🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃 We are excited to see all of your costumes as we hand out candy today: 2:30pm-4:30pm at our Aldergrove Playspace for Trick or Treat the Town 3pm-5pm along First Avenue in Mission We can't wait to see you! 👻

🎉 We’re at Mission Fest today! 🎉 Come by and say hi 👋 at the Skills to Play booth! We’ve got free fidget toys, a giveaway, and lots of info about our neurodiverse-affirming, play-based autism services 💕 📍 Downtown Mission, we’d love to see you! #MissionFest #SkillstoPlay #MissionBC #Community

Seeing the good is a practice. In our programs, we nurture self-compassion, empathy, and connection—because every child shines in their own way ✨

Some brains are super fast. Some are super focused. Some are super creative. All of them are super! 🧠🦸‍♀️

We are at the Mission Children’s Festival today! Come say hi 🌞

Every voice matters. Every way of communicating matters. At Skills to Play, we honour all the ways children express themselves 💛

A little reminder for today: we are all wonderful. Just as we are 💕

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🌼Good vibes!🌼

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We’re Hiring Behaviour Interventionists! 🌟 📍 Chilliwack, BC 💰 Starting wage: $27.50/hour ⏰ Part-time morning hours (10-15 hours/week) with room to grow 📝 Independent Contractor Position Skills to Play Programs Inc. is looking for passionate Behaviour Interventionists to join our team! We provide neurodiverse-affirming, play-based intervention for kids with exceptionalities. Our approach is relationship-based, child-led, and fun! What We Offer: ✔ A supportive, collaborative work environment ✔ Training and mentorship in neurodiverse-affirming practices ✔ Opportunities to build your caseload over time Who You Are: 🔹 Enthusiastic about working with neurodivergent children 🔹 Reliable, patient, and playful in your approach 🔹 Available for morning shifts and eager to grow with us 🔹 Comfortable working as an independent contractor Interested? Apply today and be part of a team that celebrates neurodiversity! 📩 Send your resume to admin@skillstoplay.com or DM us for more details.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲! 🌈

Danielle has been supporting families in the Fraser Valley for over a decade, with a special focus on the Chilliwack community. We are so excited to have her as part of the Skills to Play team! Danielle’s warmth, dedication, and playful spirit make her an incredible asset to the families she serves. She has a knack for connecting with both children and parents, creating a positive and supportive environment for everyone. ✨🌈⁣ ⁣ “𝐈 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐦𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬.” — 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐚

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Meet Rachel! Rachel is our Lead Consultant for the Fraser Valley. 🌈 With over 20 years of experience in support work, she’s the perfect mix of heart, humour, and unwavering dedication. Rachel’s resourcefulness and compassion embody what it means to thrive together. We’re beyond lucky to have her on the Skills to Play team! 💕

Through the power of play, children with exceptionalities learn, grow, and thrive! Play-based intervention turns every session into a fun and meaningful opportunity for development. 💛⁣ ⁣ Play is more than just fun—it’s a pathway to growth! ✨

Meet Emma, the Intake Coordinator at Skills to Play! She’s kind, brilliant, and the first person you’ll meet at Skills to Play. With over 20 years of experience, Emma’s passion for helping families shines through in everything she does. We love her, and you will too! 💕

We’re excited for another year of growth, learning, and play! Here’s to supporting our incredible children and families in 2025! 🌈✨

Meet Cassidy, our lead Program Coordinator! She keeps everything running smoothly with kindness and dedication. ❣️⁣ ⁣ 𝚆𝚎 𝚍𝚎𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚒𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚢 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚞𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚏𝚕𝚢, 𝚋𝚞𝚝 𝚛𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚕𝚢 𝚊𝚍𝚖𝚒𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚐𝚎𝚜 𝚒𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚜 𝚐𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑 𝚝𝚘 𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚎𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚢. ⁣ — Maya Angelou

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Meet our owner and founder, Chelsea McFadzen. 🌺⁣ ⁣ 𝚆𝚒𝚕𝚍𝚏𝚕𝚘𝚠𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚍𝚘𝚗'𝚝 𝚌𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚠𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚢 𝚐𝚛𝚘𝚠.⁣ — Dolly Parton

