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If you know of a resource that would be useful to the community, please forward the information to Carla Jackson
If you know of a resource that would be useful to the community, please forward the information to Carla Jackson
| Advocacy | |||
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| The Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) is a community-based and self-directed not-for-profit group of people on the Autism Spectrum that gives people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Also known as people with ASD, autistic people, or people on the Autism Spectrum, and includes Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and other ASD diagnoses) an opportunity to discuss and learn about the issues, decisions, and practical day to day challenges that affect their lives, and the opportunity to support each other for greater overall success. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/15 | |||
| Advocacy , Carly's Voice , Carly Fleischmann | |||
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| One of the first books to explore firsthand the challenges of living with autism, Carly’s Voice brings readers inside a once-secret world in the company of an inspiring young woman who has found her voice and her mission. In this international bestseller, father and advocate for Autism awareness Arthur Fleischmann blends his daughter Carly’s own words with his story of getting to know his remarkable daughter—after years of believing that she was unable to understand or communicate with him | |||
| http://www.carlysvoice.com/home/ | |||
| Autism Nova Scotia | |||
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| Autism Nova Scotia strives to build community capacity to enhance understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of families and individuals living with ASD across the province. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/ | |||
| Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) , Autism Nova Scotia Webpage | |||
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| The Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) is a community-based and self-directed not-for-profit group of people on the Autism Spectrum that gives people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Also known as people with ASD, autistic people, or people on the Autism Spectrum, and includes Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and other ASD diagnoses) an opportunity to discuss and learn about the issues, decisions, and practical day to day challenges that affect their lives, and the opportunity to support each other for greater overall success. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/15 | |||
| Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) , Autism Nova Scotia Webpage | |||
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| Our activities include public policy advocacy, the development of Autistic cultural activities, and leadership training for autistic self-advocates. We provide information about autism, disability rights, and systems change to the public through a number of different educational, cultural, and advocacy related projects. | |||
| http://www.autisticadvocacy.org/about-asan/ | |||
| Autistics Aloud , Editor: Patricia George-Zwicker | |||
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| Autistics Aloud is a Quarterly Publication that gives its space to Autistics living in Nova Scotia, Canada as a means to share our stories and our unique way of experiencing the world around us. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/14 | |||
| Bereavement -NAS | |||
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| It can be difficult to discuss death and bereavement , and t help a child or adult to cope with a loss. | |||
| http://www.autism.org.uk/about/family-life/bereavement.aspx | |||
| Bereavement -NAS | |||
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| It can be difficult t discuss death and bereavement , and t help a child or adult with autism to cope with a loss | |||
| http://www.autism.org.uk/about/family-life/bereavement.aspx | |||
| Bereavement and Grief Resources | |||
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| A collection of articles exploring the effects of bereavement and grief on individuals with ASD. | |||
| http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/resources-library/bereavement-and-grief-resources | |||
| Coping with Death Center for Autism Research | |||
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| Coping with death can be particularly difficult for individual with ASD for many reasons. First , it means change and loss. | |||
| http://www.carautismroadmap.org/coping-with-death/ | |||
| Child Care Subsidy , Education and Early Childhood Development | |||
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| Child Care Subsidy , Education and Early Childhood Development Helps eligible families pay for childcare at licensed child care facilities or family home day cares administered by a family home day care agency.The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development provides subsidies to the childcare facility or family home day care agency on your behalf. The subsidy is attached to your child. If you move to another child care facility or family home day care, the subsidy goes with you. |
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| http://www.ednet.ns.ca/earlyyears/families/childcaresubsidy.shtml | |||
| 5 point scale | |||
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| The Incredible 5 Point Scale is away to help individuals understand how they might be feeling and when to start using calming techniques to avoid getting to a point of meltdown. It is very simple is structure and visually. It can be purchased through Autism Awareness Centre. | |||
| http://www.autismawarenesscentre.com/?post_type=any&s=incredible+5+point+scale&product-type | |||
| American Sign Language | |||
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| A brief introduction to American sign language and a list of resources to learn more. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4088 | |||
| Boardmaker® CD | |||
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| Boardmaker® lets you create valuable printed materials, like communication boards, sequences and schedules that are perfect for all of your students. Easy-to-use features let you design your own materials, with symbols supported in 44 languages, and choose the topics, symbols, labels, colors borders, languages and more – all designed to help your students reach classroom goals. | |||
| https://www.mayer-johnson.com/products/boardmaker-plus-v6-win | |||
| Pecs, Canada | |||
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| PECS begins by teaching an individual to give a picture of a desired item to a “communicative partner", who immediately honors the exchange as a request. The system goes on to teach how to find distinctive differences between pictures and how to put them together in sentences. In the more advanced phases, individuals are taught to answer questions and to comments. | |||
| http://www.pecs-canada.com/ | |||
| PECS - Helpful Handy Hints | |||
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| One page document with information on sensory overload and the impact on individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5108 | |||
| Pecs, Training Information | |||
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| This document provides a brief description of PECS ( Picture Exchange Communication System) and gives a link to where and when PECS training sessions are being offered. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4855 | |||
| Picture Exchange Communication System | |||
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| It is known that with autism, learning is easier when it is done visually. In PECS the child with autism will be able to initiate communication by handing out picture cards related to what he or she is thinking of. It could be a picture of bread, which would mean that the child is hungry or maybe a picture of a ball, which would convey play. | |||
