Foundational Family Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre provide core supports for children and youth and their families requesting Autism Services. They are no-charge to the family and are funded by the Government of Ontario. These FREE services provide resources for caregivers and families to work with their Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosed child, and participate in their child's ongoing learning and development. Foundational Family Services FREE Services & Supports Family Support Worker FSW Autism Services What is Foundational Family Services? Foundational Family Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre offer free supports for children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Our goal is to empower families with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to help their child thrive while fostering meaningful participation in family, school, and community life. We understand that every child and family is unique. That's why our services are flexible, family-centered, and tailored to meet your needs. What You Can Expect Our Foundational Family Services include: Family Support Workers Clinician Consultations (aka Clinics) Workshops Webinars Social Groups and Events Who is eligible for Foundational Family Services? Children and youth age birth to 18 years, living in the province of Ontario, with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and are registered with the Ontario Autism Program (AccessOAP). To get started with registration CLICK HERE Checkout upcoming events, online and in-person Event Calendar What do Foundational Family Services include? Your Autism Services registration includes the following Foundational Family Services at no-cost (they're FREE): Family Support Workers (FSW) Lansdowne Family Support Workers (FSW) are here to help children, youth and their families’ access appropriate Autism services and supports quickly and easily. An FSW can help you with: Registering for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Registering for OAP Resource Days Service Coordination Answer any other questions you might have! You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 329, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com Clinician Consultation (Clinic) A clinic is a consultation appointment where caregivers can talk with an autism therapist about a specific skill or concern. Together, you’ll explore practical strategies that may be helpful for your child and family. Clinics are not assessments or ongoing treatment, but an opportunity to receive guidance and ideas tailored to your family’s needs. How to make a clinic appointment: Reach out to the Family Support Workers by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 329, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com, to book a day and time for a clinician consultation that works for you. Groups Our groups offer opportunities for parent training and connection, as well as opportunities for children and youth to spend time with peers, take part in shared activities, build social connections, and learn in a group environment You can reach our Family Support Workers by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 329 , or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com to share your interest in participating in a group meeting. Online Resources, Streaming Videos Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre provides access to an online catalogue of resources, including recorded presentations about common topics, questions, and helpful strategies. This collection includes an introduction to autism, tools for identifying behaviour, tips for improving your child's quality of life, and ideas for activities you can try at home with your child to improve development and communication. What can I expect? To access each video you will be asked to register your email contact information and OAP registration number. This information is held privately and only used by Lansdowne Autism Services for the purpose of stat-tracking to meet our ministry-funding requirements. Our videos are hosted on YouTube. Additional resources, such as links to helpful websites and printable materials, are also available. Open Video Gallery More Resources Streaming Video Resources

