Alphabetical Listing

We work to support children and their families to achieve the highest possible quality of life.  We offer a variety of services, programs, education opportunities, participation activities and resources for children, youth  and their families. 

Services

Early Years

These services focus on children and their families from birth to school entry. Services are community-based

Equipment/Mobility

TVCC Clinicians support clients to have the best options for them in equipment, seating and splinting

Family/Community

TVCC is not only here to support children and youth, we also have services for the caregivers in their lives.

Occupational Therapy

TVCC Occupational Therapists (OT) provide services to infants, children, youth and their families.

Physiotherapy

TVCC PTs can help with strength, flexibility, coordination, and walking (with and/or without equipment)

Recreation/Fitness

Having fun and being active are important for all children and youth. Our team of Recreation Therapists is here to help kids be kids...

School Related Services

TVCC offers services to support clients, families, and schools with the needs that come up in the school years.

Specialty Clinics

TVCC offers many paediatric medical and dental clinics. Most clinics are organized by diagnosis.

Speech/Language Therapy

Speech-language pathologist (SLP) support communication, speech and language needs

Vision/Hearing

TVCC provides oversight and administration of the Blind Low Vision Early Intervention and Infant Hearing Programs.

Youth

Growing up is an important part of childhood. Our Horizons team supports that growth...

Autism & Behavioural Services

We are passionate about helping children and youth with autism be at their best!

Research at TVCC

Research and evaluation activities are important to providing quality services to clients and their families.

Programs

Acquired Brain Injury (PABICOP)

Outreach program for children and adolescents with diagnosed, acquired brain injuries (ABI)
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Adapted Fitness

The Adapted Fitness Centre welcomes children and youth between 8 and 18 years of age who are able to participate safely.
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Adaptive Technology (ATS)

Adaptive Technology Service’s goal is to help make the equipment you need right for you!  
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Amputee

For clients who need a consult with an Orthopaedic Surgeon and/or Physiotherapist.
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Blind Low Vision EIP

Providing child and family centred education, services and support for parents of children who were born blind or with low vision.
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Brachial Plexus Treatment

Acute Therapy following obstetrical nerve injury to the upper extremity.
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Cerebral Palsy

For infants, children, and youth with a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy who have complex needs requiring multidisciplinary care and support.
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Cleft Lip and Palate (CLP)

Assess and treat children and youth in Southwestern Ontario who have conditions affecting their teeth and facial structure.
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Community Workshops and Presentations

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Continence

Provides information and strategies to help children and youth (ages 5+) achieve better bladder and bowel control
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Dental Funding

Assessment of eligibility for funding for dental services.
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Developmental Paediatric Assessment Clinic

Specialty Clinic Services are available for clients and families in Southwestern Ontario
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For Birth to School Entry - OT

TVCC OTs focus on helping clients to be successful with everyday activities using their strengths and abilities.
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For Birth to School Entry - PT

TVCC PT’s can help with strength, flexibility, coordination, walking, posture while sitting or standing, as well as breathing.
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Horizons - Towards the Future

Open to all TVCC clients from the age of 12 yrs until you leave high school!
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Infant Hearing Program SW region

Focus is on identifying all infants with permanent hearing loss
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Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement and Regulation (JASPER)

targets core early developmental skills for young children (12-48 months) with autism to improve age-appropriate play skills, engagement with others and communication development
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Kids on the Block

Kids on the Block is a troupe of life-sized puppets who educate the community about disabilities, abilities, acceptance, diversity and inclusion.
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Neuromuscular Clinic

For infants, children, and youth with a diagnosis of a neuromuscular condition
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Orthopaedic

The Orthopaedic Clinic helps children with problems with their bones.
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Parent Mentor Service

Our Parent Mentors are parents of TVCC clients who share their experiences
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Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)

is an evidence-based intervention program for children (12-48 months) at the start of intervention. The focus is on communication and social engagement.
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Preschool Speech and Language

We help children and youth with communication including augmentative and alternative, speech etc.
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Presentations for Parents/Caregivers and Professionals

Foundational Family Services at TVCC offers weekly educational workshops for parents and caregivers.
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Rett Syndrome

Clients and their families may see some or all of the Clinic team in one visit
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School Therapy Services

Therapy services may be available at school to enable a student to attend and participate in school
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Seating and Mobility

Our seating services aim to provide clients and families with the best options to support independence
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Social ABCs

A caregiver-mediated intervention for toddlers with social communication goals who are diagnosed with ASD
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Social Work Service

