I am very excited to offer a series of virtual workshops designed for families, caregivers, and educators of autistic children. Each one- or two-hour evidence-based workshop provides practical insights and strategies for supporting autistic children and their families. The accompanying handouts and resources are available in English and Spanish. After completing the workshop, attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion.
AUTISM IS…? WORKSHOP SERIES
The two-hour Autism Is…? workshops, based on the Autism Is…? series of children’s books, cover the basics of autism, safety considerations, behavior management, school rules, social skills, and friendships.
WORKSHOP 1 Autism Is…? After the Diagnosis: The Basics
- Understand autism and its impact on your child or student.
- Learn basic strategies and resources to provide effective support.
WORKSHOP 2 Danger Is…? Staying Two Steps Ahead: Safety Considerations for Caregivers
- Explore safety challenges unique to autistic individuals.
- Discover proactive measures to ensure safety at home and in the community.
WORKSHOP 3 Feelings Are…? Behavior Is Communication
- Decode common behaviors as forms of communication.
- Acquire techniques to manage behaviors and teach emotional expression.
WORKSHOP 4 School Rules Are…? Getting Ready for Inclusion
- Prepare your child or student for a successful school experience.
- Develop effective communication with school staff and create supportive environments.
WORKSHOP 5 Manners Are…? Open the Door for Social Skills
- Address challenges in learning social skills.
- Implement strategies to teach appropriate social interactions.
WORKSHOP 6 Friends Are…? Building Relationships: What Are Fantastic Friends
- Support autistic children in forming meaningful friendships.
- Learn to handle bullying and foster positive peer relationships.
AUTISM ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET WORKSHOP SERIES
The two-hour Autism on a Shoestring Budget workshops, inspired by the Autism on a Shoestring Budget: The Importance of Early Intervention book based on my experiences raising my autistic grandson, cover the importance of Early Intervention, Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sensory Hypersensitivity, picky eating, and toilet training.
WORKSHOP 1 Early Intervention Made Easier
- Discover affordable early intervention strategies to improve outcomes.
- Learn to maximize resources for meaningful developmental progress.
WORKSHOP 2 Answers to Frequently Asked Autism Questions
- Get clear answers to common questions about autism.
- Explore practical advice for navigating everyday challenges.
WORKSHOP 3 Autism and Sensory Hypersensitivity
- Understand the relationship between autism and sensory hypersensitivity.
- Discover strategies to support sensory needs in daily life.
WORKSHOP 4 Autism and Picky Eating
- Explore the connection between autism and picky eating behaviors.
- Learn practical techniques to address mealtime challenges.
WORKSHOP 5 Autism and Toilet Training
- Understand common challenges and strategies for toilet training.
- Gain tools to promote independence and patience during this process.
OTHER AUTISM WORKSHOPS
The following one-hour workshops cover training for medical staff in promoting autism-friendly medical facilities, autism training for law enforcement, and basic autism training for care providers and caseworkers.
WORKSHOP 1 Autism-Friendly Medical Facilities
- Understand the challenges autistic individuals and their parents/caregivers face during medical visits.
- Learn basic strategies to accommodate the special needs of young autistic patients
WORKSHOP 2 Autism and Law Enforcement
- Understand the common concerns of parents and caregivers of autistic children.
- Learn what first responders can do to respond effectively to autistic individuals.
WORKSHOP 3 Autism 101 for Care Providers and Caseworkers
- Understand autism and how it affects individuals and their parents and caregivers.
- Learn what care providers and caseworkers can do to respond effectively to autistic individuals.
All workshops are conducted via Zoom, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home or workplace. For more information and pricing, and to book a workshop, contact Ymkje Wideman at autismisbooks@gmail.com.