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Autism Foundational Family Services

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Type:

Free OAP Services

Age:

0 – 18 Years

Fees:

Free – Funded by the OAP

Referral:

No referral required

Eligibility:

All families registered with the OAP

Languages offered:

English

Location:

Strides Toronto locations and Zoom virtual platform

Hours:

Hours vary by service types

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Foundational Family Services is a part of the new needs-based Ontario Autism Program (OAP) designed to provide families and caregivers a range of evidence-based services to support their child and youth’s learning and development. Foundational Family Services will be individualized and responsive to families’ changing needs over time.

All families registered in the OAP are eligible to receive these services and supports at no cost. Strides Toronto is pleased to be offering Foundational Family Services in a variety of formats including virtual, and in-person services. You can choose to access these services at any point based on your family’s needs. There are no limits to the number of times you can register for these services.

We offer a wide range of Foundational Family Services. Coaching is integrated into our various services to support parents and caregivers to implement the recommended strategies and transfer skills.

These services and supports may include:

Workshops and Coaching Sessions
We offer a variety of virtual education opportunities on a wide range of topics. Workshops will be delivered online either through video links or through our Zoom Healthcare video conferencing platform.

Brief Targeted Consultation
This brief service includes parent/caregiver coaching and strategies using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles to address your child/youth’s individual strengths, needs, and goals. Consultations will be offered by phone or by video through our secure Zoom Healthcare platform to help address a specific goal.

Transition Supports
We provide supports and services to promote a smooth transition into the school system and the broader community.

Family Resource and Clinic Days
We have an established parent education curriculum, including training packages to support social communication and behaviour management. Strides Toronto encourages active parent and caregiver engagement and participation to better support your child/youth’s needs.

For more information about Strides Toronto’s Foundational Family Services, please contact 416-438-3697 ext. 19055 or email autism@stridestoronto.ca.

How to Register with The Ontario Autism Program

Upcoming Workshops

Parents of children with autism experience unique challenges and stressors. These groups are a safe space for parents to meet and discuss topics related to their experiences. Each month, topics are discussed in a forum where families can help support one another and share their opinions and experiences. Sessions are co-led by a parent volunteer and a Strides staff member. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend any, or all sessions.

**This group is available for parents to attend any or all sessions. You may attend when your schedule permits.** 

September 12, 2024

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

October 10, 2024

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

November 14, 2024

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

December 12, 2024

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
September 12, 202410:00 AM – 11:30 AMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with OAP30Register
October 10, 202410:00 AM – 11:30 AMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with OAP30Register
November 14, 202410:00 AM – 11:30 AMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with OAP30Register
December 12, 202410:00 AM – 11:30 AMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with OAP30Register

Connect with our Autism Outreach and Education Facilitators IN PERSON for brief consultations focusing on support with visuals, paperwork or troubleshooting a family goal. Sessions will be up to 1 hour in duration.

September 16, 2024

4 PM – 6 PM

In Person - Strides Milner Location

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 16; First come, first served.

Register

October 21, 2024

1 PM – 4 PM

In Person - Strides Milner Location

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 16; First come, first served.

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
September 16, 20244 PM – 6 PMIn Person - Strides Milner LocationFree to families registered with the OAP16; First come, first served. Register
October 21, 20241 PM – 4 PMIn Person - Strides Milner LocationFree to families registered with the OAP16; First come, first served. Register

This workshop teaches parents how to develop, implement and maintain healthy sleep habits for their children with autism. We will discuss how autism affects sleep, factors that may impact sleep, and will identify common sleep issues in children with autism. This workshop also addresses some frequently asked questions parents have on sleep, provides strategies to build a bedtime routine and create successful sleep environments.

September 13, 2024

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

September 17, 2024

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
September 13, 202410:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register
September 17, 20245:00 PM – 7:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register

In this workshop, parents and caregivers will learn about navigating the different pathways of autism system funding and support. Caregivers will be informed about the requirements/eligibility criteria that is required to apply to various programs in the community.

October 9, 2024

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

October 25, 2024

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
October 9, 20241:00 PM – 3:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register
October 25, 202410:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register

Eating healthy and having a mealtime routine can be challenging with kids and youth with autism. This workshop looks at strategies and resources to help your child improve their food selection and eating routines.

October 18, 2024

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

October 30, 2024

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
October 18, 202410:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register
October 30, 20241:00 PM – 3:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register

Caregivers will learn the functions of behaviour and how to collect data on these behaviours. We will also examine the labels we place on behaviour and how to become aware of the variables that influence behaviour.

September 11, 2024

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register

September 26, 2024

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Virtual through Zoom

Free to families registered with the OAP

Available Spots: 30

Register
DateTimeLocationCostAvailable SpotsRegistration
September 11, 202410:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register
September 26, 20245:00 PM – 7:00 PMVirtual through ZoomFree to families registered with the OAP30Register

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