St.Amant Research Centre Shares Update on Study of the Impact of Community Transitions
There is little research about what happens after persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities move from institutions into community homes. Does living in a home impact health, access to healthcare, and quality of life? St.Amant Research Centre is conducting a long-term study that aims to answer these questions. We are also looking at St.Amant’s Community […]
2020 IASSIDD Conference Invites Abstract Submissions
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have a right to healthcare that meets their specific health and developmental needs. As members of the health sector, the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IASSIDD) Special Interest Research Group are actively exploring the nature and extent of the inequalities often faced […]
Dr. Shooshtari awarded at IASSIDD for research paper
Congratulations to Dr. Shahin Shooshtari on receiving the highly commended award for her paper on “Aging with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Manitoba”. She received the award while at the 5th IASSIDD (International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) European Congress in Athens, Greece this summer. The research paper found that […]
Participants Needed For Research
Participants Needed For Research Study on the Effects of a Mindfulness-Based Training Program on Behaviour Intervention Procedural Fidelity. Are you an Autism Tutor working in the classrooms? We are seeking Autism Tutors from St.Amant Autism Programs You must work in an autism classroom OR at a daycare centre You must also have at least 3 […]
Online survey: Quality of life of children with autism
CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY The University of New Brunswick is conducting a study examining the well-being of school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We invite you to participate in this study. If you choose to participate, you will complete an online questionnaire. The survey takes most people approximately 20 minutes to complete […]
Bridging the gap: from evidence to improved health for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities
The International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Ulster University & Health SIRG presents: Bridging the gap: from evidence to improved health for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities Hilton Hotel, Belfast, Northern Ireland June 19-21, 2017 For information, please contact Dr. Laurence Taggart: l.taggart@ulster.ac.uk Full details of conference to follow […]
Canadian Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Autism: Call for Papers
The Canadian Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Autism, presented by St.Amant, is an annual gathering intended to bring together a range of people committed to enhancing quality of supports and services for people with developmental disabilities and autism. Join us in 2017 as we celebrate 25 years of this educational and inspirational event. A list […]
Seeking input from parents of children with autism about experiences of support
A York University study is looking to hear from parents of children with autism about the kinds of social support they receive and want. We know that social support can be immensely helpful for families, and the research shows a link between good support and lower levels of stress, anxiety, and burden. This support may […]
The Impact of Autism Service Intensity on Children’s Outcomes
St.Amant Research Centre examined archival data of a community-based early intensive behavioural intervention program to determine the effect service intensity has on outcome measures in different domains for children with autism spectrum disorder. Overall, we found that children showed significant improvements after one year of early intensive behavioural intervention service, and that treatment intensity may […]
St.Amant Presents 24th Annual Canadian Conference On Developmental Disabilities And Autism
With a specific focus on practical tools, behaviour, research, ethics, and best practice, this conference will leave you with innovative strategies and information to better support individuals with developmental disabilities and autism. Presented by St.Amant Early Bird Pricing Until April 15 1 day: $225 (includes networking & cocktail event at the end of May […]
Report: Evidence Briefing on Respite Services for People with Intellectual or Developmental Disability
This report will provide a summary of the current state of respite on a global scale, and provide research evidence to support the potential St.Amant respite service expansion. Respite is a range of services aimed at supporting families and individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities with/without complex health needs. For decades, these services have arranged […]
Welcome Charmayne Dubé
Dr. Charmayne Dubé is the newest addition to the St.Amant Research Team. She brings 27 years of experience working in the disability sector from direct service to program administration. Charmayne is trained as an Occupational Therapist and she’s no stranger to the Research Centre, having completed her PhD in Applied Health Sciences under the guidance […]
St.Amant Research Centre Report On Impact Of Transitioning Individuals From Institutions To The Community
St.Amant Research Centre reviewed current standards and practices as background information on the process, benefits and barriers to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) to transition from large institutions to community-based settings. Transitioning individuals from large institutions is a step forward in the care standards provided for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Already, countries such as […]
IASSIDD Newsletter on Physical Activity and Health
Dr. Bev Temple is a member of an IASSIDD (International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) Special Interest Research Group on Health Issues and co-editor of this recently published newsletter.
