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Autism Services Brant Start Here Family Support Free Services Early Years ABA Intensive ABA Goal-Based Webinars < Back Please support our free webinars. CLICK HERE to register your view. Fire Safety with Kids Autism Services Brant In this virtual workshop you will learn about six topics of Fire Safety: Community Helpers, Fire Drills and Smoke Alarms; Fire Safety Plan; Stop, Drop and Roll; Staying Away from Hot Things; and Safety Recap. Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River RECREATION SERVICES All Services Index RECREATION SERVICES 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 Start Referral 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. 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

Desensitization: Overcoming Fears, Getting Used To New Things | EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Desensitization: Overcoming Fears, Getting Used To New Things This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. This webinar breaks down the steps needed for someone to get used to, or overcome fears they have with new items, activities and experiences . Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Desensitization: Overcoming Fears, Getting Used To New Things no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Anxiety #Behaviour #Desensitization

Service delivery expectations, Virtual care, Guidelines for Clients and Families Regarding Exclusion Due to Illness, Centre Closure Days, Health and Wellness, client rights, privacy Lansdowne Children's Centre service delivery Services and Programs Board of Directors Strategic Plan 2023+ How We Provide Service and Supports Lansdowne Children's Centre team members are guided by the principles of Family Centered Practice which means we treat families with dignity and respect, sensitive to your unique needs and choices in making decisions. This also means sharing information sensitively and providing service that takes into account family goals. We work to offer services flexibly, using formal and informal supports to build on family strengths. Through mutual trust, respect, open communication and finding solutions together we can best reach family goals. - Rita-Marie Hadley, Executive Director Client Orientation: Beginning your journey with Lansdowne Family Engagement After completing an intake interview with SmartStart Hub, new clients are provided a welcome email and digital copy of our Client Handbook—Start Here Guide. The content of your client handbook is available on our website as web pages that can be translated into alternative languages using Google Translate tools. The client handbook includes important information about client safety and privacy. New clients are also introduced to Lansdowne Family Engagement services , and have immediate access to attend events and access the resource library. Virtual/Remote Care At Lansdowne While many of our services are provided in person, Virtual Care service delivery is one option of getting services provided by Lansdowne Children’s Centre. Virtual Care Encounters (VCE) are sessions where service providers, clients, and/or families are not in the same place. At Lansdowne, we use Zoom, which meets healthcare privacy regulations. Children/youth/family and their service provider(s) can see and speak with each other while in different places. For client sessions, it is the expectation a family member will be with the child/youth during sessions. Just like face-to-face sessions, video VCE creates a safe and positive therapeutic experience for your child/youth, and activities are planned that are engaging, and that address your child/youth’s needs. VCE is also an alternate option for family sessions/meetings. Talk with your service provider about the best service option(s) for your children/youth/family . Do you need help with access to technology? Ask you service provider about our Tech-Sharing program. You may be eligible to borrow a device from Lansdowne Children's Centre. Centre Closure Days Lansdowne Children's Centre locations will be closed for all statutory holidays . You can learn about Lansdowne Children’s Centre inclement weather or emergency closures by following our social media channels (Facebook and Instagram, @LansdowneChildrens), and/or by visiting this website, and/or by phoning Lansdowne at 519-753-3153 where the message will identify which sites are closed. Remote Service days allow families to continue their service as staff work online and virtually. If Brant sites are closed, radio stations Lite 92.1 FM and CKPC AM 1380 will be notified and asked to broadcast the closure information. If sites in Haldimand or Norfolk are closed, radio stations 98.9 MYFM radio and 92.9 FM The Grand will be notified and asked to broadcast the information. Health and Safety at Lansdowne Lansdowne Children's Centre is committed to a safe and healthy workplace for all employees, clients and visitors. In addition to complying with all applicable Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation with respect to health and safety, Lansdowne has developed policies and procedures with the intent of minimizing the risk of injury to all individuals. For further information about our Health and Safety program, please contact: Sarah Consoli, Human Resources Director (519) 753-3154 ext. 242 sconsoli@lansdownecc.com For further information about WHMIS regulations please visit: WHMIS regulations Lansdowne Health and Safety Policy PDF (<1MB) Guide to Ontario Health and Safety Act PDF (<1MB) Centre Closure and Remote Service Days Lansdowne Children's Centre locations will be closed for all statutory holidays . You can learn about Lansdowne Children’s Centre inclement weather or emergency closures by following our social media channels and/or by visiting this website, and/or by phoning Lansdowne at 519-753-3153 where the automated greeting message will identify which sites are closed. Remote Service days allow families to continue their service as staff work online and virtually. If Brantford-Brant sites are closed, radio station 92.1 LiteFM will be notified and asked to broadcast the closure information. If sites in Haldimand or Norfolk are closed, radio stations 98.9 MYFM radio and 92.9 FM The Grand will be notified and asked to broadcast the information. Client Satisfaction and MPOC Survey Annually, Lansdowne Children's Centre provides opportunity for clients to share their feedback as part of a survey client satisfaction survey effort. Client responses help inform governors and leaders about quality of service and impact of the strategic plan. The results of the survey are shared online, and included in the annual report. The MPOC—Measure of Processes of Care—survey is a tool used to assess how family-centered health services are for children. It's a self-report measure where parents/caregivers rate their experiences with healthcare providers and services. Compliments and Concerns Process Lansdowne Children's Centre values all feedback. We welcome any compliments and encourage you to please share your positive experiences with us and the team members involved. If you have any concerns, we encourage you to first discuss your concern with the involved team member. If you are not fully satisfied, or are uncomfortable discussing this with the team member, or wish further discussion, please bring your concern to the attention of the staff members’ Supervisor. Learn more, Compliments and Concerns Policy Learn more, Family Advisory Council (FAC)

