More Than Words® — The Hanen Program® for Parents of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder or Social Communication Difficulties
Details
- Communication and Play
- 3 to 8
Families must be prepared to commit to the entire workshop series. Individual sessions are scheduled based on family and clinician availability during those weeks. If you have questions about your child’s eligibility based on their communication profile, please connect with the facilitator.
- Caregiver Training
- Communication
- Language
- Play
Contact
For questions about this service, including suitability and/or eligibility, contact Miranda Ableson Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation at or mablesonslp@gmail.com.
About
Algoma
123 March St. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z5 Suite 300 Balance Therapy Collective
More Than Words is a supportive program that helps parents and caregivers learn practical ways to build their child’s communication, play, and imitation skills. Through group sessions and individual visits, families discover what motivates their child, how to keep interactions going, and how to use everyday moments to encourage meaningful communication and connection.
Each family will receive a total of 9 group workshop sessions (2.5 hours each) on Monday evenings (parents only), and 4 individual consultations, which include parent and child. The program rotates between a few workshop sessions and an individual consultations.
September 14th, 2026
Play. Connect. Grow. - October
Details
- Communication and Play
- Social Skills Groups
- 3 to 8
This program is offered during school professional development days in Algoma when school is not in session. Children participate in engaging in therapeutic activities to build skills in play, interaction and communication. Parents and caregivers have an opportunity to discuss progress and carry-over skills for home.
- Communication
- Play
- Skill Building
- Social Skills
Contact
For questions about this service, including suitability and/or eligibility, contact Miranda Ableson Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation at or mablesonslp@gmail.com.
About
Algoma
123 March St. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z5 Suite 300 Balance Therapy Collective
Play.Connect.Grow. is a small-group program designed for children ages 3–8 with autism spectrum disorder. Through engaging play experiences, sensory-friendly activities, and shared routines, children are supported in developing communication, social interaction, self-advocacy, and flexible play skills. Guided by a Speech-Language Pathologist, the program creates meaningful opportunities for children to connect with peers while building confidence and authentic communication in a supportive, strengths-based environment.
October 26th, 2026 from 8:30am to 3:30pm
Play. Connect. Grow. - November
Details
- Communication and Play
- Social Skills Groups
- 3 to 8
This program is offered during school professional development days in Algoma when school is not in session. Children participate in engaging in therapeutic activities to build skills in play, interaction and communication. Parents and caregivers have an opportunity to discuss progress and carry-over skills for home.
- Communication
- Play
- Skill Building
- Social Skills
Contact
For questions about this service, including suitability and/or eligibility, contact Miranda Ableson Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation at or mablesonslp@gmail.com.
About
Algoma
123 March St. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z5 Suite 300 Balance Therapy Collective
Play.Connect.Grow. is a small-group program designed for children ages 3–8 with autism spectrum disorder. Through engaging play experiences, sensory-friendly activities, and shared routines, children are supported in developing communication, social interaction, self-advocacy, and flexible play skills. Guided by a Speech-Language Pathologist, the program creates meaningful opportunities for children to connect with peers while building confidence and authentic communication in a supportive, strengths-based environment.
November 20th, 2026 from 8:30am to 3:30pm
Play. Connect. Grow. - February
Details
- Communication and Play
- Social Skills Groups
- 3 to 8
This program is offered during school professional development days in Algoma when school is not in session. Children participate in engaging in therapeutic activities to build skills in play, interaction and communication. Parents and caregivers have an opportunity to discuss progress and carry-over skills for home.
- Communication
- Play
- Skill Building
- Social Skills
Contact
For questions about this service, including suitability and/or eligibility, contact Miranda Ableson Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation at or mablesonslp@gmail.com.
About
Algoma
123 March St. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z5 Suite 300 Balance Therapy Collective
Play.Connect.Grow. is a small-group program designed for children ages 3–8 with autism spectrum disorder. Through engaging play experiences, sensory-friendly activities, and shared routines, children are supported in developing communication, social interaction, self-advocacy, and flexible play skills. Guided by a Speech-Language Pathologist, the program creates meaningful opportunities for children to connect with peers while building confidence and authentic communication in a supportive, strengths-based environment.
February 1st, 2027 from 8:30am to 3:30pm
Communication Clubhouse
Details
- Communication and Play
- 3 to 8
This program allows children an opportunity to engage with other peers while also offering families and caregivers an opportunity to discuss with Speech-Language Pathologist ideas for carryover for home.
CCR to
- Communication
- Early Learning
- Play
- Skill Building
Contact
For questions about this service, including suitability and/or eligibility, contact Miranda Ableson Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation at or mablesonslp@gmail.com.
About
Algoma
123 March St. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z5 Suite 300 Balance Therapy Collective
The Communication Clubhouse is a welcoming group intervention program where children ages 5–8 learn alongside peers through play-based experiences. Activities are thoughtfully planned to foster communication, cooperation, imaginative play, and friendship while respecting each child's individual communication style and sensory needs. The small groups allow children to build skills in a fun, encouraging environment guided by a Speech-Language Pathologist. Parents and caregivers have an opportunity to connect with the Speech-Language Pathologist to discuss progress and home carry-over ideas for building communication and interaction skills.
Start Date:
September 16, 2026
Includes 7 Sessions:
September 16, September 30, October 14, October 28, November 11, November 25, December 9, 2026
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm