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Haldimand/Norfolk County HN AUTISM SERVICES All Services Index HN AUTISM SERVICES Autism Services Eligibility Start Referral Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Through your generous gifts we are able to help children and youth with special needs, and their families, to access: Specialty equipment; Support workers; Community-based programs; and Centre-run programs in Brantford, Simcoe, Caledonia and Dunnville. 1/8 GIVE TODAY Your gift is key Unlock a new skill— Unlock a new SMILE Working together to enhance and enrich the lives of children and families served by Lansdowne Children’s Centre. scroll down for more Support or start a local fundraiser Events for Lansdowne You can support Lansdowne Kids with your participation in a community event, dedicating your fundraising to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Learn More Give to Lansdowne Kids Making a donation We're here to make gifting easy, and to celebrate your kindness and generosity. Your gift is key to helping kids unlock their potential. Learn More Celebrating community engagement Volunteer for Lansdowne Your time is an incredible gift. Through the year, events and programs provide opportunity to lend your skills and time in support of Lansdowne kids. Learn More Leading our mission of support Our Board of Directors Volunteer leaders combine a diverse mix of skills, experience and interests to steward donor gifts and pursue an optimal client experience. Learn More Thank you, Tim Hortons Smile Cookie, Brantford Celebrating Tim Hortons restaurants in Brantford and the teams and customers who created an incredible donation! Learn More Be a Hero for Lansdowne Kids Heroes Walk and Roll Celebrating strength in our community! Spend time with your kids being Heroes for Lansdowne Children's Centre... Learn More Celebrating Donors, Donations More News Community support means camp connections for Lansdowne kids Owen Soden, 2026 Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids youth ambassador Julie Neal wins Bob Caissie Community Care Award 1 2 3 4 5 Community News and Events More News Scholastic Book Club opportunity supports Lansdowne programs Lansdowne Children’s Centre hosts annual general meeting 2025-2026 Annual Report, Lansdowne Children's Centre 1 2 3 4 5 Unlock a new SMILE Unlock a new skill— OUR MISSION is about working together to enhance and enrich the lives of the children and families that Lansdowne Children’s Centre serves by raising funds and goodwill throughout the community. “Unlock A New Skill–Unlock A New Smile” celebrates the magical moments when an infant, child, or youth, client achieves a new sense of accomplishment, excitement and… pure joy . "I can’t even describe the look in the eyes of a parent watching their child experience something that they simply didn’t think was possible." Your gifts empower Lansdowne to enhance and enrich the lives of clients and their families by providing acces to: Specialty equipment Support workers Community-based programs Centre-run programs Lansdowne Children's Centre Charitable Registration #1190 05643 RR0001 39 Mount Pleasant St., Brantford, ON N3T 1S7 Contact: Lynda Henriksen (she/her) Director of Development and Community Relations lhenriksen@lansdownecc.com 519-753-3153 ext 221

