Board Chair, Chair of Long Range Planning Committee Ashley Veldkamp, Centre Board - Lansdowne Children's Centre. Serving the needs of the children and youth, and their families, who access services and support for communication, developmental and physical needs, at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe. < Back Previous Next Ashley Veldkamp Board Chair, Chair of Long Range Planning Committee Ashley Veldkamp joined our board in 2017 and is a real estate agent and a parent of a child with special needs. As a member of a Lansdowne client family, Ashley has experienced multiple services and supports at Lansdowne.

Waiting communication strategies | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Waiting communication strategies Wait for your child to comment, react, or ask for more with a gesture or a word. If your child does not say anything after you have waited five to ten seconds, model the words that they could have said. For example: Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Waiting communication strategies no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PSL26-07AS, communication, strategy, waiting, patience, parent

Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids. Presented by Ensuring Brant. Join this police-escorted, no touch-down motorcycle ride leaving from Brantford to tour Grand River communities and scenery, including Haldimand, Norfolk and Brant counties. In support of Lansdowne Children's Centre Learn More Motorcycles ride for Lansdowne Kids in 22nd annual event Owen Soden, 2026 Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids youth ambassador Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Revs Up with New Date and Location 1 2 3 4 5 #RideForLansdowneKids WHY WE RIDE... #FORTHE KIDS Proceeds from the Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids are donated to Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation by Ensuring Brant, in support of critical programs at Lansdowne Children's Centre that help our community's children and youth with additional/special needs. With your generous support: You have helped teens to discover their independence and learn life skills; You have helped a child's family gain access to mobility equipment; You have helped a child to make friends at a camp experience in the community. THANK YOU!

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. Dating De-Mystified, Feel more comfortable with the idea of dating Autism Services Brant Helping teens with autism spectrum disorder to feel more comfortable with the idea of participating in dating. What is dating? What are romantic feelings? How to send and receive social cues... 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

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back JOSHUA 2021 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Ambassador Joshua is 6 years old, finishing grade 1. He is the youngest of three children. Joshua has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and his older sibling also has multiple diagnoses, which impacts his daily life. He loves to spend time with his family, going on adventures, camping, hiking and any type of water fun. Joshua began his Lansdowne journey through speech therapy and after his diagnosis, he was able to participate in IBI therapy full time. He thoroughly enjoys recreation therapy, which helps him develop good social skills, as well as make new friends. He is such a kind, caring, helpful little guy. He can put a smile on anyone’s face. The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

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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. Intro to ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism Services Brant Learn about how a child/youth perceives and interacts with the environment, and how you can change the environment around your child/youth, to help them be more successful. 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

Board Member Joe Persia, Centre Board - Lansdowne Children's Centre. Serving the needs of the children and youth, and their families, who access services and support for communication, developmental and physical needs, at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe. < Back Previous Next Joe Persia Board Member Joe Persia joined the board in 2022 and is a lifelong learner/educator, childhood well-being advocate, Rotarian and community booster.

JOB POSTING: Occupational Therapist - Autism Services View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Occupational Therapist Salary Range: $38.31 to 43.53 Application Deadline: Internal August 13, 2026; external August 31, 2026 Department: Autism Services Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Temporary Full-Time up to 18 month contract Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do Key Responsibilities Provide assessment, treatment and consultation for children and youth with physical and/or developmental delays or disorders. Services are provided in a variety of settings. The position provides service in locations in Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk Counties. Travel is required within the catchment area. · Provide assessment, treatment, and consultation for children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder. · Deliver caregiver‑mediated training and consultation. · Collaborate and knowledge‑share within a multidisciplinary team. · Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. · Perform other duties as assigned. Why you'll love working here Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan Education, Qualifications and Certifications Qualifications · Mandatory: Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent · Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario · First Aid/CPR Certification Experience and Knowledge Experience • Preferred: Paediatric experience of at least 2 years in providing service with a special needs population. • Minimum: • Minimum 2 years of extensive pediatric experience. • Experience working with children and youth with Autism is considered an asset. • Experience collaborating with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) teams or multidisciplinary teams. Accessibility & Inclusion Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. APPLY TODAY Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you. We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants , however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted

Board Past Chair Lloyd St Amand, Centre Board - Lansdowne Children's Centre. Serving the needs of the children and youth, and their families, who access services and support for communication, developmental and physical needs, at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe. < Back Previous Next Lloyd St Amand Board Past Chair Lloyd St Amand joined the Lansdowne Centre board in 2015 and is a lawyer and Senior Partner at Lefebvre & Lefebvre LLP. Lloyd shares a desire to assist our exceptional agency in providing supports to children and families.

JOB POSTING: Scheduler – SmartStart Hub View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Scheduler – SmartStart Hub Salary Range: $25.50 - $29.98 Application Deadline: Internal June 9, 2026, external June 24, 2026 Department: SmartStart Hub Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Part-Time Permanent Fridays 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do · Schedule and coordinate client appointments using a computerized system · Communicate with families and service providers to arrange, confirm, or reschedule · appointments · Maintain accurate records in the client information system · Support specialty clinics and program scheduling · Maintain waitlists and run reports for internal programs · Book rooms and resources for appointments and meetings · Assist with data collection, telephone assessments, and clinical statistics · Address needs within the SmartStart Hub as required and participate in team activities · Ensure adherence to privacy, safety, and organizational policies · Collaborate across teams to drive meaningful results. Why you'll love working here Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan Education, Qualifications and Certifications Experience and Knowledge · Technically and administratively competent, strong organizational skills · Anticipate, identify, and define problems, seek root causes · Develop and implement practical and timely solutions · Effectively manage time and prioritize · Focus on service delivery, responsiveness, and quality · Strong interpersonal skills · Goal oriented · Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a clear and straight forward manner · Demonstrate initiative and independent thinking · Able to work independently with minimal direction · Problem solver capable of analyzing information and making appropriate decisions · Understand and adhere to privacy and security requirements, policies and procedures · Represent Lansdowne Children’s Centre in a manner consistent with the organization’s vision, mission, and values in matters of conduct, image and work · Proficiency in computer applications · Demonstrate ability in communication, problem solving and organizational skills · Interpersonal skills · Time management skills Accessibility & Inclusion Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. APPLY TODAY Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you. We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants , however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted

JOB POSTING: Social Worker View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Friday, May 1, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Social Worker Salary Range: $31.44 to $36.98/hour Application Deadline: Internal April 22, 2026; external May 7, 2026 Department: Lifespan Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do Key Responsibilities The Social Worker provides family‑centred social work services to children, youth, and families receiving services at Lansdowne Children’s Centre. This role supports families through assessment, counselling, advocacy, and coordination of services, with an emphasis on coping, capacity‑building, psychosocial well‑being, and navigating challenges related to disability, illness, grief, or life transitions. Key Responsibilities · Provide individual, family, and group counselling based on identified needs and priorities · Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans · Support families in understanding and responding to medical diagnoses and developmental concerns · Advocate for client and family needs within the Centre and the broader community · Coordinate care with internal teams, schools, and community partners · Plan and deliver groups, workshops, and consultations for families and staff · Maintain accurate, timely documentation and contribute to program evaluation and service planning · Participate in team meetings, training, accreditation, and quality‑improvement initiatives · Ensure client and staff safety through crisis intervention, safety planning, and duty‑to‑report responsibilities Why you'll love working here Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan Education, Qualifications and Certifications Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in social work or other related field as required for registration as a Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Experience and Knowledge Experience • Preferred: Three years work related experience in paediatrics preferably in the areas of physical and/or developmental disabilities Minimum: Related experience working with children and youth or families Proof of immunizations or willingness to obtain Accessibility & Inclusion Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. APPLY TODAY Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you. We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants , however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted