A varied selection of resources that may be helpful for parents, CHAP Workers and agency staff.
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Additional Resources:
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Contemporary Care Solutions
, Summer, Winter and March Break camps
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Ages 7 years and up
Participants are encouraged to focus on their strengths and abilities, while fostering new interests and building new relationships |
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http://contemporarycaresolutions.com/
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Contact :
(416) 760-7232
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Heartfit Respite - Farm Vacation
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Recreational Summer Holiday experience on a working farm. Guest have varied, interesting and fun choices for learning. Full supervision and professional staff to ensure all needs are met. |
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http://www.heartfitrespite.com
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L'Arche Toronto- Sol Express Summer Program
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Art
Story
Dance
Music
Program runs in July and August
Tuesday - Fridays
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
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https://www.larchetoronto.org/sol-express
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Contact :
(416) 406 - 2869; office@larchetoronto.org
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Laura Hunter's STEPS Program
, Summer Camp
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SummerSkills Camp
A summer day camp program for children and youth of all abilities ages 3 to 24
The program provides opportunities for skill development and independence, physical activity, biking, community adventures, social skills and group inclusion |
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http://www.stepsprograms.com
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Contact :
416 771 2217
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Sara Elizabeth Centre
, Summer, Winter and March Break Camps
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Inclusive art-based program for special needs youth 16 years and older |
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http://www.blueveil.org/
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Contact :
416-747-9796
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South Asian Autism Awareness Centre
, Summer Camp
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Offers a range of fund and safe programming that will encourage campers to develop communication and social skills while also building self-esteem and self-confidence.
Ages 2-25 years old |
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http://saaac.org/
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Contact :
416-824-8847
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AlphaBee Camps
, Summer and March Break Camps
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Variety of camps for individuals up to 18 years old with autism and other developmental disabilities |
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http://www.alphabee.com
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Contact :
416-622-9979
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Bayview Glen Day Camp
, Summer
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Our wide-ranging and well-balanced programs give campers plenty of choices and opportunities to learn, grow and express themselves. Whether you are 4 or 14, whatever your skill level or needs, you will find a wide range of amazing activities to captivate you. |
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https://www.bayviewglencamp.ca/
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Contact :
416-449-7746
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Brighton Friendship Summer Camp
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Make friends and have fun at Brighton’s “Friendship Factory” this summer! Our summer camp program focuses on providing elementary students with fun, engaging play-based opportunities to learn and practice important friendship and social skills in a summer camp environment.
Through sports, games, interactive activities and role plays, social skills lessons and real-time coaching will focus on creating positive interactions with peers in 5 key friendship-building areas: Conversation skills, Cooperative Play Skills, Friendship Management Skills, Self- Regulation and Conflict Management.
Elementary school -Grades 1 - 8 |
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Contact :
contactus@brightonlaunch.ca ; (416) 932- 8273
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Camp Kennebec
, Summer, March Break
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Ages 6 and up
An overnight summer camp for individuals with special needs |
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https://www.campkennebec.com/
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Contact :
613-335-2114
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Camp Kirk
, Summer
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Ages 6-13 years old
Enriched summer experiences for kids with exceptionalities |
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http://www.campkirk.com/
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Contact :
416-782-3310
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Camp Kodiak
, Summer
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Ages 6-18 years old
A unique, integrated, non-competitive program for children and teens with/without ADHD, LD, and ASD |
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http://www.campkodiak.com/
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Contact :
905-569-7595
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Camp Pioneer
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Inclusion Program. For Children 5-19 years of age.
Each camper is valued as an important part of the camp community, the camping experience is tailored to fit the needs of each child. |
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http://pioneercamp.ca/
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Contact :
705.385.2370
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Camp Robin Hood
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Camp Robin Hood supports children of all ages.
