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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES INFORMATION
PROGRAMS
Autism Treatment Services of Saskatchewan Inc., (ATSS) is an
umbrella organization with a mandate to administer two distinct and
separately funded business operations. These operations are comprised
of the delivery of a variety of programs and services, along with
Group Home administration. Hope
for Autism Program The program: is funded through the Saskatoon District Health Board, along
with activity grants and fundraising activities. provides intervention through home and community-based services
designed to assist both the child and the family. helps children and youth with autism to develop skills aimed at
independence and socialization. provides public awareness and education regarding autism. provides support and pertinent information regarding autism and
it's implication on family life at the crucial time of diagnosis. provides consultative, educational inservices/training etc. to
schools and other professionals. consults to various groups and programs being offered through
the ATSS. These groups for the clients with autism and their
families include: parent support, sibling group, parent
information nights, recreational program, social skills group etc. provides recreational activities that integrate children with
autism into the community. Summer Program
New to the program is a Speech and Language component that is delivered by contracted professionals who provide therapeutic instruction to the children.
Children's Recreational
Program
Adult
Social Skills Club
An Asperger's Social Group for young adults, nineteen years of age or older with Asperger's syndrome has recently been implemented. This group meets once every two weeks to participate in various recreational activities in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Teen Club Group size is generally limited to 8 - 10 participants in order to maximize opportunities for interaction and learning. When demand exists, more than one group may be offered. Group facilitators will include ATSS contracted staff members, as well as volunteers as needed. At the conclusion of the sessions, parents receive a report describing their youth's participation in the Club.
Volunteer
Program Activities are recreational and geared to be enjoyable for both the volunteer and individual. These activities may include: swimming, visiting an art gallery, a walk along the Meewasin Trail, or simply an outing to a restaurant. In this kind of a relaxed situation, a person with autism can more readily participate in community activities, events and the things he or she may enjoy doing. The family is responsible for all costs, such as meals, movies, and transportation for their family member, however not for the volunteer. The volunteer expenses are covered through the ATSS Volunteer Program. Volunteer companions are screened, receive training and are carefully matched with a family. Families are responsible for providing feedback to volunteers regarding the individual's interests, needs, etc. Please contact Brent Wassermann with Autism Treatment Services of Saskatchewan at (306) 665-7013 for more information regarding volunteering. Click here for printable volunteer form Youth Residential Program
Adult Residential Program
Goto Services
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A home-based program providing support to families
with children under age 19 who have autism. Any family having a child
with characteristics/diagnosis of autism or any other disability on
the Pervasive Developmental Disorder spectrum may qualify for
services.