| http://www.special-learning.com/article/picture_exchange_communication_system | |||
| Access 2 Entertainment Card | |||
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| The Access 2 Card provides persons with a disability a personalized card printed with their name and the card’s expiry date. When going to their attraction of choice, they simply need to present the card along with a piece of ID (not required for cardholders who are minors), and their attendant will receive a free ticket. The Access 2 card is accepted at entertainment venues across Canada. | |||
| http://easterseals.ca/english/access-2-card-program | |||
| Parking Permit Application | |||
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| Parking Permits (Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles), license plates or identification permits are available for vehicles regularly used for the transportation of persons with disabilities. | |||
| http://www.novascotia.ca/sns/rmv/licence/licr... | |||
| Transit Cape Breton -Handi Trans | |||
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| Provides an accessible, shared-ride to and door -to door public transportation service for people whose disability restricts them from using regular route service or other modes of transportation. | |||
| http://www.cbrm.ns.ca/transit-cape-breton-h... | |||
| Friendship Circle Online Resources , Friendship Circle | |||
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| Friendship Circle provides online resources to parents of children with special needs. As one of the world’s biggest special needs resource providers, we hope you will find guidance, support, and the products you need all in one place. | |||
| http://www.friendshipcircle.org/online/ | |||
| Snagglebox | |||
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| You've landed at Snagglebox, a place with autism information that's easy to understand in a space that's (hopefully) comfortable for everybody. No ads, no drama, no sensory overload. Various online resources and articles available here! | |||
| http://www.snagglebox.com/ | |||
| Special Needs Children , Very Well Family | |||
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| Raising and working with kids who have special needs requires patience and commitment. Learn more about medical and behavioral concerns and get the support you need. | |||
| http://www.verywellfamily.com/special-needs-4157329 | |||
| Why People With Asperger's Won't Shower: And Insight Into Other Hygiene Issues , Asperger Experts | |||
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| Online resource with reasons why an individual with Asperger might not shower or bathe. | |||
| https://www.aspergerexperts.com/hygiene/why-people-with-aspergers-wont-shower-and-other-hygiene-issues/ | |||
| Autism Canada | |||
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| Autism Canada is an online platform to exchange of information between individuals with ASD, families, professionals, researchers, governments and the public. Autism Canada actively encourages the sharing of best practices and programs, and advocates passionately for Canadians living with Autism. | |||
| https://autismcanada.org/#home-row-1 | |||
| Autism Society Canada | |||
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| Autism Society Canada works across the country to reduce the impact of ASDs on individuals and their families. We support universally accessible ASD treatment and services, as well as the implementation of national surveillance, and better funding for ASD research. These improvements will create better lives and opportunities for all Canadian children and adults affected by autism and Aspergers. Autism Society Canada (ASC) is a national incorporated non-profit charitable organization. It was founded in 1976 by a group of parents committed to advocacy, public education, information and referral, and support for its regional societies. |
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| https://autismcanada.org/about-us/one-strong-voice/autism-society-canada | |||
| Autism Speaks | |||
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| Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Their longtime friend Bernie Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization. Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We are proud of what we've been able to accomplish and look forward to continued successes in the years ahead. | |||
| http://www.autismspeaks.org/ | Contact : Contact : familyservices@autismspeaks.org | ||
| Geneva Centre for Autism | |||
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| All of our clinical services are supported by a multi-disciplinary team of trained, experienced and empathic professionals including speech-language pathologists, behaviour analysts, therapists, early childhood educators, occupational therapists, developmental paediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers. In addition, our staffing team is supported by a Professional Advisory Council which is composed of world-renowned clinicians, blending their expertise with ours. Consequently, Geneva Centre for Autism is able to provide the highest quality of clinical service to our clients. Geneva Centre for Autism offers comprehensive education and training services which enable parents and professionals to become effective interveners and advocates for people with ASD. | |||
| http://www.autism.net/ | Contact : Contact : info@autism.net | ||
| Tony Attwood | |||
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| Tony Attwood is well known for sharing his knowledge of Aspergers Syndrome. He has an Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Hull, Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Surrey and a PhD from the University of London. He is currently adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University in Queensland. Tony has written several publications on Asperger's Syndrome. His book, titled Aspergers Syndrome, has now been translated into several languages. |
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| http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/ | Contact : Contact : tony@tonyattwood.com.au | ||
| What a Meltdown Feels Like for Someone with Autism , Emma Dalmayne | |||
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| First voice perspective article that details what a meltdown might feel like to an autistic individual (a person with autism). This is a helpful resources to increase understanding of what a person might be going through, as well as a few tips on how to help de-escalate. | |||
| https://themighty.com/2015/04/what-an-autism-meltdown-feels-like/ | |||
| Diagnostic tests for women with autism fall short , Ann Griswold | |||
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| An article that looks at the gender gap for the diagnosis of Autism, as more males are diagnosed that females. Also addresses the age gap and access to support. | |||
| https://spectrumnews.org/news/diagnostic-tests-for-women-with-autism-fall-short/ | |||
| How do I prepare a girl with autism for menstruation , Maureen Bennie | |||
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| Getting your period is a tough topic for every parent/child to cope with, but introducing the topic of menstruation to girls on the autism spectrum can be a daunting task. Mothers worry about how their daughters will react to the event. Read here for information on things to consider when preparing your daughter for the topic of menstruation. | |||
| https://autismawarenesscentre.com/prepare-girl-autism-menstruation/ | |||
| Where Are All The Autistic Women And Girls? , Rose Troup Buchanan | |||
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| Online web article that shines light on the predominantly "male" diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and where women/girls fit in this widely accepted perception of ASD. | |||
