IAC Fall Newsletter
The Fall Newsletter is out with the latest on programs and services! Click here to view the newsletter.
IAC Summer Newsletter 2022
The IAC Summer Newsletter 2022 has been released! Highlights include: Fall Registration for The Tech Club Virtual Cooking Program Updates on Participants (new jobs, volunteer opportunities and more!) Click here to view the full newsletter.
Jordan’s Racing Hobby
Jordan is a graduate of the Transition to Life Course who is pursuing the big goals he set out for himself! We had a chance to catch up with Jordan and he told us about his favourite hobby of Bone Stock Car Racing. Hi Jordan, It’s great to speak with you today! Thank you for…
Spring Into Summer Picnic
Recently we got together for a Picnic at Sunnidale Park in Barrie to meet again face to face and to celebrate the beginning of Summer! Thank you to everyone who attended. It was wonderful to see new and old friends there.
Follow Up Interview – Career in Farming
We were delighted to have a follow up interview with Brandon B. to discuss his career path in farming, his strengths, interests, skillset development, and why he decided to get into this line of work. 1. What was your entry into the workforce? I started out as a temp worker. When I started in the…
Feature: Brandon’s Animal Artwork
Brandon Vavala is an illustrator who loves animation! We spoke to Brandon about his creative process for his artwork. Where do you gain your inspiration from? – “I get my inspiration from cartoons and movies. I love anything that is animation and live action remakes, for example the Lion King, Dumbo and Beauty and the…
IAC Spring Newsletter 2022
The IAC Spring Newsletter is out and we’re celebrating Autism Acceptance Month! Click here to view the newsletter. Highlights include: Cooking with Connie Celebrating Accomplishments The Tech Club (update)
IAC Winter Newsletter 2022
IAC’s Winter Newsletter is out now! Click here to view the newsletter with information on existing as well as new programs and services. Highlights include: – The Tech Club – new Small Group Virtual Format for Transition to Life
Parent Coping and Self-Care: Strategies to Overcome Isolation
Social Support is essential for all parents, but especially those who are parenting a child on the Autism Spectrum. To overcome isolation parents should consider developing social coping strategies. Having at least 2-3 close personal connections that we can trust to lean on and connect with weekly can provide parents with a greater sense of…
Coping and Self-Care Strategies for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Over recent years, there is an increased community awareness for the mental health of children, teens and young adults on the Autism Spectrum. While caregivers and professionals focus on addressing these concerns, we also need to be aware of the mental health of parents. The demands of raising a child with ASD can lead to…