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De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre Download printable PDF handout/activity pages De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 | Speech | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 Just how powerful are back-and-forth conversations for a child’s language learning? Well, new evidence shows that back-and-forth interactions between an adult and a child actually change a child’s brain and lead to better language outcomes. In this video, The Hanen Centre’s Executive Director, Elaine Weitzman, talks about what the most recent research says about the power of high-quality interactions, and describes the critical ingredients that make these interactions possible. Presented by The Hanen Centre. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication

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

Lansdowne is looking for skilled volunteers, passionate about the services and programs supporting our region's children and youth. Preparing for Tomorrow's Children and Youth Share your voice with Lansdowne Children's Centre Notice: Lansdowne Centre Board positions are coming available as of June 2025. We welcome your application for future consideration. Thank you! If you prefer a printed application form, click here for a PDF version Board Member Application Board Member Eligibility Members (and therefore, applicants) must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must undergo background checks [police and Child & Family Services of Grand Erie] Connection with Lansdowne Children's Centre as a past client, client family or caregiver is beneficial, but is not a prerequisite for consideration. The Board of Directors for Lansdowne Children’s Centre has a maximum of 16 voting members, and an Ex-Officio appointed Medical Director. Your Board Committment Board members are required to attend monthly meetings, typically during midday. The Board meets as a united group on alternating months. Committees meet as sub-groups on alternate months and as scheduled. Board membership requires participation on a Committee. One Board member also serves as a liaison to Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation Board Participation and attendance at Centre and community functions, including Lansdowne Foundation events, is valued but not mandatory. Application Questions With a priority on diversity, equity and inclusion, our Governance Committee is seeking representation and participation from across our catchment area, including Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We promote a welcoming environment, a safe place for free conversation about skills, services and supports needed to meet the interests and demands of the children, youth and families seeking services and programs at Lansdowne Children's Centre. The demographic questionnaire is a guideline, not a directive. It is our intention is to promote awareness and outreach to new candidates. This outreach also inquires about skillsets representing current gaps in our board competencies. The Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors is committed to having a Board composition that reflects the cultural diversity of our community and the diverse population we serve with respect to age, gender, religion, identity, Indigeneity, being a Person of Colour or 2SLGTBQ+, etc. We encourage individuals with lived experience of marginalization to apply and self-identify in their application. We encourage each candidate to consider all your life experiences that you feel could be value-added to our organization’s mission, and share what motivates you to want to volunteer your time and expertise in service of our clients: past, current and waiting, children, youth and their families. Apply Here Your First Name Your Last Name Your Email Address Your Phone Number Street Address City Postal / Zip code Region/State/Province Your Age Group Please complete the following ratings so that we can include your knowledge, skills and experience along with that of current Board members. Accounting/Finance No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Communications/Public Relations No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Facility Management No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Information Technology No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Law/Legal Process No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Lived Experience, Under- represented Population No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Organizational Development No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Parent/Caregiver of a Child with Additional Needs No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Program and Service Planning/Management/Evaluation No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Public Sector Admininstration No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Recruitment/Training/Evaluation No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Risk Management No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced Volunteer/Informed Citizen No experience Little experience Some experience Well experienced Very experienced THANK YOU! Please take a moment to write about yourself, expanding on areas where you feel your experience, skills and perspective will bring added value to our Board conversations. Consider items like your education, career development, community involvement and lived experience. Please identify any factors you feel make your perspective unique, and impactful to conversations about the services and supports that Lansdowne Children's Centre provides for infants, children, youth, and their families. Tell us about your skills, experiences and perspective... Apply Now > Thanks for applying! We will RSVP by e-mail within 5 - 7 work days.