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and play! Thank you for being a part of our community and for supporting the growth and development of every child we work with.⁣ ⁣ Here’s to a bright and playful New Year! ✨

✨ Santa came to visit Skills to Play! ✨ We enjoyed capturing holiday magic with Santa and our wonderful families. 🎄💙 Thank you for joining us to make this season merry and bright! Swipe to see some of the smiles, giggles, and laughs shared. 🎁 #SkillsToPlay #SantaPhotos #HolidayCheer#HappyHolidays

✨ Keep pushing, keep playing, keep growing. 🌈💪 You got this!

Are you a Skills to Play family? Ask your BC about our FREE sensory-friendly photos with Santa! Santa will be visiting all three of our Skills to Play locations in December. We ho-ho-hope to see you there. 🎅🏼🎄

Life isn’t a race—every step forward counts! 🌟 Take things at your own pace, and let progress happen naturally. 💛

Big milestones start with small steps. Through play, we help children grow and thrive every day!

✨You are unrepeatable! 🌈

Happy Halloween! Just in time for the spooky season, our new sign at Aldergrove was made! Thank you to the Aldergrove Business Association for letting us know about the trick-or-treating event. We were happy to hand out free candy to all the families that showed this evening!

2024 Staff Social! Huge thanks to @boardwalkcafegames for hosting our eventful night. Chelsea has long expressed the importance of giving back to her staff for all their hard work. We played many games, ate lots of food, got to know each other and more importantly, had fun! Chelsea was also more than generous to give away prizes for all of our planned games the admin team made and raffle. We are excited to do it again!

We’re back with another episode of Skills to Play TV! In this episode, Serenity and Jeremiah check out the Chilliwack Play Space… 🌐 www.skillstoplay.com 📞 778-347-9205 ✉️ info@skillstoplay.com #skillstoplay #playbasedintervention #playbasedlearning #autismservice #neurodiverseaffirming #chilliwack

Missionfest Recap! This was our very first outreach event and we couldn’t have asked for a better community to do it with. There had been months of planning and hard work behind the scenes but it all came together in the end. The weather sadly wasn’t great but rain or shine, we showed up and so did many families! At our booth, not only did we give our information about Skills to Play, we were happy to give away free fidget toys and free face painting! The face painting was done by one of our Behavioural Interventionists, Amanda McCall. Huge thanks to her! We also had a raffle for a chance to win an academic tablet for children (which has already been claimed!). We intend to do more of these to let the community know we are here! We loved connecting with people and can’t wait to do it again!

Hey everyone! This is Skills to Play Programs Inc’s first ever episode of Skills to Play TV! Where your hosts, program coordinators, Serenity and Jeremiah, show what Skills to Play is all about. In this episode, we tour the Aldergrove play space… 🌐 www.skillstoplay.com 📞 778-347-9205 ✉️ info@skillstoplay.com #skillstoplay #playbasedintervention #playbasedlearning #neurodiverseaffirming #aldergrovebc

"Get ready to rock Maple Ridge's streets at 'Rock the Block'! Join us for a jam-packed day of music, games, and family fun that's sure to make memories for all ages. From groovy tunes to exciting activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on the ultimate community vibe! 🎶🎉 #RockTheBlock #MapleRidgeFest #FamilyFun" Details Below: Date: May 18, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Tsuyuki Park - 241A & 112 Avenue Address: Maple Ridge, BC V2X6A9 Date: June 15, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: View Facility Blaney Hamlet Park Address: 13712 230A Street Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0C9 Date: August 10, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Hammond Park Address: 20577 Lorne Avenue Maple Ridge, BC V2X 1L7 https://www.mapleridge.ca/2741/Hi-Neighbour

