Autism Northern Territory (NT) Inc in Palmerston City | Disability service

Autism Northern Territory (NT) Inc

Locality: Palmerston City

Phone: +61 8 8948 4424

Address: Shop 10D Goyder Centre 0830 Palmerston City, NT, Australia

Website: http://autismnt.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Here are 25 Acts of Kindness that might be fun to do with the family.

23.01.2022 Date for the diary: All Abilities Come-n-Try on Thursday 28 January at Darwin Basketball Stadium

21.01.2022 Here are some awesome tips from one of our Year 7 mentees: How to support your Autistic child in school: Don't make a big deal about grades Let them have a ...day off from school if they need it Always remind them of the things they're good at If they are having a bad day, don't tell everyone on Facebook Let them get a pet. Pets are the best! See more

20.01.2022 Limited spots remaining for our cooking classes! School holiday one day classes: Tuesday 29 September-fully booked Tuesday 6 October-limited spots left... School Term 4: Daytime adults classes and children’s after school classes: 5 & 10 week courses-limited spots left Email us for more information [email protected]

20.01.2022 Congratulations to one of our mums, and a huge contributer to Autism NT was named today as a recipient of the Australian Police Medal. Forensics expert Senior Constable First Class Bindi Burnell has joined an elite group of officers who have excelled in their work throughout their careers. Thank you Bindi Burnell for you endless work in our community from the Autism NT committee and autism community.

18.01.2022 At the PRBA Christmas party, good bye 2020. Thank you to all the PRBA members for buying all the raffle tickets that support NFP organisations. Thank you channel 7 and Wayne Zerbe

18.01.2022 Another awesome donation from the PRBA members.

18.01.2022 $20 Youth Mental Health First Aid training Tuesday 8th and 15h December 2020 Build you skills to support young people Recognise common MH signs... Provide initial help using an action plan Contact Noelene Armstrong of Lived Experience Network Please share

18.01.2022 RAZZAMATAZZ Show 2020 Razzamatazz is now available to stream from Monday 14th - Sunday 20th December 2020 - 4 extra days to watch to access and watch the show.... On Monday 14th Go to https://vimeo.com/showcase/lions-club-of-palmerston-razz2020 Password: RAZZ2020

17.01.2022 An important reminder: the Autism Spectrum is not linear. For a deeper dive from Autistic voices, please see: From artist Rebecca Burgess via The Art of Auti...sm, 'Understanding The Spectrum: A Comic Strip Explanation' (tinyurl.com/ycquoqur) From CL Lynch of NeuroClastic, '"Autism Is A Spectrum" Doesn't Mean What You Think' (tinyurl.com/y3h8gqzx)

16.01.2022 Here’s a free printable comic I made to help kids understand what good and bad friendships should feel like. It’s not always easy to distinguish between a relat...ionship that’s supportive and loving, and one that’s toxic or abusive. Teachers and parents, you can download it from my website and print it for school or home use (no commercial uses allowed). http://elisegravel.com/en/ See more

15.01.2022 Sensory Tools is presenting The Traffic Jam In My Brain Online workshop from the 1st October to 15th November 2020. There is a total of 8 modules to view and is equivalent to seven contact hours of instruction. The early bird rate $245 is available till the 21st September, and then the full rate of $279 will apply. BOOK HERE https://sensorytools.net//traffic-jam-in-my-brain-online-c

15.01.2022 Have you seen the Donation Dollar. You can donate your dollar to Autism NT. Challenge: How many can be donated to Autism NT?

