McMaster Children's Hospital Autism Program Service Guide - Fall 2019

Autism Program McMaster Children’s Hospital

Service Guide Fall 2019

You want the best for your kids.

So do we.

Saying their first word, attending a friend’s birthday party, landing a job…

We’re here to help you realize your hopes and dreams for your child. Our goal is to make your family’s life less stressful and more enjoyable so everyone can reach their potential. We’ll partner with you to help you and your child build skills and embrace their unique traits and talents.

As one of the largest children’s hospitals in Canada, we are in a unique position.

• Our Autism Program is connected to dozens of other exceptional child and youth services, and we’re able to offer a level of integration and expertise that not all centres can provide.

• As a teaching hospital, we have the latest research at our fingertips, and our patients participate in globally-recognized studies.

• We are nationally accredited, and our staff are held to the highest standard of training and oversight.

We have consulted with families to learn what matters most to you, and have designed our new program offerings to reflect the input we’ve received. We want you to be able to access the top-tier care McMaster Children’s Hospital is known for providing. We have developed our service pricing to cover our staffing costs, yet remain comparable to our peers.

This program is new to us too, and we’re still learning. We welcome your feedback along the way.

Features of this guide SERVICE FEATURES Keep an eye out for icons listed on Page 4. They will indicate features of different services, including which skill areas they target.

LEVELS

se the chart on Page 5 to determine which level best applies to your child. If you have questions U about levels, please contact us. These levels are a general guide; your child may not fit neatly into a category. If a service is only offered for certain levels, it will be indicated in the description.

PRICING Prices include parking at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre during your visit, as well as any materials and supplies needed for the service. There is no tax on these purchases.

When you purchase four or more different types of service at one time, we’ll discount 13% from the total. Ask our staff about special themed service packages.

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Level Descriptions

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Preschool and Kindergarten

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Grade 5 to 8

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For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Level Descriptions To help parents and caregivers choose the most appropriate services, we have recommended each service according to both age and developmental level. If no age or level is specified, the service is open to all. These levels have been developed by our program for this specific purpose. If you have any questions about what level best matches your child, please do not hesitate to contact us at 905-521-2100, ext. 78972.

BEHAVIOUR & DAILY LIVING

COMMUNICATION

SOCIAL

AREA

LEVEL A

LEVEL B

LEVEL C

• Does not play with toys as they were designed • Enjoys solitary play • May not respond to adult or peer attempts to interact • Enjoys cause and effect toys

• Plays with toys as they were designed and enjoys pretend play • Aware of adults and peers in close proximity • May participate in some interactive or cooperative play with assistance • Does not initiate peer interaction but will follow along in simple interactive games

• Participates in interactive and cooperative play with little to no assistance • Understands the rules of play including turn-taking, sharing, winning and losing • Participates in verbal exchanges with self and peers during play • Plays board games and video games with minimal assistance

• May not have a communication system in place • Primarily non-verbal • Uses visuals or augmentative communication device with prompting • Difficulty following simple instructions

• Can request needs and wants with 1-4 word sentences or by using an augmentative communication system • Minimal back and forth conversation skills

• Advanced communication skills using verbal requests, comments and questions • Can participate in both verbal and non-verbal communication • Can initiate, maintain and end conversations with assistance • May become fixated or have trouble moving away from a preferred topic of discussion

• Needs help to complete daily routines such as washing, toileting or eating • Engages in repetitive behaviours • Difficulty transitioning from one activity to the next

• Can follow daily routines with • Can follow daily routines with little to no assistance minimal assistance • Adapts to transitions and • Does not like to deviate from changes to routine daily routine and has difficulty • Can follow complex individual with unexpected changes and group instructions • May engage in repetitive independently behaviours but is easily redirected • Can follow one/two step directions independently

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Preschool and Kindergarten AGE 1 TO 5 YEARS

Consultation Initial Service Planning Consultation

Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one of our expert program staff, we’ll identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. The clinician will make service recommendations to help you achieve success.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1.5-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

Free for a limited time

Clinic Appointment

Meet with a qualified behavioural clinician to address concerns about your child’s behaviour or discuss a specific skill you’d like to teach your child. You’ll receive tips and strategies for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$100

Resource Consultation

Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports available in the community and/or help you complete funding forms.

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LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$75

Psychological Services (All Psychological Services are eligible for billing to private insurance providers) Assessment: A psychological assessment is used to evaluate various areas of functioning, such as thinking, learning, and behaving to help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses and better understand factors impacting your child’s functioning. The results may be used for planning intervention and qualifying for services and/or funding. Assessments are conducted by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer two types of psychological assessment:

Developmental Assessment

Diagnostic Assessment

This assessment is used to evaluate various developmental domains and determine whether there are delays compared to other children of the same age. May result in a diagnosis such as a global developmental delay.

This two-day comprehensive assessment is used to provide diagnostic clarification and better understand a child’s symptoms and their impact upon functioning.

