Healthy Relationships, Sexuality and Autism Program (Adult)
Healthy Relationships, Sexuality and Autism (HRSA)- Adult supports Autistic adults (19 years and up). HRSA-Adult introduces concepts of sexuality and relationships using interactive, sex-positive, and inclusive sexuality education lessons.
Ages/Life Stage:
Adults (individuals 19 years of age and up)
Program Cost:
Free
Locations:
HRSA-Adult is delivered in person and virtually via Zoom, depending on the cohort
Description:
The HRSA-Adult program is a Comprehensive Sexuality Education program designed specifically for Autistic adults. This program is delivered both in person and virtually through Zoom, depending on the cohort.
Participants in the adult program (ages 19+) attend weekly two-hour sessions, led by a trained HRSA educator (and supervised by Autism Nova Scotia’s Sexologist), for 16 weeks (either online or in person). Participants must 19 years old or older to join the adult program and be able to attend program sessions independently. To allow for full and open participation for Autistic individuals, parents and/or caregivers are not permitted to attend program sessions.
Topics Covered:
– Sexuality & Values
– Anatomy & Function
– Gender & Sexual Orientation
– Sexual Behaviours
– Sexual Health
– Sexuality & the Law
– Decision Making
– Relationships & Dating
Apply Now:
HRSA-adult is now accepting applications through the Pinwheel Wellness Centre (PWC) referral form. If you are interested in completing the HRSA-adult program please fill out the PWC referral form here.
Program Evaluation:
HRSA-Adult program data from 2021 external evaluation
Next Cohort
The next HRSA- Adult cohort will be run in late summer/early fall 2023. Please check back for updated information.
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Contact:
Ali McCulloch , HRSA Coordinator
amcculloch@autismns.ca ● 1-782-321-7723
