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Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River RESPITE SERVICES All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES In-Home Respite Care In-Home Respite care program offers families an opportunity for a break by providing a support worker to work with the child/youth in the home or in the community. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth 0-18 years of age with long term physical, developmental and/or communication disabilities. Children/youth who require assistance to perform physical and/or functional tasks in a manner similar to that of a non-disabled person of the same age. Reside in Brant and Brant County with parent or legal guardian. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Children/youth who are eligible for this program will be prioritized for service based on a variety of considerations and areas of need. The In-Home Respite program provides support workers with a wide range of skills and experience. The Program Supervisor will assist your family in finding the right match for your 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

Lansdowne Children's Centre has a rich history in Brantford and the surrounding area. As the Grand Erie region's SmartStart Hub, Lansdowne connects families with top quality services, supports and resources, for children and youth with special needs, and their families. Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development Public Accountability Lansdowne Children’s Centre is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Board of Directors Strategic Plan 2023+ Services and Programs Service Delivery Broader Public Sector Accountability Broader Public Sector (BPS) organizations – such as Lansdowne Children’s Centre – receive operational funding from the Ontario Government. BPS accountability requirements ensure such organizations acquire publicly funded goods and services in an open, fair and transparent way. We invite you to review our current business documents and policies on this page demonstrating our BPS compliance. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) At Lansdowne Children’s Centre, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture but our reputation and achievements as well. Policy Ref A 2-a-060 View More Board Code of Ethics Recognizing its legal and ethical responsibility for the direction and operations of Lansdowne Children’s Centre, the Board of Directors will keep the following uppermost in all its decision making: the health and well being of children and their families; the delivery of high-quality services; and the welfare of staff. Policy Ref B 3-020 View More Expense Authorization No expenditure shall be authorized unless the Board of Directors has approved the purchase, either through the budgeting process or through specific requests that have received the approval of the Board. All employees shall obtain appropriate authorization for any expenditure of Lansdowne Children’s Centre funds. Policy Ref A 5-b-10 View More Capital Procurement Policy No expenditure shall be authorized unless the Board of Directors has approved the purchase, either through the budgeting process or through committee designated authority. All employees shall obtain appropriate authorization for any expenditure of Lansdowne Children’s Centre funds Policy Ref A 5-b-115 View More Procurement Policy Adopting Ontario Broader Public Sector Supply Chain Code of Ethics View More BPS Supply Chain Code of Ethics View More Travel, Meal & Hospitality Expenses Policy View More Perquisites Policy View More Perquisite Policy Compliance View More 2024-25 Audited Financial Statement View More Performance Scorecard View More Annual Report View More Strategic Plan 2023-28 View More Analysis of 2024-25 Financial Results View More Our Mission Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs. Our Vision Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth. Our Values At Lansdowne Children's Centre we value Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment, and Safety (RIDES). We are committed to safety, accessibility and accountable teamwork. Lansdowne vision statement Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth. Lansdowne mission statement Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs. Lansdowne value statement Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment and Safety. (RIDES) Lansdowne strategies A culture of excellence; State of the art environment; Innovation to enhance service; Tell our story. a culture of excellence state of art environment innovation to enhance service tell our story staff and client engagement help shape or implementation planning Strategic Plan update June 2023 - Presented by Rob Simmons, Long-Range Planning Committee Chair & Past Board Chair our process

