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Autism Support Network of British Columbia
Of course, you are already here. We have multiple parent groups and moderate a job forum in addition to this website - please reach out!
Our Brochures
Our brochures contain excellent information about Autism, Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and ABA Therapy Teams. If you would like some brochures to distribute in your area or take to a medical professionals’ office please CONTACT US and we will mail them to you.
The Pacific Autism Family Centre
The Pacific Autism Family Network Centre (PAFN) is a centre of excellence and network of supports for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families across the province. The PAFN’s core purpose is to be a Knowledge Centre: Bringing together state of the art resources for research, information, learning, assessment, treatment and support; and building capacity to address the lifespan needs of individuals with ASD and related disorders. The PAFN will build upon existing lifespan services while at the same time addressing the need for support and services across the province.
The Autism Support Network has an office on the ground floor of PAFN Richmond and is also available in the PAFN Chilliwack office twice a month.
BC-ABA
BC-ABA is a society that was formed to function in British Columbia, Canada, as the liaison with, and representative of the Association for Behaviour Analysis, ABA International. Their goals are to advance behaviour analysis in the province of BC and to work towards the regulation on behaviour analysis practitioners in BC.
Autism Information Services of BC (AIS)
Autism Information Services (AIS) of BC manages the Registered Autism Service Providers (RASP) list. The Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) is a listing of professionals whom parents contract with to provide services to their children with autism. The RASP includes Behavior Consultants, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists. Parents with children with ASD, under six, must choose their professionals from the RASP if they wish them to be paid by the Ministry of Children and Families. Just because a service provider is on the RASP list does not mean that they are a good choice for your family. Please see the ASN video series Welcome to Autism to help you evaluate service providers very carefully and understand their treatment and billing practices before signing any contracts or agreements.
AIDE Library
You might also want to borrow books from the AIDE library. You can check out books before purchasing them.
Autism Funding in BC
We highly recommend this Autism Funding in BC and think that it will become every parents’ “bible” of autism funding and treatment administration. The author of this site is a parent, and will tell you in a simple way about the financial side of providing ABA treatment for your child and how to run an effective ABA therapy team in BC.
Disability Alliance of BC
Direct support (by appointment) with filing paperwork such Disability Tax Credit, Disability Benefits, Persons with Disabilities applications, and more.
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) is a not-for-profit organization run by an all-volunteer board of 22 professionals, many of whom are parents of children and adolescents with Autism. ASAT is committed to improving the education, treatment, and care of people with autism. Since Autism was first identified, there has been a long history of failed treatments and fads levied on vulnerable families. ASAT was the first autism advocacy group to explicitly embrace an empirical, science-based approach to any statements made about the causes and proposed treatments for Autism.
Autism Science Foundation
ASF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with autism and their families by funding scientific research to understand the causes of autism and to develop better treatments. At ASF, we believe the greatest gift we can offer our families is innovative autism research that will enable individuals with autism to lead fulfilling lives with dignity.
National Council for Severe Autism
NCSA is a US-based organization pursuing recognition, policy and solutions for the surging population of individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe forms of autism and related disorders.
The National Autism Center
The National Autism Center is one of May Institute’s centers for service, training, and research. It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) by providing reliable information, promoting best practices, and offering comprehensive resources for families, practitioners, and communities.The National Autism Center has completed an unprecedented multi-year project — the National Standards Project — to establish a set of standards for effective, research-validated educational and behavioral interventions for children on the spectrum. These standards identify treatments that effectively target the core symptoms of ASD. The resulting National Standards Report is the most comprehensive analysis available to date about treatments for children and adolescents with ASD. It is a single, authoritative source of guidance for parents, caregivers, educators, and service providers as they make informed treatment decisions.
Families for Early Autism Treatment (FEAT) of BC
F.E.A.T of B.C. is a non-profit, volunteer organization of parents and concerned professionals working for universal access to effective autism treatment for all children diagnosed with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders.
Medicare For Autism Now!
The “Medicare for Autism Now!” Society was incorporated in August, 2008. We are a national coalition of non-partisan, parents, advocates, professionals and growing numbers of other fair-minded Canadians seeking Medicare coverage for effective, science-based autism treatment otherwise known as ABA (Applied Behaviour analysis). Over 40 years of research and litigation have identified this treatment as medically necessary.
Dr. Kelsey Ruppel is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, special education teacher, and is part of FTF Behavioral Consulting.
In this video, Dr. Ruppel discusses ways to help your child during the COVID-19 crisis.
ABA 101 VB Map Web-Based Training
ABA 101 is a self paced, unlimited usage, eight-hour training course with over 300 video examples and learning-enhancing exercises to ensure that the staff and parents have the skills and resources they need.
Autism Internet Modules
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have unique strengths and challenges. Understanding the underlying characteristics of ASD and effective practices that support their needs is essential.
Touch Chat Training
This is a listing of live, online training on various topics, including TouchChat & Saltillo’s dedicated AAC devices. Please email kim.galant@saltillo.com with any questions about trainings.
Free 40 Hour RBT Training
This 40 hour training is based on the 2nd edition task list and meets the requirements outlined by the BACB for individuals seeking their RBT certification. Your certificate indicating you have completed your 40 hours of training will be sent upon completion.
