Children First

1. Employees, students, volunteers, contractors and any other persons having contact with people on behalf of the agency will be provided with training regarding the IASR standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code through in person, online training or review of written materials depending on the individual’s duties

2. Community Partner

2.1. Support for children 0-6 years

2.2. Developmental / mental health challenges

2.3. Help children reach their full potential

3. How do I access these services?

3.1. Parents are welcome to refer their child by calling directly. You do not need a physician's referral.

4. Values

4.1. Providing timely, flexible services that support children to reach their potential

4.2. Supporting the child’s best interest, recognizing that family relationships are the foundation for growth and learning

4.3. Promoting continuous learning, innovation and evidence-based services among our valued staff

4.4. Promoting continuous learning, innovation and evidence-based services among our valued staff

5. Vision

5.1. All children and families are supported to help them reach their full potential

6. Inclusivity

7. Refrences

7.1. http://www.children-first.ca/

8. Services

8.1. assessment

8.2. consultation

8.3. intervention

8.4. education

8.5. support

8.6. advocacy

8.7. transition to school planning

8.8. service co-ordination

9. Infant and Child Development

9.1. Children with established risk factors such as Down Syndrome, seizures disorders, cerebral palsy, etc.

9.2. Children with biological risk related to a complex history of early medical and developmental events during pregnancy, at birth or after birth such as sensory impairments, stroke in utero, prematurity, early global developmental delays, fetal alcohol spectrum, etc.

9.3. Children with psychosocial risk factors related to environment i.e. children who are at risk or fall behind developmentally due to environment/caregivers inability to respond adequately to their needs

9.4. Children with suspicion of or diagnosis of Autism

10. Mental Health

10.1. disruptive behaviour

10.2. aggressiveness and non-compliance

10.3. worried, anxious or depressed

10.4. difficulty getting along with other children

10.5. difficulty managing transitions

11. Other Programs

11.1. Triple P Positive Parenting

11.2. Circle of Security - Relationship-based parenting

11.3. Dads Matter & the Windsor Spitfires