Autism Spectrum Disorder

 

The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Program began in Sun Country Health Region in 2009.  The program provides an Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant, one Social Worker, and two ASD Support Workers. 

Support can be provided to families, clients, school teams, etc. regarding any person suspected of having an ASD as well as those who have already received a diagnosis between the ages of 0-19. 

Support comes in many forms such as direct treatment, referrals for diagnostic testing, assistance with programming, behavior modification, dietary support, referrals to other agencies.

Referrals to the program come from a variety of sources. These may include parents, schools, speech-language pathologist, psychologist, public health, or physicians.  In order for an agency to refer to the program parental permission must be obtained.   

For more information please contact Sun Country Health Region at 306-842-8665.

http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/asd-brochure   Link to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health Autism Spectrum Disorder brochure

http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/autism-action-plan-2008   Link to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health ASD Framework and Action Plan  

 

Online Resources 

Helpful information from the Hanen Centre   

Do you struggle to understand why your child is having a meltdown or tantrum? Please see the article from the Autism Awareness Centre in the link below to learn more about the difference between them.

https://autismawarenesscentre.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-tantrum-and-an-autistic-meltdown/

 The Geneva Centre for Autism is located in Toronto. Their website has a wealth of information about Autism including resources and training, etc. Click on the link below to check it out!

http://www.autism.net/

Click on the link below to learn more about the Saskatchewan Governments assistance for Speech and Hearing impaired residents to access 911 services.

http://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2016/november/24/text-with-911/