Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays @ 4314 S. Cottage Grove, Rm 103 - 312.747.8571

RCADD’s lending library maintains a categorical selection of both functional and educational resources relating to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD’s) and various other Developmental Delays. Resources include: books for both professionals and parents, audio and video resources, children’s books, games and activities with adaptation instructions, take-home packs, and a range of informational/referral handouts. RCADD also has software programs, materials, and lamination for parents and teachers to make customized support material to meet the needs of specific children. Upon completing an RCADD application, patrons receive free access to all RCADD resources and can check out two items for a two week period.

RCADD provides training opportunities specific to the needs of those teaching, serving, or caring for a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or other Developmental Delays. Trainings are designed in light of evidence-based treatments and interventions as well as current promising practices. By participating in interactive activities, participants increase their knowledge and develop a real-life understanding of the characteristics of autism and other developmental delays. RCADD’s professional staff customizes training to meet the needs and requests of Head Start and other organizations. In addition, the staff also offers one-on-one consultations for all patrons and provides ongoing support to develop patrons’ ability to independently access RCADD resources. Innovative training sessions include: Understanding Autism and Tips and Tools for Homes and Schools.

Upcoming (0)

Sorry, there are no upcoming events

Past (24)

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little  Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Dec 10 • 9:30 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Nov 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Oct 7 • 10:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Sep 10 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Sep 2 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Aug 5 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Jul 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Jun 3 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, May 6 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Apr 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Mar 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed) primary image

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed)

Wed, Dec 10 • 9:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little  Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Dec 10 • 9:30 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Nov 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Oct 7 • 10:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Sep 10 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Sep 2 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Aug 5 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Jul 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Jun 3 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, May 6 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Apr 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Mar 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed) primary image

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed)

Wed, Dec 10 • 9:00 AM

Free

RCADD’s lending library maintains a categorical selection of both functional and educational resources relating to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD’s) and various other Developmental Delays. Resources include: books for both professionals and parents, audio and video resources, children’s books, games and activities with adaptation instructions, take-home packs, and a range of informational/referral handouts. RCADD also has software programs, materials, and lamination for parents and teachers to make customized support material to meet the needs of specific children. Upon completing an RCADD application, patrons receive free access to all RCADD resources and can check out two items for a two week period.

RCADD provides training opportunities specific to the needs of those teaching, serving, or caring for a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or other Developmental Delays. Trainings are designed in light of evidence-based treatments and interventions as well as current promising practices. By participating in interactive activities, participants increase their knowledge and develop a real-life understanding of the characteristics of autism and other developmental delays. RCADD’s professional staff customizes training to meet the needs and requests of Head Start and other organizations. In addition, the staff also offers one-on-one consultations for all patrons and provides ongoing support to develop patrons’ ability to independently access RCADD resources. Innovative training sessions include: Understanding Autism and Tips and Tools for Homes and Schools.

Events

Sorry, there are no upcoming events
Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little  Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Dec 10 • 9:30 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Nov 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Oct 7 • 10:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Sep 10 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Sep 2 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Aug 5 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Jul 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Jun 3 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, May 6 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Apr 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Mar 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed) primary image

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed)

Wed, Dec 10 • 9:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little  Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training Workshop (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Dec 10 • 9:30 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Nov 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Oct 7 • 10:00 AM

Free

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends) primary image

Head Start Toilet Training (Presented by Little Friends)

Thu, Sep 10 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Sep 2 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Aug 5 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Jul 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Jun 3 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, May 6 • 10:00 AM

Free

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools primary image

Tips & Tools for Homes & Schools

Wed, Apr 1 • 10:00 AM

Free

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals primary image

Understanding Autism: An Overview for Families & Professionals

Wed, Mar 4 • 10:00 AM

Free

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed) primary image

Little Friends Toilet Training (Registration is Closed)

Wed, Dec 10 • 9:00 AM

Free