Canada.ca released a new report published March 2018 regarding the National Autism Spectrum Disorder Surveillance System. Download the alternative format (PDF format, 837 KB, 42 pages) Organization: Public Health Agency of Canada Published: March 2018 Read it here: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/autism-spectrum-disorder-children-youth-canada-2018.html
Aggressive, inappropriate, and anti-social behaviours are some of the biggest barriers to inclusion for people with developmental disabilities in school, community, and the workforce. Such behaviours are also very hard on families. All people who demonstrate extreme behaviours, whether they have developmental disabilities or not, challenge inclusion and community acceptance. There are some behaviours that …
One year ago, Creekside Child Development Centre was approached by the Development Team at Science World asking if they could have the help of the children to develop a gallery full of wonder and excitement. Of course, we took up the challenge. The gallery was to be designed for children from birth to five years …
When DDA first started providing childcare, children with special needs were rarely welcomed into typical child care programs in the community. In recognition of the importance of enriched services during the early years, DDA filled the void with specially-trained child care workers who worked exclusively with children with special needs. Soon after, we recognized the …
This week, researchers published the hopeful findings that, even after age 4, many nonverbal children with autism eventually develop language. For good reason, families, teachers and others want to know how they can promote language development in nonverbal children or teenagers with autism. The good news is that research has produced a number of effective …
April 13, 2011, Vancouver BC – The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is the operator of the new Creekside Child Development Centre (CDC) at Creekside Community Recreation Centre. Located in the Olympic Legacy Building, Creekside Child Development Centre will open its doors on May 2nd to children ages between 6 months to 5 years old. Preschool …
Eating is a multi-sensory activity. It doesn’t just involve taste, but textures, consistencies, temperature, and the list goes on. Most individuals with autism have sensory problems, making them prone to being a “picky eater”. Studies show that kids with autism are five times more likely to have issues when it comes to mealtime. The good …
We love this article because it reminds us to treat everyone with respect, dignity and equally regardless of where they are from and who they are. Stay informed and educated. Parents with special needs children are the same as parents with typical children, they all strive to provide their children a life filled with endless …
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