May result in a diagnosis such as an attention or language disorder.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1500

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$4750

Psychological Consultation

A session with a Ph.D. level psychologist to ask questions and address concerns related to your child’s development, learning, behaviour, and/or socio-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/or make service recommendations, including whether a psychological assessment or treatment is recommended.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 hour session with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) 1:1 ABA Therapy

All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and custom behaviour plan to meet your child’s individual needs. Program plans can focus on building skills or reducing challenging behaviours. Examples of skills include: communication, toileting, play, etc. Examples of reducing challenging behaviours may include: yelling, aggression, self-injury, property destruction, etc. All programming is supervised by a BCBA clinician.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1:1 ABA therapy includes assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) • Behaviour plan • 1:1 parent/caregiver training • 1:1 ABA therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) • Summary report

DATE

Flexible

COST

1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/ week for 12 weeks).

Additional treatment hours are available at a cost of: $62-$66/hour, dependent upon service goal(s) identified.

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Functional Analysis Assessment

This evidence-based method is used to test specific conditions to determine the cause(s) of a behaviour and decide which interventions are most likely to help. Assessments are conducted by a BCBA clinician.

Holiday Respite

The holiday season is busy! Take time to shop, prepare for a gathering, or relax while your child enjoys winterthemed activities with our friendly staff.

One to one support can be provided at an additional cost if needed.

LEVEL

A, B, C

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

4 hours per session

INCLUDES

• Preference assessment • Interview with parent/ caregiver • Structured observation of child/ youth • Interview with child/ youth • Assessment • Feedback session with treatment recommendations

DATE

November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

COST

$80 per session

DATE

Flexible

COST

$950

Respite Care

PD Day Recreation Program

A day full of PD day fun including games, sports, art, music, and more.

Please send a nut-free lunch and snacks with your child. Before- and after-care is available at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

7 hours per session

DATE

September 20 and November 29 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Before-care 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. After-care 4:00 5:30 p.m.

COST

$120 Before care: $30 After care: $30

After-School and Saturday Respite Programs

Our trained Autism Program staff look after your child while you take a break.

Children and youth participate in fun recreational activities at our state of the art facility. One to one support can be provided at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

3 hours per session

DATE

Mondays and Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

COST

$60 per session or discount provided when purchased in blocks of 4 or more

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Group ABA Programs

Parent and Caregiver Training

Supervised by a BCBA clinician.

Social ABCs

Kindergarten Readiness

This program will help your child practice skills in a kindergarten-style classroom, including social skills like responding to greetings and interactive play, communication skills like requesting items and following instructions, and routines like sitting, washing hands and lining up.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions at a 2:1 ratio, Summary report

DATE

Tuesdays 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. starting September 3 or October 29 • Thursdays 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. starting September 5 or October 31 • Saturdays 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. starting September 7 or November 2

COST

$600

LEVEL

A, B

AGE

12 to 30 months

INCLUDES

• 11 in-home visits during weeks 1-8 • 3 phone consultations during weeks 9-11 • 1 final in-home visit during week 12 • Summary report

DATE

Program begins in October, flexible dates and times. Registration for this program closes at the end of September.

COST

Beginning Social Skills

$4500

Pivotal Response Training

This group will help your child build social and communication skills with peers, including initiating and responding to conversation, interactive play, sharing with others, and making multiple word requests.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1.5-hour sessions at 8 a 2:1 ratio, Summary report

DATE

Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. starting September 4 or October 30 • Fridays 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. starting September 6 or November 1 • Saturdays 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. starting September 7 or November 2

COST

This caregiver training program builds social communication interactions by teaching functional language and encouraging shared social smiles.

A combination of in-home live coaching and telephone consultation is supervised by a P.h. D. level psychologist. Designed for toddlers age 12 to 30 months with social communication difficulties. No formal diagnosis required.

Pivotal Response Training is for children in early communication stages.

It targets their motivation to learn and communicate. Learn strategies in a group, then work with an ABA clinician alongside your child to implement them in your home.

LEVEL

A, B

INCLUDES

• 2 two-hour parent group workshops • 2 two-hour in-home individualized sessions • Summary Report

DATE

September 10 and 17 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or November 7 and 14 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Triple P – Stepping Stones This 9-week program for parents of children with ASD or other developmental disabilities teaches positive, proactive strategies to manage behaviours in a constructive way, teach new skills, and survive difficult situations. Recommended for caregivers new to their child’s diagnosis.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 6 2.5-hours parent/ caregiver group workshops • 1 individualized 1:1 inhome session • 2 follow-up phone consultations • Summary report

DATE

Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.

- 12:00 p.m. starting September 24 or Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. starting November 6 Flexible scheduling for individual home sessions

COST

$400

Next Steps The days and months after a diagnosis of ASD can be overwhelming. This workshop provides a step by step checklist for parents, a road map of community services, an overview of funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions about supports.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 10 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 5 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Flexible scheduling for individual in-home sessions COST

$400

$600

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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ASD Overview

Toilet Training

This workshop covers the basics of ASD. Learn more about how your child perceives and interacts with the environment so you can better understand and support them.

Learn to recognize when children are ready to begin toilet training, and identify patterns in current toileting behaviours. We’ll cover various toilet training strategies based on ABA principles.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 17 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 12 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 6 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

LEVEL

A, B, C

This workshop will provide you with ABA based strategies to increase your child’s flexibility. You’ll learn how to break down challenging situations and support your child through proactive planning, teaching them to accept change.

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

LEVEL

A, B, C

September 30 9:30 11:30 a.m. or November 28 9:30 11:30 a.m.

