Executive Function in Action: From Frustration to Understanding with SLPs.
Join our Expert SLPs in this engaging workshop!
Schedule
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Nibbles & Knowledge to follow (7:30-8:00 PM)
Do you find yourself constantly reminding your child to listen, get ready on time, start (or finish) homework, or keep track of their things?
Have you heard the term executive functioning from teachers or therapists but aren’t quite sure what it means—or how to help at home? You’re not alone, and we’ve got answers.
Join the Speech-Language Pathologists from Uncovering Potential for a 1.5-hour presentation that breaks down what executive functioning really is and how it affects your child’s day-to-day life. You’ll gain insight into key skills like attention, perception, verbal and nonverbal working memory, and inhibition.
We’ll share practical, everyday strategies to support your child’s development, and your family’s well-being. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your child’s challenges, concrete tools to try at home,and a sense of where to turn for more help if needed.
Make the shift from frustration to confidence as you learn to recognize and support executive functioning needs in your child (and maybe even yourself!).
Additional Information:
- Free on-site parking available
- Open to Everyone!
- Accessible seating provided
Our Expert Panel includes:
- Jana Zalmanowitz
- Rae-Anne Kerr
- Jill Northwood
Schedule
Nibbles & Knowledge to follow (7:30-8:00 PM)
Jana has been a SLP since 2009. She loves working with people of all ages and has provided services in hospitals, schools, daycares, homes and out in the community.
Jana's warm and open demeanour, combined with a genuine enthusiasm for building personal connections makes her an engaging presenter whether one on one with her clients or in a large group. She is a mom to two neurodivergent kids which means she's had lots of opportunities to practice her work at home (and maybe a few good stories to tell!).
Rae-Anne has been a SLP since 2008. She has supported individuals of all ages, across a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, preschools and in the community.
She has an empathetic, engaging and creative personality. In addition to seeing progress with her clients, she wants to "pump them full of positivity," an approach she also brings to her presentations. Rae-Anne is a mom to two kids, one of whom has participated in his fair share of therapies. The impact of this first-hand experience shines through in her professional knowledge.
Jill has been a SLP since 2012. She has supported families and kids spanning from 18 months to 18 years of age with a variety of diagnosis. Jill is a friendly and encouraging presence in her clients' lives. She sees that just like kids, adults thrive in settings where they are engaged and interested. This emphasis on play (in all its forms) makes her a dynamic presenter.
As a mom to 4 kids (7 and under!), Jill knows how to fuse fun, organization and practicality so everyone around her can achieve their goals.