14.01.2022 Supporting young people with disability to access NDIS employment support 22/09/2020 Did you know NDIS support can be accessed for school to work transition, and may be accessed much earlier than the final year of school? In fact, providers can support students that have an employment goal from around AGE 14... The NDIS Price Guide 2020-21 outlines that transition and employment support can be ‘supplied to any working-age participant (including students reaching working age) with an employment goal'. This may include supports to: explore what work would mean for them (discovery); build essential foundation skills for work; managing complex barriers to obtaining and sustaining employment; specialised job customisation; develop a career plan; and other capacity-building supports that are likely to lead to successful engagement in a Disability Employment Service. Research demonstrates that education and employment outcomes are significantly improved through exposure to real work experiences and career development opportunities at school. The NDS Ticket to Work ‘After School Jobs Project’ is an example of supporting students with disability into employment while at school. Providers may like to encourage young people, their parents and carers to consider including Transition and Employment Support in their next NDIS plan review. Even before then, Community Participation funding can be used to help start the journey to employment, including for volunteering or work experience placements. To find out more, see the NDIS resource, Let’s talk about work, or visit the Ticket to Work website for information about how this initiative can support students to gain an after-school job. Contact information For any enquiries, please contact Michelle Wakeford, National Ticket to Work Manager, 0413 750 745 [email protected]

14.01.2022 Contact [email protected]

14.01.2022 Thank you Eunoia Lane for the lovely gifts to Autism NT, they will be loved and we'll used Merry Christmas https://www.facebook.com/eunoialane/

14.01.2022 Here are some ideas for the School Holidays.

14.01.2022 D&D RESTOCK! Highlights include: Kobald Press Tome of Beasts 2 Hardcover for 5E... Kobald Press Tome of Beasts 2 Pawns for 5E Original Adventures Reincarnated #5- Castle Amber We also restocked on Dungeon Tiles and Adventure Grids!

13.01.2022 Thank you to the Halikos team for the support in 2020. We wish you all a very well earned rest and look forward to an amazing 2021

13.01.2022 Yes, poor eye contact is a characteristic of autistic individuals. No, we should not write goals to improve eye contact. Why? Well we need to listen to autisti...c adults and they say NOT to work on this. I vividly remember Temple Grandin saying, Here’s the deal people, I can either look at you or I can listen to you but I can’t do both. I have heard other autistic adults explain that making eye contact is painful or overwhelming. From a social communication perspective, eye contact shows the listener that you are paying attention. So here’s how I address this issue. I write goals for the child to visually check-in when asked a question or when the child’s name is called. By using the term visually check-in we are accepting the child’s response of looking in our general direction as acceptable. So a goal could read CHILD will visually check-in 3 times during story time with a preferred book or CHILD will visually check-in within 3 seconds of name being called. At age 15, my son still has poor eye contact, but he is SO much better at visually checking in at appropriate times when interacting with others. . . . #cariebertseminars #slpsofinstagram #instaslp #speechtherapy #slp #slpmom #autismmom

13.01.2022 Thank you RFDS Darwin for all your support for Autism in the NT.

13.01.2022 Today until 1pm

13.01.2022 Don't forget you can still buy tickets in the Peoples Choice raffle until the end of Feb. Great prizes and every dollar you spend goes to your choice of charity including Autism NT.

12.01.2022 We are looking for prizes and auction items. When you go shopping at Bunnings pick up a few extra items to donate to be auctioned off at he luncheon. Ask you place of work to donate and get FREE advertising, see below.... Buy seats here aapevents.eventsair.com/2020-autism-nt-luncheon

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11.01.2022 Check out Ash's bikes Give Ash a call to view and purchase

10.01.2022 Season’s Greetings! It’s our favourite time of year, to have a much-needed break and spend time with our family and friends. Autism NT will return on Thursday 7th January 2021 We wish you and your family a happy time, full of laughter and joy. If you find yourself needing to chat to someone, please reach out to a service we have listed some below for ease.... If you believe you or a child is in immediate danger, call Police on 000. Territory FACES Mon-Fri: 8am - 8pm Territory FACES 1800 999 900 Lifeline 24 hrs Lifeline 13 11 14 Men’s Line Australia 24 hrs MensLine Australia 1300 789 978 Kids Helpline: kidshelpline.com.au 1800 55 1800 Autism Advisory and Support Service 24 Hour Hotline 1300 222 777

