Supporting families through AFCCA means holding complexity with care. It requires listening to, and believing, lived experience; understanding behaviour in context; and responding with approaches that prioritize safety, connection, and dignity.
This toolkit brings together curated resources for professionals to deepen their knowledge of AFCCA, learn from lived experiences, and strengthen their approach to supporting families. Whether you are building foundational understanding or expanding your clinical practice, these materials are designed to meet you where you are.
AFCCA Professional Toolkit
What is AFCCA?
Printable overview to share with caregivers + families. Download here
Intro to AFCCA
Downloadable intro to AFCCA, for professionals and clinicians. Download here
Building Understanding to Improve Outcomes for Families
2021 report from the National Consortium on AFCCA – national consultation with families. View here
National Consortium on AFCCA - Family Stories
Lived experience sharing from parents & cargivers experiencing AFCCA. View here
AFCCA Caregiver
Training Series
On-demand video series exploring caregiver and peer support perspectives on AFCCA. View here
Case Study: Mia
AFCCA Family Supports Program case study of a caregivers’ experiences. Download here
Managing Aggression
@ Home Toolkit
Downloadable resources from PCMH / CMHO for families and caregivers, to understanding AFCCA and accessing supports (available in English and French). View here
Blooming with Neuroscience: Applied Training Program on NVR for Brain-based Disabilities
Hybrid training program designed for allied mental health professionals working with families experiencing AFCCA. View here
Center for NVR Therapy and Practice
Education for therapists and other professionals supporting parents caring for children who aggress, avoid, or self-harm.
View here
Decoding Aggression, Complex Behaviours and Brain Based Disabilities
This clinical manual provides a neuroscience-informed approach to understanding AFCCA. Purchase here
Supporting Families & Caregivers Experiencing Child & Youth Aggression
Real Exchange Webinar – Professional Development & Learning Webinar – for children’s health professionals in Ontario. View here
Polyvagal Theory & NVR Roadmaps
Downloadable summary of clinical strategies of support for families. Download here
Effective Approaches to Addressing Aggressive Behaviours – Healthcare Sector
On-demand webinar for Healthcare professionals, exploring strategies to support families experiencing AFCCA. View here
AFCCA Family Supports Program
Peer and Clinical supports for Adoptive and Kinship Families in Ontario. Download here
Understanding & Supporting Children with Complex Developmental Trauma
On-demand webinar exploring supportive strategies for children who have experienced neglect, abuse, loss, or disrupted attachments. View here
Broken Promises: A Memoir
The Battle to Find Help for Kids with Aggression, a memoir from an adoptive parent. Purchase here
Occupational Therapy as Part of Your Child’s Healing Journey
On-demand webinar exploring in supporting healthy development and addressing the impacts of early childhood trauma. View here
National Consortium on AFCCA - Resource Library
Research, educational guides, and on-demand learning for families and professionals. View here
AFCCA Family Supports Program Webinar Playlist
On-demand learning and awareness topics for professionals and families, on understanding AFCCA. View here