Autism Ontario - offers workshops, training sessions and individual support to all families, whether you are registered for the Ontario Autism Program or not. ; 1-800-472-7789
Toronto Autism Services Network - https://www.torontoautismservices.ca/
Geneva Centre – 112 Merton Street, 416-322-7877;
Surrey Place Autism Services – ABA, IBI, skill building,…; Surrey Place: 416-925-5141; Surrey Place Autism Services: 1-833-575-5437;
South Asian Autism Awareness Centre – ABA, SLP, OT, fitness, dance,…; 1970 Ellesmere Road Unit 1,416-289-0100;
Autism Speaks Canada – a variety of resources – Samsung Tablet Program, Toys R Us Developmental Playpack, Sensory Friendly Virtual Santa, Employment Works Canada, Caregiver Skill Training;
Community Living Toronto for individuals with intellectual disabilities (from 16 for some things and 18 for all things you need to go through DSO to access them); 416-968-0650;
Toronto Preschool Speech and Language Program – for children from birth until August 31st of thed year they are eligible to start full day kindergarten; they offer free speech and language assessments, parent/caregiver training, direct treatment/intervention and transition to school support;
Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA) – to find private therapist in their area;
Cineplex has “sensory friendly screenings” at the Cineplex Odeon Morningside Cinemas (785 Milner Ave.; near Morningside and the 401);
Specialisterne – helps individuals with higher functioning autism find jobs (list jobs that are looking for skills that may fit with their profile [e.g., technology, banking]);
Respite Services – provides assistance (resources, information, options related to respite care) to families and individuals with a developmental disability including autism and/or physical disability, visual or hearing impairment. Individuals 18 years or older must be eligible through DSO; You need to register with Respite Services; They also assist with finding camps and potential funds for camp experiences and create a yearly list of camps;
ConnectAbility – Resources for children, youth and adults
Variety Village – 3701 Danforth Ave.; 416-699-7167; - There is a membership fee (ranges from $350-$370/year for children and youth, free before 2 years) but you can apply for a financially subsidized membership and there is a 4 month membership option. - They offer a variety of activities from fitness classes to sports (e.g., Taekwondo), swimming, specialty programs, learn to play, athletic club (competitions),…; https://www.varietyvillage.ca/wp/wpcontent/uploads/2021/09/Program-Guide-Fall-2021-vr4-Sept-28.pdf - They offer a variety of camps for children from ages 4 to 20+ of all ability levels during March Break, holidays and PA/PD days; https://www.varietyvillage.ca/camps/ - They offer adult day programs for individuals 21 years and older with a physical and/or developmental disability - there is an application that must be completed; https://www.varietyvillage.ca/adult-day-programs/
Strides Toronto - 416-724-7444 for all the programs except Autism Services; - Autism Services offers a variety of services, including the Foundational Family Services that is 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 children’s learning and development. All families registered in the OAP are eligible to receive these services and supports at no cost. https://stridestoronto.ca/programs/autism-services/; 416-321-5464, ext. 236 or email autism@stridestoronto.ca -
Galloway After School Program (GASP) for youth 12-18 years of age with autism or a mild to moderate developmental challenge (Socialization, life skills development and applied behavior analysis (ABA) programming);
Asperger’s Youth for Community Engagement and Socialization (AYCES) 12-18 years of age – Development of social and life skills through community and social activities for youth 12-18 years, with a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome and/or High Functioning Autism; respite available after school, weekends, and during school breaks;
Adults Achieving Independence Through Motivation and Skill (AAIMS) is a day program for adult (21- 35 years old) with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental disabilities; It focuses on the development of skills that will enhance quality of life, working towards independence; Monday to Friday; has fees (e.g., $50 for 6 hour day);
Galloway Respite program offers a range of accessible relief services for youth ages 12 to 24 with a developmental disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The goal of these services is to provide quality and flexible family centred programming that promotes the development of both social and life skills to the young adults who attend. It includes March and summer breaks, holidays and Saturday Respite. It has a cost.