Internet Safety for Adults

A 9-week group program teaching safe and secure internet usage for adults with autism or intellectual disabilities.

 
 

Topics can include:

  • Phishing and Scams

  • Trading personal information online

  • Talking with people online

  • Recognizing unsafe people online

  • Online Bullying

Session Dates

  • 9 Week Program

  • Starting the week of July 15, 2024 (exact day TBD)

  • 1.5 hours weekly

  • In-person or virtual TBD

Need more information?

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

Eligibility

Individuals must be 18 years and older with intellectual/developmental disabilities or a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.

INDIVIDUAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Joint attention skills

  • Discrimination skills

  • Participate in sessions with limited caregiver assistance

  • Safety concerns and challenging behaviour are low and/or caregivers are able to safely manage any challenging behaviour

Registration

For DSO-eligible clients residing in Durham please contact Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121.

Deadline for Registration: July 1, 2024.

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. Please contact Amanda Kennedy at 905-666-9688, ext. 640.

Deadline for Registration: June 17, 2024.

Fee: $845.11

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