Camp Robin Hood wants every single child to be supported and included. Their team will work with your family to support your child's needs. |
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http://www.camprobinhood.ca/
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Contact :
416.736.4443
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Contemporary Care Solutions
, Summer, Winter and March Break Camps
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Ages 7 years and up
Participants are encouraged to focus on their strengths and abilities, while fostering new interests and building new relationships |
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http://contemporarycaresolutions.com/
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Contact :
(416) 760-7232
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Family Day Summer Camp
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Family Day's summer camp programs for children in JK/SK as well as Grades 1-6 are full of fun, fitness and enriched activities under the supervision of qualified staff |
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http://www.familydaycare.com
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Contact :
416-922-3434
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Harbourfront Centre Camps
, Summer, March Break
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Provides opportunities for exploration, creativity and personal growth within a positive camp atmosphere where participants are inspired through meaningful participation and enriched experiences in all facets of arts and contemporary culture. This program is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and diverse learning community that allows participants to learn and interpret the world through dialogue, social interaction and facilitated hands-on activities. Ages 3-15 years old |
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http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/camps/index.cfm
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Contact :
416-973-4093
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Hatch Canada
, Summer, Winter Break, March Break, PA Days
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Ages 7-17 years old
Hatch Canada Camps is a premier STEM camp for kids. Hatch teaches coding in a unique project-based approach and create experiences for kids that will last a lifetime. |
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http://www.hatchcanada.com
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Contact :
416-546-5501
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Kinark Outdoor Centre- ASD Summer Camp
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This is a 5-day residential summer camp experience for children with Autism. The focus of the week is on social and therapeutic recreation supported by a high ratio of staff to campers. Groups of five campers experience the social skills inherent in a camp setting with four staff to support individual needs. |
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http://www.koc.on.ca/
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Contact :
(705) 286-3555
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Lanna MMA (Mixed Marital Arts)
, Summer, March Break Camps
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The kids get to have a great time and keep active on their break. There are always many trips planned and different games and activities for them to do. Along with all the trips, they have two martial arts classes per day. They get to have a great time with old and new friends and build a lasting bond with their peers. Ages 3-12 |
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http://www.lannamma.com
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Contact :
416-740-2352
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Laura Hunter's STEPS program
, Summer Camp
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SummerSkills Camp
A summer day camp program for children and youth of all abilities ages 3 to 24
The program provides opportunities for skill development and independence, physical activity, biking, community adventures, social skills and group inclusion |
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http://www.stepsprograms.com/
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Contact :
416 771 2217
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Making Small Talk
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Available for students aged 3 to 15 years old. The program offers a weekly camp themes, with a half day school based camp and half day activities and crafts including a trip out. |
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http://www.makingsmalltalk.com/camp/
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Contact :
1-855-678-4424
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Pawsitively Pets
, Summer, Winter, March Break, Passover, PA Day camps
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Daily programs are a variety of hands-on animal interactions, enrichment activities and other animal learning experiences. Day camp programs available for children 3 to 15 years old. Half Day programs are available for children 3-5 years old. |
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https://pawsitivelypetskidscamp.com/
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Contact :
416-901-4776
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Purple Carrots Drama Studio
, Summer, March Break
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Inclusive drama classes and camps specializing in different learning abilities
Ages 6-12, Young adult/Teen |
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https://purplecarrots.ca/
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Contact :
416-838-7702
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Real Programming 4 Kids
, Summer
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Ages 7-17 years old
Real Programming 4 Kids provides a rich and challenging learning environment for all skill levels, with all the fun of video games. |
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http://www.realprogramming.com/
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Contact :
416-469-9676
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
, Summer
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Ages 5-13 years old
Children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in our aquarium world through a combination of hands on indoor and outdoor activities, gallery exploration, and even behind the scenes adventures! |
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https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada/education/day-camp/
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Contact :
647-351-3474 ext 2648
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ROM Summer Club
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One of the city's most creative and diverse summer camps, who offer an exciting array of fun, activity-based programs inspired by the collections and research of a world-class museum. Our huge variety of offerings ensures that you'll find a program to match your interest and abilities. |
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https://www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/summer-club
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Contact :
416.586.5797
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Rumball Camp for the Deaf
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The Bob Rumball Camp of the Deaf is a place of opportunity for Deaf, hard of hearing and multiply challenged young people ages 5-17. The Camp functions as an inclusive environment where a Deaf child can enjoy everything that a summer camp can offer, but in an environment without any communication barriers. |
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http://www2.bobrumball.org/content/4/Camp
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Contact :
416 449 9651
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Sara Elizabeth Centre
, Summer, Winter and March Break Camps
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Inclusive art-based program for special needs youth 13 years and older |
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http://www.blueveil.org/
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Contact :
416-747-9796
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South Asian Autism Awareness Centre
, Summer Camp
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Offers a range of fun and safe programming that will encourage campers to develop communication and social skills while also building self-esteem and self-confidence.
