Children’s Treatment Network (CTN) is the lead for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnostic Hub in Central region. Additional funding provided by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) will help more children/youth receive the diagnostic assessments they need. Central Region includes:
• Simcoe • York • Dufferin • Halton • Peel • Waterloo • Wellington If your child’s name is already on a waitlist for an ASD diagnostic assessment with one of these agencies, there is no further action required. If your child’s name is NOT on a waitlist for an ASD diagnostic assessment, please contact the agency listed for your local region to get information about these services. These services do require a physician referral. Simcoe County and York Region Children’s Treatment Network Intake (Toll Free): 1-866-377-0286 Dufferin, Halton, and Peel ErinoakKids Intake: 905-855-2690, then press 1 Toll Free: 1-877-374-6625 then press 1 Waterloo, Kitchener, Cambridge, Guelph and surrounding townships KidsAbility Waterloo Region Intake: 519-886-8886 x 1214 Toll Free : 1-888-372-2259 x 1214 For more information on the provincial diagnostic hubs please visit the MCCSS website. For more information on the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) please click here.
Kerry's Place - (FFS) Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder - Online
This live webinar is for family members and caregivers who want to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Common characteristics of ASD, possible strengths, needs, learning styles and profiles of persons with ASD will be introduced as well as effective strategies to support your child or loved one.
Kerry's Place - Caregiver Nonviolent Crisis Intervention - Online
Participants will be provided with an overview of the verbal and non-verbal communication concepts and strategies taught in the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® (NVCI-CPI) training program that can help in the support and care of family members, or people they support, with Autism Spectrum Disorder, both at home and in the community.
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