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

October 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

$30

COST

$30

DATE

COST

$30

Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) This workshop helps participants understand how the environment affects human behaviour. It covers the basics of ABA including reinforcement, prompting, and creating an environment that promotes positive learning outcomes.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 24 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 19 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 13 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Understanding Behaviour This two-part workshop will give you skills to begin developing an intervention plan. In part one, you’ll learn to identify and collect data to better understand a behaviour. In part two, we’ll review your data and discuss strategies to reduce challenging behaviour.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2 2-hour group workshops for parents/ caregivers

DATE

Part 1: September 16 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: September 23 5:30 7:30 p.m. or Part 1: November 7 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: November 14 5:30 7:30 p.m.

COST

$60 for 2 part series

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Helping Your Child Manage Change

Improving Sleep

Preparing for the Holidays

Learn about ABA-based strategies to help children fall asleep and maintain a full night’s sleep. Approaches are covered step-by-step, in a practical manner to address a variety of sleeprelated issues.

The holiday season is challenging for most of us. For our family members with a need for consistency and routine, it is even more stressful.

This workshop will provide practical strategies to make the holiday season more joyful.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

COST

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

September 26 9:30 11:30 a.m. or December 3 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

Wednesday, November 13 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

$30

COST

$30

Picky Eating This workshop covers a variety of positive behavioural approaches to introducing new foods or expanding food choices for picky eaters. We’ll share practical, step-by-step strategies to address a range of feeding issues.

LEVEL

A, B

INCLUDES

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

DATE

November 14 9:30 11:30 a.m.

COST

$30

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“We are so pleased with the progress Logan has made at the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre. The staff have treated him with such great care, he literally runs into the classroom!”

Logan’s mom, Julia

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Consultation

Grade 1 to 4 AGE 6 TO 9 YEARS

Initial Service Planning Consultation

Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one of our expert program staff, we’ll identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. The clinician will make service recommendations to help you achieve success.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1.5-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

Free for a limited time

Clinic Appointment

Meet with a qualified behavioural clinician to address concerns about your child’s behaviour or discuss a specific skill you’d like to teach your child. You’ll receive tips and strategies for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$100

Resource Consultation

Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports available in the community and/or help you complete funding forms.

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LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$75

Psychological Services (All Psychological Services are eligible for billing to private insurance providers) Assessment: A psychological assessment is used to evaluate various areas of functioning, such as thinking, learning, and behaving to help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses, provide diagnostic clarification, and better understand factors impacting your child’s functioning. The results may be used for planning intervention and qualifying for services and/or funding. Assessments are conducted by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer three types of psychological assessment:

Cognitive and Adaptive Assessment

Psychoeducational Assessment

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive and adaptive functioning and can be used for confirming eligibility for Community Living Association.

May result in a diagnosis such as an intellectual disability.

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive, academic, and socioemotional functioning to inform educational planning. May result in a diagnosis such as a learning disability.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1500

Psychological Consultation

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 hour session with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report with recommendations for school

DATE

Flexible

COST

$3000

This two-day comprehensive assessment is used to provide diagnostic clarification and better understand a child’s symptoms and their impact upon functioning. May result in a diagnosis such as an anxiety or mood disorder.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$4750

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Sessions

A session with a Ph.D. level psychologist to ask questions and address concerns related to your child’s development, learning, behaviour, and/or socio-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/or make service recommendations, including whether a psychological assessment or treatment is recommended.

LEVEL

LEVEL

Diagnostic Assessment

Individual CBT provided to your child by a Ph. D. level psychologist.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 -hour sessions with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225 10-14 sessions are typically recommended

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) 1:1 ABA Therapy

All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and custom behaviour plan to meet your child’s individual needs. Program plans can focus on building skills or reducing challenging behaviours. Examples of skills include: communication, toileting, play, etc. Examples of reducing challenging behaviours may include: yelling, aggression, self-injury, property destruction, etc. All programming is supervised by a BCBA clinician.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1:1 ABA therapy includes assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) • Behaviour plan • 1:1 parent/caregiver training • 1:1 ABA therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) • Summary report

DATE

Flexible

COST

1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/ week for 12 weeks).

Additional treatment hours are available at a cost of: $62-$66/hour, dependent upon service goal(s) identified.

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Functional Analysis Assessment

This evidence-based method assesses why a behaviour is happening in certain situations. Clinicians will test specific conditions to determine the cause(s) of a behaviour and decide which interventions are most likely to help.

Assessments are conducted by a BCBA clinician LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Assessment • Parent and child/ youth interview • Observation • Interview with child/ youth • Feedback meeting with treatment recommendations

DATE

Flexible

COST

$950

Respite Care After-School and Saturday Respite Programs

Our trained Autism Program staff look after your child while you take a break.

Children and youth participate in fun recreational activities at our state of the art facility. One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

3 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

Mondays and Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

COST

$60 per session or discount provided when purchased in blocks of 4 or more

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Holiday Respite

The holiday season is busy! Take time to shop, prepare for a gathering, or relax while your child enjoys winterthemed activities with our friendly staff.

One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost if needed.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

4 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

COST

$80 per session

PD Day Recreation Program

A day full of PD day fun including games, sports, art, music, and more.

