Provincial - Caring for the Caregiver: Workshop for parents and families of autistic children, youth, and adults

Registration for this event will open December 22nd at 9:00am 

Join Danielle Nolan, MSW RSW, for an engaging workshop designed specifically for parents and caregivers. This session will focus on understanding and addressing the unique support needs of caregivers, with an emphasis on improving overall well-being and mitigating caregiver burnout. 

Participants will: 

Discuss the specific challenges and support needs of caregivers of autistic individuals. 

Explore the various forms of stress and its impact on well-being. 

Learn effective self-care practices, including how to find support and joy.  

Practice self-compassion and mindfulness to help calm the body and the mind. 

This workshop is appropriate for parents and caregivers of autistic children, youth, and adults, as well as professionals working with this population

Danielle is the Social Worker on Autism Ontario’s Subject Matter Expert team. She lives in the East Region and has a particular interest in supporting rural populations. She completed her Master of Social Work designation at the University of Toronto where she gained practicum experience at the Hospital for Sick Children. Danielle has worked in child welfare, children’s treatment, and rehabilitation, and in an autism diagnostic hub. Danielle has experience and training in Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Focused Family Therapy, Trauma-Focused Counselling, and art- and play-based therapies. At Autism Ontario, Danielle is focused on working with families to learn how to best support their autistic children/youth’s mental health in their home, school, and community.