Why Interaction Matters - Part 2 | Speech | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Why Interaction Matters - Part 2 The 1st video in this series , talked about the importance of early interactions and how they can be the biggest factor in shaping a child’s language learning. This video takes this a step further and shows you Hanen interaction strategies in action. Before-and after videos make it easy to see the difference these strategies can make in helping your interactions bloom into beautiful conversations – where the real learning takes place! Presented by The Hanen Centre. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Why Interaction Matters - Part 2 no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication

Occupational Therapy at Lansdowne focuses on helping infants, children and youth develop and optimize their fine motor skills and participation in daily living activities. These activities may include grasping, feeding, dressing, grooming or play skills. All Services Index REHABILITATION SERVICES Occupational Therapy at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe Start Referral What is Occupational Therapy? (OT) Occupational Therapists (OT) at Lansdowne Children's Centre work with infants, children and youth. and their families, to improve skills and participation in daily activities. OT focuses on fine motor skills, typically thought of as the use of hands and upper extremities. Fine motor skills include activities such as reaching, grasping and manipulating objects with your hands, and can also involve vision, specifically visual motor skills, often referred to as hand-eye coordination. Areas we work on in occupational therapy: Feeding (using a fork or spoon or cup) Self-care (getting dressed, brushing hair, brushing teeth) Playing (gripping toys, stacking blocks) Printing and drawing (using a pencil or crayon) Cutting with scissors (using tools effectively) Emotional regulation (getting calm, alert, and ready to learn, play and/or interact with others) Occupational Therapy Supports click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Occupational Therapy at Lansdowne (OT) School-Based Occupational Therapy (SBRS-OT) What are HITS Teams? 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 an Occupational Therapist? Occupational therapists (OT) are health care professionals who help people to resume or maintain participation in a variety of tasks – their occupations (jobs), leisure and social activities, getting around, caring for themselves and their home, and much more. A child's occupation is to play, and to learn through play, so an occupational therapist will help an infant/child/youth to reach their potential in developing skills necessary to enage with their environment and the people and objects around them. What is an Occupational Therapy Assistant? Occupational therapy assistants (OTA) work under the direction of an occupational therapist to provide a treatment plan for each client. This may include activities such as teaching a client and their family the proper way to move from a bed into a wheelchair, how to do therapeutic exercises, or complete daily living tasks. 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

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 What is Lansdowne Children's Centre? Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development is a highly accredited Children’s Treatment Centre (CTC)—and proud to be an Ontario SmartStart Hub connecting families with local services, resources, and support for babies, children, and teens with physical, communication, or developmental needs. 👶🧒👦 All Services Index SmartStart Hub Resource Directory Board of Directors CONTACT US Service Delivery Who We Are Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development mainly provides treatment, respite care, and recreation programs for infants, children and youth with additional and/or complex health and development needs. We also provide family, caregiver, and educator support. Lansdowne services are mainly funded by the Ontario government, Hamilton Health Sciences, the City of Brantford and community grants, donations and fundraising. Lansdowne Children's Centre service providers work with clients and their families at sites in Brantford , Caledonia , Dunnville and Simcoe , and in a variety of community settings such as homes, schools, childcares, early learning environments, after-school programs and day camps, as well as through virtual means using streaming video. Who Are Our Clients Lansdowne Children's Centre provides services and support for over 3,800 babies, children and teens annually, and their families. We proudly serve communities across the region of Grand Erie, including the city of Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Examples of client conditions supported by Lansdowne Children's Centre include: Autism Specturm Diagnosis (ASD), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Spina Bifida, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Chromosomal disorders and Neurological conditions. Our wide-range of resources, services and programs provides one‐stop access for families to connect with local support. O ur clients can reduce travel time, coordinate multiple services, develop relationships and expect a level of consistency in communications and service delivery. 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. DOWNLOAD Download a printable PDF copy Lansdowne's Strategic Plan, as announced at the 2023 annual general meeting. 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 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