Please send a nut-free lunch and snacks with your child. Before- and after-care is available at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

7 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

September 20 and November 29 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Before-care 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. After-care 4:00 5:30 p.m.

COST

$120 Before care: $30 After care: $30

Group ABA Programs

Arts & Crafts

Supervised by a BCBA clinician.

Does your child enjoy arts and crafts?

This group targets skills including turntaking, sharing with peers, requesting items, asking for help, and following instructions, all while participants get crafty producing artwork to take home.

Let’s Play

This program is designed to cultivate early play skills in a social setting, and support social development. Children learn to wait turns, play together or side-by-side, and play with toys as designed.

LEVEL

A

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 2:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting September 4 or Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting October 29

COST

$600

LEVEL

B

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 3:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Saturdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. starting September 7 or Saturdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. starting November 2

COST

$400

This group helps your child build skills needed to make new friends and maintain friendships. Children will learn how to join and participate in a group, engage in conversation, play together, and develop sportsmanship.

LEVEL

B

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 3:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting September 4 or Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting October 29

COST

$400

Triple P – Stepping Stones This 9-week program for parents of children with ASD or other developmental disabilities teaches positive, proactive strategies to manage behaviours in a constructive way, teach new skills, and survive difficult situations. Recommended for caregivers new to their child’s diagnosis.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 6 2.5 hours parent/ caregiver group workshops • 1 individualized 1:1 inhome session • 2 follow-up phone consultations • Summary report

DATE

Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.

- 12:00 p.m. starting September 24 Or Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. starting November 6

Games Club

Playing interactive games provides a perfect opportunity for children to learn to work together. This group builds social, communication, and sportsmanship skills around setting up games, following rules, and taking turns.

Making Friends

Parent and Caregiver Training

LEVEL

C

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 4:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

COST

Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting September 3 or Fridays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting November 1 $300

Flexible scheduling for individual home sessions COST

$400

Next Steps The days and months after a diagnosis of ASD can be overwhelming. This workshop provides a step-by-step checklist for parents, a road map of community services, an overview of funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions about supports.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 10 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 5 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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ASD Overview

Toilet Training

This workshop covers the basics of ASD. Learn more about how your child perceives and interacts with the environment so you can better understand and support them.

Learn to recognize when children are ready to begin toilet training, and identify patterns in current toileting behaviours. We’ll cover various toilet training strategies based on ABA principles.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 17 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 12 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 6 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

Helping Your Child Manage Change

LEVEL

A, B, C

This workshop will provide you with ABA based strategies to increase your child’s flexibility. You’ll learn how to break down challenging situations and support your child through proactive planning, teaching them to accept change.

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

October 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

DATE

September 30 9:30 11:30 a.m. or November 28 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

COST

$30

$30

Improving Sleep Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) This workshop helps participants understand how the environment affects human behaviour. It covers the basics of ABA including reinforcement, prompting, and creating an environment that promotes positive learning outcomes.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 24 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 19 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 13 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Understanding Behaviour This two-part workshop will give you skills to begin developing an intervention plan. In part one, you’ll learn to identify and collect data to better understand a behaviour. In part two, we’ll review your data and discuss strategies to reduce challenging behaviour.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2 2-hour group workshops for parents/ caregivers

DATE

Part 1: September 16 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: September 23 5:30 7:30 p.m. or Part 1: November 7 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: November 14 5:30 7:30 p.m.

COST

$60 for 2 part series

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Learn about ABA-based strategies to help children fall asleep and maintain a full night’s sleep. Approaches are covered step-by-step, in a practical manner to address a variety of sleeprelated issues.

Preparing for the Holidays

LEVEL

A, B, C

The holiday season is challenging for most of us. For our family members with a need for consistency and routine, it is even more stressful.

This workshop will provide practical strategies to make the holiday season more joyful.

INCLUDES

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

September 26 9:30 11:30 a.m. or December 3 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

COST

$30

Wednesday, November 13 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

Picky Eating This workshop covers a variety of positive behavioural approaches to introducing new foods or expanding food choices for picky eaters. We’ll share practical, step-by-step strategies to address a range of feeding issues.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

November 14 9:30 11:30 a.m.

COST

$30

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

“The team at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre has helped us navigate all aspects of the difficult landscape we faced since our twin boys were diagnosed. When it came time to choose our service provider under the new direct funding model, there was no doubt it would be anyone but them.”

Liz, mom of twins

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Consultation

Grade 5 to 8 AGE 10 TO 13 YEARS

Initial Service Planning Consultation

Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one of our expert program staff, we’ll identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. The clinician will make service recommendations to help you achieve success.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1.5-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

Free for a limited time

Clinic Appointment

Meet with a qualified behavioural clinician to address concerns about your child’s behaviour or discuss a specific skill you’d like to teach your child. You’ll receive tips and strategies for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$100

Resource Consultation

Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports available in the community and/or help you complete funding forms.

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McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$75

Psychological Services (All Psychological Services are eligible for billing to private insurance providers) Assessment: A psychological assessment is used to evaluate various areas of functioning, such as thinking, learning, and behaving to help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses, provide diagnostic clarification, and better understand factors impacting your child’s functioning. The results may be used for planning intervention and qualifying for services and/or funding. Assessments are conducted by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer three types of psychological assessment:

Cognitive and Adaptive Assessment

Psychoeducational Assessment

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive and adaptive functioning and can be used for confirming eligibility for Community Living Association.

