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Questions or concerns about your child's developing physical or communication abilities? 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 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 months 15 months 18 months 24 months 36 months 48 months Early Years Development Checklist, 0 - 48 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's physical or communication abilities? We can help To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. By 6 months old my child can: String vowels together when babbling Start sitting up unsupported Roll over in both directions (front-back, back-front) Reach for toys with both hands and mouths Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant Early Years Development Checklist, 0 - 48 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This early years development checklist provides physical and communication development milestones that most children are demonstrating in each age group. 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 enage 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. By 9 months old my child can: play peek a boo stand holding onto something or someone make sounds like “mamama” “dadada” “bababa” copy sounds and gestures of others transfer objects one hand to another crawl or move around in some way Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 6 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 12 months old my child can: use gestures like shaking head ”no” or waving “bye” start to play with/use things functionally (like a spoon) pull themselves up to stand, walk holding on to furniture join in back and forth conversation by making noises or gestures try to copy (say) words/sounds back to you after you say them Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 8 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 18 months old my child can: walk on their own without support use at least 20 single words that you can understand play simple pretend, such as feeding a doll Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 10 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 24 months (2 years) old my child can: copy others, imitating sounds and gestures uses 2-3 word phrases to label pictures stack blocks or rings self-feed using cup, spoon and fork Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 36 months ( 3 years) old my child can: copy lines or circles with a crayon follow 2 or 3 step directions speak in clear sentences jump with 2 feet off the ground tell stories, sequences of events Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. 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By 3 months old my child can: Hold their head steady Coos, smiles and recognizes familiar people Turn their head in both directions towards sounds Follow people or objects with their eyes Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 1 ... 1 2 3 4 ... 4 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 48 months (4 years) old my child can: take turns in play with a friend answer simple questions use the toilet independently Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 15 months old my child can: point to show something interesting to others walk with minimal support say 3-5 words (other than “mama” and “dada”) understand and follow simple commands turn pages of a book Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 10 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant

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. Eating Strategies Part One - Basics of Encouraging Appropriate Meal-Time Behaviour Autism Services Brant What is the difference between a Picky Eater and a Feeding Disorder What sort of questions should you ask of your doctor? Learn about individualized goals and creating mealtime strategies, including Controlled Choices, and Building Motivation. 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

Eating Strategies Part One - Basics of Encouraging Appropriate Meal-Time Behaviour | EarlyYears, Kindergarten | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Eating Strategies Part One - Basics of Encouraging Appropriate Meal-Time Behaviour This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. What is the difference between a Picky Eater and a Feeding Disorder. What sort of questions should you ask of your doctor? Learn about individualized goals and creating mealtime strategies, including Controlled Choices, and Building Motivation. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Eating Strategies Part One - Basics of Encouraging Appropriate Meal-Time Behaviour no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Eating #Behaviour #GoalSetting

