ‘real work for real pay’, internships/volunteer
5. Jobs of the stakeholders

SPEAKER:
Bohdanna has been involved with children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum for over 25 years.  Her background includes teaching in the public school system in USA, being a Coordinator at the National Sports Centre for the Disabled outdoor program, and 12 years of working as a Clinical Director for one of Dr. Lovaas’ replication sites. She has had the honour of developing clinics in the USA, UK and Canada.

Having extensive experience and knowledge in the autism field throughout the years, Bohdanna has the desire to pass on the torch.  She has been training and building up senior therapists and interventionists for many years.  She founded Harmony House in 2007 with the vision of opening schools, developing social skills programs and guiding children involved in home school situations under the umbrella of supporting families and children with autism.  Nowadays Harmony House continues to support families in various capacities.

Bohdanna is a mother of two daughters and a son, ages 14 to 24.  Being a mother of children of a wide age range has helped her to understand the needs of people in different age groups.
Coffee/Tea & Refreshments will be provided.
Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca ASAP.

[Stella Li]

Hi everyone,

December is coming!  Soon it will be end of 2016.  Did you reach the goal you set for this year?  What about your autism journey?   Are you happy with what you’ve achieved or do you feel tired and discouraged?  Want to hear about successes along the journey and what lead to those successes?

This coming Friday at the ASBC Burnaby Community Support Group meeting, we are pleased to have Peggy Boon as our speaker to present on “Autism: Journey Through the Years”.

Date: December 2, 2016 (Friday)

Time: 9:30am-11:30am

Place: Studio, #303 – 3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

Speaker: Peggy Boon, RN, Certified Life Coach, Parent

Autism: Journey Through The Years

Peggy Boon is the parent of a young adult on the spectrum. Shortly after her son received an autism diagnosis at age 3, Peggy planted two goals in her mind and heart for Dalton. He is now a thriving young man. Dalton has traveled the world as a paralympic swimmer, has a paid job where he is respected as a valuable team member, and is in a long term relationship.

Peggy is a retired nurse (27 years), a certified life coach and a therapeutic touch practitioner.  Peggy combines lived experience and education to guide individuals and groups towards their greatest potential.

Join us to hear about successes along the way and what lead to those successes.

Refreshments will be provided.  Space is limited.  RSVP before December 1st to shui@autismbc.ca.

See you this Friday!

 

[Stella Li]

Hi everyone,

December is coming!  Soon it will be end of 2016.  Did you reach the goal you set for this year?  What about your autism journey?   Are you happy with what you’ve achieved or do you feel tired and discouraged?  Want to hear about successes along the journey and what lead to those successes?

This coming Friday at the ASBC Burnaby Community Support Group meeting, we are pleased to have Peggy Boon as our speaker to present on “Autism: Journey Through the Years”.

Date: December 2, 2016 (Friday)

Time: 9:30am-11:30am

Place: Studio, #303 – 3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

Speaker: Peggy Boon, RN, Certified Life Coach, Parent

Autism: Journey Through The Years

Peggy Boon is the parent of a young adult on the spectrum. Shortly after her son received an autism diagnosis at age 3, Peggy planted two goals in her mind and heart for Dalton. He is now a thriving young man. Dalton has traveled the world as a paralympic swimmer, has a paid job where he is respected as a valuable team member, and is in a long term relationship.

Peggy is a retired nurse (27 years), a certified life coach and a therapeutic touch practitioner.  Peggy combines lived experience and education to guide individuals and groups towards their greatest potential.

Join us to hear about successes along the way and what lead to those successes.

Refreshments will be provided.  Space is limited.  RSVP before December 1st to shui@autismbc.ca.

See you Friday morning!

[Wendy and Todd Petersen]

Hi, Janine.

Please feel free to email me directly at wendyandtoddp@gmail.com.  Look forward to hearing from you!

Wendy

[jtoole]

Wendy, we have a roller coaster fan in our house as well!  Not sure how to connect without putting contact details on this public discussion board…

Janine

[Wendy and Todd Petersen]

Any roller coaster or amusement park enthusiasts out there?  Our (almost) 13 year old son is a fanatic and would love to connect with another tween/teen who shares a similar interest.  If you know of anyone, let’s try to connect.

Thanks!

Wendy

[Corinne Coutts]

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Where: Best Western Plus Sands Hotel
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