October is Autism Awareness Month and it HAS Given the North Bay community an opportunity to talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder, and early signs in children through events and activities.
Families in North Bay Celebrated with an open house Held by Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca on Wednesday, October 12 th,2016. The open house Had a terrific turnout Offering Dozens of families a glimpse into available resources for children with autism, Including Hands' Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) program.
"Autism signs and symptoms are usually noticeable in early childhood around 18 months. It is significant for us to connect with parents and what-have discussions about early signs of Autism They Might look for In Their Children, "Said Nathalie Ouellette, Senior Manager of Autism Services at Hands. "Through events Such As our open house, we-have the privilege of inviting our community in to see the amazing work our team has daily basis Does is to Improve the lives of children and Their families."
Sensory Sensitive Halloween Event
To wrap up October's Autism Awareness Month, children and families are Invited to Participate in a "sensitive sensory" Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 29, 2016 Being hosted by Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca. Halloween is an exciting holiday for kids, aim it May offer some challenges for children with Autism. This free event will Provide an opportunity for children to experience Halloween-have a positive year in environment with Reduced triggers Such as lighting, noise, scary costume and the need to go out in the dark. Registration is required; Asked to contact families are Hands at 705-476-2293 ext. 1323 to reserve a spot.
For more information on Autism, Including early signs and resources for parents, touch Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca or visit www.TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca/Autism .
