AccessOAP

• https://accessoap.ca

Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Core Clinical Services

• http://www.ontario.ca

OAP Urgent Response Services

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-autism-program-urgent-response-services

OAP Provider List

• https://www.oapproviderlist.ca/search

Why Families Should Work with an OAP Provider

• https://www.oapproviderlist.ca/family

Crisis Support

• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8

• Kids Help Phone: Call, text or message

• CONNECT Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 686868 or chat online

• Peel Crisis Capacity Network: Crisis line for individuals 11 years or older with developmental disabilities or dual diagnosis

No Cost Mental Health Supports

• Ontario Structured Psychotherapy: Free, short-term, CBT for adults 18+ living in Ontario who have depression, anxiety, or anxiety-related concerns

• One Stop Talk: Free immediate mental health support to kids and youth in Ontario with a registered therapist

• Ontario Caregiver Organization: Free support to caregivers

• Wellness & Emotional Support (WES) for Youth: Free, ongoing, counselling support to Ontario youth aged 13 – 24

Behaviour Supports

• OAP Urgent Response Services: Time-limited services for youth registered with the OAP, engaging in escalated behaviours related to harm to self, others, and/or property

Waterloo Region Supports

• Here 24/7: Call 1-844-HERE247 (1-844-437-3247) anytime, to connect to crisis services provided by agencies across Waterloo Wellington

  • 1-844-454-3711 for Here4Kids (age 0-5)

  • Crisis walk ins available

• Camino Quick Response Drop-In Counselling: Free single-session counselling and therapeutic conversations for youth and adults

• Counselling Collaborative: Waterloo Region's Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program, quick response counselling, and autism mental health services

• Front Door: Counselling support to youth and parents

Hamilton Area Supports

• COAST: Call 1-844-972-8338 anytime, to connect to crisis services provided by agencies in Hamilton

• Barret Centre for Crisis Support: Free phone and in-person counselling for individuals 16 and older

• Child and Adolescent Services: Free mental health services for children, youth, and families

• Lynwood Charlton Centre: Free mental health support and service navigation for children and youth

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)

• http://www.children.gov.on.ca

Assistive Devices Program (ADP)

• http://www.health.gov.on.ca

Canada Child Benefit (CCB)

• https://www.canada.ca

Community Autism Program (CAP)

• https://www.autismcanada.org/cap

Complex Special Needs (CSN)

• https://www.ontario.ca

Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

• https://www.canada.ca

Easter Seals Access2 Card

• http://www.access2card.ca

Easter Seals Equipment and Incontinence Supplies Grant Programs

• https://services.easterseals.org

Get Ready for School | Strong Start Program - Waterloo Region

• https://www.strongstart.ca

Ontario Child Benefit (OCB)

• http://www.children.gov.on.ca

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

• http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca

Passport Funding

• https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca

Personal Attendant for Leisure (PAL) Card - Waterloo Region

• http://www.waterloo.ca

Special Services at Home (SSAH)

• http://www.children.gov.on.ca

Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT)

• http://www.asatonline.org/for-parents - New Parent Packet

• https://asatonline.org/for-parents/what-is-autism/ - What is Autism?

• https://www.mchatscreen.com - Think Your Child Has Autism?

• https://asatonline.org/for-parents/learn-more-about-specific-treatments/ - Autism Treatments

• https://asatonline.org/for-parents/becoming-a-savvy-consumer/ - Become a Savvy Consumer

• https://asatonline.org/for-parents/lifespan/ - Across the Lifespan

Autism Ontario (AO)

• https://www.autismontario.com - On-Demand Webinars

Autism Speaks

• https://docs.autismspeaks.org - For Families of School Age Children Newly Diagnosed with Autism

Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP)

• https://www.casproviders.org/asd-guidelines - ABA and ASD Practice Guidelines

• https://www.casproviders.org/about-aba-for-consumers - Facts About ABA for Families

Ontario Association of Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA)

• https://ontaba.org/ontaba-stories - Personal ABA Success Stories

• https://ontaba.org/reports - What is ABA?

• https://training.ontaba.org - A Quick Reference Guide on ABA for Families

• https://ontaba.org/reports - Evidence-Based Practices for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

More Video Resources

• Let's Talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Foundations of Applied Behaviour Analysis