Ages 2-25 years old |
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http://saaac.org/
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Contact :
416-824-8847
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Toronto Zoo Camp
, Summer/Ete, March Break/Congé de mars
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This summer connect with nature at Zoo Camp, a unique opportunity to explore wildlife from around the world. A variety of themes are offered unique to the Zoo setting including baby animals, careers, adaptations, and more! Adventures include indoor/outdoor activities, behind-the-scenes opportunities, games, crafts, and safe, rewarding FUN! |
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http://www.torontozoo.com/EducationAndCamps/CampsandPublicPrograms/
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Contact :
416-392-5947
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YMCA
, Summer Day and Overnight Camps, Winter and March Break Camps
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Ages 4-16 years old (varies by camp/location)
Various camp programs by location |
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http://www.ymcagta.org/en/camps/
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Kinark Outdoor Centre- Family Camp
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Family Camp allows families with one or more children with ASD the chance to enjoy a family vacation in an understanding and supportive environment. The program includes a range of recreational activities facilitated by friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive staff. Families can socialize and enjoy activities such as high ropes, campfires, canoeing, kayaking, and family talent shows. This four day program is a great opportunity to meet, socialize, and network with other families while trying new activities as a family! |
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http://www.koc.on.ca/
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Contact :
705-286-3555
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Additional Respite Options
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Brighton Social Groups
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Brighton has a variety of Friday evening social group events which are open to both Brighton students and the public. These groups are suitable for adolescents 13+ and young adults who require some support or facilitation of social skills and friendships, may need to practice social pragmatics, communication, group skills and community awareness. |
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http://brightonsocialgroups.ca/
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Contact :
(416) 932- 8273 x200
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Camp Concord
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Concord in the City provides day programming for adults with special needs who can be supported in a 2:1 or 3:1 ratio. Concord in the City offers quality programming that assist individuals with special needs in continuing education, working on daily life skills, volunteer experiences and working on personalized goals. |
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http://www.campconcord.ca
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Contact :
647-746-6339
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Contemporary Care Solutions
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Respite options available that offer a caregiver a break with in home support, community integration, and on site recreational programs |
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http://contemporarycaresolutions.com/
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Contact :
(416) 760-7232
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Luso Canadian Charitable Society- 24 hour respite
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Luso Canadian Charitable Society now offers 24 hour respite support in a new state of the art facility that is fully equipped to offer 24 hour care to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities 18 years and older |
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http://lusoccs.org/
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Contact :
416-761-9761
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Precious Flower Healthcare Inc.
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Precious Flower HealthCare has lent a helping hand to people in the community including: children, youth, seniors, families, people with physical and mental disabilities, provide one- on –one support to individual in their own home while participate the life of their community. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the individual being supported. |
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https://www.preciousflowerhealthcare.org/
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Contact :
647-531-2012
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Sara Elizabeth Centre
, After School and Saturday Programs
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Open to youth with special needs 13 years and older
Provides youth with integrated age appropriate activities concentrating on the arts primarily music, dance, drama, vocal, and visual arts
After School program runs Tuesday-Thursday 3:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday program runs 10am-2pm |
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http://www.blueveil.org/SEC
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Contact :
416-747-9796
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True Friends Respite
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True Friends Respite Services is a small Toronto-based service for persons of all ages with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities that may include Autism Spectrum Disorder.
True Friends Respite offers an afternoon / evening respite program throughout the year and a full-day program during all school holidays, including summer (July/August), March Break and Christmas vacation.
