McGill Transition Support Program

A book edited by Dawn Prince-Hugh, published by Ohio Press is based on the experience of university students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. You can obtain more information about the book from http://www.ohioswallow.com/book/Aquamarine+Blue+5.

As any parent or caregiver of an individual with developmental disabilities can tell you, planning for the future of an adult with intellectual disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, severe autism, or another such condition requires hard work and good advice. While complete independence and self-reliance is out of reach for many adults with developmental disabilities, a productive, stable, and enjoyable life is certainly possible. But government and private support for parents and disabled individuals is scattered and difficult to negotiate. This book is a comprehensive guide to resources you can use to help an adult child or other individual with developmental disabilities for whom you care.

Typically, ASD high school graduates are unprepared for the transition to independence. Early, ongoing training in the social skills crucial to establishing successful adult relationships—in college, vocational school, residential living, or on the job—can help. He also guides readers through the legal, financial, educational, vocational, and community resources available after graduation.

The authors of The Autism Transition Guide know how overwhelming it can be for parents of students on the autism spectrum to think about what will happen when their son or daughter graduates from high school and leaves the familiar supports of special education behind. That's why Bruey and Urban wrote this practical guide to transition planning--a road map for families, educators, counselors, and transition specialists to navigating this crucial, sometimes tricky journey from high school to adult life.TRANSITION SUPPORT PROGRAM PARENT RESOURCES 2 The Autism Transition Guide is a must-have resource for families and professionals, providing ideas and strategies that can be applied to a broad range of individuals on the autism spectrum--from the college-bound student to the student who requires 24-hour supervision to succeed. No matter what the particular destination may be for your child or student, this guide can help make sure he or she reaches it.

This book offers the reassurance, solace, and practical solutions that so many people are searching for. Following up on their work in Overcoming Autism, which offered advice for teaching young children on the spectrum, Lynn Koegel and Claire LaZebnik now present strategies for working with teens and young adults living with this complex condition. Addressing universal parental concerns, from first crushes and a changing body to how to succeed in college and beyond, Growing Up on the Spectrum is a beacon of hope and wisdom for parents, therapists, and educators alike.

Montreal families outlines various resources available for families living in the Montreal region. The resources are categorized by courses & programs, day camps, education, residential camps, sibling support and support services.

http://www.montrealfamilies.ca/Montreal-Families/Directories/Special-Needs/

Evaluations and intervention services for children with developmental, learning, behavioural or emotional difficulties. Uses family-based model, involving parents in evaluations and therapies: attachment difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD, behaviour problems, blended families, derogations, developmental delays, learning disabilities, Neurological conditions (Tourettes, Epilepsy, Dysexecutive Syndrome etc.), self- esteem, psychiatric conditions, etc.

1150 De l’Avenir Boulevard,
Suite 320, Laval, Quebec
H7N 6L2 

Tel: 514-312-7046
Contact: Dr. Mary Tsonis,Ph.D.
Psychologist
 Website: 
 www.neuropsylaval.com

Private practice providing autism assessment. Working with other professionals, Dr. Reisinger can refer to an MD should a medical exam be requested or required. Also provides individual intervention and counselling, and family counselling.

Psychologist, West Island
Private Psychology
Services
 444 Beaconsfield
Blvd, Beaconsfield,
Quebec
 Tel: 514-293-4463

This book is a general guide for helping families plan for two generations (i.e., the financial planning needs of the primary caregiver and the person with disabilities). For some readers, it will relieve their anxieties about planning, and for others it will raise their awareness about the need to plan. Since every family's specific situation is unique, the book is not intended to provide a specific formula for success. However, it bridges the gap between the ultimate vision a family has for their child and the financial realities of making these dreams come true. The structure of the book follows a chronological guideline of the critical transition periods that families face. The book also focuses on identifying and protecting government benefits as well as strategies to supplement government benefits. In addition to the basics of financial planning, the book includes family case studies; sample intent letters, checklists, forms, and other planning tools; a glossary of terms; and resources.

Abaco is a company that deals with assembling, packaging, bagging, labelling, label printing, inspection and wickerwork for packaging pharmaceutical, homeopathic and natural health products. Their social mission consists in favouring the employment of people with disabilities, or any other person in a work reintegration process, in order to maximise their social and financial autonomy.

http://www.abaco.qc.ca

Action Main d'Oeuvre is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to update the socio-economic integration of disadvantaged persons in terms of employment. The corporation administers two specialized workforce: Action main d'oeuvre, for people with disabilities on the intellectual and "À l'emploi!" for people with a pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) without intellectual disability.

http://www.emplois-montreal.ca/en/1734/action-main-doeuvre/

Centre for children and adults with special needs (Autism, intellectual disabilities) offering therapeutic intervention in regard to life skills, vocational skills, and social skills. Includes a Drop-In Centre that provides hot meals and social activities three nights a week.

Lori Black Community Centre
8160 Royden Road,
Town of Mount Royal,
Quebec H4P 2T2
Tel: 514-345-0210
Fax: 514-345-6904

Contact: Esther Silver
 esther.silver.miriam@sss.gouv.qc.ca
Website: http://www.centremiriam.ca

The JEM Workshop Inc. employs a select group of individuals with disabilities providing expert packaging services at competitive prices.

http://jemworkshop.org

Promotes sports and recreation for people with disabilities.

http://www.altergo.net

Atelier D'Artisanat focuses on the social inclusion of people with disabilities with a focus on learning art.

http://www.atelierdartisanat.org

The Gold Centre offers a variety of leisure programs for adults with disabilities. Some of the leisure programs include: Cooking, Music, Glee Club, Drama Club, Glee Club, Swimming, Dance etc.

http://www.goldlearningcentre.com

WIAIH is a non-profit organization working to enhance the lives of people with an intellectual disability or autism, sensitize the community, develop innovative services and provide support to families. They offer various recreational activities (e.g., aquatics, cooking, music, art, friday night club)

West Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped (WIAIH)

111 Donegani, Pointe Claire, QC
H9R 2W3

Tel: (514) 694-7090

 Website: http://wiaih.qc.ca/

Sexpressions provides comprehensive sex education for youth across Canada. Stephanie Mitelman, Certified Sexuality Educator, offers workshops for teens, parents, people with special needs and First Nations communities.

http://sexpressions.ca/

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Asperger info is an online community established to help share and build our collective knowledge regarding Asperger Syndrome (AS). There are various discussion boards that you can participate in to gain more knowledge about various topics.

http://www.aspergerinfo.com

Autism Montreal provides a list of various resources (books, articles, videos) on Autism.

http://autisme-montreal.com/

Autism Society Canada is a good resource. They provide various links to forums, blogs and online support groups.

http://www.autismsocietycanada.ca

Inspirations Newspaper provides a snapshot of the special needs community in Montreal. This could be a great resource for upcoming events and workshops that may be beneficial to you.

http://www.inspirationsnews.com

An online resource and community for Autism and Asperger's. You can create an account and participate in various forums and discussions. You can also access resources like articles, books, and videos on Autism and Asperger's.

http://wrongplanet.net/forums/

Family support group, social skills groups, and individual counseling

Contact: Lise Sandstrom

Tel: 514-229-2526

Email: 
aspergergroup@bell.net