| https://www.buzzfeed.com/rosebuchanan/where-are-all-the-autistic-women-and-girls?bffbuk&utm_term=.thy42OeX9#.dtDvLoBDM | |||
| EIBI Intensive FAQ | |||
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| This guide answers families frequently asked questions about the EIBI (Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention) program for young children with ASD in Nova Scotia. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4067 | |||
| Initiations and Interactions: Early Intervention Techniques for Children with ASD , Teresa Cardon | |||
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| Parents of children with a recent diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often feel overwhelmed, scared and anxious. Early intervention is the key to aid in the development of these children and for providing support for families dealing with a child’s social, communication, and behavioral problems. Lengthy waiting lists for services or a lack of full services in rural areas can leave parents feeling helpless and unable to meet their child’s needs. | |||
| http://autismawarenesscentre.com/initiations-interactions-early-intervention-techniques-children-autism-spectrum-disorders | |||
| Nova Scotia Early Childhood Development Intervention Services | |||
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| NS Early Childhood Development Intervention Services (ECDIS) provide province-wide specialized services to families of young children between birth and school entry, who either have a biological risk for or a diagnosis of, developmental delay. Consultation, information, support and services designed to meet the individual needs of each child and family are delivered in the child’s home and may extend to community based programs. Services emphasize the enhancement of skills and abilities through planned interactions to promote child development and family capacity. | |||
| https://www.nsecdis.ca/ | Contact : Contact : 1-844-292-6730 | ||
| CBU Inclusive , Cape Breton University | |||
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| CBU Inclusive is an inclusive post-secondary education program for students 18-24 with intellectual and developmental disabilities who wish to to continue and advance their education. | |||
| http://www.cbu.ca/jkc | Contact : inclusive@cbu.ca | ||
| Canada Student Loan | |||
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| This link provides step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a Canada Student Loan. | |||
| http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/loans/apply.shtml | Contact : 1-800-565-8420 | ||
| Post-Secondary Disability Services - Equipment & Services | |||
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| For those students who are ineligible for student loan dollars but do meet the Post-Secondary Disability Services (PSDS) criteria of being a Nova Scotia resident and a student with a permanent disability, PSDS may provide funding for your required equipment and services. | |||
| http://psds.ednet.ns.ca/equipment-access-program | |||
| Provincial Access Grant | |||
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| This grant provides students with disabilities with up to $2,000 per year if they are attending university and $1,000 per year if they are attending college. The grant may be paid in addition to student loan money or may be used to pay down the loan. | |||
| http://psds.ednet.ns.ca/provincial-access-grant | |||
| The Canada Student Grant for Services & Equipment for Students with Permanent Disabilities | |||
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| This grant is designed to help students overcome educational disability-related barriers that they may encounter while pursuing post-secondary training. It is a Canada Student Loans, Employment and Social Development Canada sponsored program. Eligible students may receive funding up to $8000 to cover the costs of needed goods and/or services that are directly related to overcoming the educational barriers that the disability may present. | |||
| http://psds.ednet.ns.ca/canada-student-grant | Contact : 902-424-0399 | ||
| Assistive Technology: Access to Learning , Nova Scotia Department of Education | |||
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| From the Supporting Student Success fact sheets. Assistive technology (AT) is a range of strategies and resources which include services and tools used to enable a student to meet learning outcomes or to improve or maintain a student's ability to meet outcomes. | |||
| https://studentservices.ednet.ns.ca/sites/default/files/assistive_technology_factsheet.pdf | |||
| Autism in High School | |||
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| This resource guide was created to help students with autism and their families navigate the transitions and challenges of high school. The guide is divided into common transition periods. In each section, you will find descriptions of common challenges, suggested questions to help you plan for supports, and external resources for further investigation. With generous funding from the Sifton Family Foundation, this website was developed as a joint initiative between Extend-A-Family, Waterloo Region Family Network, members of the former Autism Services Waterloo Region, the Waterloo Region District School Board, the Waterloo Catholic District School Board, and the University of Waterloo. | |||
| http://autisminhighschool.ca/ | |||
| Handy Handouts , Super Duper® Publications | |||
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| A variety of handouts that will absolutely come in handy for any teacher, parent or professional looking for a different tips and resources. | |||
| http://www.handyhandouts.com/ | |||
| Pre-Primary Fact Sheet , Education and Early Childhood Development | |||
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| For the first time, Nova Scotia families will have the option of accessing free, universal pre-primary education for four-year-olds. This is an investment in our youngest Nova Scotians that will help them transition more easily into their school years, and identify those who will need additional supports once they begin school a little earlier. The initial phase will see 50 classrooms in 43 schools across Nova Scotia. This fact sheet outlines eligibility criteria, the structure and how to register for pre-primary. |
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| https://www.ednet.ns.ca/sites/default/files/docs/fact_ | |||
| Transition planning for students with special needs: The early years through to adult life , Department of Education | |||
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| The purpose of this document is to explore transition planning for students with special needs. Transition planning is a component of individualized programming for students with special needs | |||
| http://www.studentservices.ednet.ns.ca/sites/default/pdf | |||
| You can Help Autistic Students learn by... , Michelle Sutton | |||
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| When we acknowledge the difficulty Autistic students can have negotiating classroom environments, it makes sense to look into ways of supporting them better. Here is a starting point to get you thinking about what you can do. | |||
| http://michellesuttonwrites.com/66-2/206-2/ | |||
| Breton Ability Centre , Carla Jackson | |||
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| “Breton Ability Centre in collaboration with the Department of Community Services, is partnering to offer a Person-Directed Planning Program to assist individuals with disabilities/mental health challenges and their families. Using a Person-Directed Approach we are hoping to have individuals realize their strengths and talents. Together we are hoping to facilitate the engagement of individuals in new opportunities for the future by connecting them and their supports with community connections and services.” | |||