Hey Abbotsford Families! Ready to embrace the great outdoors and dive into a world of fun, creativity, and community? Say hello to "Go Play Outside"! 🌳 FREE drop-in activities right in the heart of Abbotsford's beautiful parks. Whether you're a kid, teen, parent, or grandparent, there's something exciting waiting for you! 🎭 Dive into arts and crafts workshops that'll spark your imagination. 🏰 Uncover the secrets of our heritage with engaging tours and activities. 💃 Immerse yourself in cultural performances that'll leave you in awe. ⚽ Get active with recreational games and sports that'll get your heart pumping. Celebrate the beauty of our community together! So, grab your family and friends, and let's make every day an adventure with "Go Play Outside"! Dates: April 27th, 2024 -June 27th, 2024 Time: Varies Based on Date Location: Varies Based on Date Further Details: https://www.abbotsford.ca/goplayoutside

Celebrate Earth Day 2024 with Fun and Eco-friendly Events! Attention families! Let's make Earth Day 2024 memorable by joining these fantastic events happening in cities near you. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and learn about sustainability together: Maple Ridge: 🌿Event: Celebrate Earth Day 🗓️ Date: April 20th, 2024 🕒 Time: 10am-2pm 📍 Location: Memorial Peace Park, 11930 224 Street Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Langley: 🌳 Event: Earth Day 🗓️ Date: April 20th, 2024 🕒 Time: 10am-2pm 📍 Location: Douglas Park, 5403-5409 206 St, Langley, BC V3A 2C5 Chilliwack: 🌿 Event: Adopt a River Clean Up 🗓️ Date: April 20th, 2024 🕒 Time: 8:30-1:30pm 📍 Location: Thompson Park, 48562 Chilliwack Lake Road While Skills to Play is not hosting these events, we're excited to support and share opportunities for families to celebrate Earth Day. Let's make a positive impact in our communities and show love for the planet! 🌍#EarthDay2024 #CommunitySupport #FamilyFun

Through play, children speak the language of their hearts and minds. 🎈💬

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Learning doesn't follow a schedule; it's a journey that sometimes takes its own time and patience. 📚💡

Embrace every stumble as a stepping stone to success. 💪💫

Feasting, family, and heartfelt thanks. Gratitude is the true seasoning of this day. 🍂🦃

Empowering families with personalized solutions. Our dedicated team of Behavior Consultants collaborates closely with you to tailor programs that meet your child's unique needs. 🌟

Even the tiniest action can lead to incredible growth! 🌱

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Engaging in sensory play is an incredible way to boost motor skills, spark scientific curiosity, and embrace exciting textures! 🌟 Share your go-to sensory adventures in the comments below! 🤗💬

🔍 Looking for play-based behaviour intervention for your neurodiverse child? Visit the link in our bio to learn more about Skills to Play!

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Leading with ❤️!

Here at Skills To Play, our methods are play based and research driven. We provide individualized programming to people with all levels of ability. ✨⁣ ⁣ As practitioners in the inclusive education community we believe in a collaborative team approach. We are a group of dynamic and dedicated professionals who love what we do and it shows. 💕⁣ Our services include behaviour consulting, behaviour intervention, educational support and inclusive fitness.

NEURODIVERSITY: SOME BASIC TERMS & DEFINITIONS is an article written by Dr. Nick Walker which we found to be a helpful resource to better understand the terminology around Neurodiversity. We believe that neurodiversity equals strength and we support the movement whole heartedly! 💪⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Click the link in our bio to read the whole article!

NEURODIVERSITY: SOME BASIC TERMS & DEFINITIONS is an article written by Dr. Nick Walker which we found to be a helpful resource to better understand the terminology around Neurodiversity. We believe that neurodiversity equals strength and we support the movement whole heartedly! 💪⁣ ⁣ Click the link in our bio to read the whole article!

#SaturdaySearch What words can you find?! 👀⁣ ⁣ Let us know in the comments!r

We are so excited to soon be offering neurodiverse affirming clubs! Skills to Play Clubs will provide a safe environment for your child to socialize, play, and have fun with likeminded peers. ⁣ ⁣ ​🇨​​🇴​​🇲​​🇮​​🇳​​🇬​ ​🇸​​🇴​​🇴​​🇳​⁣ 🚗 RC Club ⁣ 🎨 Art Club⁣ 🟨 Lego Club⁣ 🟩 Minecraft Club⁣ 🚍 Field Trip Club⁣ ⁣ Contact us at info@skillstoplay.com for more information! 🤗

Happy Back-to-School, everyone! ✨ Here's to a new year and a new chapter. 📚

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the beautiful mom’s/stepmoms/foster moms/dog moms and any other mama figures out there fighting the good fight. Even when your kids decided to cut their own hair just before a family portrait! Do you recognize our Skills to Play consultant? She’s the one with freshly cut hair! Thanks mama’s we love you!