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back BILLIE & LACEY 2023 Lansdowne Charity Motorcycle Ride Ambassadors Hello, my name is Billie MacDonald. My sister Lacey and I are the MacMoore Sisters, known for our fundraising at the Lansdowne Charity Motorcycle Ride. I was born with a Brachial Plexus injury in my right arm. It was a challenging time as no one could really explain it to my mum and dad why my arm looked different. When I was one month old I was taken for a visit to Lansdowne Children’s Centre. My sister Lacey had been there the year before to make sure she was ready for school and she was excited for me to see it. We spent some time visiting with Heather and Ashley in the Physio and Occupational Therapy departments and they became my second family. At Lansdowne I have taken part in the Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Recreation programs and so much more. It is my second home. I have been diagnosed with both Brachial Plexus and Acquired Brain Injury with the help of Lansdowne. Throughout the years Lansdowne has helped me with getting everything I need to help me learn better in school, and helping my family get me a mobility device to help me explore the world even when I am having a bad day and couldn’t walk. Every year we look forward to the Christmas Party to get us out and to get to see Santa. It is one of the best family days! Each year we looked forward to going to Lansdowne Children’s Centre events because we got to be with a lot of the people who I know. Thank you for caring to read my letter. Please help support Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation by riding on July 8, or by making a donation to our team or any of the other riders and teams. We are so thankful for all the Lansdowne has done for our family, and other families. We fundraise each year to help make sure other kids and families get a chance to get the help we have had. The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

Brantford/Brant County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River RESPITE SERVICES All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES Kids Country Inn Kids Country Inn (KCI) is licensed by the Ministry Of Children, Community, and Social Services to provide out-of-home weekend respite. It is a fun-filled respite program located at Brantwood Abilities Centre in Brantford. This picturesque location offers an environment that supports the special needs of the children/youth, including a heated therapy pool, Snoezelen mutli-sensory environment room, and accessible grounds to explore. Lansdowne provides quality care in a home-like environment. Staffing consists of a complement of Nurses and well-trained Support Workers. Children and youth are well taken care of so that families can re-energize and rest. Eligibility Start Referral Children/youth 0-18 years of age; Children/youth who are: Medically fragile, and/or Technologically dependent (uses a medical device on a consistent basis to maintain the function of daily living) ie. Catheterization, enteral tube feeding, suctioning and oxygen; or Physically disabled with multiple special needs, as defined by a physician Reside in Brantford or Brant County in their family home. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Once your child is deemed eligible they can expect to attend KCI approximately 4 weekends per year. The respite weekend runs from Friday at 6 pm to Sunday at 3:30 pm. Day respite is also an option for those not quite ready to sleep away from home. A parent-directed Care Plan is created for each 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

Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy In Part Four our presenters, Brenda and Sara, continue sharing strategies to promote healthy advocacy and engagement. Examples and suggestions on how to welcome creative and constructive conversation, and how to avoid confrontation and combative postures. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Advocacy Workshop - Part 4 - Strategies for advocacy no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Advocacy, Advocate, Help, Support, Inclusive, Accomodate, Assistance

Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids | Speech | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids Having fun with Hanen - Helpful information for parents and professionals, language building activities you can play with children. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication

Autism Services Brant Start Here Family Support Free Services Early Years ABA Intensive ABA Goal-Based Webinars < Back Please support our free webinars. CLICK HERE to register your view. Toys and How They Support Skill Development and Reaching Your Child's Goals Autism Services Brant Learn about toys you can purchase or make at home to stimulate learning, and skill building with your child. Toys are a valuable teaching too. They help children learn, explore, share and create. They also offer ways for children to interact with their peers and others while learning a variety of life skills. Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 | Speech | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 Just how powerful are back-and-forth conversations for a child’s language learning? Well, new evidence shows that back-and-forth interactions between an adult and a child actually change a child’s brain and lead to better language outcomes. In this video, The Hanen Centre’s Executive Director, Elaine Weitzman, talks about what the most recent research says about the power of high-quality interactions, and describes the critical ingredients that make these interactions possible. Presented by The Hanen Centre. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication

Autism Services Brant Start Here Family Support Free Services Early Years ABA Intensive ABA Goal-Based Webinars < Back Please support our free webinars. CLICK HERE to register your view. Road Safety with Children Autism Services Brant Identifying the challenges of road safety with children; what to teach, and supports for teaching; and available community resources. Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

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, Chief Executive Officer 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)