Young Parents Program, Haldimand-Norfolk | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Young Parents Program, Haldimand-Norfolk Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Young Parents Program, Haldimand-Norfolk no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River PHYSIOTHERAPY All Services Index PHYSIOTHERAPY School-Based Physiotherapy (SBRS-PT) School Based Rehabilitation Services [SBRS] include Occupational Therapy [OT], Physiotherapy [PT] and Speech Therapy [ST] for speech needs and is provided to school-aged children in their publicly-funded schools. Eligibility Start Referral Children attending publicly funded schools who meet eligibility criteria can receive OT and PT from school entry. SBRS speech therapy can be initiated in senior kindergarten (SK) for children with articulation, fluency or voice concerns. SBRS referrals can be initiated by Lansdowne Children’s Centre community-based therapists or schools with consent from parents/guardians. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Once a referral is received, your child may be placed on a waitlist. You will be contacted by an intake coordinator when your turn comes, for an update of your child’s information. The SBRS therapist will then contact you to explain the assessment process, obtain your consent and let you know the date of assessment, which will take place at school. Once assessment has been completed you will be contacted to review the findings, develop goals and determine the plan of intervention following our care pathways. You are welcome to attend assessment and intervention sessions at your child’s school. 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

Heroes Assemble! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll fundraising event. Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation #ForTheKids Brant Park, Brantford Home Join the 7th Annual Lansdowne Heroes Walk & Roll October 4, 2025 | Brant Park, Brantford Contact Us Become a Hero for Lansdowne Kids Heroes Walk and Roll is more than just a party in Brant Park; it’s a powerful fundraiser that gives life to essential programs that provide kids with access to experiences like day camps, local sports, youth groups and social celebrations—ensuring that children who often face barriers to participation can enjoy the full richness of childhood. Fundraising Start any time! As families come together to celebrate community and achievements, they also champion a future where every child has equal access to play, connection, and community. Become a hero for Lansdowne Kids. Register your fundraising team and start collecting pledges online with your personalized webpage to tell your own Lansdowne story. Print the milestone map and pledge collection sheet to track your progress and fundraise with friends, neighbours and family. Together, we are delivering incredible results by enhancing and enriching the lives of children and families supported by Lansdowne Children's Centre programs and services. Thank you! Register Now Coming Soon! The Heroes Walk and Roll FUNdraising Zone with games and activities you can print and play at home, and more information about prizes and draws ! Family Fun Fair Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 11:00 a.m. The Heroes Walk and Roll is a vibrant, inclusive celebration designed to empower every child to feel like a hero for a day. With accessibility at its core, this event offers a joyful and engaging experience for kids of all abilities—featuring music, games, and festivities that welcome neurodivergent participants and accomodate those with mobility and communication challenges. Park and event access is ALL INCLUSIVE when you register your fundraising team. Registration cost is $10.00 per team and provides access to Brant Park, free parking, and includes free play with all our carnival games, inflatables attractions, photo booth, costumed heroes and live music and entertainment Register Now Plan your day: 2025 Saturday, October 4 - Brant Park, 119 Jennigs Rd, Brantford 11:00 a.m. Event Opens Check-in with Registration table Bring in your pledge form, cash and/or cheque pledges. Additional prizes or goodies will be available for pick-up at Registration. Receive prize raffle tickets when you register, with additional tickets awarded based on fundraising, AND available for purchase. Tickets may be input into available prize draw(s) of your choice. Enjoy the games and activities and Live Music! 12:30 p.m. Let’s Walk and Roll! Meet at the pavillion. We will have an opening ceremony with guest speakers. Following the presentations we will start our Hero parade lap! (approx. 