Learning Centre
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Mindful Moments from the St.Amant Jordan’s Principle Team
Introduction You may be wondering what makes a moment or an activity “mindful”. Mindfulness is a word described by expert Jon Kabat-Zinn as, “the awareness that arises through paying Read More... -
Caring for the Human Spirit Conference Now Online
The Caring for the Human Spirit Conference is the premier spiritual care forum for cutting-edge topics to enhance your spiritual care practice and ministry. This inspirational and transformative three-day conference Read More... -
Free counselling and health services to Manitobans of all ages during COVID-19 Pandemic
Four organizations within the Catholic Health Corporation of Manitoba are offering free counselling and health services to children, teens and adults to help respond to the growing need for Read More... -
Province-wide online autism education launches for Manitoba parents, families, educators, and community organizations
Free, person and family-centred web-based system announced on World Autism Awareness Day (April 2, 2020) In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, St.Amant Autism Programs is announcing that it has significantly ramped-up Read More... -
Online Wellness Communities Available
We are all experiencing these uncertain times differently, for most, our day to day routines have changed, and amongst other uncertainties, this can be difficult and affect our health, Read More... -
COVID-19 Resources
Key Information & Resources St.Amant COVID-19 Community Wellness Line: 204-258-7076 or 1-877-858-7076 *NEW* Shared Health Manitoba COVID-19 Screening Tool Guide for calling Health Links regarding people supported by Read More... -
Cultural Diversity Workshop registration now open
WRHA French Language Services in partnership with Accueil Francophone will be holding a Cultural Diversity Workshop on January 24, 2020, from 9am-4pm, at the St. Boniface Hospital Auditorium, 409 Read More... -
Video presentation – Challenging Eating: When Picky Becomes A Problem
Picky and problem eating behaviours are a common concern in many families. In this one-hour session, attendees will review basic strategies and tips to improve mealtime behaviours and limited Read More... -
Free autism workshop series provides skills for managing challenging behaviour
St.Amant is offering more Fulfilling Potential Workshops for community members. As always these workshops are free and you are not obligated to all five. Participants will learn about the characteristics Read More... -
Move N’ Groove Winnipeg Leisure Guide Class at St.Amant
St.Amant and the City of Winnipeg have partnered for a Winnipeg Leisure Guide activity at 440 River Road. Come have fun and get energized moving to some great upbeat Read More... -
Sensory Friendly Entertainment Accommodations Increasing
Family entertainment providers are becoming more accommodating to people with autism, their families, and caregivers by offering better ways to make sure everyone can have fun. Accommodations for people Read More... -
Register today for 5-week Workshop Series about autism
St.Amant is offering more Fulfilling Potential Workshops for community members. As always these workshops are free and you are not obligated to all five. As the next sessions begin Read More... -
Back by popular demand: Transition Planning Workshop Series
Transitioning into adulthood and the community can be challenging for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. Asperger’s Manitoba Inc. is pleased to offer a workshop series called Read More... -
Celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3rd
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is marked around the world annually to promote awareness and mobilize support for critical issues pertaining to the inclusion of persons with Read More... -
Sign up for Raising Children with Challenges 3-Day Online Summit
Parenting author Susan Stiffelman is hosting a free series next week that features dynamic speakers, writers, teachers, and experts in the field, including Dr. Ross Greene, Dr. Laura Markham, Read More... -
A Day of Learning – Autism Programs Overview
River East/Elmwood/Transcona Parenting Family Support Network present A Day of Learning for Parenting Support Professionals who are working with families that include a person with a disability Friday April Read More... -
Register for Palliative Care Conference
Palliative Care presents unique challenges when addressing the needs of those living with developmental disabilities. This workshop will provide an opportunity to actively engage in discussion about communication and Read More... -
Register for Feeding, Swallowing, Nutrition & Oral Care Workshop
Presented by St.Amant 9am – 4pm, Thursday, March 22 Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy Registration begins at 8:30 am Light Lunch and Refreshments Provided Developed for Direct Read More... -
‘Sweet without Sugar’ launches January 28th: children’s book features child with autism
The Literary Inclusion Project is launching, Sweet without Sugar, a children’s book about Sofie and her stuffed kitty cat, Sugar. Sugar helps Sofie feel comfortable during the day because Read More... -
Sign up for H.A.L.E Autism’s LEGO Based Social Skills Sessions
H.A.L.E Autism has LEGO Based Social Skills Sessions begin again starting Saturday, January 27 from 11:00am – 12:30pm. Sessions will start on February 27 and run until April 21. Read More... -
Register for Mindful Self-Compassion classes
Most of us feel compassion when a close friend is struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention whenever you needed it most? All that’s Read More... -
St.Amant Families invited to Mindful Practice Training workshop
Mindful Practice Training for Direct Care Providers Monday, June 12 7:00pm to 9:30pm 4th floor classroom at 440 River Road. This 2.5 hr workshop will be facilitated by Andrew Read More... -
Limited spaces available for ‘Advocating for your Family Member’ seminar
Inclusion Winnipeg presents Advocating for your Family MemberSaturday, June 24, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Main Floor Boardroom, 120 Maryland Street The seminar will assist families to attain Read More... -
How assistive technology help individuals with disabilities
Assistive technology is specialized equipment or devices that can help individuals with disabilities with their daily activities in areas such as communication, self-care, mobility, and vision. It also helps Read More... -
Registration now open for Feeding, Swallowing, Nutrition and Oral Care Workshop
Developed for Direct Service Providers, this workshop reviews the importance of identifying risk factors, nutrition, and adaptive strategies involved in supporting individuals with their mealtime experience. Participants will learn: Read More... -
Register for Mindful Self-Compassion classes
Most of us struggle to be kind to ourselves. When you’re a parent and caregiver in addition to all of the other roles you play in your life, it Read More... -
How anxiety disorders affect people
For people dealing with anxiety disorders, symptoms can feel strange and confusing at first. For some, the physical sensations can be strong and upsetting. For others, feelings of doom Read More... -
Helping your child cope with anxiety
Having a son or daughter who struggles with an anxiety disorder can be distressing. You closely watch for their overreactions and listen with a mix of love and aggravation Read More... -
Registration now open for iCan Shine Winnipeg’s iCan Bike Camp for people with disabilities
Registration is now open for iCan Shine Winnipeg’s iCan Bike Camp in July 2017. iCan Shine is an international charitable nonprofit organization that collaborates with local organizations and individuals Read More... -
What Predicts Life Satisfaction In Adults With Autism?
