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Classroom Pets for Children with Autism |
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| Researchers at the University of Queensland have started an exciting new program to provide classroom pets for children with autism. Last year, 31 classrooms in Brisbane participated, and the feedback was so positive that it is continuing next year! |
The program consists of an adorable pair of guinea pigs (including their cage, food, and bedding) provided 100% free to the classroom for 8 weeks. During this time, a facilitator visits the classroom twice a week to work with small groups of students to learn how to care for, interact with, and understand the needs and communication of the animals. It provides a fun and engaging opportunity for children with autism to interact with their classmates over a common interest and activity, and for all students to practice empathy and compassion for another creature and each other. |
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The Pleasure of Smell and Touch to Help the Brain Regenerate Naturally |
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Autism Advisory and Support Service is hosting a seminar on
The Pleasure of Smell and Touch to Help the Brain Regenerate Naturally
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Australian Autism Associations |
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The Autism Associations are a great starting point for anyone dealing with autism. They can you with
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Early Intervention
- School's
- Support Services
- Workshops & Courses
Contact your local Autism Assocation for more information on how they can help you.
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School Readiness Workshops |
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Does your child has autism?
Are they starting school next year?
Then why not help prepare them with a School Readiness Program?
Autism Behavioural Intervention NSW (ABI) are inviting your child to participate in the ABI school readiness group to be run in Term 4 for 7 weeks. The program is due to commence on the 1st November.
The group will take place at the ABI ofice in Alexandria. Each group will run from 9.30am - 11am with time for communication afterwards with parents to explain homework requirements. The cost of the group will be $350 for 7 weeks. The use of FACHSIA funding is an option
For further information contact
Autism Behavioural Intervention NSW
Suite 202 / 35 Doody Street
Alexandria NSW 2015
Phone: (02) 9669 2250
Fax: (02) 9669 2240
Email:
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The Australian Autism Handbook |
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This book is the essential resource guide for autism spectrum disorders.
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