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Spina Bifida

Specialty Clinic Services are available for clients and families in Southwestern Ontario
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Splinting and Casting

Splinting and casting can provide a long gentle stretch to the muscle or joint.
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Talk With Me

Consultation sessions for parents and caregivers of children/youth with ASD who are registered (or are in the process of registering) with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
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The Wellness Project

The Wellness Project offers: Resources, tips, and guides for youth and families
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Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Recreation helps children, youth and families experience and enjoy their leisure, sport
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Torticollis

Acute therapy for infants presenting with decreased neck range of motion.
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TVCC Storytellers

TVCC Storytellers are a group of young people with disabilities who aim to increase public awareness.
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Velopharyngeal Dysfunction

A Speech Language Pathologist will assess speech and resonance with further consultation from E.N.T and Prosthodontics as appropriate.
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Caregiver Education

Augmentative Communication Orientation

(Online learning module) Learn what augmentative communication is all about, what to expect and what's involved with this service.
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Autism Diagnosis - Now What?

(Virtual, Jan 15) Did your child or youth recently received a diagnosis of autism? Although autism doesn’t define your child, you probably want to know how you can support your child/youth to be successful.
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Camp & Recreation Funding Workshop

(Virtual, Jan 29) Do you know what financial resources are available for camp and recreation activities for your child or youth with a disability?
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Comprendre les comportements difficiles partie 1

(Virtuel, 15 janvier) Pour les parents, les aidants, les intervenants communautaires et les thérapeutes qui accompagnent les enfants et les jeunes autistes de tous âges. Les enfants et les jeunes autistes ont parfois des comportements difficiles et, en tant que parent, il peut être difficile de savoir comment réagir.
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Comprendre les comportements difficiles partie 2

(Virtuel, 12 février) Stratégies pratiques pour COMMENT réduire les comportements difficiles et COMMENT encourager les modèles de comportement positifs.
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Comprendre les comportements difficiles partie 2

(Virtuel, 12 février) Stratégies pratiques pour COMMENT réduire les comportements difficiles et COMMENT encourager les modèles de comportement positifs.
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Core Words

(Online learning module) Learn what core vocabulary is, how it's different from fringe vocabulary, key characteristics of core vocabulary, why using core vocabulary is so important and how to teach core vocabulary.
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Disclosing a Diagnosis

(Virtual, Jan 29) Sharing an autism diagnosis with your child or youth is deeply personal—and having the right tools and support can make all the difference.
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Emotional Regulation in Autism

(Virtual, Jan 21) for parents of children/youth with autism. We will focus on what emotional regulation means as well as learning some proven techniques to cope in a variety of settings.
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Expanding Communication with Symbols

(Online learning module) Learn what expanding communication is all about, how to do it and why it is important in supporting your child's communication development.
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Feeding 101 Parent Workshops

(Virtual, Jan - Mar dates) Parents/caregivers of preschool age children, with special needs can learn about making mealtimes positive, reducing power struggles, defining parent and child feeding roles, the role of sensory processing in eating challenges.
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Fresh Take: Searching for the Outcomes You Want at School

(In-person, Feb 3) This workshop is designed for parents/caregivers of children and youth with disabilities who are looking to have a better relationship with the school, and feel more confident when asking for what your child needs.
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It Takes a Village

(Virtual, Monthly, Jan - May 5, 2026) Connect with other families and gather resources. Get organized, gain knowledge, talk about advocacy and plan for today, tomorrow and the future.
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Modeling Communication with Symbols

(Online learning module) Learn what modeling is and why it is important in helping to develop your child's language and communication skills.
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Navigating New Roads Parent/Caregiver Group

(In-person & virtual, quarterly, Jan-Oct 2026) Each session is hosted by a parent mentor, a social worker, and other TVCC team members that bring together lived experience and professional insights to help guide families through the early stages of their journey. 
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Paperwork & Funding - General Information

(Virtual, Select dates, Jan - Nov 2026) Do you know what financial resources are available for your child or youth with a disability? Do you have funding paperwork that you need to complete for your child or youth with a disability?
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Paperwork & Funding General Information - Transitioning to Adulthood

(Virtual, Dec 17) Do you know what financial resources are available for your youth with a disability transitioning to adulthood?
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Parents Partnering with Educators - Kindergarten

(In-person, Jan 24) Parents will attend sessions presented by TVCC's Parent Mentors, All Kids Belong, and Special Education staff from the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) and the London District Catholic School Board (LDCSB)
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Parents Talking Across the Spectrum

