Teens, ASD and Friendship

Maltby Centre is now offering a series of workshops for parents, caregivers, and youth! Our workshops are designed to help families understand concepts related to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), access resources, and increase overall parent/ youth capacity. This online workshop is for parents living in Ontario with a valid OAP registration number.

As part of foundational family services, you may choose to meet for an individual session with a family support coordinator after attending a workshop, to help you apply the workshop content to your specific family situation.

In this workshop participants will receive a presentation regarding challenges and strategies related to making friends when you have an autism diagnosis. This is a workshop designed for parents of teenagers, and you will have an opportunity to ask questions and participate in group discussions, if you desire.

As a result of participating in this workshop, you will better understand:
• Why socialization is challenging for teenagers with ASD
• How to increase social opportunities using natural methods
• How to increase social skills by accessing community programming

Requirements: To access this workshop, or a follow-up session, you will need a valid Ontario Autism Program Reference number. If you do not have an OAP Reference number please contact the Maltby Centre at 613-546-8535 and ask to speak to a Family Support Coordinator. This is a free workshop.

Please note this workshop is only offered in English.

Please note registration closes November 2, 2023