| http://www.bretonability.ca | Contact : Emma McQuade | ||
| Adult Service Centres | |||
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| Adult Service Centers were established in Nova Scotia to provide community-based vocational programs for adults with disabilities. Currently, Adult Service Centres provide employment, skills training and day program opportunities for adults with disabilities in communities across Nova Scotia. | |||
| https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/AdultServiceCentres.html | |||
| Haley Street Adult Service Centre | |||
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| The services that Haley Street provides are the only type of its kind in the community. The Centre serves individuals who come with a very wide range of skill sets as well as people who have complicated and challenging support needs. The agency provides an opportunity for people to learn skills that will assist them along the continuum of independence. | |||
| http://haleystreet.ca | |||
| Horizon Acheivement Centre | |||
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| WELCOME to the Horizon Achievement Centre, a vocational training and employment service centre for adults with mental disabilities or those facing multiple barriers to employment, residing within the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. Our mandate is to promote and enhance the independence, choice and employability of those we serve. We accomplish this through training and employment opportunities in various on-site and off-site businesses, services and programs all designed to enhance individual growth, personal achievement and employment potential. |
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| https://www.horizon-ns.ca/ | |||
| Pathways to Employment | |||
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| Pathways to Employment is a not-for-profit social enterprise that offers individuals with mental illness find meaningful, supported employment through our social businesses. We also provide a variety of education & training programs to help participants prepare for employment. | |||
| https://www.pathwayscapebreton.com/ | |||
| Canada Learning Bonds | |||
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| Your child could be eligible to receive up to $2,000 in free money for their post-secondary education from the Canada Learning Bond (CLB). Families can register for the CLB if they have: - Children born on or after January 1, 2004. - Canadian residency or citizenship. - A net family income of $46,605 or less for a family with up to 3 children – if you have more than 3, visit the Canada Revenue Agency’s website to find your income limit. |
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| https://novascotiaclb.ca/ | |||
| Disability Support Program | |||
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| The Disability Support Program (DSP) serves children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities, long-term mental illness and physical disabilities in a range of community-based, residential and vocational/day programs. These are voluntary programs designed to support people at various stages of their development and independence. | |||
| https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/index.html | |||
| Disability Tax Credit | |||
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| The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit used to reduce income tax payable on the income tax and benefit return. A person with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions may claim the disability amount once they are eligible for the DTC. The purpose of the DTC is to provide for greater tax equity by allowing some relief for disability costs, since these are unavoidable additional expenses that other taxpayers don’t have to face. Being eligible for the DTC can open the door to other federal, provincial, or territorial programs such as the registered disability savings plan, the working income tax benefit, and the child disability benefit. | |||
| http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/sgmnts/dsblts/dtc/menu-eng.html | Contact : Contact : 1-800-959-8281 | ||
| How Do I Apply For Income Assistance? , Legal Aid Nova Scotia | |||
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| This helpful document provided by Legal Aid Nova Scotia addresses the follow questions and many more: What is Income Assistance in Nova Scotia? How Can I Get Income Assistance? Am I Eligible to Receive Income Assistance? What Steps Do I Take to Get Income Assistance? |
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| http://www.nslegalaid.ca/documents/00000434-documents.pdf | |||
| Sales Tax Assistance for Persons with Disabilities | |||
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| The Sales Tax Assistance for Persons with Disabilities (Nova Scotia Government) is a rebate on sales tax on vehicles and computers based on medical certification. | |||
| http://www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/access/business/tax-commission/hst-rebate.asp | Contact : Contact : 902-424-6300 | ||
| The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) | |||
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| he TFSA is a flexible, registered, general-purpose savings vehicle that allows Canadians to earn tax-free investment income to more easily meet lifetime savings needs. The TFSA complements existing registered savings plans like the Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) and the Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP). | |||
| https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/tax-free-savings-account.html | Contact : Contact : 613-369-3710 | ||
| Autism and Medication: Safe and Careful Use , Autism Speaks ATN/AIR-P | |||
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| Many children with Autism have to take medicine at some point during their childhood. Deciding to use medicine to treat children with autism is a difficult decision for most families. The Autism and Medication: Safe and Careful Use tool kit was created to help families work with their healthcare providers to make sure that when medicine is chosen as a form of treatment, it is taken safely and effectively. | |||
| https://www.autismspeaks.org/science/find-resources-programs/autism-treatment-network/tools-you-can-use/atn-air-p-autism-medication-safe-careful-use | |||
| Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) | |||
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| Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) for Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities offers financial assistance to homeowners and landlords to undertake accessibility work to modify dwellings occupied or intended for occupancy by low income persons with disabilities. | |||
| https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/ | Contact : Contact : 1-800-668-2642 | ||
| Community Health Teams , Nova Scotia Health Authority | |||
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| Community Health Teams , Nova Scotia Health Authority | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5148 | |||
| Dental | |||
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| Children with autism are likely to suffer many more oral health problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, and dental injury than children without autism. On top of that, sensory sensitivities also make effective oral hygiene routines and visits to the dentist challenging. We recently published an educational guide on dental care for children with autism. Please take a look https://www.byteme.com/community/resources/article/dental-care-children-with-autism-guide/ |
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| https://www.byteme.com/ | Contact : Edlin Valencia | ||
| Dentist Program | |||
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| he Mentally Challenged Program offers dental coverage for individuals with mental disabilities. To apply for this program the individual's dentist must fill out the Registration Form in the document. | |||
