Stroke Recovery and Communication

On December 7, Erin will be giving a free presentation at the Stroke Recovery Association branch of Richmond, The presentation will start at 11am at South Arm Community Centre. If you, a friend, or family member has been affected by a stroke, this presentation highlights how a stroke can impact communication skills and how you can help. Donations to the Stroke Recovery Association are welcome, but not required to participate.
For more information on the Stroke Recovery Association of BC, please click here.

In Your Community

On November 24, Chatham Speech an Language Services participated in Richmond's first ever Autism Resource Fair at Brighouse Elementary School.  The event, organized by the Richmond Autism Interagency Committee (RAIC), connected families and professionals with the many different services available in our community.

Speakers at the event provided invaluable medical, developmental, family, and funding information on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).

Connecting with Your MLA

On October 29, Erin, clinic director, met with Hon. John Yap, MLA of Richmond-Steveston, to discuss Autism Awareness Month in Canada and small business in our community.

October is Autism Awareness Month in Canada

October is Autism Awareness Month in Canada, bringing our attention to children, families, and professionals whose lives are touched by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Communication and social skill problems are often noted as the first symptoms of ASD, and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are part of a team of professionals who are trained in both diagnosis and treatment.

"The team said that Ryan has autism. Ryan’s been working with his teachers and an SLP. He lets us know what he wants for lunch by showing us a picture and using gestures. He says a few words to tell us what he wants to play with. The other day, he said, “train” for his “Thomas the Tank Engine” book. His eyes lit up when I knew which book to grab from his shelf." Parent comment, ASHA 2010

Richmond Autism Day – A Resource Fair

The Richmond Autism Interagency Committee (RAIC)

presents

Richmond Autism Day – A Resource Fair

Date: 

November 24, 2012

Location: 

Neighborhood Learning Centre/Brighouse Elementary School

6800 Azure Rd., Richmond, BC V7C 2S8

Tentative Schedule:

9:00 – 9:10 Introduction

9:10 – 12:00 Presentations by Dr. Behrmann, Pam Collins, MCFD, and Myles McKee

12:00 – 3:00 Lunch, Open Booths and Networking

Please join us in learning more about services available to families who have children with ASD.  This event is specific to services available in our community and provides the opportunity to connect with other parents and professionals.

For more information, please contact us:  http://www.chathamspeech.com/Contact_Us.html

Stay tuned for more information!