Diagnostic Autism Clinical Services (DACS)

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Diagnostic Autism Clinical Services (DACS) (formerly Developmental Assessment Consultation Services) is a service that sees kids and youth for assessment regarding autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Consultation in this clinic is provided by pediatricians and health professionals as needed. More information about DACS can be found in this video.

What We Do

CTN is the lead for the ASD Diagnostic Hub in Central Region. CTN, ErinoakKids and KidsAbility provide diagnostic services for kids and youth.

For more information on the provincial diagnostic hubs please click here.
For more information on the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) please click here.

Eligibility

Kids and youth with concerns regarding ASD are eligible for this clinic.

Referrals

Referral dependent on region and age

Region	Age	Referral Process
Simcoe County	Preschool and school age	Physician referral. For physician referral form, click here.
York Region	Preschool	Physician referral required For physician referral form, click here.
York Region	School age	Initiated by school board psychologist (call CTN at 1-866-377-0286, if child attends private school) Physician referral required For physician referral form, click here.

CTN offers monthly webinars for families living in Simcoe County and York Region who have a child or youth who has been recently diagnosed on the autism spectrum. ‘One Step at a Time’ helps new parents navigate resources, identify their emotions, provide tips on sharing the diagnosis and provides a sense of connection to the system and to other parents.

Click below to see upcoming workshop dates:

EVENTS

CTN - Out and About for Teens: AAC - Simcoe & York

October 05, 2023

Join us for a social event series for youth ages 12 and up who use AAC in York Region and Simcoe County. This event will provide opportunities to connect with other AAC users and participate in fun activities!

The Centre For Dreams - Youth Achieving Dreams (Thursdays) - Markham

October 05, 2023

The Centre For Dreams is excited to annoce the implemenation of a brand new skills-based program specifically for your living with development disabilities.

SURVEY

As a parent/caregiver, I would like to learn more about:

Behaviour Regulation Strategies
Mental Health and Self-Care for Caregivers/Parents
Information Related to School or Special Education
Funding and Financial Planning Resources and Information for Kids and Youth with Disabilities
Transition Planning (school and adulthood)