May result in a diagnosis such as an intellectual disability.

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive, academic, and socioemotional functioning to inform educational planning. May result in a diagnosis such as a learning disability.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1500

Psychological Consultation

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 hour session with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report with recommendations for school

DATE

Flexible

COST

$3000

This two-day comprehensive assessment is used to provide diagnostic clarification and better understand a child’s symptoms and their impact upon functioning. May result in a diagnosis such as an anxiety or mood disorder.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$4750

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Sessions

A session with a Ph.D. level psychologist to ask questions and address concerns related to your child’s development, learning, behaviour, and/or socio-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/or make service recommendations, including whether a psychological assessment or treatment is recommended.

LEVEL

LEVEL

Diagnostic Assessment

Individual CBT provided to your child by a Ph. D. level psychologist.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 -hour sessions with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225 10-14 sessions are typically recommended

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) 1:1 ABA Therapy

All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and custom behaviour plan to meet your child’s individual needs. Program plans can focus on building skills or reducing challenging behaviours. Examples of skills include: communication, toileting, play, etc. Examples of reducing challenging behaviours may include: yelling, aggression, self-injury, property destruction, etc. All programming is supervised by a BCBA clinician.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1:1 ABA therapy includes assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) • Behaviour plan • 1:1 parent/caregiver training • 1:1 ABA therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) • Summary report

DATE

Flexible

COST

1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/ week for 12 weeks).

Additional treatment hours are available at a cost of: $62-$66/hour, dependent upon service goal(s) identified.

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Functional Analysis Assessment

This evidence-based method assesses why a behaviour is happening in certain situations. Clinicians will test specific conditions to determine the cause(s) of a behaviour and decide which interventions are most likely to help.

Assessments are conducted by a BCBA clinician LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Assessment • Parent and child/ youth interview • Observation • Interview with child/ youth • Feedback meeting with treatment recommendations

DATE

Flexible

COST

$950

Respite Care After-School and Saturday Respite Programs

Our trained Autism Program staff look after your child while you take a break.

Children and youth participate in fun recreational activities at our state of the art facility. One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

3 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

Mondays and Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

COST

$60 per session or discount provided when purchased in blocks of 4 or more

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

Holiday Respite

The holiday season is busy! Take time to shop, prepare for a gathering, or relax while your child enjoys winterthemed activities with our friendly staff.

One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost if needed.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

4 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

COST

$80 per session

PD Day Recreation Program

A day full of PD day fun including games, sports, art, music, and more.

Please send a nut-free lunch and snacks with your child. Before- and after-care is available at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

7 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

September 20 and November 29 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Before-care 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. After-care 4:00 5:30 p.m.

COST

$120 Before care: $30 After care: $30

Group ABA Programs Supervised by a BCBA clinician.

Music, Movement, & Crafts

This program will help your child learn to follow group and individual instructions, and develop social skills through fun activities like yoga, drama, dance, crafts and playing musical instruments.

LEVEL

A

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 2:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting September 3 or Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting October 30

COST

Your child will be taught to make a meal from start to finish, including using a grocery list, setting the table, preparing food, and tidying up.

This group is focused on building independence and self-confidence in the kitchen.

LEVEL

B

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 3:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

COST

This program takes skill building to new heights. Your child will have fun building with Lego and other materials while working together with others, following individual and group instructions, and improving their problem solving and social skills.

LEVEL

B

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 3:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Saturdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. starting September 7 or Saturdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. starting November 2

COST

$400

Triple P – Stepping Stones This 9-week program for parents of children with ASD or other developmental disabilities teaches positive, proactive strategies to manage behaviours in a constructive way, teach new skills, and survive difficult situations. Recommended for caregivers new to their child’s diagnosis.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 6 2.5 hours parent/ caregiver group workshops • 1 individualized 1:1 inhome session • 2 follow-up phone consultations • Summary report

DATE

Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.

- 12:00 p.m. starting September 24 or Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. starting November 6

Children’s Friendship Training (CFT)®

$600

Let’s Cook

DATE

Parent and Caregiver Training

Let’s Build

Thursdays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting September 5 or Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting October 29

This group was developed at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Participants learn social skills to make and keep friends through roleplay and activities. During concurrent sessions, parents learn how to assist their children in making and keeping friends.

LEVEL

C

INCLUDES

• 10 1.5-hour sessions; 5:1 ratio • 10 1.5-hour parent group sessions that run during child sessions

DATE

COST

Mondays 4:00 5:30 p.m. starting September 16 (no sessions on October 14 and November 11)

Flexible scheduling for individual home sessions COST

$400

Next Steps The days and months after a diagnosis of ASD can be overwhelming. This workshop provides a step by step checklist for parents, a road map of community services, an overview of funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions about supports.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 10 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 5 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

$360

$400

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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ASD Overview

Improving Sleep

Puberty

This workshop covers the basics of ASD. Learn more about how your child perceives and interacts with the environment so you can better understand and support them.

Learn about ABA-based strategies to help children fall asleep and maintain a full night’s sleep. Approaches are covered step-by-step, in a practical manner to address a variety of sleeprelated issues.

