Family Support Webinars

Drawing on expertise from across the state, Indiana Resource Center for Autism is hosting free family webinars throughout the school year. Our presenters will cover topics that families have brought to us as the areas they need the most help in.

The webinars will be on the second Monday of each month, and will start at 6:30pm ET lasting no more than 45 minutes. We'll also leave time for your questions to our presenters at the end of each webinar.

All webinars have been recorded and will be posted as soon as possible. To view past webinars, click button below.

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Series Details

Building Partnerships with Schools: How to Be an Active Member of Your Child’s Team

April 12, 2021

Presenters: Kathryn Orvis, Ph.D., Parent and
Kathy Klingerman, Ed.S., BCaBA, Autism Consultant, Greater Lafayette Area Special Services

You and your child are the most important members of your child’s school team. Building partnerships takes time and effective communication. Kathryn Orvis, parent, and Kathy Klingerman, autism consultant, will share a road map on how they built a collaborative relationship. Further, they will provide tips and helpful hints that may work for you.

Addressing Behavior: Tips and Strategies

May 10, 2021

Presenter: Dr. Cathy Pratt, BCBA-D, Director
Indiana Resource Center for Autism
Indiana School Mental Health Initiative

When your son/daughter engages in problematic behaviors, knowing what to do can be challenging. This zoom will provide some helpful tips for families that can help in the home setting.

Tips for Implementing ABA in the Home

June 14, 2021

Presenter: Lisa Steward, MA, BCBA
Clinical Director
Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy

Many of us recognize that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a very effective treatment option for children with Autism. However, we may not realize that principles of ABA can be utilized by parents and caregivers to reduce problematic behavior in the home and community settings. This training will cover basic principles of ABA that can help parents identify the cause (function) of behavior, teach preferred behavior (alternative behaviors), and create reward systems that increase motivation to change behavior.

New! Check out the Special Summer Series of Family Support Webinars

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