Classifieds

Autism Calgary Classifieds

Please note that services or products being offered through this page have not been vetted by Autism Calgary. This page is simply an avenue for members of Autism Calgary’s community to share information about services and products that they are offering or wanting. We encourage anyone considering utilizing a product or service described below to screen, interview and check all references for suitability

OFFERed

Drop-In Respite (posted Feb 22, 2021)Former Teacher and current FSCD consultant offering daily drop-in respite.Flexible drop in and pick up times.

  • Safe and structured outdoor adventures.
  • Sensory rooms
  • Guided play
  • Overnight stays

Please email or phone 587-832-0888

Community Respite Services

Jennifer Jerzak
Autism Parent
Currently offering Respite Services
Phone: 403-437-7998

 

Findings Resource Center

 

Rooms/Respite

Contact: 403-903-5113           

Hi my name is Natalie Williams, I have 3 rooms for clients. I live in a beautiful newly renovated home located in NE Calgary. I’m looking to become a fulltime roommate/ respite to provide the care that the clients need to improve their skills and their wellbeing. 
 
I have been in this field for a long time, my experience is quite diverse, I have experience with complex behavior, medical needs, brain injuries and schizophrenia
 
I welcome your call for a tour and one to one interview. 

 

Supportive Roommate Available (posted Jan. 8, 2020)

 

Christian Special Needs Parent Support Group

Contact: Sunu , 403 869 5572, 

My name is Sunu. I have a seven year old boy with special needs. I run a small, Christian parent group once a month. Our goal is to provide support for families with special needs through Bible based, spiritual activities like meditation, counselling , praise and worship. We also provide small group bible class for children with disabilities ( We provide 1:1 support if needed). This group is free of charge.

Hydra Martial Arts Society of Calgary 

Contact: Brad Hutchison(Head Instructor) Phone: (403)809-8856  Website: www.hydramartialarts.weebly.com

Martial Art Classes with on going enrollment for individuals with various disabilities 

I run a martial arts group we have classes for individuals with special needs and regular members of all ages. Individuals with special needs find with us that they can easily adapt and fit in to the main stream. We are about inclusiveness not exclusiveness. Any one is welcome to come and try a class for free. We have done our work many times as programs for different groups and have extensive knowledge on many disabilities. We are the only actual group in Calgary who truly offers a special needs program related to martial arts.

Precision Tutoring

Contact: 587-500-8686        mikebraeu.wixsite.com/precisiontutoring

Description: “Are you ready for the 21st century? Math and Programming skills are today’s equivalent of being able to read and write. I have experience tutoring Junior/Senior High school students, as well as 1st, 2nd 3rd and 4rth year undergraduate level courses in Math and Computer Science. I have a BSc in Pure Math, and another in Computer Science. I also have experience working with students that have unusual learning styles and learning disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder.

I have a very broad background and am interested in all sorts of things. I can meet students in public places such as on campus or in libraries, or in their homes. My rate varies according to the course, location of meeting, as well as length of sessions, but the basic rate is $35/hour. Contact me via phone, email, or on my website.

I also organize the Calgary Mathematics Meetup, in which technically inclined professionals meet to discuss more advanced topics in a social setting. Look it up on Meetup if you are interested.”

 

 

 


WANTED

Energetic Respite/Community Support Worker (Posted March 12, 2020)

I am looking for an experienced individual to assist in providing care for a 36-year-old male in his home and eventually on community outings once a trusting relationship has been established. The position is located  west of Calgary. He has severe autism, developmentally delayed, has behavioral issues along with anxiety. He requires assistance with all aspects of daily living including bathing dressing meal prep/feeding and  incontinence. The applicant requires a reliable vehicle with current insurance with 2 million dollars third party liability, valid drivers license, police clearance vulnerable persons check. Must speak, read and write english fluently. The position is flexible, currently for 5-6 hours one day per week with the possibility of transitioning to more days. Salary $18-$22 per hour depending on experience.

If interested, please email resume to

 

 


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