Autism Services Brant Start Here Family Support Free Services Early Years ABA Intensive ABA Goal-Based Webinars < Back Please support our free webinars. CLICK HERE to register your view. Language and Communication Autism Services Brant The basics of language and communication in child development. Learn how communication does not require langauge. What is non-verbal communication? Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

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 AUTISM SERVICES All Services Index AUTISM SERVICES Intensive ABA Therapy, Birth to 12 years old What is Intensive ABA therapy? Intensive ABA therapy treatment is 6+ hours and/or a minimum of 3 scheduled appointments per week. Treatment is primarily provided at a 1:1 - child to therapist - ratio, with daily opportunities for interaction and play with peers. Children will be taught essential skills and the management of challenging behaviours, working across several developmental domains, including: • Language • Communication • Play • Social interactions • Personal hygiene • Toileting • School-readiness Who is eligible? Intensive ABA therapy is available for children/youth, age birth to 12 years, with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. A screening process will be applied to confirm eligibility for this program, including registration with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). Eligibility Start Referral Intensive ABA is available for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, up to age 6 years old. Registration with OAP is not required but is recommended. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations •Individualized assessment will determine specific goals for your child before treatment begins. •There will be an emphasis upon parent involvement and training within this intervention. •Therapy will be provided at Lansdowne Children’s Centre in Brantford. •Intensive ABA therapy is a commitment of 6+ hours per week. 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 Infant and Child Development Program (ICDP) The Infant & Child Development Program provides family-centered services in the early years of a child’s development, primarily in the home. Developmental Consultants partner with families to enhance the growth and development of children and provide support, information and early intervention services A home-based service for children age birth to school entry. Focuses on the child and family to optimize the child's development potential. Boosts positive parent-child contact with family support. Eligibility Start Referral Children from birth to school entry who have a developmental disability and/ or risk of developmental delay are eligible for a referral. Referrals can be made directly to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre by parents, physicians or community workers. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Developmental Consultants provide informal and formal assessments, information about child development, assistance to connect with other community services, and support to enhance parenting skills. Service is provided primarily in the home; frequency is based on the child and family’s needs and schedule. 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 RESPITE SERVICES All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES Kids Country Inn Kids Country Inn (KCI) is licensed by the Ministry Of Children, Community, and Social Services to provide out-of-home weekend respite. It is a fun-filled respite program located at Brantwood Abilities Centre in Brantford. This picturesque location offers an environment that supports the special needs of the children/youth, including a heated therapy pool, Snoezelen mutli-sensory environment room, and accessible grounds to explore. Lansdowne provides quality care in a home-like environment. Staffing consists of a complement of Nurses and well-trained Support Workers. Children and youth are well taken care of so that families can re-energize and rest. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth 0-18 years of age; Children/youth who are: Medically fragile, and/or Technologically dependent (uses a medical device on a consistent basis to maintain the function of daily living) ie. Catheterization, enteral tube feeding, suctioning and oxygen; or Physically disabled with multiple special needs, as defined by a physician Reside in Brantford or Brant County in their family home. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Once your child is deemed eligible they can expect to attend KCI approximately 4 weekends per year. The respite weekend runs from Friday at 6 pm to Sunday at 3:30 pm. Day respite is also an option for those not quite ready to sleep away from home. A parent-directed Care Plan is created for each 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

