Programs at Autism Services Incorporated
Bruce Awad Summer Program
A seven week program in July and August for children and youth ages 6 to 21 years with a diagnosis of Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). We operate for seven weeks Monday to Friday in July and August. The program is highly structured with a consistent daily routine. Emphasis is placed on communication, socialiation, behaviour management, daily living skills, and community activities. A one-to-one or two-to-one client to support worker ratio is maintained for a safe and happy environment. More detailed information on the Summer Program is available here.
Resource Lending Library
Our Library was established in October 2004 with approximately 100 resources. Today we house over 700 autism related items available for lending. In addition to books we also have DVDs, Books on CD, education toys, games and software available to borrow for a three week loan period. Library users are welcome to stay and use the specialized computer software such as Boardmaker to create choice boards and picture communication schedules. We also have available a computer with internet access and a laminator (for a min. charge). There are no borrowing fees or memberships required. Teachers can access library material through the inter school courier system. Learn more here.
Workshops & Seminars
In 2008 a group of parent volunteers partnered with the different community agencies that work with families and individuals with autism. This group,
All About Autism, hosts free introductory workshops where professionals and parent volunteers present different topics each month to parents, caregivers, extended family, students and professionals who are looking for information on autism. Workshops are held from 6:30 till 8:30pm on the second Wednesday of the month from September through June at the ASI Library.
Occassionaly ASI will partner with other community agencies in order to offer informational seminars and webinars on topics related to autism. A complete schedule and workshop descriptions are available here.