| https://www.nsdental.org/portals/0/Pdfs/DHW%20Dentists%20Guide%20January%202018.pdf | |||
| Exercise gives children with autism jump on social skills , Ann Griswold | |||
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| Article outlining how some studies are starting to show that exercise may be a critical component of autism therapy. | |||
| https://spectrumnews.org/news/exercise-gives-children-autism-jump-social-skills/ | |||
| Medical Services Insurance (MSI) | |||
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| Medical Services Insurance (MSI) (Nova Scotia Department of Health) checks for unusual expenses before obtaining services. | |||
| http://gov.ns.ca/health/msi/ | Contact : Contact : 1-800-563-8880 | ||
| Nova Scotia Provincial Health Plan Fact Sheet | |||
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| This fact sheet shows what your Medical Services Insurance (MSI) plan provides. | |||
| https://www.greatwestlife.com/content/dam/gwl/documents/NovaScotia-Provincial-Health-Plan-Fact-Sheet.pdf | |||
| Self-Funded Employer Tool Kit , Autism Speaks | |||
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| The Autism Speaks Self-Funded Employer Tool Kit is designed to help families approach their self-funded "ERISA" employers about adding benefits to the company health plan. | |||
| https://www.autismspeaks.org/advocacy/insurance/self-funded-employer-tool-kit | |||
| Access-a-Home Program | |||
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| The Access-a-Home Program (Nova Scotia Department of Community Services) provides funding assistance to offset the cost of adapting an existing home for wheelchair accessibility for a family member using a wheelchair for long term disability. Income tested. | |||
| https://housing.novascotia.ca/programs/housing-programs-persons-disabilities/access-home-program | Contact : Contact : 902-424-8445 | ||
| Alternative Family Support Program | |||
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| The Alternative Family Support Program (AFS) supports persons with disabilities in an approved, private family home. Support and supervision is provided for up to two individuals unrelated to the AFS provider. The program provides a family-like setting for individuals who may require varying levels of support and supervision, who may prefer living with a family, and who will benefit from the additional support a family environment can provide. | |||
| https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/AlternativeFamilySupport.html | Contact : Contact : (902) 424-6111 | ||
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| The Independent Living Support (ILS) Program provides up to 21 hours a week of supports and service to eligible individuals who are semi-independent and require minimum support in their own apartment or home. | |||
| https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/IndependentLiving.html | Contact : Contact : 902) 424-6111 | ||
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| The Disability Support Program (DSP) Program provides a continuum of residential support options for individuals with disabilities. These settings provide support and supervision in homes with four or more beds. The options for placement in any particular Home for Special Care are limited as to the level(s) of care/program they provide as per their licensed mandate under the Homes for Special Care Act. | |||
| http://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/HomesForSpecialCare.html | Contact : Contact : 902) 424-6111 | ||
| Autism in Education - Information Papers | |||
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| http://aie.apsea.ca/info-papers.html | |||
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| An online forum for information about Applied Behavioural Therapy | |||
| http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/07/behavior-management-101.html | |||
| Behaviour Management | |||
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| Tips on behaviour management strategies. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4769 | |||
| Behaviour Support Plan , Jamie Lynn Hill | |||
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4768 | |||
| Behaviourbabe - Caregiver's Corner , Amanda Kelly | |||
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| This site was created for multiple reasons: as an educational outlet and as a forum for parents and caregivers. | |||
| http://www.behaviorbabe.com/caregiverscorner.htm | |||
| Challenging Behaviors Tool Kit , Autism Speaks Canada | |||
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| Sometimes the difficulties of autism can lead to behaviors that are quite challenging for us to understand and address. Most individuals with autism will display challenging behaviors of some sort at some point in their lives. Autism Speaks has created this Challenging Behaviors Tool Kit to provide you with strategies and resources to address these behaviors, and to help support you and your loved one with autism during these difficult situations. | |||
| https://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/challenging-behaviors-tool-kit | |||
| Education and Behaviour , Education and Behaviour | |||
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| n this article you will find 15 supportive behaviour strategies for children on the autism spectrum (some strategies can be used with adults as well). Many of the strategies can also be used to help children without autism who have challenging behaviours. | |||
| http://www.educationandbehavior.com/ | |||
| Functions of Behaviour , Jamie Lynn Hill | |||
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| Behaviour is a form of communication. We want to figure out WHY the behaviour is happening, what is driving it to continue to exist. This helpful information form will tell you about the SEAT strategy. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4767 | |||
| Positive Behavioral Intervention & Support | |||
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| The Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports is established by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) to define, develop, implement, and evaluate a multi-tiered approach to Technical Assistance that improves the capacity of states, districts and schools to establish, scale-up and sustain the PBIS framework. Emphasis is given to the impact of implementing PBIS on the social, emotional and academic outcomes for students with disabilities. | |||
| http://www.pbis.org/ | |||
| Positive Behaviour Supports Corporation | |||
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| Resources such as Articles, Websites, Books, and Presentations on improving practices for individuals with disability. |
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| Advocacy , Carly's Voice , Carly Fleischmann | |||
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| One of the first books to explore firsthand the challenges of living with autism, Carly’s Voice brings readers inside a once-secret world in the company of an inspiring young woman who has found her voice and her mission. In this international bestseller, father and advocate for Autism awareness Arthur Fleischmann blends his daughter Carly’s own words with his story of getting to know his remarkable daughter—after years of believing that she was unable to understand or communicate with him | |||
| http://carlysvoice.com/home/ | |||
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| Autistics Aloud is a Quarterly Publication that gives its space to Autistics living in Nova Scotia, Canada as a means to share our stories and our unique way of experiencing the world around us. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/14 | Contact : Autistics Aloud , Editor: Patricia George-Zwicker | ||
| Advocacy | |||