Change can be difficult for kids with autism, and the changing body is no exception. This workshop gives parents the tools they need to prepare their kids for changes that come with puberty such as menstruation, hygiene, and body changes.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 17 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 12 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 6 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) This workshop helps participants understand how the environment affects human behaviour. It covers the basics of ABA including reinforcement, prompting, and creating an environment that promotes positive learning outcomes.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 24 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 19 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 13 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Understanding Behaviour This two-part workshop will give you skills to begin developing an intervention plan. In part one you’ll learn to identify and collect data to better understand a behaviour. In part two, we’ll review your data and discuss strategies to reduce challenging behaviour.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2 2-hour group workshops for parent/ caregiver

DATE

Part 1: September 16 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: September 23 5:30 7:30 p.m. or Part 1: November 7 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Part 2: November 14 5:30 7:30 p.m.

COST

$60 for 2 part series

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LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

DATE

COST

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

September 26 9:30 11:30 a.m. or December 3 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

-hour group workshop 2 for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 5 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

$30

COST

$30

Picky Eating

Anxiety & ASD

This workshop covers a variety of positive behavioural approaches to introducing new foods or expanding food choices for picky eaters. We’ll share practical, step-by-step strategies to address a range of feeding issues.

This workshop will review the current literature on evidence-based strategies related to anxiety and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

November 21 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

DATE

November 14 9:30 11:30 a.m.

COST

$30

COST

$30

Helping Your Child Manage Change This workshop will provide you with ABA based strategies to increase your child’s flexibility. You’ll learn how to break down challenging situations and support your child through proactive planning, teaching them to accept change.

Preparing for the Holidays The holiday season is challenging for most of us. For our family members with a need for consistency and routine, it is even more stressful.

This workshop will provide practical strategies to make the holiday season more joyful.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

Wednesday, November 13 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

DATE

October 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

“I like coming to the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre because I can hang out with my friends.”

Jaxon, age 11

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Consultation

High School AGE 14 YEARS AND UP

Initial Service Planning Consultation

Not sure where to begin? During your consultation with one of our expert program staff, we’ll identify your child’s needs and strengths, and discuss your goals as a family. The clinician will make service recommendations to help you achieve success.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1.5-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

Free for a limited time

Clinic Appointment

Meet with a qualified behavioural clinician to address concerns about your child’s behaviour or discuss a specific skill you’d like to teach your child. You’ll receive tips and strategies for building skills and reducing challenging behaviours.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$100

Resource Consultation

Our expert program staff will discuss resources and supports available in the community and/or help you complete funding forms.

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McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1-hour appointment

DATE

Flexible

COST

$75

Psychological Services (All Psychological Services are eligible for billing to private insurance providers) Assessment: A psychological assessment is used to evaluate various areas of functioning, such as thinking, learning, and behaving to help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses, provide diagnostic clarification, and better understand factors impacting your child’s functioning. The results may be used for planning intervention and qualifying for services and/or funding. Assessments are conducted by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer three types of psychological assessment:

Cognitive and Adaptive Assessment

Psychoeducational Assessment

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive and adaptive functioning and can be used for confirming eligibility for Developmental Services Ontario.

May result in a diagnosis such as an intellectual disability.

This assessment is used to evaluate cognitive, academic, and socioemotional functioning to inform educational planning. May result in a diagnosis such as a learning disability.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1500

Psychological Consultation

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 hour session with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report with recommendations for school

DATE

Flexible

COST

$3000

This two-day comprehensive assessment is used to provide diagnostic clarification and better understand a child’s symptoms and their impact upon functioning. May result in a diagnosis such as an anxiety or mood disorder.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Clinical interview • Observation • Completion of standardized testing and questionnaires • Feedback session • Written report

DATE

Flexible

COST

$4750

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Sessions

A session with a Ph.D. level psychologist to ask questions and address concerns related to your child’s development, learning, behaviour, and/or socio-emotional functioning. The psychologist will provide strategies and/or make service recommendations, including whether a psychological assessment or treatment is recommended.

LEVEL

LEVEL

Diagnostic Assessment

Individual CBT provided to your child by a Ph. D. level psychologist.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

1 -hour sessions with a psychologist

DATE

Flexible

COST

$225 10-14 sessions are typically recommended

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) 1:1 ABA Therapy

All 1:1 ABA therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment and custom behaviour plan to meet your child’s individual needs. Program plans can focus on building skills or reducing challenging behaviours. Examples of skills include: communication, toileting, play, etc. Examples of reducing challenging behaviours may include: yelling, aggression, self-injury, property destruction, etc. All programming is supervised by a BCBA clinician.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1:1 ABA therapy includes assessment (during weeks 1 & 2) • Behaviour plan • 1:1 parent/caregiver training • 1:1 ABA therapy with child (during weeks 3-12) • Summary report

DATE

Flexible

COST

1:1 Building Skills ($2700 for 2 hours/week for 12 weeks) or 1:1 Reducing Challenging Behaviours ($4500 for 4 hours/ week for 12 weeks).

Additional treatment hours are available at a cost of: $62-$66/hour, dependent upon service goal(s) identified.

Functional Analysis Assessment

This evidence-based method assesses why a behaviour is happening in certain situations. Clinicians will test specific conditions to determine the cause(s) of a behaviour and decide which interventions are most likely to help.