Overnight respite services are not available at this time.
Participants are required to provide their own food and snacks during respite hours. |
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http://www.truefriendsrespite.com/
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Contact :
Sharon (416) 288-1596
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Wellspring Centre- Adult Day & Respite Programs
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The Wellspring Centre is proud to offer a range of programs to persons with a\varying abilities and exceptionalities. Our newly renovated adult-only facility is fully wheel-chair accessible.
Our programs include life skills, arts, physical activity, social skills and coping skills.
In addition, we also offer respite programs.
Location: 4679 Kingston Road, Scarborough. |
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http://www.thespring.ca
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Contact :
(416) 284- 1969
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Brighton Social Groups
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Brighton has a variety of Friday evening social group events which are open to both Brighton students and the public. These groups are suitable for adolescents 13+ and young adults who require some support or facilitation of social skills and friendships, may need to practice social pragmatics, communication, group skills and community awareness. |
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http://brightonsocialgroups.ca/
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Contact :
(416) 932 -8273 x200
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Camp Concord
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Concord in the City provides school respite for children and adolescents with special needs who can function in a 2:1 ratio environment. Concord in the City offers programming that assists individuals with special needs in continuing education, working on daily life skills, volunteer experiences and working on personalized goals |
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http://www.campconcord.ca
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Contact :
647-746-6339
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Contemporary Care Solutions
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Respite options available for ages 7 and older that offer a caregiver a break with in home support, community integration, and on site recreational programs. |
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http://contemporarycaresolutions.com/
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Contact :
(416) 760-7232
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Emily's House
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Pediatric Palliative Care Hospice which also offers respite care to children with a life limiting illness. Respite allows families a break from the daily routine of caregiving. Programs operate 24/7 offering nursing, recreational, psychosocial/spiritual, bereavement and educational services. |
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http://www.philipazizcentre.ca/emilys-house/
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Contact :
416-363-9196
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Kinark Outdoor Centre- Family Respite
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Family Respite is designed for families with one or more children with ASD. Each child receives specialized 1:1 support. Parents have the opportunity to share experiences, resources, and strategies with others and also enjoy time on their own. Siblings have the chance to connect and have fun, and to share their similar experiences with their peers. Programming also includes family time and enriched opportunities to bond, problem-solve, and enjoy new and unique experiences at the camp. |
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http://www.koc.on.ca/
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Contact :
705-286-3555
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Sara Elizabeth Centre
, After School and Saturday programs
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Open to youth with special needs 13 years and older
Provides youth with integrated age appropriate activities concentrating on the arts primarily music, dance, drama, vocal, and visual arts
After School program runs Tuesday-Thursday 3:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday program runs 10am-2pm |
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http://www.blueveil.org/SEC
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Contact :
416-747-9796
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COVID 19 TESTING FOR CHILDREN WITH MEDICAL COMPLEXITY AND NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS
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In Toronto Region, 2 new COVID- 19 Assessment Centres are now available at SickKids and Holland Bloorview to support testing for Children with Medical Complexity (CMC) and Children with Developmental Disorders (CDD) in alignment with provincial testing guidance. |
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Contact :
Text ‘COVID 19 Testing’ or Call 416-419-4623
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Supporting Individuals with Autism During Uncertain Times
, Hume, K., Waters, V., Sam, A., Steinbrenner, J., Perkins, Y., De
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This toolkit shares 7 support strategies designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism during this period of uncertainty. In addition, examples and ready-made resources are included to help caregivers implement these strategies quickly and easily. These materials purposely represent a variety of styles/designs/complexity to model the range of what may be most meaningful across ages and skills, and to demonstrate what can be generated with few materials by busy caregivers. Specific adaptations and additions may be necessary to best meet the varied needs of individual children and young adults. |
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https://afirm.fpg.unc.edu/sites/afirm.fpg.unc.edu/files/covid-resources/Supporting%20Individuals%20with%20Autism%20through%20Uncertian%20Times%20Full%20Packet.pdf
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Fee for Service Day Programs
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Camp Concord
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Concord in the City offers two distinct programs for families with adults with special needs. The Compass program is a direct response to adults aging out oft he school system and offers continuing academic, life and recreational skills. As well as staff work with families to develop and work on personal goals. The Higher Ground program aims to assist individuals with special needs who have graduated from high school or a post-secondary institution and wish to enter the Ontario workforce. Staff assist participants with skill development (resume and interview skills) and navigate the professional field. |
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http://www.campconcord.ca
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Contact :
647-746-6339
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Contemporary Care Solutions
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Our Day Program is geared to adults over the age of 21 with developmental challenges. It affords individuals opportunity for recreation, community integration, and life skills development. |
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http://contemporarycaresolutions.com/
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Contact :
(416) 760-7232
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Eppleworth Adult Centre
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Eppleworth is a not-for-profit charitable organization that provides day support to adults with developmental disabilities. Participants of the program pay a monthly fee to aid in program delivery and parents or guardians are required to be a member of their Operating Board |
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http://www.eppleworth.org/
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Contact :
416-265-6851
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Moeen Centre
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Day Program for Young Adults with Physical Disabilities and Developmental Challenges.
