Going to the airport can be a stressful experience, especially for children with autism. The bright lights, loud noises, and crowded spaces can be overwhelming. However, with some preparation and thoughtful planning, you can make the journey smoother for your child and yourself. Preparation is…

 Most parents of children with autism, at some point or throughout the entire journey, become depressed and tired. This is very normal and common, and there are many reasons for that. As you deal with these feelings of depression, exhaustion, and worry, it’s important to…

  The Japanese call it “Nature Bathing” and they encourage people to get at least two hours a week of time out in the great outdoors. It has been proven to be good for one’s mental health, sleep, stress, creativity, and overall fitness. Hiking, and…

  While everyone loves a good story and a peaceful place to enjoy it, not all of us have the same opportunity to achieve this. This is a problem that libraries and bookstores have been trying to remedy since their very inception. ​Beyond a place…

    You can learn from your own experience. However, learning from the experience of others is far more efficient. Children can gain considerable understanding towards their skill development by working with a mentor. Children with autism can benefit even more, as they have unique…

    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…