Healthy Sexuality for Adults
Contact Natalie Driscoll for more information:
(905) 666-9688 ext. 246 or email adultgroups@lrcss.com
A 10-week program for adults with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities to gain knowledge about healthy sexuality and relationships.
Topics can include:
Different types of relationships
Public vs. private acts
Many roads to relationships
Anatomy
Sexual feelings and attractions
Communication and decision-making about sex
Pregnancy
Online dating and social media
Session Dates
Session Dates: 10 Weeks starting April 23, 2024
When: Weekly on Tuesdays from 1:00 am to 2:30 pm
Where: 900 Hopkins St. Unit 8, Whitby, ON. L1N 6A9
Cost: DSO Referral = FREE / Non DSO = $926.95
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible Adults will be 18 years and older, have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder/Intellectual Disability and must provide their own transportation to and from sessions.
INDIVIDUAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Joint attention skills • Discrimination skills • Echoic skills • Motor imitation skills • Ability to follow common 1-step instructions • Participate in sessions with limited caregiver assistance • Ability to sit independently for 20 minutes • Safety concerns and challenging behaviour are low and/or caregivers are able to safely manage any challenging behaviour
Participation REQUIREMENTS
Access to an internet connection • Electronic device • Private space for learning
TO REGISTER
For DSO-eligible clients residing in the Durham Region make a referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121.
Deadline to Register: Register by April 1, 2024
DSO FEE: FREE
Due to capacity limits, making a referral through the DSO does not guarantee a spot until Lake Ridge has confirmed your registration.
For non-DSO eligible clients or those residing outside of the Durham Region a group fee applies. Contact 905-666-9688, ext. 640, or email akennedy@lrcss.com.
Deadline to Register: Register by March 25, 2024
NON-DSO FEE: $926.95
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