What to Do After the Meltdown..Prevention, Intervention, Post-Vention Strategies to Support Children with ASD as well as other Challenges

Description

Parents and family members of individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism face unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 restrictions of social distancing. Individuals with autism depend on a team of professionals, teachers and family members to support their daily learning, behavioral, sensory and communication difficulties. With “stay at home” orders, schools and businesses closed, routines and structure has been disrupted on top of mounting anxiety and stress. During this 90-minute video, Kathy Morris will demonstrate four practical strategies which will help alleviate the stress and anxiety those with autism are currently facing to help reduce meltdowns and tantrums. You will learn Square Breathing, Power Cards, Five-Point scale and Social Stories to help identify emotions as well as regulate anxiety and stress.

Location Webinar

Date 9/18/2020 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Check in 9:30 AM)
Sponsor Starnet Region V
Trainer Kathy Morris
Contact Tiffany Posey (312) 451-8516 taposey@cps.edu
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
4. Specific IFSP goals
Credit Hours 2.0 - Atypical Development
2.0 - Intervention
Cost FREE
Status Closed