Autism Patience

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Autism Patience When it comes to autism, patience is crucial for several reasons. People with autism may process information differently or struggle with specific tasks due to sensory sensitivities, communication challenges, or rigid thinking patterns. Patience allows them the time and space needed to navigate these challenges and develop their skills at their own pace. […]

Teaching How to Eat Properly With Utensils: A Spoonful of Developmental Milestones

Teaching How to Eat Properly With Utensils

Teaching How to Eat Properly With Utensils: A Spoonful of Developmental Milestones Teaching children how to eat properly with utensils is pivotal for their holistic development and paves the way for independence. At Blue Parachute, we understand that sometimes we can use some help when teaching children on the autism spectrum life skills, such as […]

Blue Parachute – Why Is Pretend Play Important?

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Blue Parachute – Why Is Pretend Play Important? What is pretend play? Also known as imaginative play and sometimes called symbolic play, this activity plays a crucial role in the overall development of individuals, including those on the autism spectrum. It can help a child’s development, including various essential skills they will need today and […]

Sign Language for Autism

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Sign Language for Autism Autism and sign language can intertwine in several ways, often serving as a valuable tool for communication and expression for individuals on the autism spectrum. There are many ways that sign language for autism can be used. At Blue Parachute, we understand that sign language is a beneficial tool. When it […]

How to Prepare for Adulthood

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Autism: How to Prepare for Adulthood  Preparing for adulthood as an individual on the autism spectrum involves various aspects. This includes understanding autistic adult traits, making friends, developing skills for independent living, and others. Blue Parachute has an extensive video catalogue that serves as autism home support services. Continue reading below to learn more about […]

Autism Social Skills | Developing Connections

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Autism Social Skills | Developing Connections Autism social skills play a crucial role in fostering meaningful connections and navigating social nuances. Understanding these skills is essential for individuals on the autism spectrum and those guiding their development. This comprehensive guide explores various aspects of autism social skills, including goals, training, and activities, shedding light on […]

Autism Life Skills: Nurturing Independence and Empowering Futures

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Autism Life Skills: Nurturing Independence and Empowering Futures Living with autism brings its unique set of challenges, and acquiring essential life skills is a key aspect of fostering independence and navigating daily life successfully. Blue Parachute is committed to providing valuable autism home support services through our video library, created by Licensed and Certified Behavior […]

Ensuring Autism Safety: A Comprehensive Guide

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Ensuring Autism Safety: A Comprehensive Guide Living with autism presents unique challenges, and one of the critical aspects is safety awareness. Autism safety is not just about the individual’s well-being but also about fostering a supportive community. This comprehensive guide will explore autism safety, awareness, products, and effective teaching methods to enhance safety skills for […]

Positive Behavior | Support Plan Examples for Autism

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Positive Behavior: Support Plan Examples for Autism At Blue Parachute, our mission is to provide valuable resources and support for individuals of all ages, including children on the autism spectrum. When you catch your child being good, you want them to repeat this behavior. This is why learning how to foster positive behavior in those […]

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Teaching How to Make Snacks

A young boy wearing a striped sweater with a green apron with blue trim worn on top us three smaller bows, one larger bowls, and some shells from brown eggs in front of him. He is grabbing one of the smaller bowls with his left hand, and about to grab a blue spoon, which is laying inside that bowl, with his right hand. This illustrates teaching how to make snacks when someone is on the autism spectrum.

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Teaching How to Make Snacks At Blue Parachute, we recognize the importance of developing essential life skills for individuals on the autism spectrum. One such skill is learning how to make snacks. Teaching children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to prepare their own snacks not only promotes independence but also enhances their […]