Monday - Friday 9 am - 3 pm, year-round.
(Flexible Hours and competitive rates)
551 Kennedy Road - Scarborough |
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http://www.moeencentre.org
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Contact :
416-264-5809
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St. Jude's Academy of the Arts
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St. Bernadette’s Family Resource Centre initiated a day program called St. Jude’s Academy of the Arts. The Academy focuses on the arts, the development of life skills and aims to provide its clients with a unique creative learning environment. |
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http://www.stbernadettesfrc.org/st-judes/
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Contact :
(416) 740-7187
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Sunflower Respite Care Services
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This Day Program operates year round (only closes for the holidays) and provide programs such as Vocational Training, Computers, Budgeting, Arts/ Crafts, Community Integration, Movement & Dance & many more |
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http://www.sunflowerrcs.com
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Contact :
416-629-7252
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The Pines Adult Day Centre
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Daily activities geared to the full spectrum of the individual's needs and activities that teach a comprehensive set of skills that include literacy, mathematics, money handling, communication, sign language, arts and crafts as well as fitness and general recreation. |
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http://www.stmargaretinthepines.ca/community/pines-adult-day-centre/
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Contact :
(416) 284-7397
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Choices that Change Lives Fund
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Community Living Toronto wants to grant wishes and make dreams a reality for people with an intellectual disability and their families.
To be eligible, families must be clients of Community Living Toronto.
Grants will be given to help gain new skills,
further develop talent, purchase equipment,
take in a show or extend the supports they
receive to assist with travel so that they can
volunteer, work, go to school or even visit
friends or family that may live in another
city.
The Fund may also provide grants to help
families who may need extra relief and
respite support – relief that they would
otherwise not be able to afford |
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http://www.choiceschangelives.ca
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ABACUS
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The ABACUS website aims to serve as the best possible source of information so that parents, caregivers, and the general community can be informed consumers of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Ontario. |
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http://www.abacuslist.ca
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Anxiety Disorders Association of Ontario
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Supports and educates individuals living with an anxiety disorder, as well as their family and friends. |
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http://www.anxietydisordersontario.ca/
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Contact :
1-877-308-3843
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Autism Asperger Publishing Company
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Brenda Smith Myles publishing company publishing many Books and Videos that relate to Social Skills. |
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http://www.aapcpublishing.net
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Autism Ontario
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Autism Ontario (formerly Autism Society Ontario) is the leading source of information and referral on autism and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. Members are connected through a volunteer network of 31 Chapters throughout the Province of Ontario.
We are guided by a Board of Directors, composed primarily of parents of individuals with autism, plus a host of volunteers and respected professionals who provide expertise and guidance to the Society on a volunteer basis.
