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The GRAS Team is proud to help out our community during the holiday season.

The GRAS Team celebrates another amazing year!

The GRAS team participated in the Autism Speaks Canada Walk in Waterloo, Ontario.

The GRAS team participated in the Autism Speaks Canada Walk in Waterloo, Ontario.

This year marks the GRAS team's third year taking part in our annual food drive and sponsoring families in our community.

Explaining PECS (Picture Exchange Communication Systems).

Explaining FCT (Functional Communication Training).

Some children find brushing their teeth difficult, especially when coordination or sensory sensitivities are involved. This post shares simple, supportive techniques and visual tools that make the process easier, more enjoyable, and tailored to each child’s needs.

Social stories use simple pictures and sentences to help children understand routines, emotions, and unfamiliar situations. Learn how they support independence, teach positive responses, and make complex skills easier to grasp through clear, visual guidance.

Learn how Direct Instruction uses structured lessons, clear cues, and evidence-based teaching strategies to build skill mastery and promote generalization. A practical breakdown of how this ABA method supports consistent, accurate learning.

Picky eating is more than just refusing foods—it can involve sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and habits. Learn how tailored strategies, gradual exposure, and collaborative support can help children explore new foods confidently and enjoy mealtimes.

Hello! Here we share tips on setting small goals, forming healthy habits, and making positive changes in your daily life.