Halifax Autism & Developmental Support Services

09/12/2020

Hello Halifax, we are taking a moment to share an awesome new initiative by Halifax local, Monica Peters. Check out her page, Lifespan Learning, and watch for upcoming webinars!

11/07/2019

Amazing new program through Autism Nova Scotia, spread the word!

Attention Parents: QuickStart Nova Scotia is looking for participants!

What is QuickStart?
• One-on-one parent-mediated coaching program, delivered at no cost to families
• Weekly meetings with Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, and/or Parent Coaches
• 19-week program

Where is the program delivered?
• Delivered in HRM only for pilot year
• Offered in community settings as well as home-based

Eligibility for this program:
(1) Child must have a suspected, provisional, or confirmed diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder; (2) Child must be between the ages of 12 and 31 months at the start of the program; (3) Participants must make a minimum commitment of one immediate caregiver to be in attendance for the course of the program; (4) Participants must reside in the Halifax Regional Municipality; and (5) Participants cannot be enrolled in more than 10 hours per week of services elsewhere.

Please connect with Sam Herberman (QuickStart Supervisor) at [email protected] for more information.

11/12/2017

Hello Halifax! We would like to take a moment to let you know that HADSS is not currently accepting new clients. We have been very fortunate to have met so many wonderful families, professionals, advocates and supporters of increased access to supports in the HRM. Thank you all for everything. If you are seeking ABA services we encourage you to check the site ABA Halifax; there you will find information on local practitioners, and you can contact them in order to find out who is currently accepting clients.

Learn more about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and find a Board Certificed Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the Halifax region (HRM).

09/01/2017

Happy New Year, Halifax!
HADSS is urgently seeking new staff for clients in various locations around the HRM. Experience with children, ABA, Natural Environment Teaching and PRT (pivotal response) strategies preferred but not required. Energy, enthusiasm and a desire to support individuals with learning differences in gaining communication, social, recreational and daily living skills a must!

Immediate openings are listed below, with opportunities for additional hours possible if desired. Send your resume to [email protected] if you are interested in any of these positions and would like to talk to a member of our team!

4-5 hours per week, one hour per day, Armdale area

6 hours per week, 2 afternoons a week, rotating schedule Monday/Tuesday then Wednesday/Thursday, Lawrencetown area

7.5 hours per week, 1.5 hours per day, 4 mornings 1 late afternoon, downtown area

2-4 hours per week, 2 afternoons per week, beaverbank area

2 hours per week, 1 afternoon per week, Eastern Passage area

Hope to hear from some of you soon!
*All chosen candidates will need to provide Criminal Record, Child Abuse registry, and vulnerable sectors check, as well as a minimum of three references*

06/09/2016

One delicious restaurant teaming up with one incredible community organization for a night of fun and food! Check it out! September 9th at The Middle Spoon Bedford

07/07/2016

Chris Ulmer is helping spearhead a worldwide acceptance movement and is going to be in Nova Scotia from July 7-9! He's looking for families with children with ASD to interview while he's here, so if you'd like to be interviewed please contact him at [email protected].

He's also giving a presentation for parents and volunteers at Hinchinbrook Farm on July 8 and 9 at 8:30 p.m. There are still a few spots left, so if you'd like to register for that you can do so here (it's bring your own chair): http://hinchinbrookfarm.com/chris-ulmer-presentation-for-p…/

If you're not familiar with Chris's work, check out this video where he explains "high functioning" and "low functioning" autism.

Thanks to Autism NS for letting us know about this great event!

06/06/2016

Please check out the link for this study and consider participating. The first step to creating public services that functional and accessible for all is sharing our experiences!

01/06/2016

Have you heard? At the national convention the Liberal party of Canada passed a policy resolution moving that federal health act be changed to include funding and providing of ABA to individuals with Autism. This is amazing news, but it's just the first step. Contact your MP and encourage them to bring this as a bill to the Hosue of Commons.

WHEREAS the rate of autism spectrum disorder (“ASD”) among Canadian children is 1 in 68 and rising; WHEREAS Canada’s health care system currently excludes from coverage the recognized, science-based treatment for ASD called Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), despite the incidence of this neurologic...

28/05/2016

It's time Canada. https://t.co/Dy3ptdj3ml

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01/04/2016

ABA + playdough = match made in heaven! Requesting, labeling, following directions, imitation, pretend play, fine motor all in a format that's fun for our client! Love to see the engagement and communication happening!Wonderful session with a delightful kiddo! Chicken nuggets and fries anyone?

01/04/2016

We are two days away from Autism Awareness & Acceptance Day and an amazing event - IDEAS for Autism - bringing together parents, families, educators and community support services to meet and share knowledge, support and resources. Hosted at Armbrae Academy from 1-3pm on Saturday. All welcome! See poster in comments for full details!

31/03/2016

We are seeking a tutor for an early elementary student, several hours per week in the Clayton Park area. Experience teaching required, experience with gifted & talented populations and/or ASD preferred. If this is you please contact us ASAP!