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| The Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) is a community-based and self-directed not-for-profit group of people on the Autism Spectrum that gives people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Also known as people with ASD, autistic people, or people on the Autism Spectrum, and includes Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and other ASD diagnoses) an opportunity to discuss and learn about the issues, decisions, and practical day to day challenges that affect their lives, and the opportunity to support each other for greater overall success. http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/15 |
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| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/program/15 | Contact : Autistic Self-Advocacy Council of Nova Scotia (ASAC-NS) , Autism Nova Scotia Webpage | ||
| Autism Nova Scotia | |||
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| Autism Nova Scotia strives to build community capacity to enhance understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of families and individuals living with ASD across the province. | |||
| http://www.autismnovascotia.ca/ | Contact : Email: info@autismns.ca | ||
| Breton Ability Centre | |||
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| “Breton Ability Centre in collaboration with the Department of Community Services, is partnering to offer a Person-Directed Planning Program to assist individuals with disabilities/mental health challenges and their families. Using a Person-Directed Approach we are hoping to have individuals realize their strengths and talents. Together we are hoping to facilitate the engagement of individuals in new opportunities for the future by connecting them and their supports with community connections and services.” | |||
| http://www.bretonability.ca | Contact : Emma McQuade | ||
| Cape Breton Special Olympics | |||
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| We encourage you to discover more about how we are improving the lives of Nova Scotians with an intellectual disability – through sport. It is our hope that we are able to provide you with an overview of our mandate while answering any questions you may have relating to our organization. | |||
| https://specialolympicsns.ca/about-us/ | Contact : Tel: 902-217-3334 | ||
| Caregivers Nova Scotia | |||
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| Caregivers Nova Scotia is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing recognition and practical supports to friends and family giving care. Our focus is on the unpaid caregiver. All of our program and services are FREE. | |||
| http://www.CapeBreton@CaregiversNS.org | Contact : Maggie Roach- Ganaway | ||
| Highland Community Residential Services | |||
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| Highland Community Residential Services (HCRS) is dedicated to the creation and growth of homes, programs, and support networks with people who have intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges. Highland Community Residential Services (HCRS) exists to foster personal growth, independent living and a high quality of life for persons with a developmental disability and/or who are dealing with a mental health challenge. Our goal is to provide lifetime opportunities for individuals to live independently to the fullest extent of their ability within their community. |
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| https://www.hcrsweb.ca/ | Contact : Tel: (902) 752-1755 | ||
| Sensory | |||
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| Cineplex Entertainment in partnership with Autism Speaks Canada is delighted to present Sensory Friendly Screenings. This program provides a sensory friendly environment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or anyone for whom the environment is suitable and their families to view new release films in theatres across the country. These screenings are presented in a lights up, sound down environment. These screenings will take place approximately every 4-6 weeks on Saturday mornings at 10:30AM. Ticket price is the child admission price for any guests attending these screenings. Tickets will be available the Tuesday prior to the screening date. To confirm locations, please click your local theatre’s webpage to see Sensory Friendly showtimes. Please note that participating locations are subject to change due to the availability of films in markets. |
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| https://www.cineplex.com/Theatres/SensoryFriendly | Contact : Cineplex Cinemas | ||
| Yarmouth Association for Community Residential Options | |||
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| The Yarmouth Association for Community Residential Options (YACRO) was established in 1991. It is a not-for-profit agency that provides residential support for children and adults challenged with disabilities. The Agency exists to enhance each person’s potential to live, work and socialize within the community in the least restrictive, most inclusive manner. |
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| http://www.yacro.com/ | Contact : Tel: 902-742-9258 or Email: info@yacro.com | ||
| A Letter to the Family | |||
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| This is a letter from Autism Nova Scotia addressed to the families on the respite database. The letter explains how the database works, how the workers re processed and matched with families. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5284 | |||
| Continuing Care | |||
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| This is a diagram that outlines the process of applying for Continuing Care and provided by Nova Scotia Health Authority. Continuing Care is a division of the Nova Scotia Health Authority and is another method of potentially accessing respite support. |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4853 | |||
| Department of Community Services Mind Map | |||
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| This is a diagram to help navigate how to potentially access respite funds through the Department of Community Services. This document is a guideline and is subject to eligibility criteria imposed by the Nova Scotia Government. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4854 | |||
| Direct Family Support for Children | |||
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| This is a link to the Department of Community Services Disability Support Program website. Direct Family Support for Children (DFSC) and Enhanced Family Support for Children (EFSC) provide funding to enable families to support their child with a disability at home. DFSC and EFSC provide funding for the purchase of respite services to assist with scheduled breaks for family care givers. An enhanced funding component may be available for children and families who meet EFSC eligibility criteria. | |||
| http://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/DirectFamilySupportForChildren.html | |||
| Do's and Don'ts: Hiring a Respite Worker | |||
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| This document contains tips for families in regards to hiring a respite worker. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5281 | |||
| Flex Program | |||
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| This is a link to the Department of Community Services Disability Support Program website. The Flex program provides individualized funding to participants living at home with their families or who live independently with support from their families or personal support networks. | |||
| http://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/FlexProgram.html | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5284 | |||
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| The Access 2 Card provides persons with a disability a personalized card printed with their name and the card’s expiry date. When going to their attraction of choice, they simply need to present the card along with a piece of ID (not required for cardholders who are minors), and their attendant will receive a free ticket. The Access 2 card is accepted at entertainment venues across Canada. | |||
