A VIRTUAL Four Part Workshop Series for Teens on the Autism Spectrum and with other Developmental Disabilities presented by Autism Alliance SoCal
Pubescence is a normal and healthy part of growing up for everyone. This webinar series is designed for teens with autism and with other developmental disabilities who are just beginning, or in the midst of typical body changes that accompany puberty. Students will learn about privacy, body changes, as well as healthy ways to handle these changes. Each class will incorporate interactive, concrete activities to support learning as well as resources and ideas for parents to reinforce learning at home and in the community.
Our Expert Speaker/Facilitator:
Terri Couwenhoven, MS, CSE is a well-known certified sex educator and author, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for individuals on the autism spectrum and other developmental disabilities, their parents, and the professionals who support them. Her gentle, matter-of-fact approach combined with extensive knowledge and experience make her a popular speaker with self-advocates, parents, and professionals around the country.
A Virtual Four Session Workshop Series is for Teens (11 to 17 years of age) and their Parents
Session # 1: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Common Issues and Concerns During Puberty
Parent Session (ONLY for Parents)
Families often experience anxiety when their son or daughter with a developmental disability begins to exhibit changes that occur during puberty. In this workshop, parents will learn about the most frequently identified issues and concerns of parents of tweens with autism and other developmental disabilities. Parents will be provided with practical ways to address them. Ideas for teaching, home activities, and useful resources specifically designed for individuals with developmental disabilities will be shared.
Session #2: Saturday, June 17, 2023, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Changing Bodies - Females Only
Participants in this session will be able to:
Session #3: Saturday, June 24, 2023, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Changing Bodies - Males Only
Participants in this workshop will be able to:
Session #4: Saturday, July 8, 2023, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Caring for Changing Bodies, Boundaries and Safety
Participants in this workshop will be able to:
Flat Fee of $400.00 for the workshop series.
The workshop series is vendored by Lanterman Regional Center. It may be available to clients of other regional centers as well. Inquire with your regional center service coordinator.
Vendor# PD3625 - Subcode 10PG
Register at info@autismsocal.org or Call/Text 818.662.8847
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Regional centers must post information regarding how providers are doing with ensuring individuals served are part of their communities (Welfare and Institutions Code section 4519.2(b)). This information is to be updated at least every six months until DDS has determined that statewide compliance has been met.
El Internet está inundado de información y recursos sobre el Coronavirus (COVID-19) desde el nivel federal hasta el estatal y local. Comenzamos esta página para compartir algunos de los recursos e información que encontramos más útiles y accesibles, además de compartir información específica para Lanterman sobre cualquier efecto que esto tenga en nuestras operaciones, nuestros proveedores de servicios y la comunidad en general.
The Internet is awash in info and resources about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) from the federal to the state and local levels. We're starting this page to share some of the resources and info we found most helpful and accessible, plus to share information specific to Lanterman about any effects this is having on our operations, our service providers and community as a whole.