Assessments are conducted by a BCBA clinican.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• Assessment • Parent and child/ youth interview • Observation • Interview with child/ youth • Feedback meeting with treatment recommendations

DATE

Flexible

COST

$950

Respite Care After-School and Saturday Respite Programs

Our trained Autism Program staff look after your child while you take a break.

Children and youth participate in fun recreational activities at our state of the art facility. One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

3 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

Mondays and Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

COST

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$60 per session or discount provided when purchased in blocks of 4 or more

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

Teen Respite

Respite designed specifically with teens in mind. Recreational activities are available including board games, art, music, and video games.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

3 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$60 per session or discount provided when purchased in blocks of 4 or more

Holiday Respite

The holiday season is busy! Take time to shop, prepare for a gathering, or relax while your child enjoys winterthemed activities with our friendly staff.

One-to-one support can be provided at an additional cost if needed.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

4 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

COST

$80 per session

PD Day Recreation Program

A day full of PD day fun including games, sports, art, music, and more.

Please send a nut-free lunch and snacks with your child. Before- and after-care is available at an additional cost.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

7 hours per session; 4:1 ratio

DATE

September 20 and November 29 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Before-care 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. After-care 4:00 5:30 p.m.

COST

$120 Before care: $30 After care: $30

Group ABA Programs Supervised by a BCBA clinician.

I Can Do It!

This program is designed for individuals who require help completing daily tasks. Youth will have fun learning how to complete a variety of daily living skills including personal hygiene (e.g. brushing teeth, combing hair, etc.) and regular chores (e.g. laundry, cooking, sweeping, making bed, etc.).

LEVEL

A

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 2:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

COST

Parent and Caregiver Training

PEERSTM

Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting September 5 or Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting October 30 $600

PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a teen social skills group that targets: conversational skills; how to find common interests; use humour; be a good host; make a phone call; handle rejection, teasing, bullying, rumours, gossip and disagreements; and how to change a bad reputation. Parent participation is required at each session. Teen and parent groups are run simulatenously.

LEVEL

C

INCLUDES

• 14 1.5-hour sessions; 5:1 ratio • 14 1.5-hour parent group sessions that run during child sessions • Summary report

DATE

COST

Mondays 6;00 7:30 p.m. starting September 9 (no sessions on October 14 or November 11) $500

Getting Ready for Adulthood

Games Club

Youth participate in a variety of board games and video games to build specific skills like compromising, winning and losing a game, turn-taking, commenting, following rules and more.

LEVEL

B

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 3:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

DATE

Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. starting October 31

COST

$400

Youth learn skills necessary as they enter adulthood such as money management, cooking, cleaning, independence skills, interview skils, setting goals, etc.

LEVEL

B, C

INCLUDES

• 8 1.5-hour sessions; 4:1 ratio • 1st session includes parent training and child observation • Summary report

Next Steps The days and months after a diagnosis of ASD can be overwhelming. This workshop provides a step by step checklist for parents, a road map of community services, an overview of funding options, and an opportunity to ask specific questions about supports.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 10 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 5 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

ASD Overview This workshop covers the basics of ASD. Learn more about how your child perceives and interacts with the environment so you can better understand and support them.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 17 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 12 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 6 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

DATE

Fridays 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. starting September 6 or Saturdays 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. starting November 2

This workshop helps participants understand how the environment affects human behaviour. It covers the basics of ABA including reinforcement, prompting, and creating an environment that promotes positive learning outcomes.

COST

$400

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 24 5:30 7:30 p.m. • October 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • November 19 9:30 11:30 a.m. • December 13 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

COST

$30

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Improving Sleep

Puberty

Transition to Adulthood

This workshop is relevant to all ages. It reviews ABA-based strategies that can be used to help children fall asleep and maintain a full night’s sleep. Strategies are covered step-by-step, in a practical manner to address a variety of sleeprelated issues.

This workshop is geared to children elementary school age and up. It will focus on preparing children and youth for the changes that come with puberty such as menstruation, hygiene, and body changes.

This workshop will give caregivers information about the process of transitioning to adulthood. Information on the DSO and ODSP will be provided.

Come learn about what programs and services may be available as your child transitions into the adult world.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 26 9:30 11:30 a.m. or December 3 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

Picky Eating This workshop covers a variety of positive behavioural approaches to introducing new foods or expanding food choices of children who are picky eaters. Strategies are covered step-bystep, in a practical manner to address a range of feeding issues.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

November 14 9:30 11:30 a.m.

COST

$30

Helping Your Child Manage Change Does your child protest when you change their routine? Do you need to turn left but your child wants you to turn right? Children with ASD are more likely to experience challenges with accepting change in everyday routines.

This workshop will provide you with ABA based strategies that will help increase your child’s flexibility. You’ll learn how to break down challenging situations and to support your child through proactive planning - teaching them to accept change.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

October 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

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LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

COST

Thursday, September 19 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

September 18 6:00 8:00 p.m. or November 26 5:30 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

$30

Anxiety & ASD This workshop will review the current literature on evidence-based strategies related to anxiety and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Preparing for the Holidays The holiday season is often challenging for most of us. For our family members with a need for consistency and routine, it is even more stressful. This workshop will provide some practical strategies for helping the holiday season be more joyful.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

November 21 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

LEVEL

A, B, C

$30

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

Wednesday, November 13 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

$30

COST

Sexuality & Relationships This workshop will focus on preparing youth and caregivers for the changes that come with puberty and increased interest in sexuality and relationships.