Let your light shine bright! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Encouraging our children to be the best version of themselves is such a wonderful gift!

Engaging hands on experience can be very valuable when learning a new skill!

Dory said it best, 🎶 just keep swimming 🎶

Time to play! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD ##PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD ##positivelanguagePositiveLanguage

So true! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Just be you! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

A little effort everyday can make a big difference!

What have your little ones been researching lately?

Don't forgot to let your light shine ☀️

What are you grateful for today?

It's impossible for one person to embody all people in their community. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Personal growth is always a work in progress! Let us know in the comments how you've been trying to transform. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Personal growth is always a work in progress! Let us know in the comments how you've been trying to transform. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

It is important to be yourself because there is only one of you #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Sometimes a little push can be helpful to reach our goals #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Play is our most valuable resource #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

#PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Play is the first introduction children get into the workings of the world around them and what children can learn through play is endless! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

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I do believe it’s time for another adventure.

“What sets you apart can sometimes feel like a burden and it’s not. And a lot of the time, it’s what makes you great.” —Emma Stone #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

“Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.”- Vernon Howard

“There is no doubt that creativity is the most important human resource of all. Without creativity, there would be no progress, and we would be forever repeating the same patterns.” —Edward de Bono #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Play is the foundation of learning, creativity, self-expression, and constructive problem-solving. It’s how children wrestle with life to make it meaningful. -Susan Linn #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

When you can be kind why choose not to be. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Perfection is impossible because there are always ways to improve so instead focus on the progress, that's always something to celebrate! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Mr. Rodgers said it best “Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.” #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

The needs of one are not the needs for all. We customize everything to the child from goals to interests in order to meet the child where they are at. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Here at Skills to Play we are all creative people! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Two people with one focus is otherwise known as joint attention. When it comes to teaching this foundational social skill turn to the classics.

Play is an integral part of learning, which is why we model and encourage play in every way that we can! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage #Play

“Let the child be the script writer, the director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber The road will be long and winding trust your gut and lead with heart. You’ve got this!!

Learning does not have a schedule and cannot be rushed! Sometimes it comes easily while other times more time and patience is required. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustismSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage #SlowAndSteady

“The senses, being explorers of the world, open the way to knowledge” Maria Montessori. There are innumerable pathways to learning. Be open and lead with heart because knowledge is everywhere.

Child-led play means focusing on the activities that are meaningful to your specific child. By watching and engaging in a flexible supportive way, the teacher and the learner work towards creating a relationship built on trust and understanding. Summer is the perfect time to focus on letting your child lead. Go for it and have fun!!

Sensory play is a useful tool to develop motor skills, encourage scientific investigation and become familiar with new textures in positive ways just to name a few! Comment below your favorite sensory activities! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustisnSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage #SensoryPlay #SensoryActivities

Learning is a life long adventure and a by-product of teaching! We learn everyday from peers, colleagues and even those we teach. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustisnSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage

Play is such an invaluable resource for learning all things! Comment your favorite way to use play to teach. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustisnSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD

Positive language and focusing on the things our children can do is a wonderful way to improve self-esteem and mental health. #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustisnSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD #PositiveLanguage #MentalHealth

Don't forget to celebrate the smaller victories along the way to your bigger goals! #PlayBasedLearning #Neurodiversity #DevelopmentalDelay #Anxiety #PathalogicalDemandAvoidance #PDA #AustisnSpectrumDisorder #ASD #ADHD

Credit for this meme goes to Emily Wilding! Check our her website at https://emilywilding.com/. #PDA #demandavoidance #autism #pathalogicaldemandavoidance #anxiety