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY All Services Index OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Occupational Therapy at Lansdowne (OT) Occupational Therapists (OT) at Lansdowne Children's Centre work with children and their families to help improve skills and participation in daily activities. OT focuses on fine motor skills, typically thought of as the use of hands and upper extremities. Fine motor skills include activities such as reaching, grasping and manipulating objects with your hands, and can also involve vision, specifically visual motor skills, often referred to as hand-eye coordination. What are examples of challenges addressed with Occupational Therapy? Feeding (using a fork or spoon or cup) self-care (getting dressed, brushing hair, brushing teeth) playing (gripping toys, stacking blocks) printing and drawing (using a pencil or crayon) cutting with scissors (using tools effectively) emotional regulation (getting calm, alert, and ready to learn, play and/or interact with others) Eligibility Start Referral Children living in Brantford, Brant County, Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, may be eligible for Community Based Rehabilitation Services (CBRS) from birth through to their 19th birthday. Services are provided at our main location in Brantford (Brant County), and/or in Simcoe (Norfolk County), Caledonia and Dunnville (Haldimand County). Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Once a referral to Community Based (CBRS) Occupational Therapy Services has been completed, your child will be placed on an Assessment Waitlist. Our team will contact you to book your appointment when your turn comes. Your initial phone call conversation often includes questions that help to provide your occupational therapist with important information, to help gain understanding of your child’s strengths and interests as well as areas of need. Your first appointment may be a face-to-face assessment or a parent/caregiver interview. A follow-up appointment may be provided for observation in a natural setting, such as your child's home, school or daycare. The type of assessment will depend on your unique concerns, the reason for the referral, and by where your child fits best within our care pathways. Your occupational therapist will review findings with you, develop goals with you and will help to determine the best plan of intervention and assistance. Your service plan may include parent education sessions, group programming and/or “individual sessions” that are more focused to target your child’s specific goals. 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 ISAIAS & GABE Isaias is a newly 16-year-old young man. He is currently experiencing his second year of high school and is super creative and talented. His goal is to be a game designer when he grows up. He also loves to try out voice impersonations. He is a sponge and loves to learn, is compassionate, loving, caring, and funny. He is eager to help those around him. Many of Isaias's success can be attributed to the years of time spent with Lansdowne Children's Centre. Gabriel is currently 13 years old (going on 14 this summer). He is preparing for grade 9 this coming September. Gabriel, much like his brother is a sponge and enjoys learning. Constantly pushing himself to meet goals. His dream is to become a paleontologist. Gabriel is outgoing, funny, caring and loving. Like his brother Isaias, Lansdowne has been a huge puzzle piece in propelling Gabriel forward to the success he is today! Isaias and Gabriel are not only brothers but best friends. Isaias is full of facts and can grab your attention in an instant to teach you all about something. He has mad dance skills and is just as talented at yoga! Gabriel is very thoughtful and it shows in everything he does from a kind word to a creative project. He loves dinosaurs and it would be impossible to stump him on any dinosaur-related information! The care and support they show each other is heartwarming and they will offer that same support to their peers. Gabriel is always there to give a friend an uplifting compliment during a creative project and Isaias can always recognize when someone is feeling down and needs a friend. “The Brothers” can always be relied on to bring their contagious enthusiasm to any activity or event! The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back BROOKLYN 2020 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Ambassador Brooklyn is just like any other 11 year old girl you might know. She loves to play with her friends, socialize on Facebook Messenger, play on her iPad and at times, torment her younger brother and sister. She loves Disney Descendants, DC SuperHero Girls, dance, and making movies with her friends. She can often be found in her room fixated on the latest Youtube videos or playing with her massive collection of LOL dolls. She was also born with a rare neurologic disorder called episodic ataxia that drastically affects her fine motor, gross motor and speech abilities. Brooklyn may not be able to walk or talk like the average 11 year old girl but she has the same hopes, dreams and desires as any other child her age. Lansdowne Children’s Centre has been an integral part of her development since a very young age when she was first enrolled with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and early integration program soon followed, along with the recreation program as she approached the appropriate age. "When Brooke first became involved with Lansdowne Children’s Centre we were simply following Doctor’s orders. It soon became clear to us that this was a group of people who would help shape who she will grow to become. The staff are committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for all. They have been an excellent resource to us as the parents of a special needs child and we can safely say that Brooke would not be the well-adjusted, social child that she is today if it weren’t for their help." The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us