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 Goal-Based ABA Therapy, Birth to 18 years old What is Goal Based ABA therapy? Goal Based ABA therapy focuses on the unique, specific goals of your child that can be addressed in 1 - 8 hours per week. Depending on your goal(s), service can be delivered in multiple ways: 1:1, groups, and workshops, with an emphasis on parent/caregiver training/consultation. Who is eligible? Goal based ABA therapy is available for children/youth, age birth to 18 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). The reduction of challenging behaviours, including aggression to self or others, will not be a specific goal area addressed within this program. How it Works? When a space is available, a clinician will call you to arrange an appointment. Your child/you will receive an individualized assessment. Both your assessment and treatment will be supervised by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). There will be emphasis on parent involvement and training, for parents to feel confident in continuing with skill building when treatment is done and to feel comfortable sharing their skills with people in a variety of environments. Treatment will be provided at a location most suitable for your selected goals, including Lansdowne Children's Centre (at 39 Mt. Pleasant St., Brantford), your home or in the community. Additional costs for mileage and travel time apply for home or community locations. Eligibility Start Referral Goal Based ABA is available for children/youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, of 6 years and older. Registration with OAP is not required but is recommended. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Some common goals in this program include (but are not limited to): •Attending appointments •Social interactions •Toileting •Personal hygiene •School and job readiness •Language •Communication •Independent living skills, such as dressing or eating with a utensil If you don’t see your specific goal, please ask us. Goal Based is a commitment of 1 - 8 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 AUTISM SERVICES All Services Index AUTISM SERVICES Entry to School The Entry to School program was introduced as a bridge to kindergarten for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Families registered with OAP are selected and invited by the government agency to participate in the program, hosted by Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford. Eligibility Start Referral 1) Registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) 2) Receive an invitation letter from the OAP/Provincial Ministry is required. After receiving your letter please call SmartStart Hub at 519.753.3153 x507 to connect with Autism Services. 2) Child is has not yet enrolled in school and is under the age for grade one. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Participants begin on their own, meeting the classroom as a lone individual free to explore as they interact with adults. When they return for group play, they are one of four in the classroom, with groups alternating days. As the program progresses the groups come together to form a group of eight. The classes are supported by multiple team members, specialists in early childhood education, behaviour, communication, motor skills, and speech and language. 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

Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs A two-page printable handout, 8.5 x 11, outlining the programs and services available at all Lansdowne Children's Centre sites, in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe. Visit our website for additional information about the full compliment of rehabilitation, respite and recreation services and programs available. www.lansdownecentre.ca Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Core Communication Board, Sesame Street, Autism, AAC | EarlyYears, Speech | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Core Communication Board, Sesame Street, Autism, AAC Sesame Street’s first AAC board features core vocabulary and beloved characters. Follow the Learn More link to download your own printable copy. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Core Communication Board, Sesame Street, Autism, AAC no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: AAC, communication, autism

Waiting communication strategies | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Waiting communication strategies Wait for your child to comment, react, or ask for more with a gesture or a word. If your child does not say anything after you have waited five to ten seconds, model the words that they could have said. For example: Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Waiting communication strategies no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PSL26-07AS, communication, strategy, waiting, patience, parent

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. Juggling the Duties of the Brain | Understanding Executive Functioning Autism Services Brant Have you ever noticed how the skills on a child's report card often resemble the skills listed on a job application? Executive functioning is a set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking and self control. We use these skills everyday to learn, work and manage daily life. Learn how to identify challenges with executive function, and how to implement learning strategies, as we walk through different scenarios that may relate to aspects of your own life and/or your child's life. 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

Intro to ABA Terms - Applied Behaviour Analysis | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Intro to ABA Terms - Applied Behaviour Analysis This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. An introduction to the world of ABA - covering the basics of Applied Behaviour Analysis . Hosted by Courtney and Abbey, autism therapists at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Intro to ABA Terms - Applied Behaviour Analysis no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Terms #ABA #Introduction

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River/Other Region of Ontario SMARTSTART HUB All Services Index SMARTSTART HUB Referrals, Intake Services, SmartStart Hub Anyone with a concern about their child's development can contact SmartStart Hub to start the referral process. No diagnosis or doctor referral is required. Lansdowne Children's Centre is a one-stop solution for connecting with resources, services and supports for communication, developmental and physical concerns. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth 0-19 years of age Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations The onlinfe referral form collects your details and informs our conversation about your referral. Referral forms are securely, electronically submitted to Intake Services. If Lansdowne does not provide a needed service, our staff will inform you of the appropriate community agency for the service. 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

Why Routines Are Important | EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Why Routines Are Important 3 reasons why establishing and following routines, with flexibility, is important in child development. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Why Routines Are Important no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: early learning, new parents, child development, routines, behaviour

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

Transition to Adult Services: A Guide | Teens | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Transition to Adult Services: A Guide Who are we planning for? Youth in their later teen years (14-17 years old ) with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or who are medically complex. During ages 0-17 years old youth receive services from children services. Prior to the youth turning 18 years old, they must apply and qualify for funding through adult services which have different criteria than children's services. What are we planning for? The transition out of Children Services The transition through high school and into post secondary school or career path The transition to a higher level of independence The transition to adult service providers (if applicable) Transition planning refers to the transition out of children�s services and transition into adult services. Although some youth will continue to stay in school until their 21st birthday and receive school health services (Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy), most clients will no longer receive services from Lansdowne Children�s Centre after the age of 18. Before discharging, Lansdowne wants to ensure that youth and their family have a plan for the future As teens approach the age of 16, the Lansdowne staff supporting the family and/or school will have a discussion of what the plan is for the future (next few years/beyond high school). Through these conversations, staff will have a better understanding of what kind of adult services the youth may be eligible for and what relevant goals the youth may have for their future. Some examples of goals could include: finding a volunteer opportunity joining a social activity specific goals around the home that may lead to a higher level of independence exploring post secondary options exploring part-time or full-time job opportunites Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Transition to Adult Services: A Guide no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: teen, school age, adulthood, post-secondary, independence, SCILL

Finding Licensed Childcare, Brantford-Brant | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Finding Licensed Childcare, Brantford-Brant Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Finding Licensed Childcare, Brantford-Brant no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: