Searching for Developmental Disabilities

• day program
• after school program
• holiday programs
• high school transition
• job training
• skill building activities for life skills, social, and fine and gross motor skills through educational curriculum and hands-on activities

• Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI)
• speech and language therapy
• camps (winter or summer)
• occupational therapy (motor skills)
• communication devices, support equipment

• parent support groups
• programs for children, youth and their families
• social learning opportunities
• advocacy
• workshops
• research libraries
• educational support

• Community information sessions featuring special speakers and/or training workshops, covering topics such as advocacy, support and the latest news in ASD research
  
• Works with community partners to promote and enhance awareness about autism
  
• Holds various fundraising events throughout the year, and run programs and events for individuals with ASD and their families to get involved, socialize and network

• preschool
• elementary school
• therapy clinic
• respite and recreational program
• summer and winter camps

• work experience
• transit training
• recreation
• literacy
• volunteer activities

Clothing Pick-Up For Cerebral Palsy (CP4CP) works directly for the sole benefit of the Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy (OFCP)

• offering free pick up service right at your door and convenient drop boxes in many neighbourhoods

Items Accepted

• clothes, shoes, coats, bedding and linens
• re-usable items that are in good condition and working order such as toys, games, books (limit applies), small appliances, electronics, housewares, sporting goods
• small furniture items (limited to items one person can carry)

Items NOT accepted

• Baby Car Seats
• Baby Strollers
• Baby Cribs
• Air Conditioners
• Large Appliances (Refrigerators/Stoves, etc...)
• Lawnmowers
• BBQ's
• Anything With A Gas Tank (or Flammable Products)
• Doors
• Windows (or Any Construction Material)

• partnership of service providers in long term care and developmental disabilities
• regional committees across Ontario
• focuses on cross sector planning, applied research, caregiver education, innovation in service delivery and policy development.
• includes provincial associations, planning bodies, educational institutions, researchers and policy-makers

• for ages 12-18
• on-site Section 23 classroom

• for ages 8-18
• on-site Section 23 classroom

• for ages 12-18
• for youths who have been diagnosed with PDD ( Pervasive Developmental Disorder) and ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)
• in-house day program focused on applied academics and life skill development

• for ages 12-18
• on-site Section 23 classroom

• for ages 8 -18
• on-site Section 23 classroom

• for transitional age youth ages 17-21
• focuses on life and vocational skills training

• individualized guidance and support: immediate assistance (no w/l)
• education and self help workshops/groups
• respite options: March Break and Summer Camps for Children, Youth, and Adults in Stouffville, Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan * weeknight and weekend programs are offered on an as needed basis
• parent operated programs: led and driven by parents and participants to create program options with the support and guidance of CLYS Coordinators

• Markham
• Vaughan

• vocational training
• supported employment program
• life skills/education
• recreational, and social programs
• day program
• music and art programs
• person-centred planning
• Virtual Inclusive Learning Academy
• Kosher Food Services: cafe, catering, events

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

• individualized instruction and support
• adults with varying levels of abilities build and enhance their employability and life skills for success and independence at their own pace

• community residences in Barrie, Orillia, Keswick and Bradford and throughout Ontario
• supported independent living - assistance with meal preparation, banking, house keeping and medical appointments and more
• employment supports, community involvement and access to volunteer opportunities and recreational activities

• vocational training
• supported employment program
• life skills/education
• recreational, and social programs
• day program
• music and art programs
• person-centred planning
• Inclusive Virtual Learning Academy

• arts, recreation
• life skills development including money management and emotional/social skills
• respite for teens

• pre-employment training
• employment counselling and placement
• employment supports for clients of the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

• individualized guidance and support: immediate assistance (no w/l)
• education and self help workshops/groups
• respite options: March Break and Summer Camps for Children, Youth, and Adults in Stouffville, Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan * weeknight and weekend programs are offered on an as needed basis
• parent operated programs: led and driven by parents and participants to create program options with the support and guidance of CLYS Coordinators

• supporting students with homework help
• recognizing comfortable learning styles, learning strengths, and study habits which assist children in better learning
• assisting children with numeracy and literacy skills which need further development

• designed for girls ages 7-18 with a primary diagnosis of LDs and/or ADHD
• participants divided into age appropriate groups addressing the unique needs of girls with LDs and ADHD.

• for students in grades 7-8 diagnosed with LD and/or ADHD
• assists in developing life skills to succeed academically and vocationally

• one-on one program that focuses on the socio-emotional effects of LDs and Attention Deficit Disorder
• identifies unique challenges the participant may face and assists youth in developing resiliency.

• day camp for children with a primary diagnosis of Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD
• safe, encouraging and positive environment for learning social skills
• activities include outdoor swimming, nature walks, and arts and crafts

• helps adults and/or youth with LD's and/or ADHD explore interests, strengths, and areas of need in order to pursue employment
• covers how to ask for accommodations in the workplace
• ensures clients have a full understanding of their LD's and develops client's confidence to join the workforce

• virtual support group to help guide caregivers through different stages of accepting and managing their child's Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD
• monthly opportunity to meet and share common experiences, handle emotions, strategize for strengths and challenges in a positive way

• opportunity to network with individuals with LD's and/or ADHD, gain social support, problem solve and share successes.
• learn different strategies to deal with and manage LDs and/or ADHD.