(Virtual, Tues or Wed, Jan - Apr & Jan - May) During this guided discussion, we focus on autism and behavioural strategies and provide helpful resources to parents of children with autism.
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Shaking Up Screen Time: Reduce, Redirect and Rebalance

(Virtual, Jan 23) NEW! Join us for an interactive workshop designed to help parents understand the impact of technology on children and youth and learn practical strategies to help manage screen time and create balance.
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Shared Reading

(Online learning module) will teach you about shared reading and how to get the most out of reading with your child who uses AAC.
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Sleep.....How to Help Your Child Get More

(Virtual, Jan 27) We will cover the most common sleep problems, help you create a personalized and do-able bedtime routine, talk about a Sleep Log and teach you practical approaches to help your child sleep better, regardless of the sleep problem they are having!
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Understanding Challenging Behaviour (Part 1)

(Virtual, Jan 14) For parents/caregivers, community and therapists supporting children/youth, of all ages, with autism. Sometimes children and youth with autism have challenging behaviours and, as a parent, it can be hard to know what to do about it.
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Participation

2026 Summer Camp Virtual Open House (All ages)

(Virtual, Jan 22) NOW is the time for parents/caregivers/service providers of children/youth with special needs/disabilities, up to 18 yrs, to start thinking about summer camps. Don’t miss this opportunity to have all your questions answered before camp registration opens!
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Aqua Explorers (5 - 6 yrs)

(In-person, Tues; Mar 10, 17, 24) Recreation Therapists will support you and your child as we introduce and practice foundational swim skills, comfort in the water, and pool safety habits.
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Baby Bubbles (10 - 24 m)

(In-person, Mons, Feb 2, 9, 23, 2026) We will focus on introducing early swim skills through engaging, play-based activities that promote comfort in the water, fostering a love for the water, and learning about other TVCC and community-based swim opportunities.
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Fun with Photography! All Skill Level Photography Workshop (12-21 yrs)

(In-person, Jan 6 & Feb 10) Every person has a different story to tell, and we want to see and hear your story! Through the use of disposable film cameras, we can share our experience and life! All artistic skill levels, experience levels and unique experiences welcome!
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Mini Minnow (24 - 36 m)

(In-person, Mons, Mar 2, 9, 23) For TVCC clients, 24 - 36 months, accompanied by a parent/caregiver residing within Elgin-Middlesex-Oxford, Grey-Bruce, and Huron-Perth counties.
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Mini Music: Parent and Child Music Therapy Group (18 m-3 yrs)

(In-person, Jan 13-Feb 3) Join TVCC's Therapeutic Recreation team and Connections Music Therapy for a brand new parent and child series for toddlers and preschoolers!
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Nintendo Switch Party (12 yrs+)

(In-person, Jan - April dates) Join Horizons and The Wellness Project for Nintendo Switches parties! We connect TVCC's Nintendo Switch consoles to two big screens for everyone to play together. We have a few games to choose from, or youth are also welcome to bring any multiplayer games they'd like to play with the group.
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PA Day Youth Donut Drop-in at DoughEV (12 yrs +)

(In-person, Jan 30) Join TVCC youth on a Friday PA day for drop-in fun at DoughEV! There will be games, crafts, activities and social time! This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet other TVCC families, check out a great place in town, and practice social/café skills.
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Sensory Art Workshop (6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs)

(In-person, Mar 17 (Jr) & Mar 19 (Sr) This exciting March Break workshop is an invitation to explore creativity through the senses. This experience focuses on process art—art that celebrates exploration rather than the final product.
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Stretch and Swim (8 yrs +)

(In-person, Jan, Feb, Mar 2026) This program is for TVCC clients between the ages of 8 - 18 yrs (21 if they are still in highschool) with physical disabilties. Clients must be able to safely and independently particpate in the water. During this program we will work on low impact cardio, strength/resistance training and flexiblity in the water.
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Swim Spouts (3 - 4 yrs)

(In-person, Thurs - Jan 15, 22, Feb 5) Recreation Therapists will support you and your child as we introduce and practice foundational swim skills, comfort in the water, and pool safety habits.
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The Hive Virtual Friendship Group (14 yrs+)

(Virtual, Jan 8 - Mar 12) Participants will join a group with clients from both Holland Bloorview Children's Treatment Centre and TVCC for games, music, laughter, and conversation. Possible activities include Kahoot, Jeopardy, music games, and more.
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TVCC Family Skating Socials

