Canopy Support Services - Autism Urgent Response

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

Wheelchair Accessible

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.