Healthy Relationships for Adults

 

Contact Natalie Driscoll for more information about the group: (905) 666-9688 ext. 246 or email adultgoups@lrcss.com

skills for building safe, healthy, and mutually beneficial relationships in all aspects of life

A 9-week group for adults with autism or intellectual disabilities on understanding and developing relationship skills.

Topics can include:

  • Types of relationships

  • Public vs Private

  • Unhealthy vs healthy relationships

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Self-Esteem

  • Assertiveness in relationships

  • Consent

  • Rights and Responsibilities

Session Dates

  • Starting the week of August 26, 2024 (exact day TBD)

  • 1.5 hours weekly

  • In-person or virtual TBD

Eligibility

Eligible Adults will be 18 years and older, have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or intellectual disabilities (ID) and reside in the Durham Region. Click here to view Virtual Participation Requirements.

INDIVIDUAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Joint attention skills • Discrimination skills • Echoic skills • Motor imitation skills • Ability to follow common 1-step instructions • Participate in session with limited caregiver assistance • Safety concerns and challenging behaviour are low and/or caregivers are able to safely manage any challenging behaviour

To Register

For DSO-eligible clients residing in Durham make a referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121.

Register by week of August 12, 2024.

Fee: FREE

For non-DSO eligible clients or those residing outside of the Durham Region a group fee of $566.00 applies. Contact 905-666-9688, ext. 700 or email mcormier@lrcss.com.

Register by July 29, 2024.

Fee: $845.11

Due to capacity limits, making a referral through the DSO does not guarantee a spot until Lake Ridge has confirmed your registration.

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