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Canopy Support Services - Autism Urgent Response

Autism Urgent Response

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150 O'Carroll Ave
Peterborough, ON
K9H 4V3
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705-876-9245
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Toll-Free: 1-888-616-3456
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Fax: 705-876-9247
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Last updated: May 6, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

Contact Resources for Exceptional Children and Youth: 905-427-8862 ext 426

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Children and youth 0-17 years of age. Children must reside in the Central East region. Must have a confirmed diagnosis of ASD and be currently registered in the Ontario Autism Program, and be exhibiting a high-risk behaviour

Fees

Free

Executives

Himanshu Shah - Chief Executive Officer
705-876-9245 * hshah@canopysupport.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Translation services available

Area(s) Served

Lindsay ; Peterborough (County of) ; Haliburton ; Kawartha Lakes

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

In partnership with Resources for Exceptional Children and Youth (RECY), the Urgent Response Service provides time-limited services and supports to respond rapidly to high-risk behaviours to prevent further escalation or risk to a child/youth, others or property. High-risk behaviours include:
  • suicidal ideation or behaviour
  • violent thinking
  • fire starting
  • harm to animals
  • risk of exploitation
  • self-injurious behaviour
  • aggression
  • inappropriate sexual behaviour
  • flight risk
  • property destruction

URS provides services and support for up to 12 weeks. It is not a 24/7service and it is not intended to replace existing emergency or crisis supports.

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Last updated: May 6, 2025: Suggest an edit
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