Wondering where to begin? Start with a free consultation to explore and discuss your child’s strengths and needs! We’ll review different types of autism service options and how they may fit with your child’s and family goals. We offer a wide spectrum of autism services, click on a program below to learn more.
Halton Autism Services
School & Care
LEAP Preschool
For children 2.5 yrs to 5 yrs with autism or suspected autism.
Entry to School
For children entering Kindergarten or Grade 1 for the first time.
Centre-Based Services
ABA Therapy for children with or without an autism diagnosis.
Woodview Learning Centre
Alternative school setting for students with autism.
Autism Social Skills Groups
Developing communication and daily living skills.
Family Support
Family Skill Development Services
Caregivers learn skills to support children aged 0-18 years.
Caregiver Mediated Early Years
Project Impact – coaching program for parents of young children with autism.
Resources
Webinars
Free on-demand webinars on a variety of autism topics.
Foundational Family Services
Free for families registered in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
Ontario Autism Program FAQ
Is my child eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?
To register for the Ontario Autism Program, your child must:
- be under age 18
- currently live in Ontario
- have a written diagnosis of autism from a qualified professional
Your child’s written diagnosis must include:
- your child’s full name and date of birth
- the date of your child’s assessment
- a statement indicating that the child meets the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder
- the qualified professional’s name and credentials
(Source: Ontario Autism Program website.)
Where can I learn more about OAP funding?
Currently, families can register for the Ontario Autism Program to participate in core clinical services, which includes the determination of needs process.
According to the OAP website, the amount of funding that your family can use to purchase OAP core clinical services each year depends on:
- the intensity of your child’s needs
- your child’s age
(Source: Ontario Autism Program website.)
How can I learn more about the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?
Families can learn about the Ontario Autism Program here:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-autism-program
or access Service Navigation through Autism Ontario here:
https://www.autismontario.com/programs-services/under-18/service-navigation
Take a Virtual Tour!
Welcome to a virtual tour of our classrooms and play spaces at 69 Flatt Road in Burlington.
Clinic Appointments
Parents are invited to book a free, one hour clinic appointment based on a specific area of need (i.e., teaching a skill, setting a routine, toileting, etc.).
Clinic appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening appointments are available upon request and based on availability.
Brief Targeted Consultations
We offer free brief targeted consultations for families to discuss the services available that would best suit the needs of their child.
Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening appointments are available upon request and based on availability.
Contact us
We’re here to help. We can provide information to assist you with making choices about services for your child.
HaltonAutismServices@Woodview.ca or call 289-208-2336