Empowering Children. Strengthening Families. Inspiring Community. Join Heroes Walk and Roll, Lansdowne Children's Centres signature annual fundraising event. Level UP Lansdowne, and become a partner in possibility, fueling innovative programs, reducing wait times, and enhancing supports for thousands of local families. Dress up. Team up. Show up. Every gift unlocks potential. You can change the game. Let's Level UP Lansdowne Children's Centre! Join today! Heroes Walk and Roll Saturday, September 26 Brant Park, 119 Jennings Rd, Brantford REGISTER & FUNDRAISE Sign up to collect pledges— as an individual, as a team, or by joining a team— Dress Up. Team Up. Show Up. Each registration creates a unique fundraising page, and free passes to the event. Video Demo MAKE A DONATION Add your contribution to this fundraiser in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre— Every Gift Unlocks Potential . Your support helps children and youth with additional needs discover, belong and achieve. Video Demo EVENT SPONSORS Align your brand with a local event that celebrates inclusion and possibility— You Can Change The Game for infants, children, and youth, and their families in our community. Learn more VOLUNTEER Sign up to represent Lansdowne Children's Centre and help provide this event— a Super-celebratory Carnival — assisting with parking, registration, game mangement, park set up, and more! REGISTER TODAY Discover. Belong. Achieve. Join Heroes Walk and Roll for Lansdowne Children's Centre, September 26, 2026 - Brant Park 2026 Youth Ambassador Meet 12-year old Mason. 🌟 With his mighty team of family and friends, Mason is leading the way to help change the game for local kids—Let's Level UP! Lansdowne 🌟 DONATE NOW LEARN MORE Walk. Roll. Donate. Fundraise. Sponsor. By joining Level UP Lansdowne and the Heroes Walk and Roll your fundraising team becomes a partner in possibility, strengthening access to programs and services supporting children and youth, building inclusion by creating spaces and opportunities where every child belongs, and by reducing barriers for families who need help now. Heroes Walk and Roll is a super-celebratory fundraising event where families, children, youth, and teams come together to champion support of Lansdowne Children’s Centre programs and services. The 2026 pledge drive kicked off in May, building to an outdoor carnival event in Brant Park (Brantford) on Saturday, September 26. Register a fundraising team and collect pledges May through September. Pay what you can. Everyone is welcome! 1/15 Learn more about ways your organization can get involved and make a difference with Lansdowne Children's Centre. Open Event Sponsorship Download Sponsorship PDF FAQ Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Is Lansdowne Children's Centre a registered charity? How do I register to fundraise? Solo? As a Team? I signed up to fundraise. How do I manage/edit my fundraising web page? Is there a paper form for collecting offline fundraising donations (cash and cheques)? Who can attend Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll in Brant Park? What are this year's attractions and activities? What can you tell me about parking? Is there a cost? Is it close? What does it cost to attend Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll activities? How long is the walk? What is the route? What are the path conditions? Can I bring my dog to Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll? Can I bring a wagon or bicycle on the Heroes Walk and Roll? Will there be food and refreshments provided at Heroes Walk and Roll? Your immediate impact Your participation in Level UP Lansdowne fundraising helps: STRENGTHEN ACCESS to programs and supports for infants, children, youth and their families BUILD INCLUSION by creating spaces and opportunities where every child belongs REDUCE BARRIERS for families who need help now Support changes everything—because when we invest in children early, we invest in a stronger community for everyone. 6,650+ local infants, children and youth, and their families, on a journey to explore their potential with Lansdowne Children's Centre 350+ local service providers working with families of children facing physical, communication, and/or developmental challenges 196+ local kids experiencing inclusive camps and recreation programs with the support they need to feel safe, capable and accepted DRESS UP. TEAM UP. SHOW UP. HEROES WALK AND ROLL REGISTER & FUNDRAISE MAKE A DONATION EVENT SPONSORS VOLUNTEER Suit Up! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Limited Edition T-Shirts (Swag!) Aug 11 8th annual Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll powers up to support local infants, children and youth Aug 10 ‘Lansdowne is a formidable association making major differences in the lives of children and families’ Oct 7, 2025 How do your donations impact the lives of Lansdowne Kids? Sep 26, 2025 1 2 3 4 5

