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Intro to ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Intro to ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. Learn about how a child/youth perceives and interacts with the environment , and how you can change the environment around your child/youth, to help them be more successful. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Intro to ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #ASD #Introduction

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)

Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months CLICK HERE TO OPEN THE ONLINE CHECKLIST, SELF-SCREENING TOOL This early years development checklist provides physical and communication development milestones that most children are demonstrating in each age group. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Milestones, Child Development, Mobility, Communication, Coordination

Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months CLICK HERE TO OPEN THE ONLINE CHECKLIST, SELF-SCREENING TOOL This communication checklist provides development milestones that most children are demonstrating in each age group. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Milestones, Child Development, Communication, Sounds, Words, Speech

A trusted Autism service and support provider in Brantford and Brant County since 2004, providing Foundational Family Services and individualized programming and behaviour reduction plans for child and youth clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Fee-For-Service Programs Apply Today making connections. EVENTS Register for Upcoming Events and Programs, Autism Services Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group Fri, Mar 06 Brantford Register Now Multiple Dates Autism Services Bricks and Building Club ages 8-12 Tue, Mar 17 Brantford More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Video Game Night ages 10-14 Wed, Mar 18 Brantford More Info Load More Autism Services, Lansdowne Children's Centre and Family Engagement Services organize and facilitate programs, workshops and social events for Lansdowne children and youth clients and their families. Open Autism Event Calendar Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Workers 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 A trusted Autism service and support provider in Brantford and Brant County since 2004, providing Foundational Family Services and individualized programming and behaviour reduction plans for child and youth clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). OPEN MENU VIDEOS Autism Services provides a FREE streaming webinar channel featuring presentations on popular topics of family interest or concern. Our videos are hosted on YouTube as unlisted links. Continue to our Webinar Gallery to learn more and access education resources you can view at your convenience. VIEW VIDEOS Back to school transition tips, from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Goal setting, checklists, helpful visuals and educator communication, are just some of the back to school tips shared by Autism Services professionals at Lansdowne Children's Centre is online presentation resource. Aug 25, 2025 Youth presenter has message go viral on social media, World Autism Awareness Day It’s clear that Karrvin’s words resonated with the Lansdowne Children's Centre community and well beyond; within 24 hours of a video of him speaking being posted on Lansdowne’s social media Apr 15, 2025 Celebrating the life-changing work of Lansdowne during World Autism Awareness Day Brandon and Chelsea Partridge shared a bit about their experiences as the parents of children with Autism, supported by Lansdowne Children's Centre.. Apr 15, 2025 1 2 3 4 5 Are you looking for help with getting started? Try our Start Here Guide . 4 Steps to connecting you with Autism Services. We can help you with registration, referrals and more. Autism Services @ Lansdowne First Steps for Families Registration help Learn about ABA therapy Follow our 4-Step plan to Ontario Autism Program (OAP) registration and service eligibility Learn More Foundational Family Services Ages 0 - 18 years FREE Autism Services supports at Lansdowne Tools to work with your child and participate in their learning and development Learn More Early Years Programs Ages 12 - 48 months FREE Caregiver-mediated programs teach families strategies that may help their young children learn new skills and meet individual goals. Learn More Intensive ABA Ages 0 - 12 years Fee-for-service therapy Your child is taught essential skills and the management of challenging behaviours. Learn More Goal-Based ABA Ages 0 - 18 years Fee-for-service therapy Help your child reach their unique goals in a series of weekly appointments. Learn More Workshops Parents participate in education and training Online or in-person Autism Services Calendar Video Gallery What is ABA? Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. ABA therapy applies our understanding of how behavior works to real situations. The goal is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are harmful or affect learning. ABA treatment is individualized to meet the unique needs of your child/youth, focusing on desired behaviour with awareness of emotional and environmental influences. Can ABA Help? YES! ABA therapy when supervised by a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) helps to increase functional appropriate behavior and decreases challenging behavior. Why Lansdowne? Lansdowne Children's Centre has been a trusted provider of Autism Services for children and youth with Autism in Brantford and Brant County since 2004. We have provided Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services throughout this time including Intensive Behaviour Intervention (IBI), ABA Supports and Services, groups, workshops and parent training. Our caring staff get to know our children and families well, and learn how to best suit their needs. Our Family-Centered principles guide our relationship working with children, parents and caregivers in collaboration. We also have access to other specialist Lansdowne team members should you have questions or needs outside of Autism Services. Common Questions What is a Family Support Worker? Our Family Support Workers (FSW) are here to help children, youth and their families’ access appropriate Autism services and supports quickly and easily. Our FSW team can help you with: • Registering for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and Access OAP • Completing and submitting funding applications • Service coordination to meet your family needs • Answer any other questions you might have about Autism srvices and Lansdowne Children's Centre You can reach our Family Support Workers by phone at 1-800-454-7186 (local 519-753-3153) extension 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com(mailto:autism@lansdownecc.com) Fee-for-Service and Foundational Family Services, what's the difference? Fee-for-Service programs and services require a client payment for access to the program or service, similar to pay-to-play recreation programs like music lessons, youth sports and art classes. We are happy to help you discover available funding programs to offset your Fee-for-Service costs. The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is an example of a provincial government program requiring registration, application and approval to access funds. Additional funding resources include grants, scholarships, bursaries and sponsorships. Foundational Family Services are no-cost to the client family. They are publicly funded programs and services, accessible to all clients meeting the need criteria for the service or program. Free Foundational Family Services begin with a no-charge intake consultation to learn more about you and your child, and your family's needs. We are happy to make recommendations for programs and assistance to best-serve your unique needs. What is the Caregiver-Mediated Early Years Program? Autism Services Caregiver-Mediated Early Years programs are FREE of charge, part of our Foundational Family Services, and teach families strategies that may help their young children learn new skills and meet individual goals. These play-based and child-led programs are for young children, ages 12 months to 48 months (1 - 4 years), and aim to build caregivers’ capacity to support their child’s skill development. A program is available for a period of up to six-months per child. How long is your waitlist? The time between your initial intake consultation and your first program or service experience varies, depending on the program or service you are seeking. We do not have a standard expectation for wait time. We do have excellent resource consultants that are happy to help you navigate waittimes by recommending alternative action plans to fill your time. These alternatives may include one, or a mix of suggestions, including virtual care, streaming webinars for at-home actions, or alternate program paths with available capacity. Learn more about the available FREE Foundational Family Services and the Fee-For-Service supports at Lansdowne. FREE Services Fee-for-Service