Heroes Assemble! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll fundraising event. Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation #ForTheKids Brant Park, Brantford Home Join the 7th Annual Lansdowne Heroes Walk & Roll October 4, 2025 | Brant Park, Brantford Contact Us Become a Hero for Lansdowne Kids Heroes Walk and Roll is more than just a party in Brant Park; it’s a powerful fundraiser that gives life to essential programs that provide kids with access to experiences like day camps, local sports, youth groups and social celebrations—ensuring that children who often face barriers to participation can enjoy the full richness of childhood. Fundraising Start any time! As families come together to celebrate community and achievements, they also champion a future where every child has equal access to play, connection, and community. Become a hero for Lansdowne Kids. Register your fundraising team and start collecting pledges online with your personalized webpage to tell your own Lansdowne story. Print the milestone map and pledge collection sheet to track your progress and fundraise with friends, neighbours and family. Together, we are delivering incredible results by enhancing and enriching the lives of children and families supported by Lansdowne Children's Centre programs and services. Thank you! Register Now Coming Soon! The Heroes Walk and Roll FUNdraising Zone with games and activities you can print and play at home, and more information about prizes and draws ! Family Fun Fair Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 11:00 a.m. The Heroes Walk and Roll is a vibrant, inclusive celebration designed to empower every child to feel like a hero for a day. With accessibility at its core, this event offers a joyful and engaging experience for kids of all abilities—featuring music, games, and festivities that welcome neurodivergent participants and accomodate those with mobility and communication challenges. Park and event access is ALL INCLUSIVE when you register your fundraising team. Registration cost is $10.00 per team and provides access to Brant Park, free parking, and includes free play with all our carnival games, inflatables attractions, photo booth, costumed heroes and live music and entertainment Register Now Plan your day: 2025 Saturday, October 4 - Brant Park, 119 Jennigs Rd, Brantford 11:00 a.m. Event Opens Check-in with Registration table Bring in your pledge form, cash and/or cheque pledges. Additional prizes or goodies will be available for pick-up at Registration. Receive prize raffle tickets when you register, with additional tickets awarded based on fundraising, AND available for purchase. Tickets may be input into available prize draw(s) of your choice. Enjoy the games and activities and Live Music! 12:30 p.m. Let’s Walk and Roll! Meet at the pavillion. We will have an opening ceremony with guest speakers. Following the presentations we will start our Hero parade lap! (approx. 15-mins) 1:15 p.m. Animal Show! at the Pavillion 1:45 p.m. Prize Draws and Closing Ceremonies 2:00 p.m. Event closes and clean-up begins What to bring: Dress up as whatever Hero means to you! Do I need to pack a lunch? Light refreshments will be available to fundraisers and volunteers. We recommend you bring a water bottle and p icnic snacks for your team. Is there an accessible washroom? Yes. Brant Park has a washroom building walking/rolling distance from the event. There are also portable washroom stalls on the event grounds. How to prepare for weather? Fall events can be tricky. We recommend layers so you can adjust as needed for sun, wind and light rain. A hat is a good idea too for outdoor fun. There is little coverage available if it's raining, so in the event of heavy rain or thunderstorms (or snow!) we will cancel or postpone the event. What is the ground surface? The parking lot is a packed dirt and gravel drive. The walking and rolling path is an asphalt road. The carnival games and attractions are on the grass around the pavillion. Confirmed Attractions and Vendors This list continues to be updated as we near the event. Inflatable Bounce Playgrounds provided by Ashlee's Events Inflatable Sport Games provided by Rockin' Party Rentals Live Music and Entertainment The Shrubberies! Live Animal (Reptile) Show Jungle Jamz Face Painting presented by Ackland Insurance Carnival Games provided by Ashlee's Events Costumed Heroes! presented by R&J Theatrics Photo Booth with Smart Booth Images presented by Ackland Insurance Fire Truck Display Brantford Fire Department Light Refreshments for Fundraisers & Volunteers provided by Devlin's Country Bistro and Catering Find Your Way to HEROES WALK AND ROLL (maps) FOLLOW US

Medical Director, Lansdowne Children's Centre Dr. Benjamin Klein, Ex Officio, 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 Dr. Benjamin Klein, Ex Officio Medical Director, Lansdowne Children's Centre Dr. Ben Klein is a Developmental Paediatrician and has been our Medical Director since 2011.