Lansdowne Children's Centre connects families of infants, children and youth, with communication, developmental, and/or physical child development needs with services, supports and resources designed to help a child realize their potential. Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development Services & Programs, List View Lansdowne Children's Centre connects caregivers with local child development services and support. Conditions can 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. SmartStart Hub Occupational Therapy Autism Services Physiotherapy Family Engagement Speech and Language Infant and Preschool Respite Services Lifespan Services Recreation Services Use these drop-down menus to filter all the available services and programs Filter by region Filter by service View as Cards Reset 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ... 14 Open AUTISM SERVICES Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Since 2004, Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre has supported children, youth, and families in the region of the city of Brantford and County of Brant. The program provides evidence-informed autism supports that help families build skills, access resources, and navigate their child's developmental journey. Open AUTISM SERVICES Caregiver-Mediated Early Years Program These play-based and child-led programs are no cost to the family and designed for young children, ages 12 months to 48 months. We build caregivers’ capacity to support their child’s skill development with strategies that may help their young children learn new skills and meet individual goals. Open AUTISM SERVICES Entry to School Families registered with OAP are selected and invited by the government agency to participate in this program. The Entry to School program was introduced as a bridge to kindergarten for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Access peer mentoring, education and social events with Lansdowne Family Engagement services. Join the Family Advisory Council (FAC) and help plan, implement and review events and activities, as well as advocate for Lansdowne client families. Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development Family Engagement services Available to all families of Lansdowne infant, child and youth clients. Access peer mentoring, education and social events with Lansdowne Family Engagement services. Join the Family Advisory Council (FAC) and help plan, implement and review events and activities, as well as advocate for Lansdowne client families. All Services Index Connect with us Resource Directory Event Calendar EMAIL A QUESTION Featured Resources 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 click on an image to learn more Family Engagement Coordinator Intake - Start Here Guide, Starting Service With Lansdowne, Client Handbook Family Engagement Child Profile Form More Resources Resource Directory Lansdowne service providers have recommended online resources that provided education and strategies for a variety of child development needs, as well as connections with community support agencies. Visit the Resources Directory for the full compliment of available print, video and website resources available to all families, caregivers and educators. 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 6 Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Load More Upcoming Events Fundraising - Concert, Country Greats in Brantford by Benefit Show Fri, Nov 20 Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts The Sounds of Nashville hit the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts! Join us for an unforgettable evening of country music featuring the hits of Alabama, Miranda Lambert, and Zac Brown Band. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Lansdowne Children’s Centre. Register Autism Services: Supporting Picky Eating Live Webinar Mon, Nov 23 virtual link will be sent This workshop is open to caregivers, parents, and professionals supporting children registered with Lansdowne Autism Services. Web link to be sent to registrants via email provided closer to date. Register Fundraising - Concert, 50 Mission 4th annual community charity event, Brantford Sat, May 22 Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts TICKETS ON SALE OCTOBER 1 Hip music, hometown pride, and shared purpose. The 50 Mission brings our community together for one reason: to lift up the organizations that lift us up. This show supports the people and places that quietly hold our community together, including Lansdowne Children's Centre Register What is Family Engagement? You are the expert on your child... Family engagement recognizes that families are essential to the successful outcome of their children’s plan of care and ensures that caregivers are welcome partners in the planning and delivery of Lansdowne Children’s Centre services and programs. Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development is committed to creating more opportunities for families to partner with service providers and each other, to contribute their perspective, advice, passion and talent, and share the knowledge that comes from their lived experience. We need to enhance programs already in place and establish a broad range of family supports to help inspire and empower families meet the day-to-day challenges they face. How you can get involved: Join the Family Engagement Facebook Group Apply to the Family Advisory Committee Register for an upcoming event

Respite care at Lansdowne Children's Centre provides short-term relief for primary caregivers with care provided in the home or in the community. All Services Index RESPITE SERVICES Respite Care Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Start Referral What is Respite Care? Respite care services at Lansdowne Children's Centre provide short-term relief for primary caregivers with care provided in the home or in the community. To be eligible for respite care services the infant/child/youth must be a registered client with Lansdowne Children's Centre and meet the requirements as set per-program. For more information about respite care please speak with your Lansdowne service provider or contact SmartStart Hub. Respite care programs include: Alternate care ASD respite care In-home respite care Kids Country Inn Special services at home Respite Care Services click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Alternate Care Respite Services, Autism Spectrum Diagnosis (ASD) In-Home Respite Care Special Services at Home Kids Country Inn 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

Putting the 'FUN' in functional learning, Recreation Services at Lansdowne provide opportunities designed to assist and encourage children and youth clients to take advantage of individual or group activities directed towards promoting physical, cultural, and/or social development. These activities allow clients to explore their interests, exercise their skill sets and pursue personal development. All Services Index RECREATION SERVICES Recreation Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Start Referral What are Recreation Services? Putting the 'FUN' in functional learning, Recreation Services provide opportunities designed to assist and encourage children and youth clients to take advantage of individual or group activities directed towards promoting growth and development. These activities allow clients to explore their interests, exercise their skill sets and pursue personal development. To be eligible for recreation services the child/youth must be a registered client with Lansdowne Children's Centre and meet the requirements as set per-program. For more information about recreation programs please speak with your Lansdowne service provider or contact SmartStart Hub. Recreation programs include: Every Kids Counts (EKC) Camp and Recreation (CARE) Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Recreation programs click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Camp and Recreation (CARE) Every Kid Counts (EKC) Therapeutic Recreation (TR) 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

