Compass Psychology

CBC is investigating the experience of families on waitlists for the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program as well as families benefiting from FSCD supports here in Alberta.

This is an important opportunity to help build a clearer picture of how access to supports and barriers to access are affecting families, and to ensure these experiences are better understood.

If you are interested in sharing your experience with the CBC, we would encourage you to fill out the CBC's short survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmMs0MBp0c2YLv2hnF-qhFIZ48RmCbYDLFh98z1lYkDYZSMg/viewform?usp=header

In our next Women's Group, we will be discussing various aspects of different types of relationships, such as:
💛 Family relationships
💛 Workplace relationships
💛 Romantic relationships
💛 Friendships and making friends
💛 And more!

Join us: Thursday, May 7
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

Over 18, Autistic and neurodivergent folks who identify as women or who connect with experiences of women, non-binary, and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions are welcome.

This is intended to be a supportive, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas, lived experiences and connect meaningfully with others. Boundaries exist to ensure participants can share openly without explanation, justification or judgement.

Visit our website to learn more and register, if desired: https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/womens-group-peer-support-for-18-3/

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NEW LEARNING SESSION!

Autism 101
April 1st
11:30 am to 1 pm

This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Autism 101 provides a foundational introduction to autism and neurodiversity. This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Participants will gain a basic understanding of:
• What autism is and common characteristics of autism
• How autistic individuals may experience and process sensory information
• Why communication and interaction may differ
• How visual supports can help with understanding and communication
• Practical ways to support autistic individuals in everyday settings

This session is ideal for parents, educators, service providers, employers, and community members who want to build a stronger understanding of autism and learn simple ways to create more supportive and inclusive environments. This is also an excellent session for recently diagnosed autistic individuals (or people who suspect they are).

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/autism-101-understanding-autism-and-neurodiversity-tickets-1985525553379?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

The experiences of Autistic and neurodivergent women are unique in that many women are misdiagnosed or missed entirely through the diagnostic process until later in life.

We’re thrilled to offer a new group opportunity designed specifically for Autistic and neurodivergent adults (18+) who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood.*

Together, we'll explore:
➡️ Autism and gender differences
➡️ How these things affect presentation, diagnosis, and stereotypes, and
➡️ How we can remove barriers and stereotypes.

Join us:
Tuesday, March 17
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

Please note: this is not intended to be a therapy group, but rather, a supportive, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas, lived experiences, and connect meaningfully with others.

*Participants who are non-binary and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions are welcome. Our intention is that this is a safe space where attendees are able to share openly without explanation, justification, or judgement.

Visit our website to learn more: https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/womens-group-peer-support-for-18/