15-mins) 1:15 p.m. Animal Show! at the Pavillion 1:45 p.m. Prize Draws and Closing Ceremonies 2:00 p.m. Event closes and clean-up begins What to bring: Dress up as whatever Hero means to you! Do I need to pack a lunch? Light refreshments will be available to fundraisers and volunteers. We recommend you bring a water bottle and p icnic snacks for your team. Is there an accessible washroom? Yes. Brant Park has a washroom building walking/rolling distance from the event. There are also portable washroom stalls on the event grounds. How to prepare for weather? Fall events can be tricky. We recommend layers so you can adjust as needed for sun, wind and light rain. A hat is a good idea too for outdoor fun. There is little coverage available if it's raining, so in the event of heavy rain or thunderstorms (or snow!) we will cancel or postpone the event. What is the ground surface? The parking lot is a packed dirt and gravel drive. The walking and rolling path is an asphalt road. The carnival games and attractions are on the grass around the pavillion. Confirmed Attractions and Vendors This list continues to be updated as we near the event. Inflatable Bounce Playgrounds provided by Ashlee's Events Inflatable Sport Games provided by Rockin' Party Rentals Live Music and Entertainment The Shrubberies! Live Animal (Reptile) Show Jungle Jamz Face Painting presented by Ackland Insurance Carnival Games provided by Ashlee's Events Costumed Heroes! presented by R&J Theatrics Photo Booth with Smart Booth Images presented by Ackland Insurance Fire Truck Display Brantford Fire Department Light Refreshments for Fundraisers & Volunteers provided by Devlin's Country Bistro and Catering Find Your Way to HEROES WALK AND ROLL (maps) FOLLOW US

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River RESPITE SERVICES All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES Special Services at Home Special Services at Home (SS@H) is a program designed to provide a variety of supports to those who are caring for a child with a developmental and/ or physical disability. SS@H can be used in a variety of ways to best meet the needs of each unique family. Support can be provided either in the home or in a variety of community settings The program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Some of the ways SS@H can provide your child with support are: 1:1 Support Worker to support your child in working toward their own unique goals. 1:1 Support Worker to provide families with a short break from the demands of caring for their child. The purchase of a variety of other individualized supports and services for your child based on current Ministry guidelines. Click here to open the Ministry guide for eligible and ineligible supports. With careful thought and planning, your SS@H funds can be used to support a wide range of meaningful activities which will increase a child's experiences and opportunities to work on their individual goals. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth 0-18 years of age Children/youth with a physical and/or developmental disability verified by a physician. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Lansdowne Children's Centre can assist in completing your SS@H application form. Once your child’s eligibility has been determined, and the Ministry has issued your child an SS@H contract, a Program Supervisor will meet with you to discuss how your funding can be best utilized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. 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

Board Member Kathy Straus, Centre Board - Lansdowne Children's Centre. Serving the needs of the children and youth, and their families, who access services and support for communication, developmental and physical needs, at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe. < Back Previous Next Kathy Straus Board Member Kathy joined the Lansdowne board in 2025.

Your Child's Safety and Wellness: Wellness Guide | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Your Child's Safety and Wellness: Wellness Guide Safety & Wellness is a Team Effort…… And You are an Important member of the Team You and your child are important members of the Lansdowne Children’s Centre (LCC) team. Think Safe...Communicate • Make sure LCC staff involved in your child’s services have important health information • If you don’t understand some part of your child’s condition or treatment ask LCC staff to explain why things are being done the way they are. If you still have concerns ask again Ask if you don’t understand Know your Lansdowne Team • If your not sure who one of your service providers is, or what their role is please ask • LCC staff are trained in First Aid and CPR and there are First Aid Stations throughout the building. Fire and emergency preparedness drills occur regularly Help Keep Us All Safe • Call your service provider if you or your child are ill • Always remember to wash or sanitize your hands • Cough and sneeze into your shoulder or sleeve—not into your hands • Do not smoke on LCC property • Do not smoke while LCC staff are in your home • Keep