Brantford/Brant County - Haldimand/Norfolk County - Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation - Six Nations of the Grand River AUTISM SERVICES All Services Index AUTISM SERVICES Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Since 2004, Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre has supported children, youth, and families in the region of the city of Brantford and County of Brant. The program provides evidence-informed autism supports that help families build skills, access resources, and navigate their child's developmental journey . Our caring staff get to know our children and families well, and learn how to best suit their needs. Our Family-Centered principles guide our relationship working with children, parents and caregivers in collaboration. We also have access to other specialist Lansdowne team members should you have questions or needs outside of Autism Services. Our clinical team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice in behaviour analysis. Our Registered Behaviour Analysts (RBAs) are regulated professionals in good standing with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) and are approved providers within the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). They adhere to the College's standards of practice, ethical requirements, and professional accountability. Our Autism therapists provide services under the supervision and direction of qualified behaviour analysts and follow competencies and best-practice standards aligned with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) framework, ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence-based, and person-centred behavioural services for children, youth, and families. Autism Services include family support and service coordination, Foundational Family Services, caregiver education, clinician consultations (clinics), workshops, social recreation opportunities, caregiver-mediated early years programs, webinars, and individualized autism programming and behaviour support plans, including Comprehensive ABA and Focused ABA services. Eligibility Submit Referral Children and youth from birth to 18 years of age with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Many services are available to families registered with the Ontario Autism Program (AccessOAP). Autism services can be accessed through registration with SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre. Anyone can make a referral. Goals, Skills and Keywords Expectations Children/Youth are taught essential skills and the management of challenging behaviours, working across several developmental domains, including: Language, Communication, Play, Social interactions, Personal hygiene, Toileting, School-readiness, Job-readiness/post-seconday, Puberty and dating 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

Is my child school-ready? Resources for entry to school and new-to-kindergarten families. Connect with tools, tips and guides, and support you need for your child to succeed at school. All Services Index DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Supporting Educators and Families School-entry Resources Resources provided by Lansdowne Children's Centre Welcome! You’re in the right place to find trusted preschool resources and supports that help families and children to feel confident and ready for kindergarten. Explore how Lansdowne Children’s Centre can partner with you to support your child’s development and a smooth entry into school. Learn about Lansdowne, handouts printable promotion flyers, 8.5 x 11 pages Lansdowne Milestones Handout with Services Lansdowne Resources, videos and handouts flyer Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs Getting ready for school: Self-Screening Checklists Are you trying to assess your child's readiness to start school? Try one of our online checklists. These easy-to-follow guides help you to assess physical, communication and developmental milestones. If you have any concerns, connect with SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre . ANYONE can submit a referral. SmartStart Hub is a government-funded service (free to you) to help families connect with local support. Checklist, Early Years Milestones 0 - 48 months Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness 36 - 72 months Checklist, Speech & Language Development 0 - 36 months Print PDF Milestones Check Print PDF not available Print PDF Speech Check SPEECH development resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Engaing in Play - play skills for parents Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids Language and Communication Load More EARLY LEARNING resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Goal Setting with Children Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Toileting Part 1 - Are You Ready? | Identifying Readiness and Preparing Skills for Learning Load More EARLY LEARNING resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Goal Setting with Children Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Toileting Part 1 - Are You Ready? | Identifying Readiness and Preparing Skills for Learning Load More PHYSICAL development resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Early Years Milestones - Video Playlist Getting School-Ready: Supporting Fine Motor Development Load More AUTISM support resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 1 ... 1 2 ... 2 Back to School Support, Tips from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Elopement Strategies with Kids Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate Load More Access more 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 Resource Library 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 connects caregivers with local child development services and support. Conditions can 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 for child development Services and Programs Lansdowne Children's Centre connects caregivers with local child development services and support. Conditions can 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. SmartStart Hub Occupational Therapy Autism Services Physiotherapy Family Engagement Speech and Language Infant and Preschool Respite Services Lifespan Services Recreation Services 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 All Services List Age Filter Region Filter Filter by region Service Filter Filter by service Use these drop-down menus to filter all the available services and programs to shorten the list. Use the View List button to view as a table list instead of service thumbnail images. Toggle between list pages using the page selector and navigation arrows, above. Reset View as List RESPITE SERVICES Alternate Care INFANT & CHILD SUPPORTS Autism Services AUTISM SERVICES Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre RECREATION SERVICES Camp and Recreation (CARE) LOAD MORE

Respite care at Lansdowne Children's Centre provides short-term relief for primary caregivers with care provided in the home or in the community. All Services Index LIFESPAN SUPPORT SERVICES Lifespan Support Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe Start Referral What are Lifespan Support Services? Lansdowne Children's Centre offers children, youth and their families access to support services to help with navigation of challenging transitions, emotions, conflicts and scheduling. Lifespan support services include: Family Service Coordinators Child and Youth Workers Social Workers Lifespan Support Services click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Child and Youth Worker (CYW) Family Service Coordinator (FSC) Social Worker (SW) 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