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River FAMILY ENGAGEMENT All Services Index FAMILY ENGAGEMENT Lansdowne Event Calendar Eligibility Open Calendar Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back KENDRA 2021 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Ambassador Kendra is 9 years old and was born with a serve form of Spina Bifida, Myelomeningocele and Hydrocephalus. These conditions have affected her both physically and mentally. She loves to go on long walks and hikes if it is wheelchair accessible to her and also loves to go swimming and doing lots of arts and crafts! She is a very social person; she always has a smile on her face and will do what she can to keep a smile on yours! Lansdowne has been an amazing support for Kendra throughout her life, and she currently has ongoing help from Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and a Child & Youth worker. She loves the recreational programs and the Kids Country Inn. She has used speech therapy before school as well and is grateful for these programs and services. The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River RESPITE SERVICES All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES Alternate Care The Alternate Care Program (ACP) is a family-based model of respite. Care providers are screened and trained to provide relief either in their home, the family’s home or in the community. It is a safe and nurturing place for your child to spend time while providing a much needed break for the caregivers. The Alternate Care Program is licensed under the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services and administered by Lansdowne Children’s Centre.Your child will have an enjoyable time with another family while you are taking care of yourself. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth birth to 18 years of age with a diagnosis of developmental delay. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Initially the Alternate Care Supervisor will meet with you to obtain more information about your child’s individual needs and your respite requirements. Options for ACP providers will be discussed. Service initiation could begin sooner if you know of an individual or family that could provide support. Once you have been matched with an ACP Provider you will meet together with the ACP Supervisor. The specific days of respite are arranged between you and the ACP Provider. You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River INFANT & CHILD SUPPORTS All Services Index INFANT & CHILD SUPPORTS Early Integration Program (EIP) When educators, resource consultants, and childcare support workers unite with a shared vision, the result is more than just a classroom — it becomes a vibrant, inclusive world where every child feels safe, seen, and inspired to learn through play. Supporting inclusion in early learning environments FOR EDUCATORS CLICK HERE to open a short video series (10-min) to learn more about the roles of Resource Consultants and Childcare Support Workers What is a Resource Consultant? Resource consultants are specialists in child development and inclusion. Their primary role is to partner with educators to identify barriers to participation and develop strategies that support all children— especially those with additional or diverse needs, or developmental delays, including children with exceptionalities. Resource consultants: observe classroom dynamics, facilitate team discussions, and offer guidance on best practices. Resource Consultants help educators identify how to adapt environments and better support inclusion. These innovations help to integrate children with additional needs into Early Learning settings by offering appropriate strategies and tools to meet each child's unique needs and strengths, to increase a child’s participation in early learning environments. Resource consultants provide developmental screening, assisting in identification of developmental concerns, and providing recommendations for appropriate interventions or referrals. Resource consultants provide training and coaching for educators, professional development, on topics like behavior management, inclusive practices, and child development. Educators are then armed with knowledge and skills they can implement in their early learning environment and share with their client families. Resource consultants collaborate and partner with client families to identify children’s areas of strength and emerging skills requiring intervention and connect them with local services and support. Resource consultants also collaborate with other Lansdowne service providers and other professionals to create cohesive support plans for children. The Role of Childcare Support Workers Childcare Support Workers, or enhanced staff as they are sometimes called, are additional educators to help support programs/classrooms to implement recommendations and strategies developed in collaboration with the Resource Consultant. Childcare support workers work directly with educators to support inclusive practices—whether that means adapting activities, assisting with transitions, or helping children engage meaningfully with their peers and environment. A childcare support worker is considered for a classroom or program when Resource Consultant recommendations, strategies, resources and accommodations have been used in the environment, and needs for support continue. Examples include: · safety concerns · risk of harm to self or others · Elopement · ongoing health concerns requiring significant attention of an educator · or physical needs that require educators to physically place a child to explore the classroom Eligibility Start Referral Children birth - 12 years of age with a developmental concern and or delay are eligible for the program. Referrals can be made directly to Lansdowne Children’s Centre by parents, or community workers. Goals, Skills and Keywords Inclusion, accessibility, participation, assessment, childcare, child development, strategies, recommendations, support worker, resource consultant Expectations The Resource Consultant assists by taking a case management role, helping your family navigate through services as well as transitioning your child to school to ensure everyone is working together to meet the needs of the child. You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Advocacy Workshop - Part 3 - Where to advocate | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Advocacy Workshop - Part 3 - Where to advocate In Part Three our presenters, Brenda and Sara, engage the audience to create a list of places where parents of children with special needs have experienced a need to advocate, and share their stories. Learn about the impact that adovacy has made, the societal shifts we are seeing, and how to practice OPEN advocacy to help open conversations and doors. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Advocacy Workshop - Part 3 - Where to advocate no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Advocacy, Advocate, Help, Support, Inclusive, Accomodate, Assistance

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River - Other Region of Ontario INFANT & CHILD SUPPORTS All Services Index INFANT & CHILD SUPPORTS Checklist, Early Years Milestones 0 - 48 months Eligibility Start Referral Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

What Young Children Should Know Before They Start School | Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library What Young Children Should Know Before They Start School Before they can start to read and write on their own, young children need a strong foundation of emergent literacy skills. Studies show that children who start school with higher levels of these skills go on to have greater academic success. Janice Greenberg, Director of Early Childhood Services at The Hanen Centre, identifies what these emergent literacy skills are and why they’re so important. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages What Young Children Should Know Before They Start School no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: School Age, Kindergarten, Speech, Reading, Literacy, Communication, Learning

Early Learning Sign Language handout | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Early Learning Sign Language handout A printable handout illustrating basic early learning signs you can work on at home to help develop communication abilities. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Early Learning Sign Language handout no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PSL526-01AS, communication, speech, sign, langugage, AAC

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River AUTISM SERVICES, RESPITE All Services Index AUTISM SERVICES, RESPITE Respite Services, Autism Spectrum Diagnosis (ASD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Respite is a family support service at Lansdowne Children's Centre that provides temporary caregiver relief from the demands involved in caring for your child/youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth birth to 18 years of age with a confirmed Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis Children/youth living in Brantford and Brant County with their parent or legal guardian. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Families who are eligible for this program will be prioritized for service based on a variety of considerations. You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Anyone with a concern about their child's development can contact SmartStart Hub to start the referral process. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Referral, Speech, OT, PT, Support, Respite, Lifespan, Recreation