(In-person, Sun Jan 25) This is a great opportunity to get active, maybe learn a new skill, and connect with friends and family.
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Tween Social Club (8-12 yrs)

(In-person, Jan 22) Through activities, games, and group discussions, participants will work on building effective communication, social skills, and confidence in a fun, inclusive environment.
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Zines: Cut, Paste, Create! (12 yrs+)

(In-person, Jan 14) This program will support participants in communicating with other youth in a fun and creative manner. We will share simple tips and techniques to personalize zines as well as praticing doodling, colouring and decorating skills.
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Resource

tykeTALK: 18 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 18 months
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tykeTALK: 9 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 9 months
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4 Steps to Building Cooperation

Discover some easy steps to building cooperation with your child or youth. These strategies can be used anytime and throughout your child’s life.

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Achieving Independence in Virtual Sessions

How to help and encourage your child to be more independent and less reliant on a caregiver during virtual treatment sessions.
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Aided Language Stimulation

Learn what Aided Language Simulation is and how it can be used to support children with communication difficulties.
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Améliorer la collaboration

Cinq raisons pour lesquelles un enfant ou un jeune peut refuser de faire ce qu’on lui demande:

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An Introduction to ASD and ABA

Discover the common characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learn about Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the most common and effective therapy to support children and youth with autism.
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Arch Development

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Autism & Behavioural Services Resources

Families registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) can consult with an Autism & Behavioural Services (ABS) Family & Community Consultant to better understand how to apply the ABA strategies described in the videos and resources below at home.
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Beyond Choice Making

How to use symbols to support children in expressing these functions and offers practical examples for each type of communication.
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Bow Leg/Knock Knees

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Brain Injury Links

A collection of links to various resources related to brain injury.
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Cerebral Palsy Guidance

Cerebral Palsy Guidance is a US BASED website created to provide answers and assistance to parents of children with cerebral palsy.
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Choosing a Bike and Common Bike Adaptations

When choosing a bike for a beginning or new rider, there are many things to consider to maximize success. Listed below are some things to consider when choosing a bike as well as some simple modifications that may be made to the bike to support riders who may find aspects of bike riding tricky.

Hand-brakes – typically only active on the rear tire to offer a safer stop for the bike when braking

Handle bars – that are adjusted towards the rider to support sitting in an upright and tall position

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Choosing a Two-Wheeled Bike for Beginning Riders

The information in this handout is summarized material from the iCan Bike program.  iCan Bike is a program that teaches children and youth with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bike.  
For more information about iCan Bike, or additional resources check their website: https://icanshine.org/parents/ican-bike-parents/

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Choosing Services: What To Look For

At TVCC, we want to help families make informed decisions when selecting services that are right for them. We have outlined some key things to consider and ask when choosing services.
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College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Learn about the rules and standards that govern the practice of Physiotherapists in Ontario.
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Communicating with an AC User

Strategies to use when communicating with a person who uses augmentative communication.
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Communication Dictionary

This handout helps you understand and respond to a person's behaviour by providing simple explanations for certain actions. It also includes a blank sheet to customize a list of your child's common behaviours, their meanings, and how to respond to them.
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Communication Partner Strategies

This resource provides strategies for communication partners to support children with communication difficulties, whether they are using verbal language or Speech Generating Devices (SGD's).
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Community Recreation Links

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Conversation Books

Conversation Books are personalized books created for children with communication challenges, using a collection of objects, pictures, and resources to support their primary mode of communication. What should you include in a Conversation Book?
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Core Vocabulary

Did you know that a person can effectively express over 80% of their communication needs with a few hundred core words? This resource lists examples of general core vocabulary and personal core vocabulary.
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Crawling and Bum Scooting

Learn about different types of crawlers and understand the importance of reciprocal crawling and how to support your child's development.
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Developmental Resource for Infants (DRI)

Refer a child with developmental challenges 2 years or younger, by contacting Developmental Resource
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Développer l’autonomie lors des séances virtuelles

Comment aider et encourager votre enfant à être plus indépendant et moins dépendant d'un soignant lors des séances de traitement virtuelles.
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Dinner with My Family

This social narrative describes sitting at the table for dinner with family. It is written in positive language, includes pictures and outlines the expectations for sitting at the table during dinner. You can use this social narrative to support establishing meal time routines with your child or youth with autism.
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Eddie the Elephant