Autism Ontario is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals with whom they interact. The association and its chapters share common goals of providing information and education, supporting research, and advocating for programs and services for the autism community. |
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http://www.autismontario.com
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Beyond the Spectrum
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Beyond the Spectrum helps families embrace Autism Spectrum Disorder by providing evidence based services that are synchronized, family focused, compassionate to the needs, strengths, goals and unparalleled potential of each individual. They accommodate all environments for learning, Home, School and Community. Their Holistic approach is based upon the principals of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) used to decrease problematic behaviours, increase communication, increase social interactions, teach self regulation and functional living skills. All programs are supervised by a BCBA. |
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http://www.getbeyondthespectrum.com
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Contact :
647-831-2840
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Canadian Association for Community Living
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The Canadian Association for Community Living is a Canada-wide association of family members and others working for the benefit of persons of all ages who have an intellectual disability. Founded in 1958 by parents of children with intellectual disabilities who wanted supports and services within the community instead of in institutions, CACL has become one of Canada's ten largest charitable organizations, and has grown into a federation of 10 provincial and three territorial associations comprising of 420 local associations and over 40,000 members. CACL works strategically with other disability rights organizations and, in particular, with People First of Canada. |
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http://www.cacl.ca/
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Down's Syndrome Association of Toronto
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The Down Syndrome Association of Toronto (DSAT) is a charitable, non-profit organization organized and led by parents and volunteers. |
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http://www.dsat.ca/
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Contact :
info@dsat.ca
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Easter Seal Society Ontario
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Dedicated to helping children, youth and young adults with physical disabilities achieve their full individual potential and full independence. |
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http://www.easterseals.org
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Extend A Family
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MISSION: In partnership with families and community, we foster a life of belonging for children and youth with developmental disabilities, building meaningful relationships and valued roles. We share and promote the value of inclusion and belonging
SUPPORTS OFFERED:
• Family Coordinators
• Friendship Circles
• Summer Student Partnership
• Family Support Groups
• Sexuality workshops with a focus on Healthy Relationships
• Safe and Secure Futures Network
• Making the Most Series
• Other training and learning opportunities |
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http://extendafamily.ca/
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Contact :
416-484-1317 Email: info@extendafamily.ca
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Family Alliance Ontario
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Family Alliance Ontario is a not for profit organisation consisting of and supporting Family Networks that represent people with disabilities, their families and their friends. |
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http://family-alliance.com
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Contact :
alliance@family-alliance.com
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Heep Chi Association
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A Support Group for Chinese Families with Developmentally Challenged Members |
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http://solhc.ca/
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(647) 288-3409 heepchiparents@yahoo.ca
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Inclusion Press
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Inclusion.com aims to offer programs and workshops that are aimed at supporting and involving all members of society and treating everyone with equality. Inclusion also aims to change participants and help them face their fears. |
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http://www.inclusion.com
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Kids Together - Inclusion for Children
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This site is designed to provide helpful information and resources to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities and communities as a whole. |
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http://www.kidstogether.org/
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Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities - OADD
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OADD is a professional organization of people working and studying in the field of developmental disabilities, throughout Ontario. OADD's members include agencies and organizations; university and community college students and instructors; service provider direct care staff and managers; family support workers; case managers; psychologists; social workers; and other dedicated individuals. |
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http://www.oadd.org
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Spirit of Life
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To enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and other special needs through education, support and services. |
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http://www.thespiritoflife.org
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Contact :
905-474-9500
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Toronto Public Library, Virtual Resource Library
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Toronto Public Library offers a variety of resources to Toronto residents. The virtual resource library provides free and equitable access to online services that meet the changing needs of the people of Toronto and Ontario. It supports learning and engages the imagination. |
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http://vrl.tpl.toronto.on.ca/
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Augmentative Communication
, Mayer-Johnson
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Supplier of augmentative communication products such as Boardmaker, etc. |
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http://www.mayer-johnson.com
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Contact :
1 800 588 4548
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Different Roads to Learning
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Different roads to learning is an on-line catalogue of speciality toys and learning materials for children on the autism spectrum. A sight with a variety of resources, including manipulative toys, activities, and multimedia materials. |
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http://www.difflearn.com
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1 800 853 1057
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Louise Kool & Galt
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A supplier of learning materials to schools and individuals. Also has planning guides available for preschool, kindergarten and school age children or classes. |
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http://www.louisekool.com
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Contact :
1 800 268 4011 (416 293 0312)
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Social Skill Builder
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This resource was founded by speech language pathologists and has a developed interactive CD-ROM computer programs that target understanding and use of every day social skills in children with a variety of disorders and delays. |
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http://www.socialskillbuilder.com
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Super Duper Inc.
