Behaviour Therapy, Speech-Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy - Abbotsford
Behaviour, Speech-Language & Occupational Therapy
Monarch House Abbotsford improves access, coordinates treatment, and focuses on results for families and individuals with developmental delays, disabilities, and changing needs throughout their lifespan. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBA), speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists work collaboratively and individually as required to deliver evidence-based treatment in our centres, clients’ homes and schools, and in specialized housing settings. We are committed to continuous learning and conduct research to advance understanding and provide the most effective treatments possible.
Monarch House - Abbotsford
34252 Marshall RoadSuite 4
Abbotsford, BC
V2S 1L9
Languages:
French
Spanish
We can offer services in English and the above languages. Please contact us to learn more about availability.
| Monday | 8:30am - 7:00pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 7:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 7:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 7:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 7:00pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
Team
Chelsea Ganam
Director
Jennifer Watson
Behaviour Consultant
Kelly Wong
Occupational Therapist
Megan Wilcott
Board Certified Behavior Analyst®, Clinical Manager
Spencer Justice
Behaviour Consultant
Our Programs
1:1 Services with Behaviour interventionist
All programs delivered by your therapist will be regularly monitored and modified by the BCBA® according to the most stringent requirements set out by either the Behaviour Analytic Certification Board (BACB) and/or the funder. At Monarch House, a behaviour therapist will work with your child for a minimum of 7.5* hours a week in your home, in the centre, or in a combination of both. Regular family meetings are included in the comprehensive/Intensive Behaviour Intervention program. In these meetings parents are able to collaborate with the BCBA® in modifying current goals and creating new ones for their child.
We can help with:
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Assessment of baseline skills utilizing industry standard tools.
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Development of a comprehensive curriculum that targets skill acquisition across multiple domains (e.g., attending skills, visual skills, listener skills, imitation, speech/vocalization development, requesting, labelling, communication/conversation skills, play skills, group skills, social skills, pre-academic and academic skills, gross and fine motor skills, self-help skills, and activities of daily living).
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Assessment of problem behaviours (i.e., those interfering with learning or impacting on the individual’s health) and development of behaviour intervention plans.
One on One services with Clinicians (BC, SLP, OT)
Monarch house offers one on one services with our team of expert clinicians like Behaviour Consultants (BC), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) and Occupational therapists (OT). Our team provides assessment and treatment to individuals with speech, language, communication, and social skills concerns. Our therapy follows best practice guidelines where intervention goals are individually developed, progress against goals is consistently measured, and outcomes are shared with parents/clients on a regular basis.
Group therapy ( Social and Life Skills)
At Monarch House, we offer a variety of different recreational programs to individuals who are affected by any behavioural, communication, learning, and/or developmental delay. Our groups are run by clinicians enrolled in or in receipt of a Master’s degree program. All of our groups include a brief parent and individual assessment and goal setting session where an individualized program is designed and goals are worked on in a peer group with similar goals.
One on One tutoring with Behaviour interventionist
As part of the treatment program we offer one on one tutoring sessions with a Behaviour Interventionist who follows a prescribed behaviour plan. This plan is created and monitored by our Behaviour Consultants (BC’s) and may contain goals from the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and Occupational Therapist (OT).
Under 6 Social skills group
This group focuses on developing social skills necessary to successfully interact in typical community settings. Skill areas covered include understanding others perspectives, thoughts, beliefs and intention of others, and emotional regulation and awareness in self and others.
Spring break and Summer camps
Daily activities in the community that will expand your child’s interests and opportunities, foster community relationships and make new friends!
Events
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Free Developmental Screening: Abbotsford
These clinics provide a brief 15 minute consultation on your child’s speech and language skills, motor skills, problem solving skills and personal/social skills The clinic is run by a qualified team of professionals, including behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists. The results of screening are discussed with parents and are meant to indicate which areas are following typical development and which areas should be monitored more closely or require further assessment. The aim is to either support or refute your concerns and advise if a formal assessment is required. Open to children ages 1 to 5.5 years old. No Referrals needed. For more information or to register contact 604.755.8039 or abbotsford@monarchhouse.ca
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Last Wednesday of each month:
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Spring Break Camps
Join us March 18th to 22nd for a Fun & Fitness camp, where kids can participate in games, sports and competitions. This camp is for kids ages 7 and above. Or if you child is 7 and under join us March 25th to 29th for a Arts & Adventures camp, where kids can enjoy arts and crafts, obstacle courses and scavenger hunts. The costs for the camps are $500 per child for the week and $250 for siblings. The camps will run on the allocated weeks between 8:30am and 12:30pm. The registration deadline is March 4th 2019. Register today! As spots are limited. If you have any questions or would like to register please contact us at 604.755.8039 or email Kristine Dobson at kdobson@monarchhouse.ca.
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March 18th – 22nd 2019 Hours: From 8:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Monarch House is pleased to offer free developmental screening clinics. This monthly clinic is a free of charge, drop-in service for parents to address questions and/or concerns regarding their child’s development.
Monarch House Abbotsford is proud offer fun Spring Break Camps this March.Resources & Downloads
A Handbook for Parents and Guardians | A Handbook for Teachers |
| The handbook outlines the steps you can take in identifying developmental concerns and provides guidelines for next steps.
| The handbook outlines the steps professionals can take in identifying developmental concerns and how to support the child and parents.
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Monarch House Services Pamphlet - Simplified Chinese | Monarch House Services Pamphlet - Traditional Chinese |
| The pamphlet outlines the various services that Monarch House offers. | The pamphlet outlines the various services that Monarch House offers. |
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Research
Our expert team at Monarch House is dedicated to improving the understanding of evidence-based treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other communication, learning and motor disorders. Utilizing the latest technologies, best practices and many years of clinical experience, our team has produced a number of contributions to the scientific literature, yielding a growing body of evidence for treatment as well as improvements in clinical practice, which can be seen in our work at Monarch House.
Please click here to see the complete list of research done by and affiliated with Monarch House.