We will be discussing such topics as sexual relationships, sexual orientation, masturbation, dating, boundaries, and consent.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

2-hour group workshop for parents/caregivers

DATE

Tuesday, October 17 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

COST

$30

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

“The cooking program was great. It taught me how to cook on the oven and use the timer, and clean the dishes. I really enjoyed making the mac and cheese!�

Jake, age 12

For more information or to register for a service, please contact (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email at autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

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Free Events

Events and Packages

Autism Program Service Fair Come meet our staff, tour our space, and learn more about our Fall programs and services! Activities will be available for children and youth.

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Wednesday, August 21 from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

Free

Family Nights A fun evening for the entire family!

Includes: • Parent support group – meet with other parents, share information and experiences, ask and answer questions, and make connections (facilitated by Autism Ontario) • Child group – children with ASD participate in child-led free-play activities (staffed by MCH Autism Program clinicians) • Sibling group – siblings can meet other children who have a brother or sister with autism (facilitated by Project Powerhouse) Pre-registration is required. Please call 905-521-2100 ext. 78972 LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Wednesdays on September 26, October 30, and November 27 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

COST

Free

Truth or Myth Workshop For parents and caregivers of children diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will learn the facts about ASD, receive practical strategies and have their questions answered by Dr. Olaf Kraus de Camargo, Developmental Pediatrician. Please leave your questions when registering.

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McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Wednesday, October 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

COST

Free

Trunk or Treat!

New this fall, the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre is excited to host a free Trunk or Treat event for families! The RJCHC parking lot will be open to families who wish to hand candy out to trick-or-treaters from the trunks of their vehicles. Children are welcome to trick or treat from car to car and participate in Halloween themed activities.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 905-521-2100 ext. 78972.

Toilet Training Service Package

Transition to Adulthood Service Package

Are you in the process of toilet training your child? Our Autism Program clinicians will work alongside you to create a customized behaviour plan for your child to achieve this goal.

Is your child preparing to enter adulthood? This customized service package assists in preparing your teen and family to get ready for this transition.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1 Parent/Caregiver workshop (Toilet Training) • Assessment/ Observation • Behaviour Plan • 8 hours 1:1 ABA therapy • 1:1 Parent/caregiver training • 2 follow up clinic appointments

Bring the entire family, avoid the lines and pre-book special time with Santa. Children will also be able to participate in holiday themed activities.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 905-521-2100 ext. 78972

COST

$985 (after 13% discount)

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Friday, November 29th from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Our Autism Program clinicians will work alongside you to create and implement a customized behaviour plan for your child that addresses sleep challenges.

COST

Free

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 1 Parent/caregiver workshop (Improving Sleep) • Assessment/ observation • Behaviour plan • 8 hours 1:1 ABA therapy • 1:1 Parent/caregiver training • 2 follow up clinic appointments

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Friday, October 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

COST

Free

Visit with Santa

Specialized Service Packages

Improving Sleep Service Package

Next Steps Service Package Has your child recently received a diagnosis of ASD? This customized service package is designed to support families of a child with a new diagnosis.

LEVEL

A, B, C

INCLUDES

• 3 Parent/caregiver Workshops (Next Steps, ASD Overview & Introduction to ABA) • 2 clinic appointments (to be scheduled as needed) • 2 resource consultation appointments (to be scheduled as needed and may be used for assistance with funding applications) • 1 parent training program (either Triple P or Pivotal Response Training (PRT) • 1 child group

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1165 (after 13% discount)

COST

$985 (after 13% discount)

LEVEL

A, B, C

AGE

High school

INCLUDES

• Workshop for parents and teens (Transition to Adulthood) • Getting Ready for Adulthood Program for Teens (8 1.5-hour sessions) • 2 Clinic Appointments (to be scheduled as needed) • Assessment/ Observation • Behaviour Plan • 12 hours of 1:1 ABA Therapy (Skill Building) over 6 weeks (flexible dates and times)

DATE

Flexible

COST

$1400 (after 13% discount)

Specialized Clinics Specialized Clinics Specialized clinics are coming soon to the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre! Bring your child for a hearing test, dental screening, vision test, or hair-cutting appointment. Our Autism Program clinicians will be on hand provide support during the appointment.

LEVEL

A, B, C

DATE

Coming Soon!

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Do you have questions about the new Ontario Autism Program?

Do you need assistance applying for a Childhood Budget?

Meet your local Service Navigator, Elizabeth (Liz) Mitchell!

Hamilton Service Navigator, Liz Mitchell, can help you navigate changes in the system. Schedule a meeting with Liz to ask questions you have about the OAP, Childhood Budgets and how to apply for them, and about the autism supports and services in your community.

Contact Liz Mitchell today at 1-800-472-7789 ext 314 or at liz.m@autismontario.com to schedule a face-to-face meeting at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre.

For more information visit us online at

McMasterChildrensHospital.ca/Autism call (905) 521-2100 ext. 78972 or email autismprogram@hhsc.ca.

Autism Program McMaster Children’s Hospital