Free Web Stream Series
ACT has developed a free Fall/Spring series of presentations by speakers who will inspire and inform via web streaming. This initiative is in response to the concerns of families and individuals across the world, affected by autism and other special needs, who have been devastated by the pandemic. They are looking for practical resources that are accessible from their homes at little or no cost. Registration is free for these events. They are open to anyone who is interested, internationally, but the focus is on supporting caregivers.
Back to School Resources
ACT is gathering resources for the return to school which we hope will be of assistance to families, and the professionals who support them. Includes details on: BC’s Ministry of Education’s Back to School Plan, Knowing Your Rights and Advocacy Tips, BCEdAccess' Exclusion Tracker Survey 2020-2021, Great Back to School Resources, and where to turn if you need support.
COVID-19 Resources
ACT is gathering information to support families during the COVID-19 crisis, including resources specific to those who are neuro-diverse and useful general resources. Our COVID-19 Resources page will be updated as new resources come in.
- Watch Practical Tips for Helping Families Reduce Stress
- Resources for Families Waiting for Assessment
- View upcoming live web streams and presentations you can watch any time
B.C. Resources
Looking for autism & special needs resources specific to British Columbia? Visit the new B.C. Resources page to find community agencies, recreational activities, service providers, support groups, education & employment, community events, the autism manual, new diagnosis hub, transition to adulthood, and much more!
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Download the ACT Videos & Resources Guide for the latest updates on ACT’s videos, events, and resources. We have specialized guides for:
Special Needs Resources Guide for Schools Guide to Mental Health Resources
ACT Videos & Resources Guide for Parents and Professionals Find Autism Information
Find practical autism resources in the Autism Information Database (AID). We've made it even easier to find resources and tools for parents and professionals with a new subject listing. Free and relevant world-wide.
You can also find 自閉症社區訓練協會 (ACT in Chinese), ACT in Punjabi, Online Mental Health & Autism Project: Looking Beyond Autism, and Autism Research.
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Autism, Anxiety and COVID-19
To mark World Autism Day with a practical initiative, ACT invited three respected mental health clinicians, who have presented for ACT on autism and mental health, to answer questions on ‘Anxiety and COVID-19’.
Watch hereSearch the Autism Information Database
Search over 1,400 vetted information resources related to ASD, including online articles, videos, and websites.
Special Needs Community Events
ACT lists workshops and conferences in B.C. related to autism and other special needs that are provided by local agencies and organizations.
Little Buddies Presents: The PLAY Project's VIRTUAL Autism Intensive Workshop
Thursday, September 24 - Friday, September 25
FSI Learning Explorations - Effective Advocacy and Our Role with Korean Translation
Tuesday, September 29
News from ACT on Facebook
A story from Florida, where a parent says she has been unable to find a pediatrician willing to sign the mask exemption form that would allow her non-verbal child to attend school without wearing a mask. What are your thoughts?
www.wfla.com
Rodriguez says her son needs an in-person education because he has autism and is non-verbal.I had a huge fight with SD 23 bus for my boy has to go to school board and get Dr Maloy and the CFO of the school board. Now he has the exemption.
This article looks at what scientists and clinicians know — and don’t know — about gender and sexuality in autistic people.
Gender and sexuality in autism, explained | Spectrum | Autism Research News
www.spectrumnews.org
Gender and sexuality appear to be more varied among autistic people than among neurotypical people. What do scientists know about the connection?“Parents are worried about coming back, because they have seen before that the plans are not there for students with disabilities.” If you are a parent, is your child currently attending school? If so, what has the experience been like so far this year?
Parents of children with complex needs feel abandoned as B.C. students return to school | CBC News
www.cbc.ca
Jenn Newby and other parents are de-registering their children from schools they feel are leaving them behind amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Nope. Preparing to lodge formal complaint.
Given the current pandemic, it will be even more difficult than usual for many disabled British Columbians and their caregivers to vote in person on October 24th. Here is a link you can use to request a vote-by-mail package. Please share this as quickly as possible to those you know who could benefit from this option!
Elections BC – Online Voter Registration
eregister.electionsbc.gov.bc.ca
The writs have been issued for British Columbia’s 42nd Provincial General Election. Election Day will be Saturday, October 24, 2020. Elections BC is implementing a number of measures to help voters ...自閉症社區訓練協會 | ACT in Chinese
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ACT in Punjabi
ACT has been able to both create and identify valuable resources for the Punjabi-speaking community in British Columbia.
View Punjabi-language Resources