Anyone with a concern about their child's development can contact SmartStart Hub to start the process of assessment. No diagnosis or referral is required. We are your one-stop shop for connecting with help. Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe, serving Brantford, Brant County, Norfolk County, Haldimand County, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. child development communication, developmental and physical special needs INTAKE SERVICES SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre Serving the region of Brantford, Brant, Haldimand, and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Start a Referral Printed referral forms can be sent by Fax to # 1-519-753-5927 Do you need to request access to a child's Personal Health Record? Learn more about how to request access, what to expect, and how your child’s information is protected can help you feel confident and supported. Learn More 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. SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre is your one-stop solution for connecting with services and supports for communication, developmental and physical concerns in the Grand Erie district. There is NO COST to the family for accessing SmartStart Hub services, supports and resources. Learn more about SmartStart Hub, Click Here Contact SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development local 519-753-3153 ext. 507 toll free 1-800-454-7186 ext. 507 Self-Screening Tools, Checklists Interactive checklists provide a guide of development milestones and resources to help you measure and encourage development 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. Checklist, Early Years Milestones 0 - 48 months Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness 36 - 72 months Checklist, Speech & Language Development 0 - 36 months Ready for referral? 📞 Contact SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre Anyone can reach out to the SmartStart Hub if you: 🔹 Need information about Lansdowne Children’s Centre services 🔹 Want to make a referral to our services 🔹 Need to find out if a child or youth is eligible for Lansdowne services 📝 Our Online Referral Form Our secure online form: ✅ Collects your contact information and concerns ✅ Shares your information securely with the SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne ✅ Allows you to print a copy of the referral before submitting (just click the “Print” button) 🔄 How Referrals Are Processed 📌 Referrals are reviewed based on priority needs 📧 Automated notification emails are sent to: • The person who submits the referral • The Primary Contact listed on the form ⏭️ What Happens Next? 📞 The Primary Contact (must be a legal guardian) will receive a call from our SmartStart Hub within approximately 90 days of submission. 💬 During the call, we will: • Learn more about your concerns • Share other supports the child may be eligible for • Help connect you to the right community agency if Lansdowne doesn’t provide the needed service SmartStart Hub News Items Early Learning sign language, developing communication A gesture, a point, a look—these early attempts to connect are powerful stepping stones toward language. For children with additional needs, however, expressing wants, needs, and interests can be more challenging. That’s where sign language—especially simple, early signs—can make a meaningful difference. Navigating Privacy and Safety: How to Request Access to Your Child's Personal Health Record at Lansdowne Children's Centre Accessing your child’s personal health record is a crucial step for parents and guardians who want to stay informed about their child’s health and development. At Lansdowne Children's Centre, this process is designed with privacy and safety as top priorities. Understanding how to request access, what to expect, and how your child’s information is protected can help you feel confident and supported. Celebrating Speech and Hearing Month at Lansdowne Children's Centre From expressing our needs to sharing our experiences, communication is an essential part of life. May is Speech and Hearing Month, a time to celebrate the life-changing difference speech-language pathologists, communicative disorders assistants, and other professionals in the field can make by helping kids find the tools that will best help them communicate effectively. “Communication is not just speech; it's also gestures and facial expressions and signs,” said Fran Talarico 1 2

Lansdowne physiotherapy focuses on helping infants, children and youth develop and optimize their large motor control muscles and abilities, including muscle strength and range. Mobility activities may include rolling, crawling, standing, walking. All Services Index REHABILITATION SERVICES Physiotherapy at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe Start Referral What is Physiotherapy? (PT) Physiotherapists at Lansdowne Children’s Centre provide assessment and treatment for infants, children and youth up to age 19, with difficulties in muscle strength, joint range of motion, quality of movement, tone and gross motor development. Treatment includes teaching strategies to the family, caregivers and clients to improve function. Physiotherapy also provides support in accessing mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers. Areas we work on in physiotherapy: Muscle strength and range Muscle tone (ie. ability to relax a muscle) Quality of movement Gross motor skills (ex. rolling, crawling, walking, waving) Access to mobility equipment Physiotherapy Supports click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Physiotherapy at Lansdowne (PT) School-Based Physiotherapy (SBRS-PT) 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 a Physiotherapist? Physiotherapists (PT) at Lansdowne study the science of movement. They learn how to pinpoint an injury’s root causes. Physiotherapists focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. Treatment can be for problems caused by injury, disease or disability. Some examples include: neck and back pain caused by problems in the muscles and skeleton; Problems in the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments; Lung problems such as asthma; Disability as a result of heart problems; Pelvic issues, such as bladder and bowel problems related to childbirth; Loss of mobility because of trauma to the brain or spine, or due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis; Fatigue, pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of muscle strength. What is a Physiotherapist Assistant? A Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) provides care on behalf of, or as directed by, a physiotherapist. 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

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