Taking Care of my Baby Doll
07/07/2020
Pretend play may be difficult for some children with autism. Initiating and having an idea of what to do and how to use toys is abstract. Here is an example of introducing pr...
What is the new Normal to a Child?
06/07/2020
Click on the link to view a video which might help to explain the new normal. As things begin to open up, it may be difficult for children and young people to understand our ever-c...
Structured Colouring
05/07/2020
Structure and order are often sought out by autistic people.
Positive Postcards
04/07/2020
Sharing positive and encouraging words and messages is important, and more so at this time of being away from our typical routines of school, work and life. It is always nice t...
The Positive Thinking Game
03/07/2020
Developing positive self-esteem is important for all children as it helps them to find new ways to look at their abilities, boosts confidence and overall happiness. This positive...
Podcast Brenda Myles Wellbeing & Being Well
03/07/2020
Click on this link to stream or download the podcast with Dr Brenda Myles who discusses strategies for wellbeing and being well, including strategies for structuring home and leisu...
Podcast in July
02/07/2020
We are very pleased to announce a new venture. The Centre is providing a weekly podcast every Friday in July and August featuring interviews with the international and local presen...
Teen Guide to surviving lockdown and beyond
29/06/2020
Click on the link below to download this ‘Teen Guide’ which contains ideas ad activities to help our young people manage social distancing and stay positive during these challengi...
Cosmic Kids Yoga
27/06/2020
Learning to relax is a self-regulation skill that may need to be explicitly taught. Cosmic Kids Yoga presents fun, step by step, visual guidance that your child may find engaging....
Life Skills Resources
26/06/2020
As mentioned in the Q&A with Dr Templin Grandin the acquisition of life skills is of extreme importance for autistic children and young people. Accessible chef is a collection o...
Promoting Sleep Resources
25/06/2020
Following on from our ‘Promoting Sleep’ webinar here are a number of resources. Clicking on the YouTube link will bring you to an Operation Ouch video on sleep aimed at primary sc...
Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times
22/06/2020
Click on this link to redirect to a comprehensive document containing information and visual supports to help guide people with autism through these uncertain times. Visual support...
Social Distancing Resources
21/06/2020
As COVID 19 restrictions relax, our combined ability to comply with social distancing regulations becomes increasingly important. For some of our children and young people with aut...
Worry Dolls
20/06/2020
Worry dolls are small handmade dolls originating from the indigenous people of Guatemala. Making the doll is part of the process and may help the child or young person engage with...
Energy Accounting
19/06/2020
Maja Toudal’s energy accounting method reimagines the concept of a bank account where the child or young person experiences energy withdrawals and deposits.
Mindfulness Resources
17/06/2020
Following on from our webinar with Dr. Brian McClean we are sharing two resources which we hope you will find helpful. Our ‘Co-regulation’ resource suggests different activities yo...
Daughters of Charity Films
15/06/2020
MCA were very interested to hear the backstory to these lovely resources after posting the first one.
New Webinars
14/06/2020
We are pleased to announce two new additions to our webinar series.