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A great site. A supplier of speech and language materials with an extensive catalogue and FREE shipping to US and Canada. |
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http://www.superduperinc.com
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Contact :
1 864 288 3426
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ToyBox Tools
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ToyBox Tools is a collaboration between Hasbro and The Autism Project helping families, teachers and professionals make the most of playtime. There are some simple, easy-to-create and easier-to-use tools to encourage development during playtime, as well as a list of toys to help children of all abilities engage and grow through play. |
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http://toyboxtools.hasbro.com/
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abcteach
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This is the place for kids, parents, student teachers, and teachers. 5000+ free printable pages and worksheets are available for a variety of different activities and subjects. |
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http://www.abcteach.com
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Crayola
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A great source of creative ideas and activities for children; Ideas for parents, educators and kids. |
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http://www.crayola.ca
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DLTK's Crafts for Kids
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DLTK's Crafts for Kids features a variety of fun, printable children's crafts, colouring pages and more including projects for holidays, educational themes and some of our children's favourite cartoon characters. The site is run by a mom of two girls (7 and 10 years old) and has been doing the site since the youngest was born. |
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http://www.dltk-kids.com
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Do2Learn
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Free picture cards, fun stuff, game ideas, directions and products available on-line for printing. This site has a Face Expression Activity - that is FREE. It enables the operator to experiment with a 3D face to create a variety of facial expressions for different emotions. |
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http://www.do2learn.com
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Enchanted Learning
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Enchanted learning's website boasts a variety of printable activities and crafts covering many topics from math and geography - holidays, to do with children. |
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http://www.enchantedlearning.com
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A Legal Guide to Engaging Support Workers for People with Disabilities
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The Guide provides a comprehensive overview of key legal issues, considerations and obligations that may arise when families are hiring support workers. |
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https://communitylivingontario.ca/en/legal-guide/
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Provider Resource Centre
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As a care provider, you can make a meaningful difference to the caregiver experience and the quality of health care. Learn more about the resources that OCO can offer. |
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https://ontariocaregiver.ca/for-providers/
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Acheive Centre for Leadership
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Online Training, Resources, Webinars and manuals for workplace training including: conflict resolution skills, leadership, managing Difficult Phone Calls |
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https://ca.achievecentre.com/
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Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute
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Online Workshops, Training and Webinars covering topics such as: Autism - Strategies for Self-Regulation, Learning, and Challenging Behaviours; Crisis Response Planning; Front Line Skills for Social Services and much more. |
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https://ca.ctrinstitute.com/
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Faculty of Social Work Professional Development program, Wilfrid Laurier University
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The Faculty of Social Work Professional Development program at Wilfrid Laurier University is designed to meet the continuing education needs of those in the helping professions, including social work, social services, healthcare, child and youth, education, law enforcement and pastoral care. All of our courses are facilitated by instructors who bring years of experience and practice to the classroom. Participants will get not only facts and theories, but also the learned experiences of the instructor and other students to create the whole picture. |
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https://www.wlu.ca/academics/faculties/faculty-of-social-work/professional-development/
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Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Supervisors
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The Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training regulation requires health and safety awareness training for every worker and supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). |
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https://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/training/
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Leading Edge Seminars Inc.
