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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

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.

Multi-Year Accessibility Plan | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Multi-Year Accessibility Plan Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Multi-Year Accessibility Plan no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

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:

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

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

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

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,

Engaing in Play - play skills for parents | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Engaing in Play - play skills for parents This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. This webinar recording teaches parents about six different types of play , specific components of play, how to schedule in play and how to teach basic play skills. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Engaing in Play - play skills for parents no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Play #Toys #Social

Haldimand/Norfolk County HN AUTISM SERVICES All Services Index HN AUTISM SERVICES Autism Services Eligibility Start Referral Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations 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

How To Teach a Skill | Speech, EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library How To Teach a Skill This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. We break down the art of teaching to understand where to start, and how to build supporting skills ito build-up to achieving a greater goal. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages How To Teach a Skill no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #GoalSetting #Learning #Skills