Community of Practice in Autism: “Understanding Sensory Reactivity and Regulation through the Optimal Engagement Band”

Many children with autism present with unique and varied sensory needs. Although professionals and parents are now aware of different sensory tips, tricks and tools, there is still some confusion on how to implement different sensory-based interventions to best meet the needs of children and youth with autism. 

The Optimal Engagement Band, adapted from Baranek et. al. (2001), provides a visual framework of how to understand each child’s sensory profile and select individualized, sensory-based interventions for children and youth with autism. 

This presentation will include a discussion of the seven senses, the Optimal Engagement Band and how parents and professionals can use this information to improve engagement when supporting children and youth with autism.

 Professional development
A general letter of attendance will be available at the end of the presentation.
Continuing Education credits (2 credit hours) from NASW-RI and RIMCHA will be available pending approval.

Reasonable accommodation / language request:
If you need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., ASL interpreter), materials in an alternate format (e.g. large print) or information in a language other than English to fully participate in this event, please indicate your request on the registration form.