Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can be difficult to recognize and treat in individuals with social communication challenges. This workshop will discuss why trauma is often overlooked in Autistic individuals and how to enhance awareness of PTSD and support effective intervention.

AIDE and partners have created many toolkits, webinars and infographics covering a wide range of topics from education, to housing and beyond specifically for this territory, and have curated a list for ease of use, with links and descriptions.

The word media is used to describe the many different ways of communicating information to people in society. Examples of media are the internet, websites, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snap Chat, podcasts, music, television, the news, movies, magazines, radio, advertisements, and many more.

AIDE and partners have created many toolkits, webinars and infographics covering a wide range of topics from education, to housing and beyond specifically for this territory, and have curated a list for ease of use, with links and descriptions.

Being a caregiver of those with intellectual disabilities and/or those with developmental disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging. This toolkit is designed to provide families with strategies to help individuals navigate their needs and balance them with the needs of their loved one. There is a section just for sibling caregivers as well as activities to allow you to make plans for the future.

In this webinar we will be discussing the impact trauma has on individuals with neurodiverse needs and the developing brain.

This webinar is about understanding trauma. In this session Catherine Rahey discusses the definition of trauma, the types of trauma that exist and understanding how the brain and body respond to stress and trauma.

AIDE and partners have created many toolkits, webinars and infographics covering a wide range of topics for the autism and/or intellectual disability community. From education, to housing and beyond specifically for Ontario, it's here.

AIDE and partners have created many toolkits, webinars and infographics covering a wide range of topics from education, to housing and beyond specifically for this territory, and have curated a list for ease of use, with links and descriptions.

Sleeping issues are often reported among the developmental disability population and are particularly common in children and youth on the autism spectrum. This toolkit summarizes our current knowledge around sleep differences in individuals with developmental disabilities and provides an overview of evidence-based strategies that can be tried at home. There are also links to additional resources and questionnaires that can help you discuss these challenges with your child's medical team.

The FUN KIT is a toolkit on leisure participation to help children PLAY! It is a toolkit for families of children on the autism spectrum and/or children with an intellectual disability to use when thinking about leisure activities for their children. It provides strategies for identifying activities that your child will enjoy and tips on how to best support them if they need any accommodations. The FUN KIT also provides recommendations for finding online and in-person activities that include arts, camps, sports, and other life skills programs.

This video essay, created by a self-advocate on the autism spectrum, was created to help autistic adults in Saskatchewan to connect with others and expand their social circle through social programs and opportunities.

This infographic answers common questions about the federal Child Disability Benefit , including Who is eligible, what amount is available, and how to make sure you receive the benefit.

AIDE and partners have created many toolkits, webinars and infographics covering a wide range of topics from education, to housing and beyond specifically for this territory, and have curated a list for ease of use, with links and descriptions.

This easy to read resource talks about puberty and the changes that a person's body will go through as they become an adult. It is the first in a series on Healthy Relationships, sexuality and autism.

This Toolkit offers ideas and tips that may be useful for youth in high school. It addresses topics such as: making the most of high school, independence and organization, friendships, as well as other issues for teens such as smoking, vaping, drugs, alcohol and making good decisions. The Toolkit was written by Laura Beaune. Ms. Beaune is a social worker who has worked extensively with youth.

This Toolkit offers information that may be useful for teens. It addresses topics related to one’s physical development and health. Specific sections are titled: What is Puberty?; My Body, Sexual Health and Romantic Relationships; Personal Hygiene; Medication Management; Nutrition; Fitness; Fun; and Managing My Behaviour and Relationships. The Toolkit was written by Laura Beaune. Ms. Beaune is a social worker who has worked extensively with youth.

Autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disabilities often lack resources and support and a number of them will experience homelessness as adults. In this online course created by shelter and day program/drop-in centre workers and an autism specialist, we provide information on how to recognize and support those who struggle with verbal communication or may have sensory processing differences. There are scenarios at the end of the course to help prepare you for common situations and give you options to try when managing conflict between community members.

This series of infographics quickly lays out the education supports in each province and territory for students from kindergarten to grade 12. This resource was designed for students and parents who are looking for education supports specific to their region.

This series of infographics quickly lays out the education supports in each province and territory for students from kindergarten to grade 12. This resource was designed for students and parents who are looking for education supports specific to their region.