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RECREATION SERVICES

Every Kid Counts (EKC)
Every Kid Counts (EKC)

The Every Kid Counts (EKC) program provides children and youth with special needs an equal opportunity to participate in local, community-operated recreational programs of their choice.


LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EKC PROGRAM - CLICK HERE - for EKC FAQ, for more details about program eligibility, operation and availability to Lansdowne clients


Each child/youth is matched with a Support Worker who provides both hands-on and programming support to the child, family and recreation staff.


Recreation Services provide opportunities designed to assist and encourage children and youth clients to take advantage of individual or group activities directed towards promoting physical, cultural, and/or social development. These activities allow clients to explore their interests, exercise their skill sets and pursue personal development.

Eligibility

Children and youth between the ages of 4 and 18, who reside in Brant County and have a developmental delay and/or a physical disability.

Goals, Skills and Keywords

Expectations

After the referral is received, you will be contacted by the Every Kid Counts Co-ordinator do discuss program options. A skilled support worker will be matched with your child/youth. The support worker will attend the community recreation program you have chosen with your child/youth. It is the caregiver’s (your) responsibility to transport their (your) child/youth to and from the activity as well as pay for the cost of the activity.
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