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Resource Listing
Here is a directory of resources for parents who have a child with autism over 6 years of age. Resources for parents who have a child with autism under the age of 6 are listed below where indicated. Please know that this page is constantly being updated with information and we will continue to add more resources when information becomes available to us to help you! If you notice a link on our website that is not working, please contact us and let us know. We will fix it and replace it with another resource. We also have information packages from many different organizations which will be indicated at the bottom of each section. If you are interested in them please contact us and we will email them to you.
For more information on all services listed below, please call Community Information Toronto at (416) 397-4636
Community Services
Autism Canada
(519) 695-5858
Website: https://autismcanada.org/
Email: info@autismcanada.org
Autism Canada
P.O. Box 366
Bothwell, ON N0P 1C0
Autism Ontario
(416) 246-9592
Website: http://www.autismontario.com/
Information and referral, advocacy with government, service providers and interest groups, newsletter, service development, parent support groups, Saturday recreation program, summer day camps.
Geneva Centre for Autism (serves Toronto)
(416) 322-7877
Website: http://www.autism.net/
Clinical service to families including parent training, and mediator model behaviour, SLP/OT consultation for home and school, parent support, diagnostic counseling and respite services. Groups for children ages 5-19 and adults Training and resource services include: workshops, training courses and clinical consultations. Resource Services: Library of books, videotapes plus speakers, Autism Support Directory.
Surrey Place Centre (lead agency TPAS, serves all of Toronto)
(416) 925-5808
Website: http://www.surreyplace.ca/
Provides consultation and intervention services in infant/child development (including motor development), preschool speech and language, behaviour management, service coordination, interdisciplinary team assessment and diagnosis, family and individual counseling, and audio logical assessment for children under six with an established or suspected developmental disability.
Autism Speaks Canada
Website: https://www.autismspeaks.ca/
Community Living Toronto
(416) 968-0650
Website: https://www.cltoronto.ca/
Offers support and services to people with intellectual disabilities.
Medical/Diagnosis Services
Telehealth
1-866-797-0000 or 1-866-553-7205
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario - Find A Doctor
Website: http://www.cpso.on.ca/Public-Register/All-Doctors-Search.aspx
Enter in your location and press enter and the list of doctors will come up.
Child Development Clinic at Bloorview MacMillan Children Centre
(416) 425-6220
Doctor at Home Medvisit
(416) 631-3000
Website: https://homedoctor.ca/
Call to have a doctor come to your home if needed.
We currently have 1 booklet on medication. Please email us for details and we will send it to you.
Bloodwork Services
Dyna Care
(905) 790-3000
Website: https://www.dynacare.ca/
For booking bloodwork services to be done at home.
Ambulance and Patient Transfer Services
MedicVan
416-222-8470
Website: http://www.medicvan.com/
For booking non-emergency service ambulances for transfers to hospitals.
Medical Information Services
MedicAlert
1-877-217-7448
Website: https://www.medicalert.ca/autism
MedicAlert has a special program for those with autism to help keep them safe in an emergency situation.
Dental Care
Dentably
While Dentably is in the USA, they offer information and downloads of printable guide of questions to ask your dentist before your appointment. We strongly recommend the following downloads prior to your dental care and services for your reference.
Website: https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/autism-and-dental-care/
Download - Autism and Dental Care: https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/wp-content/uploads/Autism-and-Dental-Care-PDF.pdf
Download - Questions to Ask: https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/wp-content/uploads/Autism-and-Dental-Care-Questions-PDF.pdf
Healthy Smiles Program
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-dental-care
Website: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/dental/
Please note that once your child turns 18 they will no longer be eligible for this program and not all dentists accept this program regardless if you have a child with autism. Please speak to your dentist directly and ask if the Healthy Smiles Program is part of their practice.
Specialty Paediatric Dentistry - (Sick Kids)
(416-813-7433)
Website: http://www.sickkids.ca/Dentistry/index.html
555 University Avenue
Rm S530, Roy Hill Wing
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8
Best for NON-EMERGENCY situations and for referrals and follow-ups only.
