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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

Pathways to Services, Haldimand and Norfolk (HN Reach) | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten, Child and Youth, Family | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Pathways to Services, Haldimand and Norfolk (HN Reach) Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Pathways to Services, Haldimand and Norfolk (HN Reach) no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy In Part Four our presenters, Brenda and Sara, continue sharing strategies to promote healthy advocacy and engagement. Examples and suggestions on how to welcome creative and constructive conversation, and how to avoid confrontation and combative postures. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Advocacy, Advocate, Help, Support, Inclusive, Accomodate, Assistance

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

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. Boundaries and Personal Space Autism Services Brant In this virtual workshop you will learn about Tips and Strategies for teaching personal space to children, and why this is important; as well as resources available to help you. 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

Board Member, Acting Secretary Skylar Turkiewicz-DaBreo-, 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 Skylar Turkiewicz-DaBreo- Board Member, Acting Secretary Skylar is a past Lansdowne Foundation board member and treasurer. She joined the Lansdowne Centre board in 2025.

What is SCILL Progam? | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library What is SCILL Progam? SCILL PROGRAM 2026 will take place the week of August 17 through 20. The per-participant cost of this program is $850 and can be paid for using SSAH (Special Services at Home), Respite Care, ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Respite, OAP (Ontario Autism Program), or personal funds. If you are interested in participating in SCILL Program, please click here to complete an online interest form We will review your eligibility and reach out to discuss your interest. Completion of this application form does not guarantee a place in the program. SCILL PROGRAM OVERVIEW The annual Self Care & Independence Learning for Life (#SCILL) program aims to enhance the independent life skills of transitional-aged youth who are, or have been clients of Lansdowne Children's Centre. SCILL is a week long camp in an accessible setting, introducing the opportunity for youth to set their own goals for the week. Staff are on hand to assist with care needs, as directed by the clients and adapting skills as required to meet individual needs. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages What is SCILL Progam? no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Teens, Transition, Young Adult, Independence, Life Skills, Self Care

Language and Communication | Speech, EarlyYears | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Language and Communication This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. The basics of language and communication in child development. Learn how communication does not require langauge. What is non-verbal communication? Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Language and Communication no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Communication #GoalSetting #Social

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. Routines - What they are, and why we use them Autism Services Brant Life is full of routines. In this webinar we talk about how to plan a routine with your child, considering their skills and needs as well as your own as a parent or caregiver. We also provide tools and tips for communicating and learning the routine with your child. 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

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. Proactive Behaviour Strategies Autism Services Brant What is a Proactive Behaviour Strategy? How can it help to reduce the chances of challenging behaviour? When should you use it? 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

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. Eating Strategies Part One - Basics of Encouraging Appropriate Meal-Time Behaviour Autism Services Brant What is the difference between a Picky Eater and a Feeding Disorder What sort of questions should you ask of your doctor? Learn about individualized goals and creating mealtime strategies, including Controlled Choices, and Building Motivation. 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

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. What is ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)? Autism Services Brant This online webinar recording is an introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), what that means, the evidence-based practice, it's effectiveness and who can benefit from ABA services. 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