The ASD Mental Health Blog shared the recent research results on what predicts life satisfaction in adults with autism, by York University’s Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Care Research Read More... -
Webinar: Practical Functional Assessment & Treatment of Problem Behavior of Persons with Autism
Practical Functional Assessment & Treatment of Problem Behavior of Persons with Autism by Greg Hanley, Ph.D. Event Details Start: 13 January 2017 8:30 am The morning will have A Read More... -
The art of holding space
What does it mean to support a person with an intellectual disability? This article articulates the difference between doing things for someone versus supporting someone. Volume 5 – Issue Read More... -
Canadians with Down syndrome give answers to most-asked questions
Down Syndrome Answers is a series of 40 YouTube videos featuring people with the syndrome and their families answering common and sometimes uncomfortable questions about living with a developmental Read More... -
Registration open for sensory-friendly event at Children’s Museum
The Children’s Museum is introducing EXPLORE-ABILITIES – a new sensory-friendly museum experience designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to have fun and enjoy Read More... -
Save the dates for Mindful Self-Compassion program
Most of us struggle to be kind to ourselves. When you are a parent and caregiver in addition to all of the other roles you play in your life, Read More... -
Register for Feeding, Swallowing, Nutrition & Oral Care Workshop
Feeding, Swallowing, Nutrition & Oral Care Workshop Presented by St.Amant Thursday, December 1 | 9 am – 4 pm Norwood Hotel 112 Marion Street Registration Begins at 8:30 am Read More... -
Nurturing Resilience Among Children, Youth, & Families with Complex Needs Training
Register now for a joint conference offered by Marymound and the Aulneau Renewal Centre called Nurturing Resilience Among Children, Youth, & Families with Complex Needs on November 30-December 1, Read More... -
Feedback for PHIA
Privacy is a cornerstone of our work. As health care professionals we read, write about, and discuss the personal health information of people we support and their families every Read More... -
Local stand-up with Asperger’s hosts comedy workshop for everyone
Life is tough. You can choose to laugh or cry about it. Adam Schwartz, a local stand-up comedian with Asperger’s, knows something about this and wants to empower you Read More... -
Supporting People Through Grief & Loss Seminar
It is often a challenge to support people through grief and loss. In this session you’ll gain a greater understanding of the concepts of grief, loss and bereavement and Read More... -
Learn how self-compassion training can improve your life
This morning, Dawn MacDonald represented Catholic Health Corporation of Manitoba and the Compassion Project in an interview on CTV Morning Live Winnipeg. The topic was self-compassion, giving Dawn an Read More... -
The Impact of Autism Service Intensity on Children’s Outcomes
The 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 Read More... -
Every Moment Has Potential: Online resource for support workers
Every Moment Has Potential is an online learning resource developed specifically for disability support workers. The resource provides an introduction to Person Centred Active Support – a way of Read More... -
An Evaluation of Mindful Practice Training for Direct Support Providers
Mindful Practice for Direct Support Providers is a training program aimed at improving caregiver behaviors to promote meaningful care experiences. St.Amant Reserach Centre will be evaluating the effects this Read More... -
H.A.L.E Autism’s LEGO Based Social Skills Group & Social Skills Sessions Return
H.A.L.E Autism’s LEGO Based Social Skills Group starts on Saturday, September 17 and ends on November 26, at St. Amant in Winnipeg. It will run from 10:30am – 12:00pm Read More... -
Disability experts share the ABCs of going back to school
St.Amant is a leader is service and support for children and adults with developmental disabilities and autism. As parents and teachers prepare for the upcoming school year, our clinicians Read More... -
Animal Therapy vs. Having A Pet: Panel Discussion
A panel discussion, held at the 2016 Canadian Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Autism, focused on the impact of the animals in the lives of persons with disabilities, whether Read More... -
A Toolkit for Opening Staffed Community Homes in Manitoba
New Directions, which supports individuals with an intellectual disability and/or physical disability in community homes, has developed a toolkit for organizations who operate staffed 24/7 licensed community-based homes. This Read More... -
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 Read More... -
New research shows giving people control over their government funding is better for everyone
Newly released research shows that giving disabled people more choice over how they use their government funding is more economical in the long term, and gets better outcomes for Read More...
Upcoming Events
- October 6, 2020
8:00 am – 4:00 pm - October 7, 2020
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Challenging Behaviour
When an individual is engaging in challenging behaviour that’s potentially harmful to themselves or others, it’s very difficult for all of those involved.
Support for Caregivers
Parent Network meetings throughout the year where parents can have conversations around specific areas of challenge or concern.
