Claire Chadwick, Program Manager
BC Children's Hospital

Dr. Angie Ip, MD, PhD

Jamie Hack, MSc, RSLP

Kimberly Szeto

Pamela Wong, MSW, RSW

Laura Gold, BScN RN

Receiving an Autism diagnosis for a child can be an emotional experience for a family. In British Columbia, a conversation with a case manager typically follows—a significant resource investment that may present families with information at an inopportune time. BCAAN piloted group Post-Autism Diagnosis Information Sessions, for groups of 8 - 10 via Zoom, several days after families received news of the diagnosis. Families then received two follow-up calls, to answer any additional questions, address concerns, and collect feedback on the process. This has been a successful approach. Find out what families had to say, and how this is making a difference to families, and to providers.