09.01.2022 #WonderingWednesday This infographic created by Harriet Cannon looks at the positive features of autism. Really worth a share! We're here. We care. We're in this together. #ASGCStrongerTogether

09.01.2022 Join us to celebrate inclusivity, and appreciate and recognise champions within our community. Games and fun activities suitable for all abilities. Entertainment, Food and Drinks, Photobooth, Lord Mayoral Awards for people with disability.... NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE FREE transport from Darwin and Palmerston bus exchange. Please contact Integrated disAbility Action (IdA) Inc on 8948 5400 or email [email protected] to register. Date And Time Thu., 3 December 2020 - 11:00 am 2:00 pm

07.01.2022 Congratulations to Rebecca Forrest for receiving Citizen of the year. Rebecca Forrest you are truly an amazing contribution to the community. Especially the work you have done for the autism community in the NT.... Congratulations from the Autism NT committee and autism community.

06.01.2022 https://www.kidsonthespectrum.com.au/ultimate-christmas-gu/

05.01.2022 We had a visit from Hon Kate Worden minister of Disabilities today to see our new space in Palmerston. In Kate's role as member of Sanderson Electorate she raised $500 that Darwin Family Law (the wonderful Julian Barry) donated when kate rode in the 60km Sunbuild Top End Gran Fondo. Thank you Kate for Being Awesome for Autism in the NT.

05.01.2022 Do you like to draw or paint? Autism NT is looking for artwork to display as centre pieces at the Autism NT Luncheon 2020 Age: All ages, All sill levels ... Size: A4 land scape Medium: paint, pencil, texter . Scan to Autism NT [email protected] .. ASAP Autism NT is holding the major fundraiser at the Double tree Hilton on the 24th October 2020 and we had a great idea to display some of our members A4 landscape artwork. Autism NT will receive the scan copy and laminate the picture and display as the centre pieces on the tables, you can sign or not. Email to: [email protected] Thank you, Cherie,

04.01.2022 Freedom Leverage Programs Buy before 30th November at special prices for Autism NT members. 1. Everyday Print and Financial Literacy, which teaches young people how to operate effectively engaging with the necessary communication mediums and be comfortable working with numbers associated with trade in the marketplace. ($150/60 min [purchased in packages of 600 min @ $1,500]) (If booked and paid for before close of business November 30, only $750 for 600 min). If booked and... paid for prior to COB 30 November, then the lessons can be accessed whenever is convenient. 2. The Talent Dynamics for Young People (TDYP) Assessment and Debrief which provides the young person the opportunity to learn about their own a genius in their own way. It teaches them not only where there strengths lie, but also how to apply those strengths to their tailored learning journey. ($460/student) (If booked and paid for prior to close of business November 30, only $230/student). The TDYP is completed by the student at home. A report is generated and sent to the family and the Debrief is conducted at the convenience of the family. 3. Student-led, Inquiry-based Passion Projects that provide the young person with an opportunity to try-out different ideas which leverage their passions and leads them to discover their own purpose and authentic meaning for their life. ($2,250/student for 600 min face-to-face [$2,707 when packaged with the TDYP and Debrief] - Packaged at $1,357/student if booked and paid for by close of business Nov 30). 4. Genius Camps consolidate what they have learned about themselves along this journey, and teaches them how to find and work in teams to accomplish meaningful goals. We teach them good life skills and habits that will enhance their own life and the value that they bring to those that they work with so that they can have a positive impact on society. ($345USD). The next Camp will be held: 12th, 13th and 14th December, 2020 [See attached information]. 5. Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) equips young people with the skills and tools needed to create their own jobs, irrespective of the condition of the market. They learn independence, self-reliance and gain confidence to shape the future that they want for themselves. YEA teaches how to partner with others to build and implement businesses and other impactful projects. ($3,997USD) The next YEA will be held over the four weeks of January, 2021 [See attached information]. Here are some testimonials of the work that Lance Box has done in the area of literacy assistance: https://youtu.be/3pMcsWu4a8A Youtube Amanda Testimonial https://youtu.be/ZD0cwAPsonE Youtube Maria Testimonial https://youtu.be/p2I-Y_epsdI Youtube Naomi Testimonial To Book in with Freedom Leverage Online with Lance Box https://letsmeet.io/freedomleverageptyltd/60-minute-session