| http://easterseals.ca/english/access-2-card-program/ | Contact : Contact : 1-877-376-6362 | ||
| Interview Tips & Questions | |||
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| This document provides families with sample questions to ask potential respite workers during an interview. It also discusses appropriate questions to ask respite workers' references. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5199 | |||
| Managing a Respite Worker | |||
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| This document contains reminders for families who are managing respite workers. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5282 | |||
| Medical/Medication Tracking Form | |||
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| This form is helpful for workers to get to know the specific medical needs of the individual they are providing respite for. It can also provide a quick resource if the worker needs to administer medication for the individual while while providing out-of-home respite, away from the caregiver | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4849 | |||
| Nova Scotia Respite Guide | |||
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| This guide is for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses who are thinking about adding respite into their lives. The guide is available to provide information on various respite opportunities in Nova Scotia. Not all of the information in this guide will apply to each family. | |||
| https://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5406 | |||
| Nova Scotia’s Guide to Disaster Preparedness: Tips for Persons with Disabilities and Seniors with Special Needs | |||
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| This guide provides general emergency preparedness information along with a range of specific tips for seniors or individuals with a disability or mobility issues that need to be considered when preparing for an emergency or disaster. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/2447 | |||
| Respite Care in Canada | |||
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| Respite Care in Canada is a handbook that defines respite care in Canada, its benefits, barriers, funding, technology, and offers analysis and recommendations. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/2413 | |||
| Respite Contract | |||
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| This is a sample of respite contract to use with respite workers you hire, or use it at as a template and add your own information. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4838 | |||
| Respite Database Caregiver Information Page | |||
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| One page overview to provide caregivers with helpful tips to navigate the database. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5075 | |||
| Respiteservices Family Information Package | |||
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| This package, developed by respiteservices.com, contains general information to assist families in managing their profile and provides things to consider when recruiting, interviewing, and interacting with Respite Workers. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5279 | |||
| Statement of Confidentaility | |||
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| This is a document that both families and workers can sign at the beginning of the respite relationship to ensure that makes sure confidentiality is not breached on either side. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4845 | |||
| T2125 Tax Form | |||
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| This tax form can be used by workers to claim the income they earn from families for providing respite care. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4083 | |||
| The Caregiver's Handbook | |||
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| The Caregiver's Handbook further enhances the rewarding aspects of caregiving by helping families to manage some of its challenges and demands. The Handbook is full of many useful tools, tips, and resources intended to help and support caregivers. | |||
| http://caregiversns.org/images/uploads/Caregivers_Handbook_FINAL_March_2014_(1_pps).pdf | |||
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| This document can be given to workers if you require them to use their vehicle when providing respite care. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4850 | |||
| Why Have an Interview | |||
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| This documents outlines the importance of interviewing a potential respite worker. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5283 | |||
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| The Access 2 Card provides persons with a disability a personalized card printed with their name and the card’s expiry date. When going to their attraction of choice, they simply need to present the card along with a piece of ID (not required for cardholders who are minors), and their attendant will receive a free ticket. The Access 2 card is accepted at entertainment venues across Canada. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4092 | |||
| Accessible Nova Scotia Vacation ideas | |||
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| This tip provides links to accessible vacation spots around the province. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4093 | |||
| Back To School | |||
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| This article is meant as a resource list of documents or articles you might need to read over as your child enters or returns to the school system. There are a lot of resources listed here, and you will probably not need them all, so focus on the items that are meaningful and important to you. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4094 | |||
| Choosing a Summer Camp Program | |||
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| If you are considering a summer camp program for your child this summer. There may be several options open to you, e.g., a local community/recreation day camp, a disability specific special needs camp, or a sleep-away camp outside of your community. What are the pros and cons of each? This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4095 | |||
| Communication Tips for Managing Transitions Within Routines | |||
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| Transition time can bring forth anxiety and concern, for both parent and child, as the term “transition” invariably means change is on its way. Anger, anxiety, sadness, and/or stress may accompany the response parents receive from your child when you are communicating about change in routine, environment or activity. This tip reviews the theme of communication and transitions. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4110 | |||
| Communication Tips for Managing Unpredicted Changes in Rotine | |||
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| Transition time can bring forth anxiety and concern, for both parent and child, as the term “transition” invariably means change is on its way. Anger, anxiety, sadness, and/or stress may accompany the response parents receive from your child when you are communicating about change in routine, environment or activity. This tip reviews the theme of communication and transitions. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4111 | |||
| Desperately Needed: Respite | |||
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| This is a blog from the Autism Awareness Centre Inc. that speaks about the need of respite and how to prepare for respite care. | |||
| https://autismawarenesscentre.com/desperately-needed-respite/ | |||
