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This session is ideal for anyone interested in signing up for training with us, taking one of our courses or just learning more about our AUsome work! When: Tues 21st Feb at 7-8pm OR Wed 22nd Feb at 10-11am GMT Irish Time Where: FREE Live Webinar delivered through Zoom -
Join Lila on Wed Nov 13th, 7pm Irish/ UK time This is a live event, it will not be recorded This is a free event but you need to book your place in order to receive the zoom meeting link This event is open to all of out Directory Members ( anyone who has completed training in Cothu, Dawn, Leanbh and Get Konnected) -
Your Friend tells you they're Autistic. What do you say? How do you respond? Send them an AUsome Congratulations card! Join in our Autistic Pride and send a positive message to someone today A6 card and envelope shipped worldwide for just €4.95 including postage -
Your Friend tells you their child is Autistic. What do you say? How do you respond? Send them an AUsome Congratulations card! Join in our Autistic Pride and send a positive message to someone today A6 card and envelope shipped worldwide for €4.95 including postage. -
This is a PDf download version of Viv Dawes' wonderful workbook This book is designed to be used by Autistic and other neurodivergent adults who may be experiencing burnout or want to learn more about it. (Parents of autistic children/young people and professionals may also find it helpful but the parents workbook may be more appropriate for you). This book will to help you understand autistic burnout and learn about signs, causes, triggers, prevention and how to heal. -
By Scott Neilson and Laura Hellfeld
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By Scott Neilson and Laura Hellfeld
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This is a PDf download version of Viv Dawes' wonderful workbook When your child or teenager is identified or diagnosed as autistic, it can be a confusing time for parents. There is often very little advice given and what advice there is can be based on the deficit medical model. This book is the book I wish I had been given when my son was identified - it would have been so helpful. -
Where?: Zoom When?: Thursday 21st November 7-8.30pm Irish Standard Time Cost: €10 Recording Included? Yes, if you can't make the webinar live you'll be sent the recording -
This is a PDf download version of Viv Dawes' wonderful workbook Autistic burnout is currently a hot topic in the neurodivergent community and so it should be, because so many professionals are still unaware and ill-informed about something that can devastate the lives of those experiencing it. Many autistic children and young people, especially teenagers in secondary school, are crashing due to being burnt out. Why are so many autistic children and young people experiencing burnout and what can parents do when their child is suffering. This book will to help you understand autistic burnout and learn about signs, causes, triggers, prevention and how to heal. -
This activity book is the second in a series of 3 activity books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 6 onwards. What topics do we look at in this book?- Trying New Things
- Joining In
- Conversations
- Mixed Messages
- My Feelings
- Friendship
- Teamwork
- Vocal Volume
- Standing up for Myself
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This activity book is the third in a series of 3 activity books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 8 onwards. However it is advisable to use book and 1 and 2 before moving onto this book, no matter what age your child is as they lay the foundations for book 3. What topics do we look at in this book?- Sarcasm
- Perspectives
- Persuasive language
- Inflection
- Tone
- Figurative language
- Metaphors
- Exaggerations
- Emphasis
- Joining in
- Conversations
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Join Katie Munday (they/them) a queer Autistic researcher, writer, and trainer in a session on Autistic experiences of sexuality Topics covered: Interoception Sensory intergration Co-occuring chronic illnesses Alexithymia and communication differences Plus, they look at Autistic experiences of kink and BDSM, masturbation and sex work. This course is for anybody who is interested in learning more about Autistic sexuality. Course length: 1 hour 52 mins Receive a certificate on completion of this course! -
Join Scott Neilson (he/him) in a session on Exploring Autistic Empathy! Topics Covered: Myths and outdated theories around Autistic Empathy How Autistic people express empathy Autistic-led research on Autistic Empathy This session is aimed at Autistic people, families and anyone who supports Autistic people to get a better understanding of how empathy is expressed by our community Course length: 1 hour 25mins Receive a cert on completion of this course! -
Join Scott Neilson (he/him) in a session on Autistic Joy and Passionate Interests! Topics Covered: Why passionate interests are so important to Autistic people Positive implications our interests they have for our wellbeing Autistic joy Interest-led learning Where interests can lead to for Autistic people This session is aimed at Autistic people, as well as families and professionals who want to understand the importance of our interests. Course length: 1 hour 13 mins Receive a certificate on completion of this course! -
What are visual supports for autistic people, how might they help, and how can I make some? If you’ve ever wondered these questions (or more!) about tangible or digital items such as picture schedules, first-then displays, or step-by-step instructions for autistics of all ages, this webinar is for you! Appropriate for autistic/similar viewers as well as support people such as families, teachers, and assistants! -
This pre-recorded webinar discusses the struggles of autistic people around setting boundaries and the beliefs that can often result from that struggle, among other topics. This course is ideal for Autistic adults, families and those who work with or support us. -
Join Scott Neilson (he/him) in a course on Nurturing Autistic Identity! Topics Covered: Cultivating a positive Autistic identity Self-expression Autonomy and self-advocacy Self-compassion Autistic pride Length: 1 hour 57 mins Receive a certificate on completion of this course! -
This pre-recorded webinar discusses the stages of gestalt language acquisition and provides practical advice for supporters to honour and nurture the gestalt language of Autistic children or adults. This course is ideal for Autistic adults, families and those who work with or support us. Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
A ground-breaking webinar on the history of Autistic people. Ideal for Autistic adults, parents, those who work with us and anyone with an interest in the history of the Autistic community. -
This is the first in a series of 3 social skills books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 4 onwards. It offers ways to self advocate. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us. Many social skills program unfortunately encourage children to mask , which in turn leads to poor mental health. This book is a celebration of our way of communicating and an introduction to non-autistic communication. It encourages positive identity and self confidence. What topics do we cover?- Worry Words
- Things to talk about
- Body Language
- Reading Facial Expressions
- Direct Speech v Indirect Speech
- My Feelings
- Mixed Messages
- Tone of Voice
- Making Friends
- Conversations
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This is a beautiful digital book with heartfelt and positive messages for Autistic kids and teens aged 9 to 15 years , or thereabouts. It teaches them about consent, personal space, and how to advocate for their needs. It breaks down the differences between Autistic Culture and the social hierarchy in a very friendly way for young readers. Once you make your purchase you'll get an automated email to download your book. Please keep an eye on your spam folder as emails can end up there sometimes. -
This is a beautiful digital book with heartfelt and positive messages for Autistic kids and teens aged 9 to 15 years , or thereabouts. It teaches them about consent, personal space, and how to advocate for their needs. Recommended by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective International as a perfect alternative to Social Skills Training. It breaks down the differences between Autistic Culture and the social hierarchy in a very friendly way for young readers. Once you make your purchase you'll get an automated email to download your book. Please keep an eye on your spam folder as emails can end up there sometimes. -
This beautiful book is the newest in our series of empowering books for Neurodivergent kids and teens Ideal for parents or professionals working with Autistic children and teens looking for Neurodiversity- affirming ways to explore diagnoses or identity. “What matters most is what we think and feel about ourselves. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship or friendship you will ever have.” Evaleen
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