animals under control while LCC staff are in your home, staff will inform you of any pet allergies • Make sure that there is a clean and safe area in your home when LCC staff visit Medication Safety • Ensure LCC staff is aware of the name and any possible side effects of any medication your child is taking • Directly inform each LCC staff that you are involved with about any allergies • If medication is to be given by LCC staff, please follow the Medication policy and ensure medication is in it’s original, childproof, labeled containers Know Your Child’s Equipment • Make sure your child’s equipment is kept clean and in good working order • Ask your child’s Occupational or Physiotherapist to check that your equipment is safe • Use equipment only as directed Help Prevent Falls • Help keep hallways free of clutter and obstacles, report any tripping hazards both inside and outside the building • Always watch your children in our waiting room or therapy areas • Make sure your children are wearing appropriate footwear, and be cautious of slippery floors during poor weather • Encourage all children to walk, not run in our building STOP & Clean your Hands • Keeping your hands clean is the best way of preventing the spread of germs • Use the hand sanitizers in the front lobby upon entering the building • Wash your hands after handling any type of soiled material or using the bathroom • LCC staff are committed to sanitizing their hands prior to and after working with your child. Feel free to ask them if they have done so • Therapy equipment and surfaces used are cleaned and maintained to ensure everyone’s wellness and safety Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Lansdowne staff must report to the Family and Children's Services, any reasonable concerns of abuse. As a parent/guardian it is your responsibility to report any concerns regarding your child’s caregiver. Child abuse happens when a child’s parent or other person in charge harms or neglects a child. What is physical child abuse? Beating, slapping, hitting, pushing, throwing, shaking, burning What is sexual abuse? Sexual abuse happens when a parent or other person in charge sexually molests or uses a child for sexual purposes or knowingly fails to protect a child from sexual abuse What is emotional abuse? Yelling at, screaming at, threatening, frightening, or bullying a child, humiliating the child, name-calling or saying things like: “You’re no good”, “You’re worthless”, showing little to no physical affection or attention What is Neglect? Not providing proper food and clothing, supervision, medical care Contact Brant Family & Children’s Services call 519.753.8681 - 24 Hour Emergency Service References: • Canadian Paediatric Society ( www.cps.ca ) • Brant County Health Unit ( www.bchu.org ) • Canadian Patient Safety Institute Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Your Child's Safety and Wellness: Wellness Guide no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Toys and How They Support Skill Development and Reaching Your Child's Goals | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Toys and How They Support Skill Development and Reaching Your Child's Goals This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. Learn about toys you can purchase or make at home to stimulate learning, and skill building with your child. Toys are a valuable teaching too. They help children learn, explore, share and create. They also offer ways for children to interact with their peers and others while learning a variety of life skills. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Toys and How They Support Skill Development and Reaching Your Child's Goals no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Toys #Skills #Learning #Play

100% of proceeds go towards supporting programs for children and youth in our community. Your Smile Cookie purchase from participating Tim Hortons restaurants in Brantford provide support to Brant Food for Thought and Lansdowne Children's Centre Fondation. Volunteer Pre-Order Locations Social Media About Us Share your most creative ideas for including Smile Cookies at breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert! Prizes available. Submit Your Recipe Would you like to decorate Smile Cookies in Brantford? Register Online Print Poster Use the online registration to signup as a Smile Cookie decorator at a date, time and participating Tim Hortons restaurant location in Brantford. Minimum age 14-years old. Cookie decorators will arrive 15-minutes ahead of their shift and check-in at the payment counter. Please have hair pulled back and wear a hat, cap or cover. Do not bring a bag or backpack. Decorating supplies and instructions will be provided. Shift availability is subject to change at the discretion of the store manager. No photos permitted behind the counter (ie. back of the house). Seating