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Board Member Jamie Toner, 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 Jamie Toner Board Member Jamie Toner joined the board in 2023. As Director of Inclusive Supports with Rygiel, Jamie brings 15 years of nursing expertise to her role and is deeply passionate about fostering inclusive environments where everyone feels valued and connected. Jamie holds specialized certifications, including Infection Control from Queen’s University, Competent Supervision, and Health & Safety training tailored for group home facilities. Her additional credentials in nursing, physical assessments, and navigating legal aspects in care reinforce her commitment to quality and safety. A lifelong learner, Jamie also attended Humber College’s Developmental Services Worker program, expanding her skills to better support individuals with diverse needs. Her lived experience is equally inspiring; Jamie and her husband spent years residing in a group home, supporting five individuals, and providing treatment foster care for at-risk youth. Known for her advocacy, networking, and ability to educate, Jamie collaborates with others to promote inclusion and ensure that every individual feels a sense of belonging within their community. Her leadership is rooted in compassion, expertise, and a commitment to creating meaningful connections that empower others to thrive.

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. Anxiety & ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism Services Brant Dr. Ben Klein, Developmental Paediatrician is joined by Lorraine DeJong, Social Worker, and Susan Battin, BCBA, Autism Services, to talk about Anxiety and Autism. How does Anxiety look different with ASD? What makes it worse? And what can help make it better. 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

Lansdowne is looking for skilled volunteers, passionate about the services and programs supporting our region's children and youth. Preparing for Tomorrow's Children and Youth Share your voice with Lansdowne Children's Centre Notice: Lansdowne Centre Board positions are coming available as of June 2025. We welcome your application for future consideration. Thank you! If you prefer a printed application form, click here for a PDF version Board Member Application Board Member Eligibility Members (and therefore, applicants) must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must undergo background checks [police and Child & Family Services of Grand Erie] Connection with Lansdowne Children's Centre as a past client, client family or caregiver is beneficial, but is not a prerequisite for consideration. The Board of Directors for Lansdowne Children’s Centre has a maximum of 16 voting members, and an Ex-Officio appointed Medical Director. Your Board Committment Board members are required to attend monthly meetings, typically during midday. The Board meets as a united group on alternating months. Committees meet as sub-groups on alternate months and as scheduled. Board membership requires participation on a Committee. One Board member also serves as a liaison to Lansdowne Children's Centre Foundation Board Participation and attendance at Centre and community functions, including Lansdowne Foundation events, is valued but not mandatory. Application Questions With a priority on diversity, equity and inclusion, our Governance Committee is seeking representation and participation from across our catchment area, including Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We promote a welcoming environment, a safe place for free conversation about skills, services and supports needed to meet the interests and demands of the children, youth and families seeking services and programs at Lansdowne Children's Centre. The demographic questionnaire is a guideline, not a directive. It is our intention is to promote awareness and outreach to new candidates. This outreach also inquires about skillsets representing current gaps in our board competencies. The Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors is committed to having a Board composition that reflects the cultural diversity of our community and the diverse population we serve with respect to age, gender, religion, identity, Indigeneity, being a Person of Colour or 2SLGTBQ+, etc. We encourage individuals with lived experience of marginalization to apply and self-identify in their application. We encourage each candidate to consider all your life experiences that you feel could be value-added to our organization’s mission, and share what motivates you to want to volunteer your time and expertise in service of our clients: past, current and waiting, children, youth and their families. Apply Here Your First Name Your Last Name Your Email Address Your Phone Number Street Address City Postal / Zip code Region/State/Province Your Age Group Please complete the following ratings so that we can include your knowledge, skills and experience along with that of current Board members. 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Please take a moment to write about yourself, expanding on areas where you feel your experience, skills and perspective will bring added value to our Board conversations. Consider items like your education, career development, community involvement and lived experience. Please identify any factors you feel make your perspective unique, and impactful to conversations about the services and supports that Lansdowne Children's Centre provides for infants, children, youth, and their families. Tell us about your skills, experiences and perspective... Apply Now > Thanks for applying! We will RSVP by e-mail within 5 - 7 work days.

