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Video Follow Up Information for Families after an Autism Diagnosis

These videos are intended to provide information for families whose child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at Child Development Clinic.  

If you have any questions, please contact one of the Child Development Autism Social Workers:  

Jolanda Swanink MSW, RSW
Phone: (431) 335-6429
Email: jswanink@rccinc.ca

or 

Janelle Tremblay
Phone: (204) 258-6626
Email: jtremblay@rccinc.ca


What Is Autism Video

This video will provide an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder, a review of the assessment process, and offer video describing Autism.

Links:
Autism Speaks
Autism Canada

Reactions to Diagnosis & Parent Supports

This video will review some common reactions to learning that your child has Autism and adjusting to the diagnosis. Some parent/caregiver support resources will be discussed.

Links:
Parent to Parent Café
SSCY/RCC Newsletters
Family Dynamics Counselling
Aurora Family Therapy
Aulneau Renewal Centre Counselling
St. Amant Counseling

Autism Preschool Age Information & Services (Winnipeg & Rural Manitoba)

This video will outline some of the services and supports available for preschool age children (4 & under) diagnosed with Autism who live in Winnipeg and Rural Manitoba. Some services discussed include Play Matters, Preschool Therapies (Speech & Occupational Therapy), the Autism Parent Information Session that outlines St. Amant Autism Programs & Winnipeg Autism Outreach, Children’s Disability Services, Incontinence Supplies, Child Care information, the Disability Tax Credit, and some additional resources.

Links:
Children’s Therapy Initiative Referral Form
Private Speech Therapy Directory
Private Occupational Therapy Directory
Children’s Disability Services
DHSU Medical Supplies Request and Justification Form (for Incontinence Supplies)
First Nations Inuit Health Branch (for Incontinence Supplies with Treaty Status)
Manitoba Child Care Search
Early Learning & Child Care Program
Disability Tax Credit Information
St. Amant Fulfilling Potential Workshops
SSCY/RCC Newsletters
Jordan’s Principle Special Needs Advocacy Unit
Family Dynamics

Autism School Age Information & Resources (Winnipeg & Rural Manitoba)

This video will outline some of the services and supports available for school age children diagnosed with Autism who live in Winnipeg and Rural Manitoba. Some services discussed include Play Matters, School Age Therapies & information regarding communicating with your child’s school, Children’s Disability Services, Incontinence Supplies, Child Care information, the Disability Tax Credit, and some additional resources.

Links: 
MATC Neurodevelopmental Services
Private Speech Therapy Directory
Private Occupational Therapy Directory
Children’s Disability Services
DHSU Medical Supplies Request and Justification Form (for Incontinence Supplies)
First Nations Inuit Health Branch (for Incontinence Supplies with Treaty Status)
Manitoba Child Care Search
Early Learning & Child Care Program
Disability Tax Credit Information
St. Amant Fulfilling Potential Workshops
SSCY/RCC Newsletters
Jordan’s Principle Special Needs Advocacy Unit
Family Dynamics

Autism Services in First Nations Reserve Communities

This video will outline some of the services and supports available for preschool and school age children diagnosed with Autism who live in a First Nations Reserve Community. Some services discussed include Jordan’s Principle, Therapies (Speech & Occupational Therapy), information regarding communicating with your child’s school or child care program, Incontinence Supplies, the Disability Tax Credit, and some additional resources.

Links:
Jordan’s Principle Therapies Referral Form
First Nations Inuit Health Branch (for Incontinence Supplies with Treaty Status)
Disability Tax Credit Information
St. Amant Fulfilling Potential Workshops