Caregivers of autistic children are invited to learn and build community at this workshop with Illinois Autism Partnership.
This workshop will provide families with practical strategies to support positive habits at home. Participants will learn how to understand the function of behavior, implement proactive supports, and use simple tools to encourage positive routines and reduce stress responses. The workshop will include a moderated Q&A and an opportunity to network with other families.
Shannon Wess, MSW, BCBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with an extensive background in autism service delivery and training special education professionals. Wess presents at regional, national, and international conferences and developed and launched First Response, an autism awareness training program for first responders and emergency medical personnel.
This program is presented in collaboration with School District 39's Parent Association of Student Services.
From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.
