Tailored support and strategies for embracing human diversity.
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RECREATION AND CAMPS
My approach and services are built on the foundation of consciousness, self-reflection, curiosity, wilingness and understanding. They are anchored in the idea of community and collaboration,
and the belief that we have to ability to create change if we want it.
Camp and recreational environments can be challenging and/or overwhelming for some children and teens. It may be difficult to integrate individuals into groups, or perhaps to set up and enforce routines, expectations, and activities, that provide a pleasurable experience for everyone involved.
From my years working in various environments including summer camps, I understand first hand that there are many barriers when trying to include some individuals, and I recognize that a neutral party can be beneficial when trying to problem solve situations.
Why work with me?
No matter the age of the person/people in your group, nor whether they have a diagnosis or not, here are some examples of situations that you may be experiencing right now:
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you aren't sure exactly how to do what you need to do
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you are struggling to clarify neurodiverse needs
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it feels impossible to approach crisis situations and difficult behaviour
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you find it hard to understand neurodiverse perceptions
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you can't find a realistic way to apply techniques and strategies in the everyday routines
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you are meeting challenges in working together to meet the combined needs of individuals and groups
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you are seeking new information and ideas for your toolbox
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you can't see what can be done to help beyond what is already being done
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you wish you had time to research services, programs, policies, laws, resources etc.
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you would love to be able to be focus more on promoting and/or maintaining independence
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and more……
There are a variety of opportunities, supports, and services available,
each meeting a different need.
ACCOMPANIMENT
Accompaniment services are specifically for the front line staff of recreational and camp programs,
who are providing direct services to autistic, neurodiverse or differently abled clientele.
This service provides an opportunity to dig deep into specific situations in which you are meeting challenges in providing support for the participation in leisure activities.
The goal is to actively brainstorm and make changes in the operation of activities, in order to more effectively meet the ongoing needs of the people you support.
Whether you are looking for support to better understand a specific situation, develop an intervention plan, or receive ongoing guidance while applying strategies in real time, accompaniment can be tailored to meet your needs.
SITUATIONAL CONSULTATIONS
Situational consultations are available for individual staff or intervention teams looking for ideas and
support for how to make changes in specific situations.
This service provides an opportunity to discuss specific situations that staff or teams are experiencing, with guidance and insight from my years of personal and professional experience.
The goal is to brainstorm out of the box ideas to address the situation, make changes, modify interventions, and improve the overall situation.
COMMUNITY OF PRACTISE CONSULTATIONS
Community of practise consultations are available for intervention teams looking for opportunities to discuss effectively meeting individual participant's needs, meeting staff needs, using the staff as effectively as possible, clarifying roles of staff, rethinking activity schedules and/or activities
and/or programs in complex situations.
This service provides an opportunity to discuss situations in which the team may be experiencing challenges, with guidance and insight from my years of personal and professional experience.
The goal is to brainstorm outside of the box ideas, in order to actively make changes in the day to day, and more effectively meet the ongoing needs in complex situations.
WORKSHOPS AND LEARNING
My interactive learning workshops are designed to encourage the exploration of current knowledge,
reflection on real situations and discussion about practical ways of supporting individuals.
Whether you are looking to host a single workshop, a learning event, a facilitated conversation or a customized training package, we can work together to create an experience that reflects the needs, interests and questions that matter most. Topics can include information about specific diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, and disability, or they can focus on information and strategies around educating and supporting others.
They can be offered to staff members or to the parents, family, caregivers, professionals and community members they serve, allowing the learning experience to reflect the unique needs of each environment and audience.
AUTISM ACCEPTANCE
I feel strongly that one of the biggest hurdles for people with autism and their families,
is society's knowledge, or lack thereof, of autism.
My contribution to addressing this, is through offering presentations for youth, teens, and adults that provide information to help create autism awareness, that through continued discussion will shift to autism acceptance and inclusion. All learning sessions are available to the staff and community (parents, guardians, collaborators etc.)
I also offer a space here on my website in which people can share their personal stories in relation to autism.
If you are staff member who works with autistic students, don't hesitate to contact me if you would like to share your story.