Registration and event calendar for workshops and social events hosted by Autism Brant, autism services at Lansdowne Children's Centre (Brantford). Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Welcome to the Autism Brant event calendar. Click on RSVP to learn more about the event and start your registration. Looking for an event? You can use keywords in the search bar to find it. Calendar View Caregiver Event - Bertie the Bus BRANTFORD, school-ready experience Wed, Aug 26 Lansdowne Brantford Register Now Autism Services: General Strategies to Support Fine Motor Skills Thu, Aug 27 Online Register Now Autism Services Girl's Night Out ages 11-15 Thu, Aug 27 Lansdowne Brantford Register Now Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) Fri, Aug 28 Brantford Register Now Autism Services Teen Social Group 14-17 Mon, Aug 31 Lansdowne Brantford Register Now Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) Fri, Sep 04 Brantford Register Now Load More Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268 or ext. 327, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

Get involved with Lansdowne by attending Centre, Foundation and Community events #ForTheKids. Education, Socials, Support and Fundraising opportunities. Lansdowne Event Calendar August 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 28 29 30 9:00 a.m. Caregiver Event - Simcoe Apple Hill Lavender Farm Visit and Story Hour 31 1 2 3 12:00 a.m. Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed 4 4:30 p.m. Autism Services Bricks and Building Club ages 8-12 5 6 1:00 p.m. Autism Services Sports Discovery Summer Fun Group ages 8-12 +1 more 7 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group 8 9 10 11 12 7:00 p.m. Understanding Challenging Behaviour Live Webinar 13 9:00 a.m. ACCESS OAP RESOURCE DAYS +4 more 14 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 15 16 17 18 19 4:30 p.m. Autism Services Video Game Night ages 10-14 20 6:00 p.m. Caregiver Event - Coffee Chat, BRANTFORD 21 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 22 23 24 25 26 11:30 a.m. Caregiver Event - Bertie the Bus BRANTFORD, school-ready experience 27 12:00 p.m. Autism Services: General Strategies to Support Fine Motor Skills +1 more 28 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 29 30 31 5:00 p.m. Autism Services Teen Social Group 14-17 1 2 3 4 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 5 6 List View

​Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development is a SmartStart Hub - a one-stop point of entry connecting families and caregivers with local child development services, supports and resources for a child's communication, developmental, and/or physical development needs. VISIT OUR EVENT CALENDAR FOR UPCOMING OPEN PROGRAMS, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EVENTS CLICK HERE Questions or concerns about your child's development? Connect with our SmartStart Hub team, submit a referral today! Unlock a new skill— Unlock a new SMILE 1/5 Services Donations Resources Careers Start Here Programs and Events Look to the Event Calendar for registration and more information about upcoming events Event Calendar News and Stories Look to the News Blog for featured stories and news about Lansdowne families, staff and partners News Blog Helping Kids unlock their potential. Lansdowne Children's Centre is a highly accredited children's treatment centre (CTC) and SmartStart Hub, connecting caregivers and educators with local resources, services and support programs, for infants, children and youth with physical, communication, and/or developmental needs. If you have questions about early childhood development milestones, or are seeking help to navigate a diagnosis, you can connect with SmartStart Hub for help and answers. Anyone can submit a referral. 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. 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. Lansdowne Children's Centre proudly delivers SmartStart Hub rehabilitation, respite and recreation services, serving Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Client Family Announcements More News Lansdowne Families visit Apple Hill Lavender Farm in Norfolk County Families invited to explore Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s Resource Library Lansdowne Children's Centre offers summer activity suggestions 1 2 3 4 5 Celebrating Donors, Donations More News Suit Up! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Limited Edition T-Shirts (Swag!) 8th annual Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll powers up to support local infants, children and youth Motorcycles ride for Lansdowne Kids in 22nd annual event 1 2 3 4 5 Community News and Events More News Lansdowne Children's Centre, Wilfrid Laurier University partner through Youth Leaders on Board program Lansdowne Children’s Centre Speech Services in Top 5 for Hamilton Spectator’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Lansdowne Children’s Centre hosts annual general meeting 1 2 3 4 5 Lansdowne Children's Centre endeavours to provide a Scent-Free environment for the safety and comfort of all. Please refrain from the use of scented products when attending any of our sites and/or programs. Lansdowne acknowledges we are on the traditional treaty and unceded territory of the Original People including the Attawanderon, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee that has long been home to the Six Nations of the Grand River and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize their enduring connection as perpetual stewards of these lands protected by the “Dish with One Spoon” wampum agreement and the Haldimand Treaty, covering six miles either side of the Grand River along its length. In the spirit of these treaties, we seek to understand our place within history and build mindfulness of our present solidarity with Indigenous partners through relationships supporting families, so all children reach their potential. Adopted: February 2025, Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors

Registration and event calendar for workshops and social events hosted by Autism Brant, autism services at Lansdowne Children's Centre (Brantford). Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Welcome to the Autism Brant event calendar. Click on RSVP to learn more about the event and start your registration. Looking for an event? You can use keywords in the search bar to find it. Event List View August 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 11:30 a.m. Caregiver Event - Bertie the Bus BRANTFORD, school-ready experience 27 12:00 p.m. Autism Services: General Strategies to Support Fine Motor Skills +1 more 28 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 29 30 31 5:00 p.m. Autism Services Teen Social Group 14-17 1 2 3 4 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 5 6 Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268 or ext. 327, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

JOB POSTING: Autism Therapist (PFT) View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Autism Therapist Salary Range: $25.50 to $29.99 Application Deadline: August 24, 2026 (Internal), September 4, 2026 Department: Autism Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do Key Responsibilities · Provide evidence-based ABA treatment procedures to promote client growth. · Demonstrates a respectful relationship with each child and family and recognize their rights and promote dignity and well-being · Maintains communication with families respective of the AT role, directing appropriate issues to the Registered Behaviour Analyst · Implement individual treatment plans supervised by the Registered Behaviour Analyst · Implement and role model effective behaviour management strategies, as appropriate · Be the ‘primary therapist’ for multiple clients with the responsibility of ensuring organized and updated client information and programs · Organize and lead therapeutic groups as appropriate · Schedule treatment sessions in coordination with family, school and other services · Provide parent training (in-vivo, consultation, workshops) · Develop and implement parent training in-vivo, consultation and develop appropriate resources/materials 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 · Related university degree or college diploma complemented with an Autism and Behavioural Science Ontario College Graduate Certificate or Behavioural Science Technician (B.S.T.) and/or has obtained the Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certification. · Minimum of a Diploma from a recognized community college resulting in training relevant to working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. · Hands-on experience of at least 1 year in providing ABA treatment with individuals with autism. · Previous experience with children with special needs. Experience and Knowledge 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 postings and career development information. Lansdowne Children’s Centre believes in the power of diverse perspectives. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and committed to inclusive, family-centered care. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, your contributions will help shape brighter futures. Work @ Lansdowne APPLY NOW Job Postings, Career Opportunities Autism Therapist (temporary) Physiotherapist Speech Language Pathologist Occupational Therapist Program Supervisor – Recreation Services Speech Language Pathologist Temporary Full Time Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant Registered Behaviour Analyst Support Worker Respite Services Load More Celebrating Lansdowne Team Members, Blog News Items Celebrating Lansdowne Support Worker Mariam Mariam is one of the Support Workers at Lansdowne Children’s Centre, working with child and youth clients and helping them develop their communication and social skills. She was inspired to take on the role because of her “natural love for kids and helping people. I’m generally drawn to roles that help people feel supported, cared for, and understood.” Working with children and youth who have communication, physical and/ or developmental differences “has shown me the power of Celebrating Social Work Month The Social Work Team at Lansdowne Children’s Centre are professionally trained to support families to cope with the impact of illness, disability and complex health needs. Michele Brayshaw reflects on 30+ year career at Lansdowne Children’s Centre Michele Brayshaw knew her professional calling early in life. For as long as she can remember, “I just always knew I wanted to work with kids with special needs and their families,” she said. “I went to school with some kids who had special needs that were integrated right into our programs.” Integration and meaningful inclusion have always been central to her professional philosophy. In her post-secondary education, Michele studied Early Childhood Education, and for a time w 1 2 3 4 5 🧭 About Us At Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and committed to inclusive, family-centered care. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, your contributions will help shape brighter futures. “Unlock A New Skill – Unlock A New Smile” celebrates the magical moments when an infant, child, or youth, client achieves a new sense of accomplishment, excitement and… pure joy. "I can’t even describe the look in the eyes of a parent watching their child experience something that they simply didn’t think was possible. " You belong here. 