Led by Dr. Sharon Gainforth, the April cohort focuses on practical communication strategies families can use in everyday life.
In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month this April, NeuroAI is launching a new live online course designed to help parents and caregivers support communication development through practical, everyday strategies.
Helping Communication Grow Through Everyday Moments is a four-session course led by Dr. Sharon Gainforth, PhD, Speech-Language Pathologist, who brings more than 35 years of clinical experience supporting neurodivergent children and their families.
Registration is now open: https://neuroai.ca/course-communication/
Designed for families navigating real-life communication challenges, the course focuses on simple, meaningful strategies for daily routines, such as mealtimes, play, transitions, and shared activities. Sessions combine expert guidance with reflection and optional AI-supported tools designed to help families apply what they learn between meetings.
“Communication doesn’t begin with words, it begins with connection,” says Dr. Gainforth. “This course helps families recognize communication in everyday moments and respond in ways that feel supportive, practical, and sustainable.”
Supporting Families Through Everyday Moments
The April cohort aligns with Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated to fostering understanding, inclusion, and meaningful support for autistic individuals and their families. Reflecting this spirit, the course emphasizes responsive caregiving, emotional regulation, and practical strategies grounded in everyday life.
Participants will learn how to:
• Recognize communication beyond spoken language
• Support interaction through everyday routines
• Use responsive strategies grounded in emotional regulation
• Build confidence through small, sustainable changes
Designed with busy families in mind, the course offers a supportive and accessible learning environment rooted in compassion and real-world application.
Course Details
Course: Helping Communication Grow Through Everyday Moments
Format: Live online (four sessions)
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children with communication differences
Instructor: Dr. Sharon Gainforth, PhD, Speech-Language Pathologist
Learn more and register: https://neuroai.ca/course-communication/