04.01.2022 A good article to read.

04.01.2022 Food for thought.

03.01.2022 AUTISM & MELTDOWNS: A GUIDE (Re-sharing this respectful, Autistic-crafted tip sheet from Bendigo Autistic Advocacy and Support Service - downloadable version be...low) TEXT: Autistic brains experience the world differently. Autistic experiences are real and valid. Sensory processing differences can mean some sounds, textures, tastes and sensations may be intolerable or painful. It can mean differences in movement, balance and different skills develop at a different pace. Meltdowns are an involuntary response to overload from sensory stimuli, overwhelm/exhaustion/anxiety, change or an accumulation or combination of these. Autistic people cannot control a meltdown. ~ Facts and Tips ~ It is important to respect and gently support a person in meltdown. Do not judge and please do not ever punish or impose consequences. Ensure safety of the person and yourself Give space Remove others from area Subtle supervision from distance **Intervene only if imminent danger** (e.g. traffic) DO NOT TOUCH/RESTRAIN Only hold person if known to be effective for them and only by someone known well Respect cues If speaking to, being close by, eye contact or touching someone increases distress or signs of distress, avoid these wherever possible Reduce eye contact Reduce speech Reduce volume Positive, calming tone Reduce environmental stimuli Where possible, reduce noise, bright lights Remove triggers Recovery time drink and snacks, space and unlimited access to calming/favourite activity is crucial Ensure environments/activities are inclusive and accessible. Download here: bendigoautisticadvocacy.weebly.com//autism___meltdowns.pdf

03.01.2022 Christmas party at Play Group NT Marrarra

03.01.2022 Thank you Lia for all your support for Autism in the NT

03.01.2022 FREE Teen Challenge on GeniusU starting 23rd Monday 23/11/2020 at 16:00 [5:30 pm ACST (Darwin)] and going through to Friday 27/11/2020 at 16:45 [6:15 pm ACST (Darwin)] Thank you Lance Box for this information https://www.geniusu.com/mentor_circles/737/events/2264

02.01.2022 NOTICE: due to unforeseen issues the Autism NT AGM has been rescheduled please see below AUTISM NORTHERN TERRITORY - AGM 2020 Its that time of the year again when we hold our annual general meeting - the old committee will stand down and a new committee will be elected.... When RESCHEDULED to Wednesday 4th November 2020 Time 5.30pm nibbles for a 6pm start Where Autism NT - shop 19 Nightcliff Woolworths If anyone is interested in being a part of this committee to improving the work of Autism NT throughout the NT community - then please contact Cherie at the Autism NT office on 89484424

02.01.2022 A few tips for managing social exhaustion ("Aka social burnout, introvert hangover, people-d out"). Image credit: Blessing Manifesting

01.01.2022 TEXT: When You’re Not Sure What To Say To Your (Teen) Child, But Know That You Want To Stay In Connection - CHEAT SHEET I’m here to support you. No matter wha...t. Let’s figure out a solution. This is really hard right now. But we can do hard things. Can you help me understand this better? I am listening. This boundary is not negotiable, but I still want to hear why you disagree. I know you are upset. When you’re ready to talk, I’m here. Everyone makes mistakes. Let’s take a breather, then brainstorm what to do. Image credit: WholeHearted School Counseling

01.01.2022 It is important we look out for each other. When we ask R U OK it can be awkward if they say NO I'M NOT! Did you know, It is OK not to be OK? This is important to know.... Check out these resources Let's have each others back

01.01.2022 Last days to BOOK into the Youth mental Health 2 day training. Tuesday 1st and 8th Dec 2020 Recognise common mental health problems in young people... Provide initial help using a practical, evidence-base Action Plan De-stigmatising attitudes increasing support to young people BOOK HERE https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-mental-health-first-a