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

Register to participate in available fee for service programs offered by Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre. We are happy to help guide you in completing the requirements for service. Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford What are Fee for Service (FFS) programs? Starting at $185/hour as of May 1, 2025 Autism Services program fees are inclusive of the in-program time, indirect supervision by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), report writing and prep-work that occurs before and after each program appointment. I am ready to register... Start Form Return to this page and update your information as often as needed. Keeping your profile current and confirming that you meet the three criteria for eligibility can help maintain and improve your wait list position. Questions? We are happy to help guide you through registration with Lansdowne Children's Centre, registering with Ontario Autism Program (OAP), and any questions you may have about Lansdowne Autism Services ABA fee-for-service programs. Follow the link below to connect with a Family Support Worker. Contact Us more about FFS program registration When you complete the FFS program registration form, based on your responses you will be added to one of two lists for Autism Services: "Waitlist- Does not meet criteria" or "Ready to Go-Meets criteria". You will only be contacted by Lansdowne to be offered a spot in an FFS program if you have communicated that you currently meet the following eligibility criteria: Your child is a registered client with Lansdowne Children's Centre Autism Services You currently have funding available to purchase the minimum contract amount (1 hr/week for 3 months, $2220) or have scheduled your determination of needs meeting with AccessOAP What is an Intensive ABA program? The Lansdowne Children's Centre Intensive ABA program is a fee-for-service therapy intended for children ages 0 to 12 years. This Autism Services program teaches your child essential skills and management of challenging behaviours. Learn More What is a Goal-based ABA program? The Lansdowne Children's Centre Goal-based ABA program is a fee-for-service therapy available to children and youth ages newborn to 18 years. This program helps your child to reach their unique goals in a series of weekly appointments, delivered in a mix of 1:1, groups and workshops, with an emphasis on parent/caregiver training/consultation. Learn More What happens after FFS registration? After your completed form is submitted you will receive an automated email confirmation. Next, one of our family support workers will review your updated registration and determine if you meet the required criteria to begin a fee-for-service ABA program with Autism Services. For those on the "Ready to Go" list... When your program has availability you will receive an offer of service email from Lansdowne, delivered to the email address currently on file with us from your most-recent registration form. This offer will include an an expiry date. Please respond to the offer with urgency. Failure to respond and complete the acceptance form before the expiry date will result in forfeit of your child's priority in the wait list. You will be required to restart the process again with a new registration form. Core Clinical Funding typically expires after 12-months. Accepting services from another provider will not impact your access to any Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre.

Worth the Wait, Speech Interactions | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Worth the Wait, Speech Interactions You’ve probably heard that talking to your child is critical for their language development. But did you know that not talking sometimes is just as important? When children are learning to communicate, they need many opportunities to start interactions, and they often need extra time to send their messages. If adults do all of the talking, children don’t get a chance to start an interaction and they don’t have enough time to think before sending their message. That’s why one of the best things you can do during interactions with your child is to WAIT expectantly. This handout will help yourecognize the power of waiting, how to wait effectively, and what to look out for while you're waiting. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Worth the Wait, Speech Interactions no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication, Waiting

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

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:

Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home This printable 4-page handout provides an overview and understanding of Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and provides recommendations for strategies you can try at home. Page 4 also provides a list of Local Orthotists that offer cranial remolding therapy. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, flat spot, baby, infant, newborn, cranial, orthotist, PT, physio

Reinforcement Versus Preference | Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Reinforcement Versus Preference This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. This education video for parents and caregivers talks about the difference between reinforcement and child preference ; what is a reinforcement? and how to find the highest reinforcement for your child or learner. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Reinforcement Versus Preference no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Reinforcement #Behaviour #Learning

Healthy Sleeping Habits, The Why and the How of Sleep Hygiene | EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Healthy Sleeping Habits, The Why and the How of Sleep Hygiene This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. This webinar about Sleep Hygiene discusses common questions about the need for sleep and how ASD may affect a child's ability to get the rest they need. In this video we offer tips and training on navigating common struggles including bed wetting, transitioning to a new bed, establishing a routine, night waking and sleeping alone. We want to help you establish healthy sleeping habits. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Healthy Sleeping Habits, The Why and the How of Sleep Hygiene no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Sleep #Routines #Behaviour

Lansdowne speech and language services helps infants and children develop their communication skills, including speech sounds, understanding and producing language, and using language to interact with others. All Services Index REHABILITATION SERVICES Speech & Language Therapy at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe Start Referral What is Speech and Language Therapy? (SLT) Speech and Language therapy at Lansdowne Children's Centre focuses on helping infants and children develop their communication skills. Communication includes speech sound production, understanding and producing language and using language to interact with others. Areas we work on in speech and language therapy: Understanding words and sentences Using words and putting words together Using language to interact with others Making speech sounds Stuttering Feeding and swallowing concerns Speech & Language Supports click on an image to learn more 1 2 1 ... 1 2 ... 2 Checklist, Speech & Language Development 0 - 36 months Preschool Speech & Language Therapy (PSL) School-Based Speech & Language Therapy (SBRS-ST) Access FREE resources online Connect with streaming videos, printable tip sheets and home-based activities based on proven universal strategies to help your child's development. PLUS, connect with community-based resources and services. Open Resources What is a Speech-Language Pathologist? Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) at Lansdowne provide assessment and treatment for infants and children with communication delays or disorders, or feeding and swallowing concerns. What is a Communicative Disorders Assistant? A Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) at Lansdowne provides speech and language intervention under the supervision of a SLP. READY FOR REFERRAL? CLICK HERE 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

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