Autism Services at Lansdowne
Focused ABA Therapy
Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre is your:
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Eligible provider for Evidence-Based Services
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Eligible provider for Ontario Autism Program (AccessOAP)
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Local provider for Ministry-Funded Foundational Family Services
NO HIDDDEN FEES!
Fee-for-service programs at Lansdowne Children's Centre start at $185/hour.
as of May 1, 2025
Program fees are inclusive of the in-program time, indirect supervision by a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA), report writing and prep-work that occurs before and after each program appointment.
What is Focused ABA therapy?
A more targeted ABA service that focuses on a smaller number of specific goals or behaviours that are currently a priority for the family.
Focused 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?
Focused 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.
What can I expect?
Some common goals in this program include (but are not limited to):
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Attending appointments
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Social interactions
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Toileting
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Personal hygiene
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School and job readiness
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Language
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Communication
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Independent living skills, such as dressing or eating with a utensil
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If you don’t see your specific goal, please ask us.
Focused ABA therapy is a commitment of 1 - 8 hours per week
Starting Focused ABA Therapy
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 Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA).
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), in your home or in the community. Additional costs for mileage and travel time apply for home or community locations.
For further information you can reach a Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 329, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com, or complete an Online Referral with SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre.
