On October 17th, Dr. Carole Zangari will speak on: “Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in the Preschool Classroom: Infusing Core Language Intervention”

Details and RSVP online. 

Description: Speech-language pathologists and educators supporting preschoolers with autism and other developmental disabilities often need to infuse AAC interventions into classroom activities and routines. In many therapeutic settings, however, there is not a systematic process for teaching core vocabulary. This presentation describes a curricular approach in which core language is taught using early literacy activities, such as shared reading and writing lessons, typical classroom routines, and play/learning activities.

Sleep is vital for health but many children with special needs experience chronic sleep problems of great severity. In B.C. it can be very difficult for sleep deprived families to find help to see if there are underlying medical conditions causing their child’s sleep problems.

To raise awareness, the Children’s Sleep Network is planning a two-day free public event on Friday evening & Saturday morning, September 27^th & 28^th at UBC Robson Square. They are welcoming parents and professionals.

Visit their website for more information and to register, or join their FaceBook page.

ACT will be at the 6th Annual Vancouver Walk Now for Autism Speaks Sunday, September 29th at Lumberman’s Arch, in Stanley Park. (Fingers crossed for sunshine!) Come by our information table to catch up with our latest resources and pick up the new ACT event calendar and copies of our autism awareness materials. Don’t forget to go online and donate to any one of the dozens of terrific teams walking for autism research and services.