Autism 30 Podcast

Questions answered with guests: Kathy and Tina. How far society has come with acceptance. The frustrations that parents can face when you have a child with autism. Children knowing they have autism and how to approach the subject? Demystification and self-awareness. Things we'd like to see in the marketplace and supports wanted.

The history of Laurel. Services offered and their approach to providing them. ABA. Triple P Stepping Stone Positive Parenting Program. EIBI Program. Autism Curriculum Encyclopaedia (ACE). RASP list. Behaviour consultation and locations. Funding. How long does the process take? Training and workshops. Building community capacity. Success stories. What Ms. Leilani Llacuna loves about her work, and changes she’d like to see. Commons stresses. Educating the educators. Parents concerns. Staff and their qualifications. Autism in her own words.

The history, philosophy and benefits of PosAbilities. What is person centered thinking. The Rights of a person with disability in British Columbia and Canada and why it’s important to know. Ages served and programs offered. Transitioning, employment, and home living. Areas served and funding explained. Recommended application dates. Workshops offered. Connection to community. Success stories. Autism in Monique’s own words.

What do you do if your child is having a meltdown and you are getting "looks" from other people? How do you handle going out to eat if your child is a picky eater? Do you tell other people about your child’s autism diagnosis, who do you tell, and why?

The history of Blazin' Soccer Dogs. The determination and drive of a loving mother. The goodwill of Canadians. How it was named. Who are the players? The philosophy of the teams. The coaches and volunteer qualifications. What help is available to players. The soccer season. Locations. The cherished attire for both teams. The amazing atmosphere at the games. The benefits. The future goals. Advice to get your own program started. What Abbe finds rewarding about her role, and autism in her own words.

Who is Mr. Lucas Gates? His childhood and educational experiences. What he wants other members of society to know about autism. Apologizing and the wish society would be more educated and empathic. What would make his life easier? His advice to parents of children on the spectrum. The brilliance of his inquisitive mind. The value of social stories. His soccer team the Rain City Wolves FC and plans for the future. His work, social life and his Master of Ceremony role at "Night to Remember" in June. His future goal and his passion for computer science and technology.

The history of how and why Mr. and Mrs. Aquilini created The Canucks Autism Network. The many programs offered and geographical locations served. Future plans for the organization. How to apply for; membership, volunteer work, and employment. The benefits of joining. Ms. Lindsay Petrie’s success stories, what she loves about her work, and autism in her own words.

Who is Ms. Alison Brook? What is BC Centre for Ability? What is the early intervention therapy program? Their geographical area serviced and philosophy. The different programs offered. How to apply for services. The different types of therapists and their roles. Different workshops offered. What she loves about her work. Autism in her own words.

Who is Ms. Carrie McLellan-Haqq and what is Richmond Society For Community Living (RSCL)? Their philosophy, various branches, and programs. How to apply for services. What happens once the application is accepted. Minimum and maximum ages. Funding and cost. Annual events coordinated by RSCL. Success stories. Strengths and benefits of the program. Autism in her own words.

About the parents (Kathy and; Tina). Educating the public about hurtful things that some people do and say. Issues that arise for many parents with children with autism around the "The Holiday Season". What the parents would like the world to know about autism.