New Report on Health Assessments
The Comprehensive Health Assessment Program (CHAP) is an assessment tool that physicians and caregivers can use to help individuals with intellectual disability (ID) overcome barriers to accessing proper health care. We conducted interviews and focus group discussions with physicians and other individuals providing care to persons with ID to ask whether they would be willing […]
Keeping Support Providers Safe at Work
On September 26, St.Amant hosted a special event called Keeping Support Providers Safe at Work. Over 40 guests met to learn about the results of our injury prevention research, funded by the Research and Workplace Innovation Program at Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba. Guests also engaged in discussion about what care providers can do to […]
Clinical Decision Making and Preference Assessment Article
An article from one of Knowledge Translation in Developmental Disabilities‘ working groups titled, Clinical Decision Making and Preference Assessment for Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities has been published by the American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Abstract Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities are able to reliably express their likes and dislikes through […]
New Article on Interventions for Challenging Behaviours
An article from our School Knowledge Translation research team titled, Interventions for Challenging Behaviours of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities: A Synthesis Paper has been published by Exceptionality Education International. For more information please visit: https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/eei/vol23/iss1/2/
New Report on Injuries and Challenging Behaviour
Some people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD) can behave aggressively toward others and injuries sometimes result. At St.Amant, direct-care employees are trained to prevent injuries resulting from challenging behaviour. However, it is not completely known how effective current training programs are in assisting staff to respond to real life situations. A research team at […]
New Health Promotion Book Coming Soon
Bev Temple was a contributor of two chapters in a new book titled, Health Promotion for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. For more information please visit: https://www.mcgraw-hill.co.uk/html/033524694X.html
Guest Speaker At St.Amant On Health Assessments, Research and Beyond
Dr. Nick Lennox of the University of Queensland’s Centre in Australia will be giving a presentation at St.Amant on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 1:30pm titled, “Health Assessments, Research and Beyond. What we know and what we don’t know.” This presentation will cover what we think we know about the effects of health assessments for […]
Injuries and Challenging Behaviour
Some people with developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) can behave aggressively toward others and injuries sometimes result. At St.Amant, employees who provide support to people with ID/DD are trained in how to prevent injuries resulting from challenging behaviour. However, it is not completely known how effective current training programs are in assisting staff to […]
Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Interview
Dr. Shanin Shoostari was interviewed by the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba about her current research and shares her thoughts in this video.
Supporting the Health Research Community
St.Amant Research Centre helped to celebrate the Manitoba Health Research Council’s 30th Anniversary by taking part in the Manitoba – Where Health Research Comes to Life event held at The Forks Market November 9th. This is a clip from our presentation about Choice Making:
Conference Presentations
Members of our School Knowledge Translation research team presented at the Geneva Centre for Autism International Symposium 2012 in Toronto. We presented on: Practical Applications of Preference Assessment, Effective Interventions for Challenging Behaviours, and the Importance of Building Shared Vocabulary with Interdisciplinary Research Teams. For more information, please contact us at research@stamant.mb.ca
Shaw TV Research Spotlight
Dr. Javier Virués-Ortega was featured in a Shaw TV Winnipeg segment on autism research and treatment in Manitoba. The segment was arranged by the Manitoba Institute for Child Health.
In Memoriam
We mourn the passing of Dr. Jeanette Holden (1947-2012): a dedicated champion of autism research, a valued collaborator and research affiliate, and a dear friend.
A Knowledge Translation Casebook
We’re proud to have our story, Knowledge Translation in Developmental Disabilities: Voices from the Community included in Innovations in Knowledge Translation: the SPHERU KT Casebook (PDF download). More information about the Casebook, published by the Saskatchewan Population Health and Evaluation Research Unit, is available at kidSKAN.
International Attention
Our researcher Dr. Javier Virués-Ortega was featured in the Winnipeg Free Press. Javier described some of his research goals and spoke of the value of being at St.Amant and its Research Centre. Great news!
Welcome Dr. Javier Virués-Ortega
The latest addition to our growing research team is Dr. Javier Virués-Ortega, newly-hired at the University of Manitoba in the Department of Psychology’s Applied Behavioural Analysis area. Javier will be the focus of a future Research Bulletin – stay tuned!
Elements of a Vision
We presented at an event to honour The Winnipeg Foundation‘s support for our work. The following slides summarize our progress toward our vision. Click here to view the slides.
New Research Affiliates
We’re very proud to welcome three new research affiliates to the research centre: Dr. Marni Brownell, Dr. Diana McMillan, and Dr. Frank Symons. Their expertise is sure to enrich our future collaborations. Welcome!