In every country, everywhere in the world, there is a shared belief that playgrounds should be for everyone to enjoy. They are almost always in an easily accessible park and they are always free. However, by extension of this thinking, playgrounds should also…

    Your kids are going to reach a certain age where they will be glued to their phones. Usually around adolescence, they get access to the first screens that are theirs and theirs alone, and they never let go after that. You can’t be…

    At Monarch House we work with children of all ages. When it comes to teens, we change our focus from some of the more basic fundamentals to find other ways to empower young adults with autism. For instance, we help set them up…

    Do you remember Amanda Todd? The fifteen-year-old was relentlessly cyberbullied in 2012 and tragically took her own life. Her death put a spotlight on how vulnerable teens are to online predators. Today, cybersecurity is a critical skill for everyone. This goes twofold for…

Being able to tell if a person is upset, angry, or playful is an important lifelong skill that shapes our ability to navigate the world. This is referred to as “emotional literacy” and it is defined as the ability to recognize, understand, and express emotions…

  As a parent you want to provide for your children as best you can. It’s your role to keep them happy, healthy, and safe from harm. However, what happens when your child simply cannot communicate the pain they are experiencing? There’s no worse feeling…

Haircuts can be a challenging experience for some children, especially those with autism. The meeting discussed various strategies to make this process smoother and less stressful. Preparation and Familiarization: Introduce Sounds and Sensations: Gradually expose children to the sounds and sensations of a haircut. Let…

  One of the most cherished memories you can have with your kids are those lazy Saturday nights when the whole family gets together to pile in the blankets, break out the popcorn bowls, and settle in with a favourite movie. Movie nights are a…

  It’s not easy being a police officer. There is a lot of pressure to always keep your best face forward in the community and act as a positive role model. One of the interesting, but also stressful, parts of the job is working with…

  Grocery shopping can be one of the most aggravating experiences of the week. You do your best to get healthy, wholesome food that your family can enjoy, only to realize a few days later that they won’t touch half the stuff on their plate…