Lansdowne Children's Centre has a rich history in Brantford and the surrounding area. As the Grand Erie region's SmartStart Hub, Lansdowne connects families with top quality services, supports and resources, for children and youth with special needs, and their families. Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development What is Lansdowne Children's Centre? Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development is a highly accredited Children’s Treatment Centre (CTC)—and proud to be an Ontario SmartStart Hub connecting families with local services, resources, and support for babies, children, and teens with physical, communication, or developmental needs. 👶🧒👦 All Services Index SmartStart Hub Resource Directory Board of Directors CONTACT US Service Delivery Who We Are Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development mainly provides treatment, respite care, and recreation programs for infants, children and youth with additional and/or complex health and development needs. We also provide family, caregiver, and educator support. Lansdowne services are mainly funded by the Ontario government, Hamilton Health Sciences, the City of Brantford and community grants, donations and fundraising. 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. Who Are Our Clients Lansdowne Children's Centre provides services and support for over 3,800 babies, children and teens annually, and their families. We proudly serve communities across the region of Grand Erie, including the city of Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. 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. Our wide-range of resources, services and programs provides one‐stop access for families to connect with local support. O ur clients can reduce travel time, coordinate multiple services, develop relationships and expect a level of consistency in communications and service delivery. Our Mission Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs. Our Vision Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth. Our Values At Lansdowne Children's Centre we value Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment, and Safety (RIDES). We are committed to safety, accessibility and accountable teamwork. DOWNLOAD Download a printable PDF copy Lansdowne's Strategic Plan, as announced at the 2023 annual general meeting. Lansdowne vision statement Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth. Lansdowne mission statement Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs. Lansdowne value statement Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment and Safety. (RIDES) Lansdowne strategies A culture of excellence; State of the art environment; Innovation to enhance service; Tell our story. a culture of excellence state of art environment innovation to enhance service tell our story staff and client engagement help shape or implementation planning Strategic Plan update June 2023 - Presented by Rob Simmons, Long-Range Planning Committee Chair & Past Board Chair our process

What is SCILL Progam? | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library What is SCILL Progam? SCILL PROGRAM 2025 will take place the week of July 21 through 24. The per-participant cost of this program is $850 and can be paid for using SSAH (Special Services at Home), Respite Care, ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Respite, OAP (Ontario Autism Program), or personal funds. If you are interested in participating in SCILL Program, please click here to complete an online application form . We will review your eligibility and reach out to discuss your application. Completion of this application form does not guarantee a place in the program. SCILL PROGRAM OVERVIEW The annual Self Care & Independence Learning for Life (#SCILL) program aims to enhance the independent life skills of transitional-aged youth who are, or have been clients of Lansdowne Children's Centre. SCILL is a week long camp in an accessible setting, introducing the opportunity for youth to set their own goals for the week. Staff are on hand to assist with care needs, as directed by the clients and adapting skills as required to meet individual needs. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages What is SCILL Progam? no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Teens, Transition, Young Adult, Independence, Life Skills, Self Care

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Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Childcare Financial Assisstance, Brantford-Brant | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Childcare Financial Assisstance, Brantford-Brant Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Childcare Financial Assisstance, Brantford-Brant no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include:

Language and Communication | Speech, EarlyYears | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Language and Communication This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. The basics of language and communication in child development. Learn how communication does not require langauge. What is non-verbal communication? Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Language and Communication no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Communication #GoalSetting #Social

