Discover the upcoming FREE programs and supports available to client families of Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre, from May 2024 through August 2024.
Clinic Appointments - Workshops - Family Support - Social Groups - Webinars
Register for Events and Programs on the Autism Services Event Calendar - click here.
Learn more about Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre, visit our website, www.lansdownecentre.ca/autism
What's coming up this Spring/Summer at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford?
Circle Time Social for ages 2-4 years, with a Caregiver
Every Friday, 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Join us for songs, stories and play time. This will be many children's first experience with this type of activity and that's what we're here for! Practice in a safe and inclusive environment with other children and caregivers.
Drop in Social Group for ages 4-6 years
Once a month from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Lansdowne Children's Centre. This will be a fun
group for children to practice social skills . Caregivers do not need to stay, but child
must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 children to 1 staff.
Drop in Social Group for ages 7-9 years
Once a month from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Lansdowne Children's Centre. This will be a fun
group for children to practice social skills . Caregivers do not need to stay, but child
must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 children to 1 staff.
Drop in Social Group for ages 10-13 years
Once a month, Lansdowne hosts a fun, safe hangout for youth with a diagnosis of Autism. Once a month from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Caregivers do not need to stay but youth must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 youth to 1 staff
Drop in Teen Social Group for ages 14-17 years
Last Monday of the month from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Lansdowne. Laid back, safe
hangout for teenagers with a diagnosis of Autism. Caregivers do not need to stay
but teen must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 teens to 1 staff.
*NEW* Girl’s Night Out for ages 14-17 years
Once a month from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Lansdowne. New this Spring, this group is for
teens who identify as girls only. We will alternate between free activities at Lansdowne
and outings in the community which may have a cost associated.
May 1 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Click here to open registration
Tune in to a virtual workshop on the evening of April 10 to learn about toileting strategies based in ABA. Parents will have a chance to ask questions and brainstorm ideas for their individual children.
May 23, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Click here to open registration
First time to school or returning students. Get a head start on planning and prioritizing what skills your child can practice during the summer months before school starts. This
June 13, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Click here to open registration
A workshop about funding that is specifically targeted for parents of children with Autism diagnosis, including OAP, ACSD, SSAH, Disability Tax credit, Jordan’s Principal, Easter Seals Diaper Grant and ACCESS 2. Team members from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre will walk you through the process for applying for each type of funding, and assistance will be given to individual families depending on their needs on seperate days.
July 3 and August 7, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hosted at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantfoed, these events are a fun group activity for children to practice social skills . Caregivers do not need to stay, but children must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 children to 1 staff. *Please talk to your family support worker if your child is at risk of elopement or aggression so we can support your child in a different way.
Wednesday August 21 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Click here to open registration
This workshop brings parents together to support each other and learn new ways to speak up for their children's rights and needs. Presentors will discuss how to navigate the complicated school system.
Click the ad for more information about the 20th annual Lansdowne Ride #ForTheKids Charity Motorcycle Ride on Saturday July 6