area photos are permitted. SignUp portals close April 23, 2025. What's in a Smile Cookie? Whether you have allergy concerns or are just curious about what goes into the delicious chocolate chunk cookies. Ingredients PDF Submit Your Smile Cookie Recipe, Support Lansdowne Kids Apr 15 Smile Cookie Campaign Recipients, Lansdowne Children’s Centre and Brant Food Selected by Tim Hortons Apr 15 Celebrating Brantford’s most successful Smile Cookie campaign to date, Lansdowne Children’s Centre May 21, 2025 1 2 3 Pre-Order Your Smile Cookies PDF ORDER FORM - SMILE COOKIES TIM HOTONS APP - ORDER LINE To pre-order Tim Hortons Smile Cookies you can: 1) Submit your order form online to a local Tim Hortons restaurant, selecting your day and time for pick up. Must be submitted by Friday, April 24 by 4:00 p.m. Orders may be picked up between April 27 and May 3 at participating locations. Payment is required at pick up. 2) Print and complete the PDF order form and submit it to a participating Brantford Tim Hortons Restaurant no less than 48 hours before your specified pick up date and time. 3) Visit the Tim Hortons app and place your order 4) Order with Uber Eats, Door Dash, or Skip the Dishes for delivery (service charges may apply) PRE-ORDER SMILE COOKIES ONLINE Participating Tim Hortons Locations Where can I order (get) Smile Cookies in Brantford to help support Brant Food For Thought and Lansdowne Children's Centre? PRINT PDF - TIM HORTONS LOCATIONS BRANTFORD Address City Postal Code 184 BRANT ROAD ST GEORGE N0E 1N0 177 PARIS RD BRANTFORD N3R 1J2 226 WEST STREET BRANTFORD N3R 3V2 80 KING GEORGE ROAD BRANTFORD N3R 5K4 236 KING GEORGE RD BRANTFORD N3R 5L4 84 LYNDEN RD BRANTFORD N3R 6B8 610 WEST STREET BRANTFORD N3R 6M7 265 KING GEORGE ROAD BRANTFORD N3R 6Y1 50 MARKET STREET SOUTH BRANTFORD N3S 2E3 648 COLBORNE STREET BRANTFORD N3S 3P8 206 HENRY ROAD BRANTFORD N3S 6V1 225 HENRY STREET BRANTFORD N3S 7R4 11 SINCLAIR BOULEVARD BRANTFORD N3S 7W4 360 CONKLIN RD BRANTFORD N3T 0G8 440 COLBORNE ST. BRANTFORD N3T 0J2 164 COLBORNE STREET WEST BRANTFORD N3T 1L2 53 DALHOUSIE STREET BRANTFORD N3T 2H9 155 LYNDEN ROAD BRANTFORD N3T 5L8 1290 COLBORNE ST. E. BRANTFORD N3T 5M1 BRANTFORD'S SMILE OF THE DAY PHOTO CONTEST To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. We're looking for the biggest and brightest smiles! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @BrantFoodForThought and @LansdowneChildrens and share your Smile Cookie smiles! Tag us and add #smilecookie for a chance to WIN prizes like a Smile Cookie Plushie or Tim Hortons gift card! Winners will be announced daily on our social media channels (Facebook and Instagram) MEDIA RELEASE NOTE: by tagging @LansdowneChildrens and/or @BrantFoodForThought you are agreeing to allow both organizations to re-share your image, and/or contact you directly by messenger should your photo be selected as a photo of the day. Non-winning photos may also be shared in promotion of Smile Cookie campaign and in recognition of your great support for Brant Food For Thought and/or Lansdowne Children's Centre. Should you have questions or concerns about this offer and/or featured photos, please contact Joshua Paxton, communications supervisor with Lansdowne Children's Centre, by email at jpaxton@lansdownecc.com About Us Brant Food for Thought Brant Food for Thought supports over 12,530 students every week through 62 nutrition programs, including 60 elementary and high school programs and two community-based programs. This year alone, BFFT will provide an estimated 1.45 million breakfasts, morning meals, and snacks to local students. BFFT programs operate in every Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) and Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board (BHNCDSB) elementary and high school in Brantford and the County of Brant, as well as Ste. Marguerite-Bourgeoys School and W. Ross MacDonald School, ensuring equitable access to nutritious food for students across the region. Visit, www.brantfoodforthought.ca Lansdowne Children's Centre Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides rehabilitation, respite, and recreation services for infants, children, and youth with additional needs, supporting more than 6,000 families throughout the Grand Erie region. Services are delivered at sites in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe, as well as licensed childcare centers, before and after school programs and early learning environments in Brantford and Brant County, and in Grand Erie District School Board classrooms. Smile Cookie funding helps Lansdowne families access specialty equipment and devices that support child development and provides children and youth with opportunities to participate in programs where they can explore their abilities, build confidence, and connect with friends in safe, supportive environments. Visit, www.lansdownecentre.ca