Through your generous gifts we are able to help children and youth with special needs, and their families, to access: Specialty equipment; Support workers; Community-based programs; and Centre-run programs in Brantford, Simcoe, Caledonia and Dunnville. 1/8 GIVE TODAY Your gift is key Unlock a new skill— Unlock a new SMILE Working together to enhance and enrich the lives of children and families served by Lansdowne Children’s Centre. scroll down for more Support or start a local fundraiser Events for Lansdowne You can support Lansdowne Kids with your participation in a community event, dedicating your fundraising to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Learn More Give to Lansdowne Kids Making a donation We're here to make gifting easy, and to celebrate your kindness and generosity. Your gift is key to helping kids unlock their potential. Learn More Celebrating community engagement Volunteer for Lansdowne Your time is an incredible gift. Through the year, events and programs provide opportunity to lend your skills and time in support of Lansdowne kids. Learn More Leading our mission of support Our Board of Directors Volunteer leaders combine a diverse mix of skills, experience and interests to steward donor gifts and pursue an optimal client experience. Learn More Thank you, Tim Hortons Smile Cookie, Brantford Celebrating Tim Hortons restaurants in Brantford and the teams and customers who created an incredible donation! Learn More Be a Hero for Lansdowne Kids Heroes Walk and Roll Celebrating strength in our community! Spend time with your kids being Heroes for Lansdowne Children's Centre... Learn More Celebrating Donors, Donations More News Pur and Simple, a Grand Opening with a generous helping of Heart How do your donations impact the lives of Lansdowne Kids? BioDesign Prosthetics & Orthotics Champions Lansdowne Kids at Heroes Walk and Roll 1 2 3 4 5 Community News and Events More News Lansdowne celebrates Halls of Halloween 2025 Lynda Henriksen Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s new Director of Development and Community Relations Heroes Walk and Roll: ‘It’s about connection, compassion, and community’ 1 2 3 4 5 Unlock a new SMILE Unlock a new skill— OUR MISSION is about working together to enhance and enrich the lives of the children and families that Lansdowne Children’s Centre serves by raising funds and goodwill throughout the community. “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." Your gifts empower Lansdowne to enhance and enrich the lives of clients and their families by providing acces to: Specialty equipment Support workers Community-based programs Centre-run programs Lansdowne Children's Centre Charitable Registration #1190 05643 RR0001 39 Mount Pleasant St., Brantford, ON N3T 1S7 Contact: Lynda Henriksen (she/her) Director of Development and Community Relations lhenriksen@lansdownecc.com 519-753-3153 ext 221

Juggling the Duties of the Brain | Understanding Executive Functioning | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Juggling the Duties of the Brain | Understanding Executive Functioning This video is hosted by our Autism Services team. Please click here to continue to the Autism Services video gallery. Have you ever noticed how the skills on a child's report card often resemble the skills listed on a job application? Executive functioning is a set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking and self control. We use these skills everyday to learn, work and manage daily life. Learn how to identify challenges with executive function, and how to implement learning strategies, as we walk through different scenarios that may relate to aspects of your own life and/or your child's life. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Juggling the Duties of the Brain | Understanding Executive Functioning no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: #Behaviour #Emotions #Learning

Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Information about child wellness, hygiene and missing appointments due to illness. Start Here Guide: Your Child's Health and Hygiene, and Preventing the Spread of Infections For more information on these and other illnesses please contact your family doctor, or TELEHEALTH Ontario by phone at 1‐866‐797‐0000. You can also consult the Brant County Health Unit online (www.bchu.org ) or Health and Social Services Haldimand and Norfolk online (www.hnhu.org ) Return Next Guidelines Regarding Absence Due to Illness Lansdowne Children's Centre needs to provide a healthy setting. To help with this we ask that you please stay at home and away from the centre and staff when ill (based on Brant County Health Unit guidelines). Lansdowne reserves the right to send clients home from scheduled services and programs if our staff believe that the client is too ill to join in activities. Brant County Health Unit guidelines also apply when Lansdowne services are delivered in a client home or community-based venue. Please let Lansdowne staff know if you or anyone in your family/household is ill if a home visit is scheduled. Keeping your hands clean is the best way of preventing the spread of germs. Use the provided hand sanitizer upon entering the building. Please wash your hands after handling any type of soiled material or using the washroom. Lansdowne staff are committed to sanitizing their hands prior to and after working with children and youth. Feel free to ask them if they have done so. Therapy equipment and surfaces used are cleaned and maintained regularly to ensure everyone’s wellness and safety. Children and other family members with the illnesses listed below should stay at home and away from Lansdowne as noted: Chickenpox - until well enough to join in all activities and having no fever, whether or not there is a rash Diarrhea ‐ no diarrhea for 24 hours Fever ‐ no fever for 24 hours Head lice ‐ until after the first treatment and no nits are in the hair Impetigo ‐ until an antibiotic has been taken for at least 24 hours Influenza (flu) ‐ until 5 to 7 days after onset of symptoms Pink Eye, bacterial (conjunctivitis) ‐ until the antibiotic has been taken for at least 24 hours Ringworm ‐ until treatment has started Strep Throat ‐ until an antibiotic has been taken for 24 hours Vomiting ‐ no vomiting for 24 hours Return Next