This presentation will address ways to inspire communication through natural opportunities within the home by using your loved one’s interests and motivation. We will explore ways to increase motivation through both likes, dislikes, and natural opportunities. We will explore Assistive Technology tools that aid in motivation and provide fun
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Social Engagement focuses on providing a supported environment where your teen can learn and practice social skills. Utilizing group instruction, a member of the therapy team meets with self-advocates of similar ages and skills to work on initiating conversations, conversational turn-taking, staying on topic, understanding hidden rules, and so much
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January 13th will mark the start of our quarterly, large group socials! These will provide an opportunity for teens to get together and engage in games, dancing, and other group activities! These quarterly socials are focused on providing another opportunity for teens to spend time with their peers, supplementing
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In January, we will kick off our Winter on-site, teen programming with Cooking and Kitchen Skills! These groups will be in-person at our office at 5916 Dearborn in Mission, KS. Teens will attend a one-hour session with their peers to work on skills that will promote safety and independence
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This weekly virtual* social group will be a supervised Zoom meeting, during which time teens will have the opportunity to interact and get to know their peers, as well as take breaks with songs and games. *Zoom links will be sent to all registered email addresses the morning
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