The movie this month is the animated film “The Mitchells Vs. The Machines” Young Kate Mitchell embarks on a road trip with her proud parents, younger brother and beloved dog to start her first year at film school. But their plans to bond as a family soon get interrupted when the world's electronic devices come to life to stage an uprising. With help from two friendly robots, the Mitchells must now come together to save one another -- and the…
Social Competency – More than Social Skills We largely take for granted what most of us can intuitively learn to do—socially attend, interpret, problem solve, and respond within different aspects of the social world quickly and efficiently across all environments, including one’s home, classroom, and broader community. Rather than assign blame when a person struggles to make sense of the complexities within this world, for more than 25 years the developmental Social Thinking® Methodology has sought to continually evolve and…
See upcoming Weird and Wonderful Meetup activities here. On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 : Board Games & Card Games Night: Employing Unique Talents On Wednesday, March 23, 2022 : Bowling For The Unique @ REVS Entertainment Centre On Saturday, April 2, 2022 : New Brighton Park walk (Weather Dependent) On Sunday, April 10, 2022 : Lynn Valley Canyon Weird and Wonderful Walkabout On Wednesday, April 13, 2022 : Board Games & Card Games Night: Employing Unique Talents On Wednesday, April…
This is a monthly online conversation group for ASD adults, 18+ years old. Many autistic people have spent much of their lives feeling “different”. This group is an opportunity to explore & build common bonds. It is an evening to share our past experiences & present realities – similar or different, and to celebrate our uniqueness together as we build strength & resilience for our futures. Hosted by Julia Mitchell, ASD adult, empathetic listener & curious about autism & autistic…
Are you feeling isolated or burned out? Are you interested in meeting to exchange ideas & experiences? You are not alone! Join us! Topic: Communication With us and how our adult kids engage with others.
Are you feeling isolated or burned out? Are you interested in meeting to exchange ideas & experiences? You are not alone! Join us for a River Walk! Meet at Romer’s Burger Bar, 8683 Kerr St, Vancouver Topic : Communication With us and how our adult kids engage with others.
Movie Night Winter 2022! Not one, but two! Tron & Tron: Legacy Watch free, in advance, on Disney Plus Tron is a 1982 American science fiction action-adventure film written and directed by Steven Lisberger. The film stars Jeff Bridges as Kevin Flynn, a computer programmer and video game developer who is transported inside the software world of a mainframe computer where he interacts with programs in his attempt to escape. Tron: Legacy is a sequel to the 1982 film Tron, also directed by Steven Lisberger. Again, Jeff Bridges and Bruce Boxleitner return to reprise their roles as…
Kris Hildebrand, an award-winning coach of Exceleration & Multisport clubs, will work with you, whatever your current level of fitness. The aim of this program is to get you moving, and to have fun. Set yourself the achievable goal of completing this 11-week program! What: An 11-week Fitness Training Where: 700 Templeton Dr, Vancouver When: Sundays, 3-4pm, Apr 3 – Jun 26, 2022, (no class Apr 17 or Jun 19) Cost: $100, $50 bonus for completing 10/11 sessions- Don’t come…
EXPERT: Sharon Saline, Psy.D. DATE & TIME: Wednesday, April 6 @ 1pm U.S. Eastern Time (12pm CT; 11am MT; 10am PT) | Find it in your time zone > This webinar will be recorded. Register now and we'll reserve you a spot (even if you can't attend live) AND email you the replay link » Many adults with ADHD struggle with fears of embarrassment, rejection, or criticism and hold back from participating in the relationships they truly desire. In this webinar, Dr. Sharon Saline…
NPower Canada is now accepting applications for their next intake in May 2022. As well, they would like to share details with us of their new entry level training – Google UX Design. And finally, for entry to some programs, the age limit cap has been removed to include those over 30. Join us to hear all the details! NPower Canada programs provide participants with free in-demand digital and professional skills training, and connects them to new and rewarding career…
Are you feeling isolated or burned out? Are you interested in meeting to exchange ideas & experiences? You are not alone! Join us! Topic: Nan Stevens reads excerpts from her book: Mothers’ gifts: Best practices for supporting children with exceptional needs Twenty stories of mothers navigating systemic barriers & biases.
A social skills program designed to bring young adults (ages 18-35) together to connect and build friendships. The PEERS® curriculum is evidence-based and focuses on teaching friendship skills, important social behaviors, and dating etiquette. Wednesdays, April 13-July 27, free. For information on eligibility click here. To register complete our pre-screen information form here: www.laurelbc.ca/cwp-2022
Different threads woven together can make a whole, strong cloth. This is a monthly online conversation group for ASD adults, 18+ years old. Many autistic people have spent much of their lives feeling “different”. This group is an opportunity to explore & build common bonds. It is an evening to share our past experiences & present realities – similar or different, and to celebrate our uniqueness together as we build strength & resilience for our futures. Hosted by Julia Mitchell,…
Are you feeling isolated or burned out? Are you interested in meeting to exchange ideas & experiences? You are not alone! Join us for a Walk! Meet at the viewpoint at the entrance to the Bloedel Conservatory, 4600 Cambie, QE Park, Van, Vancouver Topic : Communication With us and how our adult kids engage with others.
This month’s movie is “Spirited Away” An animated, Academy Award winning film from acclaimed Japanese director, Hayao Miyazaki – watch free, in advance, on Netflix! Ten-year-old Chihiro (Daveigh Chase) moves with her parents, to a new home in the Japanese countryside. After taking a wrong turn down a wooded path, Chihiro and her parents discover an amusement park with a stall containing an assortment of food. Chihiro’s parents begin eating and then, to her surprise, transform into pigs. In this…
Are you feeling isolated or burned out? Are you interested in meeting to exchange ideas & experiences? You are not alone! Join us! Topic: Strategies for re-setting unrealistic expectations & fostering self-esteem. Based on psychologist Sharon Saline’s Blog on this subject
Event time is in Vancouver BC time.