🌈 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: Comprehensive health coverage, HOOPP retirement plan, and more 🙌 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. Work in a multi-specialty care team Lansdowne offers a wide variety of services and supports for infants, children and youth with special needs and their families. Our coordinated services and interdisciplinary teams engage team members across different specialties to discuss care plans, share insights and work with families. Who are we looking for? Occupational Therapists Physiotherapists Speech-Language Therapists Support Workers Early Childhood Educators Program Managers Intake Coordinators Lansdowne Children's Centre is looking for dedicated, talented, passionate individuals excited to contribute to our mission: supporting infants, children and youth with physical, developmental or communication needs, and their families. If you are interested in receiving more information, or would like to reach out with your questions, please email: apply@lansdownecc.com For prospective students seeking placements (Co-Op)... Lansdowne Children's Centre is committed to providing active learning environments and knowledge sharing experiences for students. If you are interested in a placement with Lansdowne, you should first confirm with your educational institution to ensure compliance with their policies, procedures, eligibility criteria and preferred method for contacting Lansdowne.

JOB POSTING: Autism Therapist (temporary) View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Friday, May 1, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Autism Therapist Salary Range: $25.50 to $29.99 Department: Autism Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (12 month contract) Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do Key Responsibilities · Provide evidence-based ABA treatment procedures to promot client growth. · Demonstrates a respectful relationship with each child and family and recognize their rights and promote dignity and well-being · Maintains communication with families respective of the AT role, directing appropriate issues to the Registered Behaviour Analyst · Implement individual treatment plans supervised by the Registered Behaviour Analyst · Implement and role model effective behaviour management strategies, as appropriate · Be the ‘primary therapist’ for multiple clients with the responsibility of ensuring organized and updated client information and programs · Organize and lead therapeutic groups as appropriate · Schedule treatment sessions in coordination with family, school and other services · Provide parent training (in-vivo, consultation, workshops) · Develop and implement parent training in-vivo, consultation and develop appropriate resources/materials 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 · Related university degree or college diploma complemented with an Autism and Behavioural Science Ontario College Graduate Certificate or Behavioural Science Technician (B.S.T.) and/or has obtained the Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certification. · Minimum of a Diploma from a recognized community college resulting in training relevant to working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. • Hands-on experience of at least 1 year in providing ABA treatment with individuals with autism. • Previous experience with children with special needs. Experience and Knowledge 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

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Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Important information about client rights. Start Here Guide: Know Your Client Rights Return Next Lansdowne Children’s Centre is a safe and respectful space for all. We are committed to fostering an environment where clients, families, staff, volunteers, and visitors feel supported, understood, and safe—whether in person, virtually, or in writing. We do not tolerate any form of harassment, violence, aggression, or disruptive behaviour. No yelling. No bullying. No hate speech. No threats. To protect the wellbeing of our team and community, any staff member may end a client interaction or appointment at any time if they feel unsafe. Together, we uphold respect, kindness, and inclusion. While involved with Lansdowne Children’s Centre as a client, client family, and/or client caregiver, you have the right to: Be treated with courtesy, dignity and respect. Have your language, culture, religion and sexual orientation respected. Receive care in an environment free from abuse, exploitation, retaliation. Have your have questions and concerns heard without intimidation or fear of reprisal, and to expect Lansdowne staff to provide a timely response to your concerns. Receive quality care and service, in a clean and safe environment. Privacy and confidentiality of your health information and record of care. Be involved in decision making regarding your child. Receive information and answers to your questions about Lansdowne services, your child and your child’s individual service experience. Give or refuse consent to any proposed care and to be advised of the risks and benefits of the service being proposed. Be informed of any unanticipated service reductions and contingency plans related to your child’s service. Click here to learn more about Lansdowne's Family-centred Guiding Principles Return Next

