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. Routines - What they are, and why we use them Autism Services Brant Life is full of routines. In this webinar we talk about how to plan a routine with your child, considering their skills and needs as well as your own as a parent or caregiver. We also provide tools and tips for communicating and learning the routine with your child. 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 Secretary (Leave, July 2026) Anne Noyes , 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 Anne Noyes Board Secretary (Leave, July 2026) Anne Noyes joined our Board in 2019 and is Principal I.L Thomas Odadrihonyanita Elementary School in Ohsweken.

Referral Form, Print Form | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Referral Form, Print Form Download the printable PDF referral form. ANYONE can complete a referral to contact SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Return your completed form by fax, to 1-519-753-5927 Or, return by email, subject: [Child/Youth name, Referral], to email address referrals@lansdownecc.com Click here to visit the SmartStart Hub intake services page for more information about the referral process, and to access self-screening tools (ie. development milestone checklists) Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Referral Form, Print Form no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Referral, intake, SmartStart Hub, start service

JOB POSTING: Support Worker Respite Services View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 DOWNLOAD Support Worker Respite Services Salary Range: $23.86/hour Department: Respite Services Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Contract Unionized: No What you'll do Provide meaningful, goal-based care for children/youth with special needs while at the same time providing respite for the child’s caregiver. Service can be provided in the home setting or in the community. The Support Worker provides this service on a one-to-one basis and frequently works alone with the child/youth unless determined otherwise by the supervisor. Assisted daily living tasks such as toileting, feeding or dressing. 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 Preferred: Post secondary school diploma in Human Services • First Aid/CPR Certification Level C (mandatory) • G-Level Driver's License (mandatory) • Minimum: Secondary School diploma Experience and Knowledge Preferred: Extensive hands-on experience of at least 2 years in providing service with the special needs population. • Minimum: Previous work experience with individuals with special needs and their families, in a relevant social service environment • Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses) 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

All About Online Learning | Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library All About Online Learning This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. Is your child with an Autism Specturm Diagnosis (ASD) ready to try online learning? This presentation talks about setting up an environment, visual supports and use of reinforcement to increase online learning success within your home. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages All About Online Learning no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Learning #Skills #Reinforcement

Labelling communication strategies | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Labelling communication strategies Labelling (or naming) is a way for you to help your child learn new words. Labelling is useful because it shows your child that you are responding to their focus of interest, and because it teaches your child that you can use a word instead of a gesture Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Labelling communication strategies no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PSL26-05AS , speech, communication, strategy

Daily Routines communication strategies | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Daily Routines communication strategies Take advantage of daily routines and add language. This is a good opportunity to: Label important actions and objects; Repeat key words; Give a child a reason to communicate; Take turns together Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Daily Routines communication strategies no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PSL026-13AS, communication, strategy, speech, development, patience, routine, practice, turn, social

Sounds and Gestures: Building Blocks for your Child’s First Words | Speech, Early Years | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Sounds and Gestures: Building Blocks for your Child’s First Words Like all parents, you’re probably very eager to hear your child’s first words! But before learning to talk, your child must learn to communicate without words through sounds and gestures. Explore some of the most common ways children communicate without words and what you can do to help encourage their language development. This video series is part of a public awareness campaign highlighting the power of parent-child interactions to set the stage for language learning. The campaign is spearheaded by the Hanen Ontario Provincial Preschool Speech and Language Initiative, in collaboration with the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Sounds and Gestures: Building Blocks for your Child’s First Words no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Speech, Language, Communication, Parents, Communication

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back MASON 2022 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Ambassador Story submitted by Mason’s Mom (Karissa Boughner) Mason was born at 27 weeks gestation weighing just 1.8lbs. Due to his weakened lungs, he required a lengthy hospital stay of 451 days at McMaster Children's Hospital. While there, he underwent numerous treatments, 3 surgeries and some very scary days to ultimately come home. Since Mason needed breathing support he had surgery for a tracheostomy in order to be able to be ventilated at home. As his parents, we did extensive training for three months to ensure his safety and set-up a mini intensive care unit in our living room. “Once arriving home, our family turned to Lansdowne for support. Mason needed help to develop the skills he didn't get the opportunity to during his first year and we needed guidance on the supports and resources available.” Despite the pandemic, Landowne adapted to provide virtual and outdoor sessions to ensure Mason could be kept safe but still develop his skills. We were directed to the HITs (Holistic Integrated Teams) as his needs were dispersed amongst several areas. The physiotherapist on the team was able to see Mason outside and observe his movements and stance. She was able to determine that Mason would benefit from wearing SMOs (a foot brace) to help support his gross motor skills and directed us to a business that could provide them. The occupational therapist created virtual sessions to engage Mason in various sensory play and fine motor tasks. She was able to recommend different strategies to help Mason overcome his sensory avoidance and strengthen his long fingers for fine motor tasks. The speech language pathologist provided guidance on how to develop Mason's communication skills through play despite Mason not being able to talk. He also submitted the paperwork for Mason to have access to a communication device. The social worker would touch base with us to ensure financial and emotional resources were being utilized as needed. Lansdowne helped our family to transition home from a hospital setting and ensured we were getting the help we needed. The biggest thing they did is instill confidence in us as parents that we were doing the right things and supporting us in the decisions we made for Mason's development plan. Lansdowne continues to provide support in Mason's development today. They helped him to have a successful entry to daycare by providing strategies to us and the provider on how to ease his transition into the new environment. He is currently learning to interact with other kids his age and follow routines. Lansdowne has also helped to prepare a report for his transition to school in the upcoming months and provide timelines of meetings to discuss his safety plans. We are very appreciative to Lansdowne for helping us to navigate Brantford as a parent of a medically complex child! The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

Multi-Year Accessibility Plan | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Multi-Year Accessibility Plan Click here to learn more about the Beyond Differences Committee, Lansdowne's committment to accessibility, and the current 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:

Board 1st Vice Chair, Chair of Capital Steering Comm. Mike Gatopoulos, 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 Mike Gatopoulos Board 1st Vice Chair, Chair of Capital Steering Comm. Mike Gatopoulos joined our board in 2020, is owner of Seventh Coffee Co. and parent of a child with special needs.

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