Parents of children with autism experience unique challenges and stressors. These groups are a safe space for parents to meet and discuss topics related to their experiences. Each month, topics are discussed in a forum where families can help support one another and share their opinions and experiences. Sessions are co-led by a parent volunteer and a Strides staff member. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend any or all six sessions.

Monthly Topic of the Group:
Jul – Family Dynamics
Aug – School Support
Sep – Supporting your Child in Social Relationships (Friendship/Bullying)
Oct – Building Confidence and Resilience
Nov – Accepting the Diagnosis
Dec – Self-Care and Resource Sharing

**This group is available for parents to attend any or all sessions. You may attend when your schedule permits.** 

Do you need help filing receipts with the OAP? Completing funding forms? Creating custom visual supports for home? Or do you just have a question you need answered?
Our team is here to help! Strides Autism Outreach & Education Facilitators will meet with parents for one-hour brief consultations focused on support with visual aids, autism-related paperwork, or troubleshooting a family goal.

In this workshop, parents will gain an understanding of social skills and how autism can affect the development of these skills. Evidence-based strategies will also be provided for parents/caregivers to use to support their child’s social growth at home and in the community.

This workshop focuses on how regulation develops and the importance of teaching your child/youth how to regulate their emotions. Strategies and resources will be provided.

This workshop teaches parents how to develop, implement and maintain healthy sleep habits for their children with autism. We will discuss how autism affects sleep, factors that may impact sleep, and will identify common sleep issues in children with autism. This workshop also addresses some frequently asked questions parents have on sleep, provides strategies to build a bedtime routine and create successful sleep environments.

This workshop aims to help parents and caregivers of individuals with autism, manage their own stress. Learn how stress affects your mind and body as well as strategies for reducing stress and taking care of yourself.

Parents will learn what autism spectrum disorder is and the core characteristics of autism. The webinar will also help parents identify strengths their child is exhibiting in social communication skills to make it easier to set goals. Research on the brain and autism will also be explored.