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Leading Edge Seminars has provided professional development and continuing education for mental health professionals in Toronto for over 20 years. 30-40 workshops are presented every year. Topics include: anxiety, depression, trauma, CBT, mindfulness, applications of neuroplasticity in counselling, working with children, couples therapy and much more. Click here for current series. |
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https://leadingedgeseminars.org/
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Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists (OACCPP)
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The OACCPP is an incorporated professional association formed in 1978 to represent providers of mental health services in the general areas of consulting, counselling, psychoeducational assessment and psychotherapy. Members work in a variety of settings which include clinics, hospitals, colleges, school boards, counselling and psychotherapy centres, municipal EAP’s, business and industry. About 60% are in private practice. Current membership is approximately 1900. |
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https://oamhp.ca/
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Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute
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Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute offers quality, evidence-based clinical training workshops and invaluable peer support networks for mental health practitioners with diverse professional backgrounds and experiences. We use a holistic, clinician-centred training approach, focusing on practitioners’ professional and personal growth needs. The Institute’s presenters are seasoned practitioners and leaders in their respective fields. For more detailed information on the workshops being offered and registration information, please visit the website. |
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https://www.oshawapsychotherapytraining.com/
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Respite Learning Portal
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SafeGuards created the Respite Learning Portal to provide much needed training and resources to support positive long-term relationships between families requiring respite and respite providers. This is a dedicated portal for people who want to know more about respite services and enhance their skills through online courses and webinars. |
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https://www.safeguards-training.net/respite-learning-portal/
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Solutions on Site
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Solutions On Site delivers targeted training opportunities designed to complement and enhance the skill sets of social workers, therapists, psychologists, mental health care providers, child & youth workers, chaplains, front line providers and other professionals in Health, Social and Human Services |
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https://sosworkshops.ca/
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Sonderly
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An educational and training platform for professionals seeking to learn more about autism and mental health. |
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https://sonderly.io/
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St. John Ambulance Training
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St. John Ambulance has been ensuring the health, safety and quality of life for Canadians for over 135 years. St. John Ambulance offers the most comprehensive, state-of-the-art first aid and CPR training programs. |
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https://www.sja.ca/en
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The George Hull Centre Institute of Childhood Trauma and Attachment
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Dedicated to transforming how child and youth-serving sectors respond to children and youth who have experienced traumatic experiences and attachment disruptions, the Institute aims to elevate practise in child and youth-serving sectors by contributing to research, advocating for appropriate treatment of traumatized children and youth, and disseminating training and knowledge across the province. |
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https://georgehullcentre.ca/institute/
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Umind
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A free, online resource connecting an international community of child and youth mental health professionals so that they may provide better services to children, youth, and families. Launched in 2013, Umind shines a light on promising practices in child and youth mental health through its webinars, site visits, training opportunities and most significantly, a Professional Resource Library of nearly 1,000 practical resources contributed by 120+ organizations across Canada and the United States. |
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https://www.umind.ca/
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Windz Institute
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Windz Institute is operated by ROCK Reach Out Centre for Kids’ Centre of Learning and is located in Oakville, Ontario. The Institute offers advanced training and education based on innovative knowledge and practice-based research. The workshops, certificate programs and conferences reflect collaborative, strength oriented ideas and practices that address current service gaps and social issues.
In order to offer the highest quality and most current training available, the faculty and adjunct faculty team are comprised of locally and internationally renowned teachers and trainers. |
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https://www.windzcentre.com/
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Beaver Transportation Services Ltd
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Specializing in daily, weekly, and monthly pick up for individuals with special needs. |
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http://www.beavertransport.com
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Dignity Transportation
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Dignity Transportation provides services for patrons using wheelchairs & other physical challenges, cognitively impaired, seniors and children requiring special transportation. |
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http://www.dignitytransportation.com
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Contact :
(416) 398-2109
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The BTS Network
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BTS offers transportation services for individuals, groups and organizations, specializing in dedicated taxi sedan, minivan, shuttle van, and wheelchair accessible transportation |
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http://www.thebtsnetwork.com/
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Contact :
416-663-RIDE (7433)
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Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc
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Reliable. Respectful. Affordable… accessible transportation you can count on.
We believe: All people, regardless of the conditions that govern their mobility, deserve an affordable transportation service that is invested in the safety, comfort and well being of its passengers.
At Wheelchair Accessible Transit, we’re proud to make that a reality by providing reliable, respectful and affordable transportation for people with special needs throughout the Greater Toronto Area and destinations across Southern Ontario. |
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http://www.wheelchairtransit.com/
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Contact :
416-884-9898
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