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You or someone you know needs some help with a child or youth with a mood disorder, learning disability or Autism Spectrum disorder.
Below we have put together a list of resources that you can make use of.

All Toronto, Ontario resources, websites and organizational specialties can be found at www.211.ca

Autism Spectrum Disorders
Most Service providers require that you have a diagnosis of Autism in order to qualify for funded service activities. If you don't yet have a diagnosis but would like to speak to an Autism Consultant, you can Contact Kidswork, and have a conversation with a professional who can provide you with some initial information and answers to your basic questions.

The Ministry of Children and Youth services has a resourceful website on what to request, expect and ask for.
Click here to view the website

Geneva Centre for Autism
autism.net

The leader for Autism Resources, Training and services in Canada. Geneva Center has a great parent and professional education program.

Autism Society of Ontario
autismontario.ca

Bloorview Holland
bloorviewholland.ca

Ministry of Community and Social services
mcss.gov.on.ca
1-877-669-6658
You are able to access applications for Special services At Home (SSAH) as well as Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities

Kerry's Place Autism services
kerrysplace.ca

Respite services
respiteservices.com

Developmental Assessments and Diagnosis
It is very important that your child or youth has a diagnosis. Sometimes parent and caregivers need to speak to professionals, to process their feelings of anxiety, inadequacy, and fear in order to manage the process of assessment and diagnosis with personal power. You can contact a Kidswork Parent Coach if you would like to speak to a professional about what to expect.

North York General Hospital
nygh.on.ca

Hospital for Sick Children
sickkids.ca

CAMH
camh.net

Learning Disabilites
Sometimes an expression of a learning disability can look like defiance, or non-compliance. If you have any questions, you can Contact Kidswork and speak with a Learning Disabilities Consultant.

Learning Disabilites Association of Ontario
ldao.ca
The LDAO is the foremost leader in providing Ontario provincial resources for all individuals with Learning Disabilities. The website is a plentiful resource for parents, students, and professionals equipped with an in-depth organizational list.

Ministry of Community and Social services
mcss.gov.on.ca

Mood Disorders
When you suspect that your child or youth may have a mood disorder you will want to have the knowledge to feel prepared. A Kidswork Consultant is available to speak with you if you feel that you need to consult with a professional about what to expect and potential questions to ask.

Mood Disorders Society of Canada
mooddisorderscanada.ca
The foremost leader in providing resources, information and information on Mood Disorders in Canada

The Canadian Network for Mood Disorders
canmat.org