Check out this story about Eddie the Elephant, who happens to use augmentative communication to communicate with his friends.
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eLearning Opportunities

Free online information/workshops.
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Establishing an at Home Routine

Discover some great ways to establish an at-home routine or schedule. These strategies can be used anytime and throughout your child’s life.
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Exersaucers and Jolly Jumpers

Guidelines on the limitations and recommendations for using Exersaucers and Jolly Jumpers for infants.
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External Resources Re: Childhood Development

External information and resources about childhood development.
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Eye Gaze - Using your eyes to communicate

Instructions for using eye gaze as a method of communication.
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FFS Presentations for Parents, Caregivers and Professionals

A list of the Foundational Family Services workshop topics that are presented throughout the year. 
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Fitzgerald Key Colour Coding

This resource is about using colour coding to organize word categories, making locating specific symbols or words easier and aiding in grammar development.
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Functional Use of Symbols

This resource discusses using symbols to support communication and offers considerations for implementing and supporting their functional use.
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Funding 101

This resource provides the most common funding sources for families of children/youth with disabilities. It’s a great place to get started!
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Funding Equipment Worksheet

This printable resource will help you with questions to ask and things to think about as you explore funding for equipment. 
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Funding for Families

We hope this will help you think about options and make the best choices possible for your family with the help of your therapy team. Buying and getting equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, iPads, ramps, special bikes, etc.) for your child/youth involves many steps and a lot of choices.
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Funding for Mobility Equipment

The following resources and links will help you learn a bit more about funding options for seating and mobility equipment.
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Funding Guide

An overview of funding resources and options for children with special needs.

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Getting a Haircut

Social Narrative for Children and Youth with Autism
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Getting Ready for Community Participation: A Checklist

Use this checklist as a guide of things you should think about in preparing for community participa
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Going to the Dentist

Social Narrative for Children and Youth with Autism
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Gross Motor Milestone Checklist

Discover what developmental milestones your child should be reaching at each stage and use this checklist as a helpful guide.
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Horizons - Towards The Future

Resources, toolkits and links for youth
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How to use a device so your child will too…

Strategies for communication partners (parents, caregivers, educators) to support children using Speech Generating Devices.
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I Can Blog

"I Can" was a monthly blog to help kids who use augmentative communication increase their participation.
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In/out Toeing

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Increasing Cooperation

Discover the top 5 reasons why your child or youth may not be cooperating and learn practical strategies to address these challenges effectively.
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John Deere Mighty Trike

The John Deere Mighty Trike is a popular choice for many families. It is sturdy, well made and easy to purchase locally.
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Les raisons qui expliquent un comportement

La fonction d’un comportement explique pourquoi il se produit. En sachant ce qui motive ce comportement, il est plus facile: De penser à des stratégies pour diminuer le comportement difficile; D’enseigner à l’enfant ou au jeune une façon plus appropriée de satisfaire ses besoins
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Libraries for All

Communication boards for people who use Augmentative Communication are available at all London Library locations.
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Mes choses préférées

Profitez de cette activité avec vos enfants en téléchargeant et en imprimant l'activité.
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My Favourite Things

Enjoy this activity with your kids by downloading and printing the activity.
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Navigating Microsoft Teams Meetings

The following information has been taken from Microsoft Support page and compiled into a helpful troubleshooting document. 

Go to: Microsoft Support for more detailed information.

Joining a Teams Meeting
Below are the most common ways to join a TVCC event using Microsoft Teams meetings.

1. Join by Link

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Partner Assisted Scanning

Specific directions for how to approach partner assisted scanning with your child.
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Passages

Information about the Passages Information Fair held every November
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People Who Help Me

This social narrative identifies and describes the roles of emergency service workers such as police, firefighters and paramedics. It is written in positive language, includes pictures and outlines how each person might help in an emergency. You can use this social narrative to help prepare your child for emergency situations.
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Physiotherapy Resources

Physiotherapy-related resources can be accessed by clicking here.
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Plagiocephaly and Brachycephaly

How to prevent and address a flat head in babies, including causes, prevention strategies, and potential treatment options.
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Prompting Hierarchy

Learn how to effectively use prompting techniques to support individuals using communication devices, promote their language development, and encourage independence in communication interactions.
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Remnant Books

Learn how to create and use a remnant book for a child. A remnant book serves as a communication tool to help a child remember and talk about their experiences, encouraging interactions with communication partners and promoting literacy development.
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Requesting and Choice Making