Questions or concerns about your child's readiness to begin kindergarten at school? This milestone guide invites you to check off the skills that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If your child does not meet all the milestones for their age, we recommend that you complete a referral submission to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre to gain access to resources, assessment, services and supports. We can help your child to realize their optimal potential. Start Instructions Feedback 1) Concept 2) Physical 3) Health & Safety 4) Numbers 5) Language 6) Reading 7) Writing 8) Social Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 36 - 72 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's readiness for entry to school, ie. ready to start kindergarten? We can help. To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 48 - 72 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This kindergarten readiness checklist provides cognitive, physical and communication abilities that most children are demonstrating by the time they are ready for school entry (ie. starting kindergarten). Check off the abilities that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If you have concerns about unchecked milestones. first consult the online resources provided for more information. The recommended streaming videos and printable activities will help you engage in play-based learning with your child. Often these universal strategies for skill development will help a child's progress. If you have multiple incomplete milestones, and especially if you have incomplete milestones from an earlier age group, please consider completing a referral with SmartStart Hub to access opportunities for assessment, support and therapy services. There is no cost to access SmartStart Hub resources, services and supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre. When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. Your feedback helps us to improve. Thank you! How was your experience? Don’t love it Not great Good Really good Love it Where are you from? How old is your child? Submit Thank You! Your feedback has been submitted. What is Concept Development? Concept development is a problem solving ability that allows young children to construct their own understanding of concepts as they interact and work with materials, people, events, and ideas. Examples of an ability to work with concepts include: Completing puzzles, fitting shapes Building towers with blocks Sorting toys or books by size or colour Counting groups of similar items Drawing a character or scene from a book Following simple instructions like “Put the ball on the chair” and “ Get the pot from under the sink.” Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Physical Readiness? Physical readiness is a child's ability to control and use large and small muscles to perform actions. Children need physical skills to be successful in school and participate in a variety of play-based activities. Examples of an physical readiness include: Climbing and playing on playground equipment Dressing themself, closing buttons, snaps and zippers Using scissors to cut shapes from paper Using crayons, pencils or markers to draw lines and shapes Rolling, throwing and/or bouncing a ball Peddaling a tricycle or similar vehicle Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Health and Safety Readiness? Health and safety readiness includes a child's basic needs for health care, grooming, rest and nutrition. Examples of health and safety readiness include: Regular check-ups with a family doctor and up-to-date shots Regular teeth brushing and trips to the dentist Regular activity and exercise An established bed time and regular rest Healthy eating including fresh fruit and vegetables Understanding simple safety rules and signs, like traffic lights, stop signs, fire danger, poison danger) Understanding stranger danger Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What are Number Concepts? Number concepts include ability to perform classifying, ordering, counting, and time and space relationships. These are directly related to child’s ability to perform mathematical tasks throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is important to help young children feel confident in dealing with number tasks. Examples of number concept readiness include: Answering questions like, "how many forks do we need?" Comparing objects by size, and ordering largest to smallest Following a regular sequence of events, ex. Bedtime routine Comparing groups and identifying which is more and which is less Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies What are Language Abilities? The development of language abilities – listening, speaking, reading, writing – is critical to a child’s success throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is tied to everything children learn or do in school. Parents can support the development of language abilities by talking with and listening carefully to children as they share their ideas and experiences. Examples of language abillity readiness include: Answering open questions like, "How do feel?" or "What do you think?" Identifying