Byte
Website: https://www.byte.com/community/resources/article/dental-care-children-with-autism-guide/
We currently have 2 booklets about dental care. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Medical Supplies and Emergency Preparedness
72 Hours
1-800-964-8699
Website: https://72hours.ca/
Sands Canada
1-800-563-0911
Website: http://www.sands.ca/
For all medical and first aid supplies.
Employment Help
Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work
Website: https://www.ccrw.org/
Promotes and supports meaningful employment of people with disabilities.
Family Support and Respite Services
CHAP (Community Helpers for Active Participation)
(416) 422-7045
Website: https://www.respiteservices.com/
Joint service of Bloorview MacMillan and Geneva Centre for Autism. Out of home respite options.
LHIN Local Health Integration Network (formerly Community Care Access Centre - CCAC)
(416) 750-2444
Scarborough is under "Central East Local Health Integration Network." Their website link is: http://www.centraleastlhin.on.ca/
The Main Website for all of Ontario is: http://www.lhins.on.ca/
They offer occupational therapy, speech language therapy and other services. You can in and ask to be connected with a care coordinator and ask them for an assessment of your personal situation. Services can be provided at your home.
Family Court and Legal Information
HSLDA Canada
(519) 913-0318
Website: https://hslda.ca/
Address: 32B - 980 Adelaide Street South, London, Ontario N6E 1R3
Email: info@hslda.ca
Family Court
(416) 326-3592
Website: https://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/
For Legal Information.
Family Responsibility Office
(416) 326-1817
Website: https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/MCSS/programs/familyResponsibility/index.aspx
Legal Aid Ontario
Website: http://www.legalaid.on.ca/
Laws of Ontario
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/laws
Your Legal Rights
Website: http://yourlegalrights.on.ca/
Government Funding and Income Tax Information (Ontario)
Income Tax Information:
The following are website links which may help you to understand taxes and rebates for parents with children with disabilities. These resources are for those who live in the province of Ontario.
Notice of Assessment
1-800-959-8281
Press 0 for the operator.
For information on Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities:
http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/specialneeds/disabilities.aspx
For information on Ontario Disability Support Program ODSP:
http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/index.aspx
For the Ontario Disability Tax Credit Certificate Form 6729:
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/forms/t2201.html?=slnk
Medical and Disability - Related Information:
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/rc4064.html
Information on Medical expenses for self, spouse or common-law partner, and your dependent children born in 1994 or later:
https://secure.drtax.ca/ufile/2011/help/hf_330.htm
This is a list of eligible medical expense:
Information for Attendant Care Expense Deduction:
If you've missed the deadline for deductions or if you feel your claim has been rejected unfairly, contact the fairness commission for Taxpayer Relief Provisions at:
For expenses directed by licensed practitioners ask these practitioners to give you a letter on their letterhead prescribing the treatment as necessary for your child. Keep receipts for everything (including reinforcers, parking stubs, gas receipts, office supplies, postal receipts, meals if traveling for medical help etc.)
Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services
(416) 325-5666
Website: https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/index.aspx
Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth Services
Website: http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/specialneeds/index.aspx
Special Services at Home and Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities
(416) 325-0623
Website: http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/specialneeds/specialservices.aspx
Provides funds to families who have children under 18 years of age living in the family home with physical/developmental disabilities (to purchase in-home support services, extra wear items, clothes, sheets, babysitting rates for more skilled worker, camp fees)
Ontario Disabilities Support Program (ODSP): (Income based) Social assistance for parents of autistic children.
Website: https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/
Tax information for People with Disabilities
(1-800)-959-2221
Ontario Works
Website: http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/ow/
Child Care Subsidy
(416) 338-8888
325 Milner Avenue, 9th Floor
Toronto ON M1B 5N1 (Markham / Milner)
Hours of operation:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fax: 416-397-0240
Child Tax Income Tax Information
1-800-387-1193
Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits.html
Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
Website: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/rdsp/
Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
Ministry of Health Assistive Devices/Incontinence Program
(416) 327-8804
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/assistive-devices-program
Funding for special physical or feeding equipment, extra diapers, and hearing aids. You can claim income tax on any amount of diapers over the allowance given you by assistive devices. Provides financial assistance to Ontario residents with long term physical disabilities for obtaining basic, competitively priced, personalized assistive devices appropriate for their needs and essential for independent living.