This resource discusses the importance of allowing children, especially those with physical disabilities, to make choices as it gives them control over their environment and helps them learn about consequences. Obtain guidance on how to help children make choices using objects, eye gaze, and pictures, with practical tips and points to remember.
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Seating Appointment Guide

What to expect and how to prepare for your appointment in the Seating and Mobility Department.
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Shoes for Beginner Walkers

From soft leather to anti-slip soles and a firm heel counter, discover the key features to look for in shoes that provide stability and support for your child's developing feet.
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SmartStart Hub Questions & Answers

What is the SmartStart Hub at TVCC? What does it cost to use the services of a SmartStart Hub? How does it work? What will happen during the phone call? How long will the call take?
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Stability Wheels

Stability wheel links and information
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Stories and Songs

Learn strategies for encouraging interaction during stories and songs, such as adding symbols and props, allowing children to make choices, and actively involving them in the process.
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Suggestions for Message Pairs

Examples of message pairs that can be used with a child's voice output device to offer choices and facilitate communication during various activities. The PDF allows for customization with additional ideas based on the child's specific activities and preferences.
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Supporting Emerging Communicators

This resource focuses on building intentional communication by treating a child's actions as meaningful, identifying their motivations, and using their interests to encourage communication. The resource also provides tools such as the Communication Matrix and Communication Dictionary to help track and interpret a child's communication skills.
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Symbol Place Mats

Meal or snack times can be a great opportunity for children to practice using communication symbols to make requests, comment, ask questions, or seek help.
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Taking a Break from Screens

This social narrative outlines appropriate times to step away from screens (such as phones, tablets, or computers). It is written in positive language, includes pictures and offers examples of alternative activities. You can use this social narrative to help reduce screen time for your child or youth with autism.
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Teaching Yes/No Questions

Guidance on teaching yes/no questions to learners by starting with simpler accept/reject questions and gradually progressing to more complex concepts.
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thehealthline.ca

thehealthline.ca is a great resource for services available in your community. 
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Theme & Clarification Boards

This resource also offers links to various websites that provide pre-made communication boards.
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Therapeutic Recreation Community Connections

The Therapeutic Recreation team is dedicated to sharing programs, resources, events and stories abou
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Tips for Early Learners with Autism: Joint Attention

What is joint attention? Joint attention is when two people share acknowledgement in an object or event.
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Tips for Wheelchair Users

Guidance on the recommended usage of wheelchairs for children with mobility difficulties to promote good body alignment, prevent long-term changes to body shape, and support engagement in play and social interactions, with additional information on position changes and maintenance of wheelchairs.
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Topic Board

Learn how a Topic Board can help a child/youth clarify their message or initiate a conversation.
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Torticollis

Information on torticollis, a condition characterized by the shortening or tightening of neck muscles, including its causes, recommended treatments such as positioning recommendations, tummy time, and strengthening/stretching exercises, and guidance on seeking medical help.
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Tummy Time

Provides information on the importance of tummy time for babies' development, including its benefits, tips for incorporating it into the daily routine, and the option of seeking physiotherapy intervention if needed.
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tykeTALK: 12 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 12 months
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tykeTALK: 24 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 24 months
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tykeTALK: 3 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 3 months
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tykeTALK: 3-4 years

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 3-4 years
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tykeTALK: 4-5 years

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 4-5 years
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tykeTALK: 6 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 6 months
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tykeTALK: Babies and Books

Advice on book selection and creative approaches to reading to benefit language development and a lifelong love of books.
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tykeTALK: Encouraging Literacy Awareness

Understand your crucial role in building your child's language and reading skills right from the beginning.
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tykeTALK: Interactive Reading

Interactive reading with children: why it's important and how to do it.
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tykeTALK: Sharing Books

Five easy steps for sharing books with your child
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tykeTALK:30 months

Speech and Language Developmental Milestones at 30 months
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Visuals and Schedules - Resources

Helpful websites and Apps for making your own Visual schedules and resources.
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W-Sitting

What is W-sitting, its potential effects on a child's body, and suggestions on promoting alternative sitting positions and seeking medical advice if necessary.
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What Can I Say? - Sequential Message

Some ideas for messages that can be used on a sequential message voice output device.
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What Can I Say? - Single Message

Some ideas for messages that can be used on a single message voice device.
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Why Behaviour Happens

This resource teaches you the different reasons why behaviour happens and what you can do about it.
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“Playing” with Core Words

This resource offers some suggestions of core words that can be modeled during play. 
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