New Cohorts Start Each Month

4-Week Autism Caregiver Groups

Built in collaboration with ND providers, our parent training groups give caregivers what waitlists can’t — timely, affordable access to nuanced support.

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Only 5 spots per group. Early registration recommended.

Virtual (access from anywhere in BC)
4x weekly 60-min sessions
New groups every month with weekend & evening availbility
High support ratio (only 5 caregivers per group)
Billable to AFU, AHP, or DL with approved RTP
$320 total. Only 5% of annual AFU funds and 50% off OT rate ($80/session).

Clarity. Confidence. Supportive Start.

Everyday Autism™: Parent Intro Series

Sundays @10:00-11:00AM
Caregivers of 4-8yr olds
Resource package included

Our 4-week Parent Intro training supports BC caregivers navigating a new or suspected Autism diagnosis. Through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, you’ll gain clear guidance, practical tools for daily life, and connection with parents on similar journeys—so you can confidently support your child while protecting your family’s wellbeing.

  • Understand Autism beyond outdated stereotypes
  • Support your Autistic child's development and well-being
  • Navigate BC systems, AFU funding, and team coordination
  • Discover introductory strategies that work for your family

Developed by Occupational Therapists and informed by Autistic voices and caregiver requests, you'll leave feeling informed, capable, and connected.

In Partnership With
Discover Autism
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Insight. Relief. Connection.

Everyday PDA™: Parent Intro Series

Thursdays @9:00-10:00AM
Caregivers of PDAers
Resource package included

This 4-week Parent Intro group is designed for caregivers who are new to an Autism identification with a PDA profile, or just beginning to seek PDA-related support. Gain clarity and confidence through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, learn practical tools, and connect with providers who truly understand.

  • Learn to nurture felt-safety and co-regulation instead of focusing on compliance
  • Identify stressors and explore what's beneath behaviours
  • Create rhythms and supports that feel realistic, compassionate, and sustainable
  • Discover introductory low-demand strategies that work for your family

Led by an Autistic Health Professional and Caregiver of PDAers, this parent training group provides both professional knowledge and the wisdom of lived experience.

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Discover Autism
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Everyday Sensory™: Parent Intro Series

TBD
Caregivers of all ages
Resource package included

Upcoming Offering

Our 4-week Parent Intro to Sensory Processing group is for caregivers who are trying to make sense of their child’s reactions to sounds, textures, movement, or other everyday experiences. If you’re unsure whether it’s “behaviour” or sensory needs at play, we’ll help you understand the sensory systems, spot patterns, and find practical regulation strategies—all within a neurodiversity-affirming framework.

  • Understand the basics and nuance of sensory processing
  • Learn how sensory differences impact day-to-day participation
  • Discover how to create a sensory lifestyle that supports your Autistic child
  • Explore introductory sensory strategies, equipment, and ideas for improved regulation

Led by Occupational Therapists and informed by Autistic voices, you'll leave empowered to build an accessible sensory lifestyle.

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FAQs

Common Questions Answered

These groups are our response to the hundreds of caregivers who've told us: "I wish someone had explained this to me years ago."

Too many families feel lost and unsupported after hearing the words "your child is Autistic". Long waitlists for services, confusing systems, differing professional perspectives, and advice that doesn't fit can leave caregivers overwhelmed and isolated.

Our goal as an organization is to make Autism support more accessible and affirming, with the hope of reducing the years of trial-and-error most caregivers go through.
Our groups are designed for families navigating the early stages of diagnosis and support. This group is right for you if:
  • Your child is newly diagnosed and you're unsure where to start
  • You know your child is Autistic and want to deepen your understanding and become an ally
  • Rewards, punishments, or behaviour consulting aren't working for your Autistic child

Yes! Since our groups are considered ongoing Occupational Therapy, they are eligible under Autism Funding. If you're new to the system, we can help you navigate the My Family Services Portal and submit your first Request To Pay for direct billing.

The group fees are also eligible under other funding options like the At-Home Program (AHP), Distributed Learning (Homeschool Funding), and local charity bursaries (e.g., Variety Heart Fund), as well as on many extended health plans with occupational therapy coverage.
One-to-one therapy is fully individualized and often comes with long waitlists. Groups provide the added benefits of peer connection, reduced cost (about 50% off the 1:1 hourly fee), and quicker access to the introductory information and strategies many families are asking about in individual therapy. Caregivers often find that the shared experience eases feelings of isolation and helps new ideas “stick.”
We don't just teach strategies in isolation. Our work is shaped by:
  • Lifespan perspective: Unlike most Autism clinics, we work with Autistics of all ages. We see what Autistic teens and adults wish had been understood earlier, and we bring those insights back to families with young children.
  • Community partnership: We were the first ND-Affirming OT clinic in BC (before the term "ND-Affirming" was even popularized and became a buzzword). We are deeply conneted to the Autistic community, and our content is developed in partnership with Autistic practitioners.
  • We have Autistic team members: Lived experience is at the heart of how we teach, support, and operate.
  • We bring an OT lens: Our training in family-centered, functional practice means what we share is pragmatic, doable, and grounded in daily life.

Payment for the group is taken in full once the group begins. Because groups run on the promise of having enough families to create a meaningful peer experience, payments are non-refundable once the group starts. This model allows us to:
  • Guarantee a consistent group size for peer learning
  • Offer high-quality information at reduced cost compared to one-to-one therapy
  • Keep focus on supporting you, not managing cancellations or invoices
The group requires a minimum of 5 caregivers to run. If the threshold isn’t met:
  • No charges will be applied—you are only billed once the group officially starts.
  • Families will be notified at least 7 days in advance if the group is not running.
  • To prevent AFU funds from being tied up, we can provide instructions for a funding amendment, so allocations are not locked for several months.
Life happens. We understand. If you can't make it to a session, you'll still receive the handouts, tools, and key takeaways. You may also be able to join the same session in the following month's cohort.
Only if you want to. Some caregivers like to share, while others prefer to listen — both are welcome. Our groups run more like guided workshops than open-ended discussions. We focus on sharing information and creating space to reflect, not on problem-solving each family’s individual situation.
From a high-level framework perspective, yes, including understanding meltdowns, shutdowns, demand avoidance, and sensory-related and communication behaviours. The groups focus on strengthening attachment, connection, understanding, and general support strategies at home. These foundations often improve relationship, and therefore regulation and participation. However, individualized behaviour support tailored to your family's unique dynamics is best provided through 1:1 services, as a short-term group setting cannot fully address those needs.