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Lansdowne Events Schedule Multiple Dates Autism Services Bricks and Building Club ages 8-12 Tue, Jan 20 Brantford A group for children aged 8-12 to have a chance to practice social skills while engaging in building activities. The ratio of this group is 1 staff for 3 children. We do not have the staff available to supervise clients who have aggressive behaviour or are a flight risk. +3 more More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Caregiver Orientation Wed, Jan 21 Brantford In person group session at our 39 Mount Pleasant St. location. Family Support workers share all of the information you'll need to start your Autism journey off on the right foot. See All More Info Autism Services Practice Playdates - Winter Session Jan. 22- Mar. 12 Thu, Jan 22 Brantford Children ages 6-8 with an Autism Diagnosis, who are just beginning to show interest in their peers are paired with a peer of similar skills and offered 1:1 support in advancing basic social skills. 8 weekly sessions Let us know if this is a group your child would benefit from ! Program schedule TBD +3 more More Info Understanding Challenging Behaviour Live Webinar Thu, Jan 22 Live Webinar: Link sent by email Join our Registered Behavior Analyst for a Live Webinar! Learn how to determine why challenging behavior happens and use this information to manage behaviors more effectively. +9 more More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group Fri, Jan 23 Brantford Children 2-6 with their caregivers can attend activities and story time at Lansdowne Childrens Centre. More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Girl's Night Out ages 12-15 Thu, Jan 29 Lansdowne Brantford Girls Night Out is a relaxed, safe and supervised social experience offered monthly, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm. Past activities have included ceramics, shopping and bowling We will alternate between free activities at Lansdowne and outings in the community which may have a cost associated. See All More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Video Game Night ages 10-14 Wed, Feb 04 Brantford A group for children aged 10-14 to have a chance to practice social skills while engaging in their favorite video games. The ratio of this group is 1 staff for 3 children. We do not have the staff available to supervise clients who have aggressive behaviour or are a flight risk. +3 more More Info Multiple Dates Family Valentines Cookie Decorating Event Wed, Feb 11 Brantford All Ages Welcome! Clients and their families get you spend quality time decorating Valentines cookies together ! Cookies and decorations provided. Register for only one time slot. Please indicate if you have dietary concerns or allergies that need to be addressed. +7 more Details Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Mon, Feb 16 Brantford Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed More Info Multiple Dates Caregiver Event - Coffee Chat Tue, Feb 17 Brantford Come out and join us for an evening of conversation anf fun. Free Childcare provided See All More Info Multiple Dates Teen Social Group ages 14-17 Autism Services Mon, Feb 23 Lansdowne Brantford Join us for a laid back, safe hangout for teenagers with a diagnosis of Autism. Caregivers do not need to stay but teen must be able to participate in a group with a ratio of 3 teens to 1 staff. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns about this! See All More Info Autism Services March Break ages 7-11 Thu, Mar 19 Brantford A group for children aged 7 and up to have a chance to continue to practice social skills and be active while on Break! The ratio of this group is 1 staff for 3 children. We do not have the staff available to supervise clients who have aggressive behavior or are a flight risk. See All More Info Multiple Dates Autism Services Egg Hunt Event Wed, Mar 25 Brantford Bring your children to a safe and controlled environment at Lansdowne to participate in a practice Egg Hunt!. Please only sign up for one time slot per family. +4 more More Info Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Fri, Apr 03 Brantford Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed More Info Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Mon, Apr 06 Brantford Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed More Info Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Mon, May 18 Brantford Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed More Info Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Wed, Jul 01 Brantford Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed More Info Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed Mon, Aug 03 Brantford More Info Load More Upcoming Events: Upcoming Events

Give Today Ways To Give Meet The Kids Partner Profiles Impact Report Our Board Contact Us < Back KENDRA 2021 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Ambassador Kendra is 9 years old and was born with a serve form of Spina Bifida, Myelomeningocele and Hydrocephalus. These conditions have affected her both physically and mentally. She loves to go on long walks and hikes if it is wheelchair accessible to her and also loves to go swimming and doing lots of arts and crafts! She is a very social person; she always has a smile on her face and will do what she can to keep a smile on yours! Lansdowne has been an amazing support for Kendra throughout her life, and she currently has ongoing help from Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and a Child & Youth worker. She loves the recreational programs and the Kids Country Inn. She has used speech therapy before school as well and is grateful for these programs and services. The children and families of Lansdowne thank you for your support. Dontate Today Contact Us

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

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