Trillium Drug Program
(416) 642-3080
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-help-high-prescription-drug-costs
Ontario Drug Benefit Program
Website: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/drugs/
Easter Seals
(416) 421-8778
Website: http://www.easterseals.org/
Provide funding for Incontinence Supplies (Diaper Grant) for special needs children over age 3.
Diapers-n-Kidswear
(416) 615-1636
Website: http://diapers-n-kidswear.com/index.html
4800 Sheppard Avenue East Unit 121
Scarborough, Ontario M1S 4N5
Provides baby and adult diapers and home health care products.
We currently have 1 booklet about toilet training. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Parking
Accessible Parking Permit Information
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-accessible-parking-permit
Charity Support
March of Dimes Canada
Main Website: https://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/Pages/default.aspx
Offers programs and services to people with physical disabilities to encourage independence and participation.
Developmental Services Ontario
Website: http://www.dsontario.ca/agencies/dso-eastern
Passport Program Information: https://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/programs/pp/Pages/MCSS-Passport-Program.aspx
Residential and Housing Information
Government of Ontario Supportive Housing
Website: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ltc/default.aspx
Landlord and Tenant Board
Website: www.ltb.gov.on.ca/en/
Hair Cut Information
We currently have 1 booklet about hair cutting. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Sleeping Information
Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children: Symptoms and Causes
Website: https://amerisleep.com/blog/obstructive-sleep-apnea-in-children/
We currently have 1 booklet about sleeping problems. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Related Organizations and Services
The Hanen Centre
1075 Bay Street, Suite 515
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2B1
Phone (416) 921-1073
Toll Free 1-877-426-3655 (North America Only)
Fax (416) 921-1225
Website: http://www.hanen.org/Programs/For-Parents/More-Than-Words.aspx
Can order books or DVD, workshops for speech and language, you can find a Hanen Speech and Language Pathologist on their website.
Magazines
Autism Parenting Magazine
Website: http://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/
EcoParent Magazine
Website: https://www.ecoparent.ca/
Books and Literature
Parentbooks
(416) 537-8334
Website: https://www.parentbooks.ca
121 Harbord Street
Toronto, Ontario, M5S 1G9
Fax: 416-537-9499
Toll-free: 1-800-209-9182
Books for Speech/Communication:
"More than Words" by Fern Sussman
Inspirational Books:
"Louder Than Words" by Jenny McCarthy
Temple Grandin
Website: http://www.templegrandin.com/
Internet Safety Guide
Information on using the internet safely
Website: https://www.wizcase.com/blog/internet-safety-guide-for-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorders/
iPad Programs for Communication and Special Needs Learning
We currently have 2 booklets on iPad Programs. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Websites
A Variety of Parent Guides for Communication
Website: http://www.wiseoldsayings.com/communicating-with-an-autistic-child-a-parents-guide.php
Do2Learn
Website: http://www.do2learn.com
Excellent website for all types of information for parents and teachers.
ABA Information
Abacus
Website: http://www.abacuslist.ca
This is a listing of Autism ABA Services Providers in Ontario.
Diet and Grocery Information
Grocery Gateway
Website: www.grocerygateway.com
Order your groceries online and have them delivered to your door! (One of our most used sites!) Also carry Dairy Free and Gluten-Free Products.
We currently have 2 booklets on Gluten-Free cooking. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Adulthood and Autism
We currently have 3 booklets about adulthood. Please email us for details and we will send them to you.
Services for those Under 7 Years of Age
Scarborough Hospital – General Division (serves Scarborough)
(416) 438-2911
Website: https://www.shn.ca/paediatrics/
- The Child Development program provides assessments for children less than five years of age with a suspected developmental problem, such as autism, motor delays, or speech problems. It also provides limited speech and language therapy for children who have communication delays, as well as follow-up care for select infants following discharge from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Paediatric occupational therapy services are available to children up to the age of seven. Assessments are available for children over the age of seven. Service is offered to children with developmental delays, neurological dysfunction, sensorimotor difficulties, or children who are experiencing difficulties with their day-to-day activities.
Toronto Preschool Speech and Language Services - Early Abilities
(416) 338-8255
Additional Numbers and Links
Toronto Police - EMERGENCY 911
(Non Emergency) 416-808-2222