Board Chair, President, Chair of Long Range Planning Committee Ashley Veldkamp, 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 Ashley Veldkamp Board Chair, President, Chair of Long Range Planning Committee Ashley Veldkamp joined our board in 2017 and is a real estate agent and a parent of a child with special needs. As a member of a Lansdowne client family, Ashley has experienced multiple services and supports at Lansdowne.

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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. 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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.

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River LIFESPAN SUPPORT SERVICES All Services Index LIFESPAN SUPPORT SERVICES Child and Youth Worker (CYW) A Child and Youth Worker provides supportive counselling to those who are coping with the implications of a diagnosis/special need. This professionally trained worker can support children, adolescents and their families, individually and in groups. Eligibility Start Referral Children and youth clients receiving services from Lansdowne Children's Centre and their families, are eligible for Child and Youth Worker Services. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations A Child and Youth Worker can provide supportive counselling to help with: Adjustment to illness & disability Managing client stress and developing healthy coping strategies Building social skills Behaviour strategies and support for parents and caregivers Building confidence and self-advocacy skills Planning decisions and emotional needs when transitioning to adult services Sibling support needs Education and support can be provided for a variety of topics on a needs basis. Workshop topics may include: Internet safety Community safety & independence Bullying and self-esteem. Sibling support needs Youth transition 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 Early Integration Program (EIP) When educators, resource consultants, and childcare support workers unite with a shared vision, the result is more than just a classroom — it becomes a vibrant, inclusive world where every child feels safe, seen, and inspired to learn through play. Supporting inclusion in early learning environments FOR EDUCATORS CLICK HERE to open a short video series (10-min) to learn more about the roles of Resource Consultants and Childcare Support Workers What is a Resource Consultant? Resource consultants are specialists in child development and inclusion. Their primary role is to partner with educators to identify barriers to participation and develop strategies that support all children— especially those with additional or diverse needs, or developmental delays, including children with exceptionalities. Resource consultants: observe classroom dynamics, facilitate team discussions, and offer guidance on best practices. Resource Consultants help educators identify how to adapt environments and better support inclusion. These innovations help to integrate children with additional needs into Early Learning settings by offering appropriate strategies and tools to meet each child's unique needs and strengths, to increase a child’s participation in early learning environments. Resource consultants provide developmental screening, assisting in identification of developmental concerns, and providing recommendations for appropriate interventions or referrals. Resource consultants provide training and coaching for educators, professional development, on topics like behavior management, inclusive practices, and child development. Educators are then armed with knowledge and skills they can implement in their early learning environment and share with their client families. Resource consultants collaborate and partner with client families to identify children’s areas of strength and emerging skills requiring intervention and connect them with local services and support. Resource consultants also collaborate with other Lansdowne service providers and other professionals to create cohesive support plans for children. The Role of Childcare Support Workers Childcare Support Workers, or enhanced staff as they are sometimes called, are additional educators to help support programs/classrooms to implement recommendations and strategies developed in collaboration with the Resource Consultant. Childcare support workers work directly with educators to support inclusive practices—whether that means adapting activities, assisting with transitions, or helping children engage meaningfully with their peers and environment. A childcare support worker is considered for a classroom or program when Resource Consultant recommendations, strategies, resources and accommodations have been used in the environment, and needs for support continue. Examples include: · safety concerns · risk of harm to self or others · Elopement · ongoing health concerns requiring significant attention of an educator · or physical needs that require educators to physically place a child to explore the classroom Eligibility Start Referral Children birth - 12 years of age with a developmental concern and or delay are eligible for the program. Referrals can be made directly to Lansdowne Children’s Centre by parents, or community workers. Goals, Skills and Keywords Inclusion, accessibility, participation, assessment, childcare, child development, strategies, recommendations, support worker, resource consultant Expectations The Resource Consultant assists by taking a case management role, helping your family navigate through services as well as transitioning your child to school to ensure everyone is working together to meet the needs of the 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

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

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