Category: Information

“Spaghetti is NOT Finger Food” Book Launch by Jodi Carmichael

Dear Friends and Family, You and your children are Invited to the launch of my book, Spaghetti is NOT a Finger Food and Other Life Lessons. When: Saturday, May 25th at 2:00pm Where: McNally Robinson Booksellers, 1120 Grant Ave Spaghetti is NOT a Finger Food and Other Life Lessons is a humorous book about an eight-year-old [...]

Tuesday April 30th, 2013 in Events, Fundraising, Information | No Comments »

LEGO® SOCIAL SKILLS THERAPY – TRAINING & CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP

For the first time ever in Manitoba: LEGO® SOCIAL SKILLS THERAPY – TRAINING & CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP Hosted by Asperger Manitoba Inc. (AMI)   What is the LEGO® Social Skills Program? LEGO® Social Skills therapy is a proven and effective way for children with social difficulties associated with Autism, Asperger Syndrome, Anxiety, Depression, or ADHD to [...]

Wednesday March 27th, 2013 in Events, Information | No Comments »

SpeechWorks Inc. Presents Conversations Skills for Teen and Children

Conversation Skills is a program that helps children and teens to get along better with others! We target social communication skills that are difficult for your child. They may include having a conversation, listening and paying attention to others, giving and receiving advice, and emotional expression. Programs are led by Stephanie Harvey, Speech-Language Pathologist. Skills are taught directly. They are [...]

Wednesday March 13th, 2013 in Events, Information | No Comments »

SpeechWorks Inc. Conversation Skills Groups for Children and Teens

The next Conversation Skills Groups are starting soon! We work on social communication skills such as having a conversation, paying attention to others, and expressing emotions.Target skills are selected based on the participants’ needs. Programs are led by Stephanie Harvey, who has 17 years’ experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist.   A poster for the children’s group can [...]

Tuesday February 12th, 2013 in Information, Services | No Comments »

Web Series by Rudy Simone

Please find Rudy Simone’s web series “The Aspergirl Show” available on YouTube.

Wednesday February 6th, 2013 in Information | No Comments »

AMI’s response to the changes to the DSM V

Please find AMI’s response to the changes to the DSM V here.

Tuesday February 5th, 2013 in Information | No Comments »

“Vancouver designer’s inflatable vest helps autistic kids focus”

A snug vest has been created by a young entrepreneur here in Canada.  She has incorporated the desire for many autistics to feel deep pressure, such as a firm hug, or hold.  An article in the Vancouver Sun from January 20, 2013 discusses this new innovation.    

Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 in Celebrating Abilities, Information | No Comments »

Apps for Students with ASD

This wheel of apps breaks down the various apps  available to work with different domains as it pertains to ASD.  Please find the wheel of apps here.    

Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 in Information | No Comments »

Disability Tax Credit and ASD

Please find this presentation done by the Autism Calgary Association regarding the Disability Tax Credit and ASD.    

Friday January 18th, 2013 in Information | No Comments »

Promoting Flexible Thinking and Interaction with Your Child at Home

Does your child have difficulty with transitions or changes in routine? Are you interested in learning ways to improve the quality of communication between your child and family members? You are invited to attend Promoting Flexible Thinking and Interaction with Your Child at Home Tuesday evenings, 7:00 to 8:30 River Room at Rehabilitation Centre for Children February [...]

Thursday January 17th, 2013 in Information, Services | No Comments »