CalmWear was created as a way to provide the wearer with the calming effects of a deep pressure hug, 24 hrs a day! It has ability to calm the sensory system down, and allow the wearer to focus and thrive.

Children with autism are likely to suffer many more oral health problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, and dental injury than children without autism. On top of that, sensory sensitivities also make effective oral hygiene routines and visits to the dentist challenging. We recently published an educational guide on dental care for children with autism. Please take a look https://www.byteme.com/community/resources/article/dental-care-children-with-autism-guide/

?Breton Ability Centre in collaboration with the Department of Community Services, is partnering to offer a Person-Directed Planning Program to assist individuals with disabilities/mental health challenges and their families. Using a Person-Directed Approach we are hoping to have individuals realize their strengths and talents. Together we are hoping to facilitate the engagement of individuals in new opportunities for the future by connecting them and their supports with community connections and services.?

?Breton Ability Centre in collaboration with the Department of Community Services, is partnering to offer a Person-Directed Planning Program to assist individuals with disabilities/mental health challenges and their families. Using a Person-Directed Approach we are hoping to have individuals realize their strengths and talents. Together we are hoping to facilitate the engagement of individuals in new opportunities for the future by connecting them and their supports with community connections and services.?

This tip provides general information and answers for frequently asked questions regarding legal guardianship. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership

So you have gone through Nova Scotia Community Services? application and assessment process for Direct Family Support (DFS) and were told that your family did not qualify for the program. What should you do now? Here are some suggestions that you might try.

This tip provides parents with strategies to assist students with special needs successfully complete homework assignments. This Respite Tip has been brought to you by the Nova Scotia Partnership on Respite, Family Health, and Well-Being. Information on the Respite Partnership and this and other Respite Tips can be found at: http://disability.novascotia.ca/content/nova-scotia-respite-partnership

The Resource Activity Guide provides workers with ideas for activities for when they are providing respite.

This guide is for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses who are thinking about adding respite into their lives. The guide is available to provide information on various respite opportunities in Nova Scotia. Not all of the information in this guide will apply to each family.

A sample of some of the questions that families may ask workers during the interview.

Workers can have families fill out this form which provides specific information about the individuals routines, interests, habits and effective communication strategies.

To report suspected child abuse or neglect: Everyone has the duty to immediately report even a suspicion that a child may be in need of protective services. This document outlines what should be reporting and includes the form to report the suspected abuse.

One page document that outlines barriers to learning for individuals with Autism in a classroom setting. This information can be applied outside of the classroom in everyday life

This document provides respite workers with strategies they can use t better communicate with individuals on the autism spectrum.

A brief introduction to American sign language and a list of resources to learn more.