Virtual Workshop
Monday, January 12
12 pm – 1 pm
Are you a caregiver or support professional working with individuals who display challenging behaviors? Join us for this free virtual Lunch-and-Learn session to explore proactive, practical strategies that can make a real difference in daily life.
We’ll define common disruptive behaviors and the triggers behind them, and offer guidance on how caregivers can create supportive environments through coregulation and positive modeling.
WHAT TO EXPECT
In this interactive session, we’ll cover:
- Common disruptive behaviors and what often triggers them
- Proactive strategies to prevent escalation
- How caregivers influence the environment and responses
- Techniques to model calm, positive behavior and encourage coregulation
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This event is ideal for:
- Families and caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities
- Direct support professionals, educators, and support staff
- Anyone looking to strengthen their behavioral support skills
Whether you’re new to caregiving or looking to build on your skills, this session will provide tools and insight to support more positive, productive interactions.
DO I HAVE TO REGISTER?
Registration is required to receive the virtual meeting link.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions or need additional assistance, contact Theresa Maier, ASGA Support Specialist via email here or by phone at 330-940-1441 ext 1.
Meet the Speaker
Sarah Blackmore, MA, BCBA
Sarah earned her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Ball State University in 2020 and has been practicing as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst for the past four years. Prior to certification, she gained valuable experience working in both clinical and educational settings.
She currently serves as the Director of ABA Services with Inclusive Options, where she applies her expertise in early intervention, educational behavioral support, ABA programming, and staff and parent training. Sarah is particularly passionate about empowering families with the tools they need for behavioral success.
She has extensive experience implementing the Research Units in Behavioral Intervention (RUBI) Parent Training Program, guiding families through its structured, evidence-based curriculum to reduce challenging behaviors and strengthen positive parent-child interactions. Her work focuses on making ABA strategies both accessible and practical in everyday home environments.
Sarah’s passion for Autism, ABA, and community support is deeply personal. She believes that evidence-based strategies should be individualized and readily available, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the quality of life for individuals and their families.
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