HopSkipDrive has partnered with Rooted in Play, an independent behavioral therapy group, to provide CareDrivers with education resources on how to support riders who are neurodivergent and those with additional behavioral considerations.This optional education is available through six self-led online modules.
All six modules can be completed in approximately 30 minutes, total.
Completing these modules is not required, but HopSkipDrive strongly encourages all CareDrivers to complete them. Doing so will help you:
- Build confidence when supporting riders with unique needs
- Gain practical, trauma-informed strategies
- Be better prepared for real-world ride situations
Topics
- Introduction to Autism and Neurodiversity
- Understanding Sensory Sensitivities
- Basic Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence (ABA) Concepts
- Proactive vs. Reactive Strategies
- Communication Strategies (verbal, non-verbal, Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
- Preventing Escalation and De-escalation Techniques
Accessing the resources
To access these resources, follow the steps below:
- Click this link: Supporting Neurodivergent Riders
- Log in using the email address you use to sign in to the CareDriver app.
- Complete the modules at your own pace. You can exit the resource at any time and then pick up where you left off using the same link.