Disability Programs Specialized Services
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The podcast of the DPSS team at the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay.
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2 days ago
Let’s Talk About Autism Part 1 (Episode 4)
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by repetitive behaviors and difficulty with social skills, speech and nonverbal communication. This the first episode in our two-part introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder. In this episode, Bethany Hartropp and Cynthia Miller-Lautman, both of whom are Occupational Therapists with the DPSS team […]
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2 days ago
Let’s Talk About Autism Part 2 (Episode 5)
In Part 1 of our series on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cynthia and Bethany discussed what it might look like when someone has autism, and what the criteria are for someone to get diagnosed with ASD. Please be sure to listen to part 1 before listening to this episode. In Part 2, they continue their discussion […]
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Dec 6, 2020
What is ADHD? (Episode 3)
In this episode of the DPSS podcast, Aimee Parsons and Trevor Friesen talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD. They answer questions like: What is ADHD? What does it look like? What can I do to support myself or someone else with ADHD? References Archer. D. (2014, May 14). ADHD: The Entrepreneur’s […]
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Nov 20, 2020
Introduction to Disabilities (Episode 2)
“People are disabled by society, not just by their bodies. These barriers can be overcome, if governments, nongovernmental organizations, professionals and people with disability and their families work together.” (World Health Organization, 2018) In this episode of the DPSS Podcast, Sophie-Anne Scherrer, Occupational Therapist, and Dana Lawlor, Speech-Language Pathologist, talk about disabilities. Did you know […]
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Sep 3, 2020
Helping People with Disabilities Feel Comfortable Wearing Masks (Episode 1)
We are really excited to bring you the first episode of the Disability Progams Specialized Services podcast! Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are encouraged to wear masks when we are out in public. In Québec we have to wear them in indoor public places. For many children and adults (with or without disabilities), wearing […]
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Jun 19, 2020
Introducing the DPSS Podcast
We are very excited to announce that the Disability Programs Specialized Services podcast will be coming soon! Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to find out when and how to subscribe! This podcast is produced with support from the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay and Jordan’s […]
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Mar 24, 2020
Swinging Upside Down Episode 3: Using Routines to Thrive During Self-Isolation (Part 2)
In Episode 2, I talked about how routines can help kids, both under regular circumstances and especially during these trying times. As parents, we can use routines in our days to help us cope as well. Knowing that we have a schedule, and doing our best to stick to it (with some flexibility) can make […]
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Mar 23, 2020
Swinging Upside Down Episode 2: Using Routines to Thrive During Self-Isolation (Part 1)
The COVID-19 global pandemic is having a huge impact, and this is especially true for parents, whether or not their children have disabilities. Many of us are trying to juggle a full-time job (suddenly done from the house) while our kids are at home. Add to that the stress of keeping away from friends and […]
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