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Acknowledging the Sibling Experience (ASE - pronounced ACE) is a well-being curriculum for siblings of neurodiverse individuals-that is divided into two subgroups (grades 5-8 and grades 9-12). The ASE curriculum incorporates psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic tools that are strategically implemented across the 7-week program. The accompanying lesson plans and activities are explored as a group, while socializing over food and drinks. To support the generalization of material covered in sessions, corresponding homework assignments are also included.
The curriculum is spread across one evening a week, for two hours. During this time, members will learn techniques that will support their sibling relationship, while also participating in activities to foster their individual growth. Following the completion of the group, voluntary mentorship opportunities will be presented, to encourage the on-going support between members.
About ASE
ASE integrates Applied Behaviour Analysis practices (ABA), Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), and Mindfulness into a support system that nurtures neurodiverse and neurotypical sibling relationships and fosters the neurotypical experience. The core foundation of ASE is to promote a collective community of siblings to neurodiverse individuals, that will continue to support each other through their shared unique sibling experience.
ASE was developed by Holly Kane, under the direction and supervision of Kathie Shaw and Christina Cabral. ASE grew out of a need for siblings of neurodiverse individuals to be acknowledged and supported- a need deeply close to Holly’s heart, as she is a sibling to an individual diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Through the combination of her personal experience, community input, empirically supported literature and evidence-based practices, ASE was born.
The curriculum is spread across one evening a week, for two hours. During this time, members will learn techniques that will support their sibling relationship, while also participating in activities to foster their individual growth. Following the completion of the group, voluntary mentorship opportunities will be presented, to encourage the on-going support between members.
About ASE
ASE integrates Applied Behaviour Analysis practices (ABA), Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), and Mindfulness into a support system that nurtures neurodiverse and neurotypical sibling relationships and fosters the neurotypical experience. The core foundation of ASE is to promote a collective community of siblings to neurodiverse individuals, that will continue to support each other through their shared unique sibling experience.
ASE was developed by Holly Kane, under the direction and supervision of Kathie Shaw and Christina Cabral. ASE grew out of a need for siblings of neurodiverse individuals to be acknowledged and supported- a need deeply close to Holly’s heart, as she is a sibling to an individual diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Through the combination of her personal experience, community input, empirically supported literature and evidence-based practices, ASE was born.
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Gain high school community involvement hours by completing the free 7-week ASE program. You will learn techniques to support your sibling relationship and gain mentorship skills for other siblings in the community.
Current ASE Opportunities (as of February 2024):
Group 1 (grades 5-8)
Tuesdays
March 19th - April 30th
6:00 - 8:00pm
Group 2 (grades 9-12)
Thursdays
May 2nd - June 13th
4:30 - 6:30pm
Where:
Downtown Community Centre (35 Weber St W, Kitchener)
Cost:
FREE
Registry deadlines:
To be contacted when future ASE opportunities are available, register below
For further information about ABA, visit: About ABA
For further information regarding Mindfulness training, visit: About Mindfulness
For further information about ACT, visit: About ACT
For further information regarding Mindfulness training, visit: About Mindfulness
For further information about ACT, visit: About ACT
Holly Kane
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Kathie Shaw
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Christina Cabral
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In collaboration with:
Unity for Autism, Waterloo Region Family Network, and City of Kitchener - Inclusion Services
Unity for Autism, Waterloo Region Family Network, and City of Kitchener - Inclusion Services
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