and using words that rhyme Asking questions about concepts or instructions Expressing original ideas, ex. Sharing what they think would happen next in a story Alerting a caregiver to needs or dangers, Ex. "I need to use the bathroom" or "I feel sick" Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Why Read With Your Child? A child's ability to read and comprehend information is an important skill that will impact their daily life. A caregiver can have a positive impact on a child's interest and ability to read by sharing early reading experiences. Reading a book with children is enjoyable and interesting. It is the most important way in which parents can help children learn to read and ideally would be a part of a daily routine. Reading also provides a shared expereience you can talk about together. "What did you think when?" or "What was your favourite part?" Examples of reading readiness include: Have a library card and be familiar with choosing books to read Demonstrate "pretend reading" turning pages and telling a story Point and read words in your environment, ex. Stop signs, Store names, Labels on food Sit quietly and listen to a story be read by someone else Follow along reading pointing to words as they are read Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Ready to Write? To become a skilled, lifelong writer, a child needs encouragement and support as they begin the writing process. They’ll play at writing like they play at reading. Ask them to read what they’ve written. Children go through various stages of writing development. These stages include scribbling, drawing pictures and pretend writing. Examples of writing readiness include: Organize letters (ex. letter blocks, or magnets) to form words Scribbling/drawing letters on paper Tracing over letters/words/secntences on paper Writing their name Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies What is Social and Emotional readiness? Children need to be socially and emotionally ready to start school, and this includes knowing how to take turns, make compromises, approach familiar children, obey those in authority (principals, teachers, caregivers) and generally be nice to others. You can help a child to get ready for school by giving them the opportunity to interact as part of a group of children. Community opportunities include attending playgrounds, early on learning centres and the public library. Examples of social and emotional readiness include: Following the instructions/rules of an authority figure Use words to express feelings Be comfortable with trying new things Join others in a game, group activity Use words to solve disagreements, no violent acts Model the use of works such as please, thank you and excuse me Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies

Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Client families have free access to resources from our lending library and online catalogue. Start Here Guide: Accessing Lansdowne Resources, Lending Library Borrow toys, videos, books and equipment from Lansdowne's Lending Library, Learning Resource Centre Return Next Lending Library The Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Centre has been established to serve the needs of children, parents, caregivers and staff of Lansdowne Children’s Centre. The resource centre is located off the main entrance lobby of Lansdowne Children’s Centre at 39 Mount Pleasant Street in Brantford. Any client family wishing to borrow items from the Resource Centre will fill out a registration form and will receive a borrower's card with an ID number. No cost. This borrower's card must be used to sign out materials. Items available to be borrowed include toys, games, videos and books. Equipment available for borrowing including wheelchairs, walkers, standing frames and box chairs, can be signed out under the guidance of a therapist. To learn more about the lending library please speak with Reception at Lansdowne Children’s Centre in Brantford. Online Resources The Lansdowne Children’s Centre website offers a growing mix of video and printable resources that can be searched and filtered based on your unique interests and needs. Lansdowne shares original video creations as well as materials developed by other agencies, medical professionals and community partners. These resources are intended to support a child’s development progress and empower a family/caregiver with understanding and strategies. Discover available resources when you visit www.lansdownecentre.ca/resources Caregiver Corner, Family Engagement The Caregiver Corner bulletin board at each Lansdowne Children’s Centre site provides awareness to upcoming social and education events hosted by Lansdowne Family Engagement Services. These no-cost events provide Lansdowne client families with opportunity to connect with their peers and enjoy free childcare while the adults participate in leisure and/or recreation activity. Discover upcoming events, learn more about Family Engagement and the Family Advisory Council, www.lansdownecentre.ca/familyengagement Family Facebook Group, Private Group Caregiver Corner hosts an online chat group exclusive to client families. This private Facebook group provides opportunity to connect with other families and share stories and/or questions in a safe and supportive environment. www.facebook.com/groups/2779362225485235 or search for"Caregiver Corner" Return Next