“You Belong” captures the essence of everything that Monarch House represents.  When it comes to the care and treatment of people with ASD, we don’t see a disability, we see autism as a form of superpower. In that way, we encourage everyone…

      There is more than one way to get your message across. Communication is a huge part of human interaction. We are used to speaking to other people to relay information. However, for non-verbal children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this can be…

      Safety is most people’s number one priority. Children being children, they still need quite a lot of supervision when they are younger. Ensuring the safety of children with autism requires extra special attention due to their unique needs and challenges. Autism often…

    Do you have concerns that your child or loved one might have autism? It’s better to find out sooner than later as early diagnosis is crucial for implementing effective interventions and supports. Those that stall sometimes find themselves falling behind on addressing developmental…

    It’s a blessing to have parents that are healthy and capable of being a part of your child’s life. Some of us are even fortunate enough to have grandpa or nana actively involved in the day-to-day care of our children. For those lucky…

    Knowing how to cook their own meals is one of the signs that your teen is emerging into adulthood. Same goes with doing their own laundry, and shopping for their own groceries. Getting around the city solo is a big one too. For…

      Do you have a child that sits on the sidewalk and refuses to walk when asked? How about a toddler that topples into a tumultuous tantrum at the mere suggestion that they can’t have all the treats while grocery shopping? Kids can…

      Enjoying the company (and putting up with) brothers and sisters is a big part of many children’s upbringing. This is intensified when a sibling has a neurodivergence. It can be a unique and challenging experience to have a brother or sister with…

  Ten Reasons For Early Intervention For Children With Autism Mississauga    Uncertainty is like paralysis. You’ll be doomed to inaction when it comes to your child’s development if you don’t get an answer one way or another about their neurodivergent status. A failure to…

Nine Nutrition and Dietary Considerations For Children With Autism Toronto   Kids can be fussy when it comes to food. They’ll be vocal about it too. This can make mealtimes a headache, and if a parent doesn’t stay on top of it, they’ll give in…