Scholastic Book Club, order online | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Scholastic Book Club, order online Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Scholastic Book Club, order online no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: resoruces, books, early learning, literacy, Scholastic. fundraising

Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Information for client families about media consents, information sharing and the electronic health record. Start Here Guide: How to Provide Consent for Information and Story Sharing Understanding your right to privacy, and guides for sharing information. Return How to Provide Consent for Information Sharing You can provide consent to a service provider working with your child. Your consent will be noted in the electronic record. The “Consent for Information Sharing and Collection of Personal Information” form is a guide for providing this consent. For more information about the collection, use or sharing of personal information, or to discuss any concerns you may have, please contact Lansdowne's Information Officer/ Director of Client Services at 519-753-3153 ext. 217 or email info@lansdownecc.com If you have a concern about how your information has been handled , you may call the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario at 1-800-387-0073 or visit their website at www.ipc.on.ca Click here for more information about the Lansdowne Children's Centre privacy policy Media Release Consent: allowing Lansdowne to share your story and image(s) If I choose to provide Media Consent… How can Lansdowne share my image, audio and/or video? Our team uses approved client images, audio and video clips for editorial means, to: celebrate client accomplishments demonstrate service provider methods, exercises illustrate a story about a Lansdowne experience (such as a service, event or donation) promote the positive impact of Lansdowne resources, supports, services and programs Where can Lansdowne share my image, audio and/or video? Lansdowne media channels and outlets can include: our website, www.LansdowneCentre.ca our social media channels, @LansdowneChildrens (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), @LansdowneCTC (Twitter/X), Lansdowne Children’s Centre on LinkedIn, Google print and digital communications including our Annual Report, presentations, news release submissions to media (newspapers, local news blogs, radio and TV What are the limitations of my consent? Lansdowne will not use your image, image, audio and/or video for advertising campaigns without your additional expressed consent, specific to the needs and expectations of the campaign. This includes: promotional materials circulated in the community, outside Lansdowne operated sites Public advertising, such as billboards, commercials, or paid advertisements in publications To provide media consent and allow your image, audio and/or video material to be share by Lansdowne Children's Centre, please ask for a media consent from from Reception, or from your Lansdowne service provider. What is the Lansdowne Ambassador Program? A Lansdowne Ambassador typically engages with our communications team to create media in support of telling a Lansdowne that is shared as part of a promotional and/or advocacy effort for an event, fundraising or awareness campaign. This media can include a full-length written feature story, a video interview, a series of short videos, a mix of photos, and/or any other creative applications to best illustrate your story and achieve the goals of the ambassador campaign. Are you interested in being a Lansdowne Ambassador? To express your interest and learn more about telling your story with Lansdowne, please tell your Lansdowne service provider, or contact Communications Supervisor Joshua Paxton by email, jpaxton@lansdownecc.com What Clients Need to Know About Information Sharing In order to develop a care plan and provide your child and family with the services that best meet your needs, staff at Lansdowne Children’s Centre will ask for information about your child and family. With Your Consent This Information is Shared Only with those professionals and organizations serving your child and family Through verbal and written communication, and in an electronic record The electronic health record lets Lansdowne Children’s Centre staff working with your child and family view and write down information about your child in a secure and confidential manner. It also means that you don’t have to repeat information as often, and it lets your team build on past progress and experience. Community partners included in your consent are listed on the “Consent for Information Sharing and Collection of Personal Information” form. You can say if you do not want to share certain information or if you do not want to share with certain people. Your child’s electronic record is secure and protected. This web‐based shared electronic record uses the same technology that is used for online banking. In order for members of your child’s team to use your child’s electronic record, they must: Be authorized by Lansdowne to access your child’s password‐protected record Attend training on the electronic record and related privacy policies and guidelines Sign a confidentiality agreement Your consent will be documented in the shared electronic record. Please help us to keep information accurate and up‐to‐date. Tell your service provider of any changes. Return

What is ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)? | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library What is ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)? This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. 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. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages What is ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)? no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Terms #ABA #Introduction

Resources for a child's developing motor skills including development milestones and connecting with occupational therapy and physiotherapy Questions about a child's motor abilities? Child Development Checklist SmartStart Hub Visit the SmartStart Hub page and review the available development milestone checklists to consider how your child is progressing. If you have concerns, connect with SmartStart Hub by submitting a referral. Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy Learn more about the occupational therapy services available at Lansdowne Children's Centre, helping infants, children and youth to develop everyday skills for independent living. Skill goals may include: grasping objects, handwriting, feeding, getting dressed, coordination and other fine motor skills. Physiotherapy Physiotherapy Learn more about the physiotherapy services available at Lansdowne Children's Centre, helping infants, children and youth develop muscle strength, control and mobility. Skill goals may include: head control, standing, crawling, walking, or using mobility devices.

Back to School Support, Tips from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Back to School Support, Tips from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Back to school season each September can be hard. What can we do to prepare? What are some considerations we may not have thought of? How do we make it more successful? How do we increase independence in our children? This presentation from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre and the tips and tools included help caregivers and families to set goals and priorities. Keep in mind that everything you see in this workshop presentation will not be a priority to you or your child at this time. Choose your battles and be compassionate with yourself and child. Breaking goals into smaller steps. Helpful visuals. Communication with school staff. and more. For additional questions or assistance, or to book a free consultation with an Autism Therapist to discuss your goals, reach a Family Support Worker by phone or email, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call 1-800-454-7186 (local 519-753-3153) ext. 268 or ext. 327, or email autism@lansdownecc.com www.lansdownecentre.ca/autism Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Back to School Support, Tips from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: autism, school, goal setting,

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. Goal Setting with Children Autism Services Brant Learn how setting goals with your child can provide a measure and motivator for progress and success. 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. Transitions, an ABA approach to smooth transitions Autism Services Brant Why are transitions so challenging? Learn more about how you can help your child with strategies to ease transition stress, and the 3 Cs of Comfort: Consistency, Control and Certainty. 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

Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness CLICK HERE TO OPEN THE ONLINE CHECKLIST, SELF-SCREENING TOOL This kindergarten readiness checklist provides cognitive, physical and communication abilities that most children are demonstrating by the time they are ready for school entry (ie. starting kindergarten). Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness 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

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

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:

Getting School-Ready: Supporting Fine Motor Development | EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Getting School-Ready: Supporting Fine Motor Development This video on Supporting Fine Motor Development identifies ways to promote fine motor development through a variety of strategies and practical tips, including: - Fundamentals of Fine Motor Success - Promoting independence at school - Practical Tips and Classroom Ideas This is an educational video intended for caregivers and primary teachers of young children in their early years of child development, presented by two occupational therapists from Lansdowne Children's Centre. Discover universal handouts in the image gallery, with tips and strategies to develop different fine motor skills such as holding a pencil, or using scissors. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Getting School-Ready: Supporting Fine Motor Development no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Fine Motor, OT, Occupational Therapy, Using Hands, Coordination, Pencil Grip, Scissor Skills