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Halton Autism Services

Woodview continues to offer services through the Ontario Autism Program

On February 6, 2019 the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services (MCCSS) announced changes to the Ontario Autism Program. Please click here to learn more about the new program on the MCCSS website. 

Woodview continues to offer quality autism services to children and their families. Services are provided by trained, qualified and caring professionals in-centre, in the community and in family homes. Woodview has been providing autism services under the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) since 2007. We also have considerable experience with fee-for-service models including a private not-for-profit school for students with autism that has been in operation since 2001. We have had great success at Woodview in both our autism and mental health programs helping children and families to reach their potential and inspiring hope.

We currently offer an array of services which include behavioural services and supports, parent/caregiver training and coaching, workshops, social skills groups. All of our programs are evidence-based and are available for children with suspected or confirmed diagnosis of autism. Our services are supervised by Clinical Supervisors who are approved OAP Providers and are eligible expenses under the MCCSS Childhood Budget and interim one-time funding.

Due to COVID-19, Camp CARE will not be running for summer 2020. We look forward to welcoming children to Camp CARE for summer 2021.

We are located in Burlington just off the 403 at Waterdown Road in a lovely rural setting, very close to Hamilton. Our autism services will be available to any child with autism regardless of where they live.

If you would like to speak to us about our services and how they may be a fit for your child and family, please contact Jessica Gallino, Intake Worker, at 905-689-4727 ext. 115 or by email at haltonautismservices@woodview.ca

We would be pleased to provide you with any information that you need to assist you with making choices about services for your child.

Free Online Workshops

To register for a workshop, please contact Jessica Gallino, Intake Worker at haltonautismservices@woodview.ca or call 905-689-4727 ext. 115.

ADHD & ASD Workshop

Wednesday, March 24, 2021
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

This session will focus on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the overlapping symptoms and presentation of both ADHD & ASD. Together we will discuss strategies and supports that parents and caregivers can use to set the individual and family up for success. We’ll also be looking at different treatment options and the roles these may play in the individual’s functioning and family life.

PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS

Emotional Regulation Workshop

Tuesday, March 9, 2021
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

This workshop will aim to outline the ways in which emotions affect our behaviour. This workshop will provide caregivers with guidelines for increasing communication about emotions and reinforce concrete strategies that can be utilized to enhance the development of self-regulation skills.

Non Violent Crisis Intervention for Caregivers

February 25, 2021
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

This session will provide an introduction to Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and strategies to support individuals and families in crisis. Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about preventative strategies and deescalating crisis situations. While we will not specifically be reviewing physical interventions, we will focus on identifying behaviours and possible verbal de-escalation techniques. The information will be presented through an Autism Spectrum Disorder lens and will incorporate ABA supports and strategies.

Caregiver Self-Care Workshop - (cancelled)

February 11, 2021
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

This session provides individuals with information about the importance of self-care for caregivers. Participants will learn about what it means to engage in self-care, why it is important as caregivers to do so, as well as self-care strategies that one can implement into their daily-life.

Daily Routines Workshop

January 27, 2021
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

This session provides information on daily routines. Participants will learn why routines are important, how to start a routine, and how to increase your child’s participation in that routine. We will be discussing strategies and tools for smooth transitions into new routines.

Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder

January 26, 2021
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

This session will provide an introduction to the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). This presentation addressed the common myths and misconceptions behind ABA. This session will explore basic ABA strategies and tools that are commonly used, including: reinforcement, prompting, and chaining. Participants will leave this workshop with a specific understanding of ASD and ABA.

Visual Strategies Workshop

December 8, 2020
5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

This session will provide parents and caregivers with information on visual strategies . Participants will learn what visual strategies are, how to create them, and how they might help with challenges in routines or unpreferred activities. We will be discussing strategies for how visual strategies help in everyday life.

Basic Behaviour Strategies

November 24, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will help parents understand the functions of behaviour and how they play a role in their family’s every day life. Identifying what happens before and after behaviour is a key part of understanding your child’s interactions with the world around them. We will provide information about the antecedents, behaviours, and consequences (ABC) strategy used in the application of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Lastly, we will help participants understand strategies that may be useful with behaviours observed in the home. This workshop will be 60 minutes in length with time allotted for questions.

Daily Living Skills Workshop

November 10, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will include information about the importance of teaching daily living skills and the long term impact of increasing independence. Information on how to choose appropriate skills to teach and some basic teaching strategies will also be shared. This workshop will be 60 minutes in length with time allotted for questions.

Introduction to Play Workshop

October 20, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

In this workshop we’ll learn the importance of play in learning! Join us for an overview of the various levels of play, the variety of ways to teach play, and how to choose appropriate play activities. It’ll be fun!

Communication Workshop

October 6, 2020
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Communication is the basis for all human connection – it’s how we get our needs and wants met! This webinar will review the basics of verbal behaviour (how we communicate with one another). Participants will discover how to encourage communication by setting up the environment and contriving learning opportunities. We will also touch on different types of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems.

Register before October 5th at 4:30 p.m.!

Daily Routines Workshop

September 30, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This session provides information on daily routines. Participants will learn why are routines are important, how to start a routine, and how to increase your child’s participation in that routine. We will be discussing strategies and tools for smooth transitions into new routines.

Daily Living Skills Workshop

September 22, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will include information about the importance of teaching daily living skills and the long term impact of increasing independence. Information on how to choose appropriate skills to teach and some basic teaching strategies will also be shared. This workshop will be 60 minutes in length with time allotted for questions.

School Readiness

August 18, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will include information about understanding the roles of professionals as part of your child’s team within the school, as well as discussing ways to build positive advocacy and communication between home and school. Information will also be provided on the Ontario Education Act, the Individual Education Plan (IEP), and Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC). This workshop will be 60 minutes in length with time allotted for questions.

Basic Behaviour Strategies

August 11, 2020
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will help parents understand the functions of behavior and how they play a role in their family’s every day life. Identifying what happens before and after behaviour is a key part of understanding your child’s interactions with the world around them. We will provide information about the antecedents, behaviors, and consequences (ABC) strategy used in the application of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Lastly, we will help participants understand strategies that may be useful with behaviors observed in the home. This workshop will be 60 minutes in length with time allotted for questions.

Ontario Autism Program Free Clinic Appointments

To book an appointment, please contact Jessica Gallino, Intake Worker at haltonautismservices@woodview.ca or call 905-689-4727 ext. 115.

Book a Free Consultation

Not sure where to start? This virtual consultation is for families to explore and discuss their child’s strengths and needs with an experienced staff. We will review different types of service options Woodview offers and how they may fit with your child and family goals.

Book a Free Clinic Appointment

Meet virtually with one of our clinicians to discuss any concerns you are having about your child’s behaviour or learn more about how to teach a specific skill. We’ll review tips and strategies to reduce behaviours or build independence and success.