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  1. Find out more about the individual and how you can best provide tools to fit that person’s social skills needs. Does this person avoid social settings, make social errors, become visibly upset with others, or struggle with anxiety? It’s important to gather this information before identifying solutions.
  2. Some people benefit from having a sneak peek at your setting and knowing what to expect. Consider using your website to offer pictures or a video tour of the room(s) where you will meet, giving examples of some of the activities a person may do, and sharing names and photos of the leaders. Some people may enjoy having a tour of the area when only the leader and a trusted peer are present. The person may want to choose and reserve a seat, experience a portion of the materials, and possibly take home an item that will be used during the first time together. Others may appreciate receiving in advance the agenda for the meeting so they will know what will take place and in what order.
  3. Consider providing ways to practice social skills if an individual is making errors. If, for example, someone continually interrupts the speaker, practice raising a hand or holding up a card in order to get the speaker’s attention. If someone’s voice volume is too loud for the setting, consider teaching a range for sound similar to that on a remote control. Practice speaking at different volume levels and request that voice volume be “at a 3” for a given activity.
  4. Once again, technology can be a wonderful asset. It’s possible for people to join you remotely through Skype or other computer applications. People can be part of a group without having to experience the anxiety of physically being present. Some people may begin in this way but opt to be physically present as they get to know the format and the people who are part of this setting.
  5. Every lesson gives an option for putting together a picture and word sequence of events. Some individuals appreciate having this information in front of them and will be more willing to attend an event with this guide in place.
  6. In some cases, you may need to give information we typically don’t provide to other adults. Information such as “This group requires people to shower before attending” or “This prayer request time allows people to give one prayer request each week” might be helpful information for certain individuals. Make sure you have done your job of gathering information before you choose this option.

पिछ्ला सुधार: सोमवार, 8 दिसंबर 2025, 10:50 AM