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| The Direct Family Support (DFS) program provides supports and services, including Enhanced Family Support (EFS), to both children and adults with disabilities who live at home with their families. The intent of the program is to support and provide funding to eligible families to enable them to support their family member with a disability at home. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4096 | |||
| Disaster Preparedness | |||
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| This tip offers suggestions for individuals with special needs and their families to prepare for an emergency. There are also several good resources and websites listed. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4097 | |||
| Estate Planning and Wills | |||
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| This tip provides information and answers frequently asked questions regarding wills and trusts. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4098 | |||
| Family Vacations and Resorts Which Provide Respite | |||
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| This tip looks at some different options for vacations at resorts or attractions which offer accommodations to the disabled community. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4112 | |||
| Homework Tips for Students with Special Needs | |||
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| This tip provides parents with strategies to assist students with special needs successfully complete homework assignments. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4099 | |||
| I Don't Qualify for Direct Family Support: What do I do Now | |||
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| So you have gone through Nova Scotia Community Services’ application and assessment process for Direct Family Support (DFS) and were told that your family did not qualify for the program. What should you do now? Here are some suggestions that you might try. |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4113 | |||
| Legal Guardianship | |||
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| This tip provides general information and answers for frequently asked questions regarding legal guardianship. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4100 | |||
| March Break | |||
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| This tip provides suggestions for activities to do on March Break. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4101 | |||
| Out-Of-Home Respite | |||
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| One form of respite is a weekend away (or longer) for a child or adult with disabilities to spend with a respite provider. This tip includes information respite apartments and facilities in Nova Scotia that welcome people with disabilities and create opportunities for them to have a short-term stay in an out-of-home setting. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4102 | |||
| Planes, Trains, and Ferries | |||
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| raveling with a child or adult with special needs can sometimes be a challenging experience.This tip provides information on the accommodations that different companies such as Air Canada, Bay Ferries, and VIA Rail offer to attempt to make travelling easier, safer, and more accessible for persons with special needs and their families? This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4103 | |||
| Sibling Support | |||
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| his tip includes strategies for families to support siblings of individuals with disabilities. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4108 | |||
| Tips and Information | |||
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| This document provides parents with general knowledge relating to respite care. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/2449 | |||
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| The Access 2 Card provides persons with a disability a personalized card printed with their name and the card’s expiry date. When going to their attraction of choice, they simply need to present the card along with a piece of ID (not required for cardholders who are minors), and their attendant will receive a free ticket. The Access 2 card is accepted at entertainment venues across Canada. | |||
| http://easterseals.ca/english/access-2-card-program/ | |||
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| This fact sheet provinces information for Nova Scotia's Adult Protection Services as governed by the Adult Protection Act. This legislation, along with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, guides all aspects of Adult Protection Service delivery. |
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| https://novascotia.ca/dhw/ccs/FactSheets/Protecting_Vulneable_Adults_Fact_Sheet_ENGLISH.pdf | |||
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| The All About Me can be helpful for workers to get to know the individual they are providing respite for. If the family is comfortable filling it out, it can also be used as a quick resource for when workers are providing out-of-home respite, away from the caregiver. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4839 | |||
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| A brief introduction to American sign language and a list of resources to learn more. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4088 | |||
| Autism Know How Strategies | |||
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| This document provides respite workers with strategies they can use t better communicate with individuals on the autism spectrum. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4085 | |||
| Barriers to Learning , Michelle Sutton | |||
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| One page document that outlines barriers to learning for individuals with Autism in a classroom setting. This information can be applied outside of the classroom in everyday life | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4844 | |||
| Child Abuse Reporting | |||
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| To report suspected child abuse or neglect: Everyone has the duty to immediately report even a suspicion that a child may be in need of protective services. This document outlines what should be reporting and includes the form to report the suspected abuse. |
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| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5409 | |||
| Individualized Autism Know How Form | |||
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| Workers can have families fill out this form which provides specific information about the individuals routines, interests, habits and effective communication strategies. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4086 | |||
| Interview Questions | |||
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| A sample of some of the questions that families may ask workers during the interview. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/4087 | |||
| Nova Scotia Respite Guide | |||
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| This guide is for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses who are thinking about adding respite into their lives. The guide is available to provide information on various respite opportunities in Nova Scotia. Not all of the information in this guide will apply to each family. | |||
| https://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/5406 | |||
| Resource Activity Guide | |||
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| The Resource Activity Guide provides workers with ideas for activities for when they are providing respite. | |||
| http://www.respiteservices.com/app/media/2409 | |||
| Calmwear | |||
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| CalmWear was created as a way to provide the wearer with the calming effects of a deep pressure hug, 24 hrs a day! It has ability to calm the sensory system down, and allow the wearer to focus and thrive. | |||
| http://calmwear-ca.myshopify.com/ | |||
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