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Hi !
Welcome to Day 21 of Your Child With Autism: How to Connect and Empower Your Child to Create a Life of Peace, Harmony and Freedom
Today, we learn from 2 experts on …
How to Create a Study Area for Your
Child & The Story of Jacqui Jackson
Our first expert, Lucy Healy, is a UK based Architect working in the education sector. Having undertaken her postgraduate thesis in spatial design for young people on the Autistic Spectrum, she has a specific interest in tackling the complex issues of end users with Special Educational Needs, in particular autistic spectrum, through careful planning and design of physical spaces. She has also published
articles and spoken at conferences on her insight into this underwhelmingly, under-researched area.
In this Highly Interactive Workshop, We Will Be Discussing:
- How to choose a dedicated study space in your house
- Create a calm area adjacent to study space
- Important factors like: lighting, color, finishes, patterns that affect
the child
Our second speaker, Dr. Jacqui Jackson, is a British speaker and writer who addresses topics such as parenting, family, education, the criminal justice system, design, employment and sensory issues associated with the Autism Spectrum. Jacqui holds a PhD in the field of Design and the impact of the built and digital environment on individuals on the Autism Spectrum. She is also a parent of 8 children and young adults, 5 of whom are on the Autism Spectrum and have a range of differences such as Asperger Syndrome, ADHD, Bi Polar and Autism.
In this Highly Interactive Workshop, We Will Be Discussing:
- How Jacqui raises and advocates for her children
- What factors can affect challenging behavior
- The benefit of a digital environment
- Tips for parents
To stay connected with Dr. Jackson:
After the workshop, make sure to go to our private Facebook Group
to share with us your Biggest Takeaways and What Shifted for You so together we can celebrate it!
PS. Hit reply to this email to let me know what your favorite interview was and if you have any questions for me!
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