Practical Function Assessment (Hanley Protocol or IISCA)
FTF Behavioural Consulting has been instrumental in the development of a breakthrough in autism treatment. Their approach for eliminating difficult behaviours through Practical Function Assessment has lead to a safe, humane and effective ABA approach. FTF Behaviour Consulting has also used this method to help eliminate Sleep and Eating problems. Many consultants in BC are currently being trained by FTF Behavioural Consulting.
Canadian Mental Health Association
Offering Mental health services, wellness programs, and crisis response. Needs a clinician referral
Foundry
Foundry offers free and confidential mental health and wellness services for youth ages 12-24 in British Columbia and their families.
Family Smart
Family Smart supports parents and caregivers
whose children are experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.
Indigenous Disability Canada/BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society
(IDC/BCANDS)
IDC/BCANDS is an internationally recognized Indigenous not for profit Society serving the unique and diverse disability needs of Indigenous peoples across Canada. IDC/BCANDS holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. They have a wealth of knowledge to share!
Aboriginal Supported Child Development
Enable children who require extra supports to be included in child care settings, preschool, before/after school and community care settings
THE MIYOOPIMAATISHIHK (WELLBEING) PROGRAM
The Miyoopimaatishihk (Wellbeing) Program (Southern/Heritage Michif, translated by Norman Fleury) is available to children from birth to eight years, who are enrolled in the Métis Family Connections Program. Through the Miyoopimaatishihk (Wellbeing) Program, families can apply for financial support to assist with the cost of a wide range of services, programs and products, including but not limited to respite care, speech therapy, assessments, specialized equipment, and mental health supports.
Jordan's Principle
Jordan’s Principle is a legal rule that ensures that all First Nations children living in Canada can access the products, services and supports they need, when they need them.
Native Courtworker & Counselling Association of BC
The Family Preservation Support Worker is designed to support Indigenous youth who have contact with community policing bodies who could benefit from health, justice, family and cultural support.
Autism Cafe
Eileen Lamb, author of "All Across The Spectrum" and “Be The One,” is the founder of The Autism Cafe. On her blog, she shares the ups and downs of raising a severely autistic child while being on the autism spectrum herself.
Kaelynn's Autistic Angle
An autistic therapist, author, advocate and speaker. Kaelynn makes social media content with a strong dignity and rights-based focus.
Autism Funding in BC
We highly recommend this Autism Funding in BC and think that it will become every parents’ “bible” of autism funding and treatment administration. The author of this site is a parent, and will tell you in a simple way about the financial side of providing ABA treatment for your child and how to run an effective ABA therapy team in BC.
Facing Autism in New Brunswick
Facing Autism in New Brunswick is an insightful blog maintained by parent and advocate Harold Doherty. Harold describes life with his severely autistic and epileptic son, Connor, as well as writing about the serious issues and challenges faced by the autism community in Canada. Harold is one of Canada’s most highly respected autism advocates, and most recently joined the Board of Directors of Medicare for Autism Now!
Parent. Advocacy. Tribunal. Help (PATH) with Kim Block
Kim is a parent with many years of school advocacy experience on behalf of her neurodiverse children. She has a certificate in legal studies from Simon Fraser University and completed her degrees in Criminology. While she does not offer legal advice, she does blog about decisions made in the Human Rights Tribunal (HRT), Teacher's Regulation Branch (TRB) and the BC Ombudsperson.
Canada Student Grant for Part-Time Students
A grant available for low-to-middle income students, providing up to $3,500 for those enrolled part-time at eligible institutions in Canada.
B.C. Access Grant for Part-Time Studies
A grant available for low-to-middle income students, providing up to $1,000 per year for students enrolled part-time at an eligible institution in British Columbia. Available to anyone who is eligible and has fully exhausted their Canada Student Grant.
Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities
A grant for up to $2,800 per year for eligible students with disabilities enrolled at an eligible institution in B.C.
B.C. Supplemental Bursary for Students with Disabilities
The B.C. Supplemental Bursary for Students with Disabilities (SBSD) provides $400 to $800 to help students with permanent, persistent, or prolonged disabilities cover educational costs when taking a reduced course load at B.C. public post-secondary institutions
Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment - Students with Disabilities
Up to $20,000 per year to offset the costs of extra equipment or services to access education, such as assistive equipment or services, specialized transportation and assessments.
B.C. Assistance Program for Students with Disabilities
The B.C. Assistance Program for Students with Disabilities (APSD) provides non-repayable grants to help eligible post-secondary students pay for exceptional education-related services and adaptive equipment. Applicants can receive up to $10,000 per program year, or up to $12,000 if a personal attendant is required at school.
Learning Disability Assessment Bursary (BC)
The Learning Disability Assessment Bursary is a B.C. government program that helps eligible post-secondary students cover the upfront, out-of-pocket costs of psych-educational assessments. The bursary provides up to $3,500 to cover or reimburse the evaluation.
Disability Tax Credit
The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps people with disabilities, or their supporting family member, reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay. If you have a severe and prolonged impairment, you may apply for the credit. If you are approved, you may claim the credit at tax time. Because Autism is neuro-developmental disability, many parents have this form backdated to birth.
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