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Resources

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Books and Videos

Autism

Asperger's Huh? , Rosina G. Schnurr

	A child's perspective with illustrations by John Strachan

Autism Aspergers Publishing Company

	Brenda Smith Mules company publishes many books and videos that relate to social skills.
	http://www.aapcpublishing.net

Changing the Course of Autism: A Scientific Approach for Parents and Physicians , Brian Jepson, MD with Jane Johnson, 2007

	This groundbreaking book shows that the disease can be treated by reducing the neurological inflammation that is part of the disease process, rather than simply masking the symptoms of drugs like Ritalin and Prozac. The authors have seen autistic behaviours improve dramatically or disappear completely with appropriate medical treatment. The book reviews the medical literature regarding the biological natural of the disease, including the potential connection between vaccines and autism.
	http://www.sentientpublications.com/catalog/autism.php

The Autism Revolution: Whole-Body Strategies for Making Life All It Can Be , Martha Herbert and Karen Weintraub

	March 2012 Dr. Herbert approaches autism as a collection of challenges, many of which can be tackled in a deliberate and methodical way. Her recommendations aim to provide optimal nutrition, reduce toxic exposures, shore up the immune system, reduce stress, and open the door to learning and creativity, all by understanding and truly meeting your child's needs.
	http://www.autismrevolution.org

Disabilities

BLOOM Magazine

	BLOOM is a how-to magazine on parenting children with disabilities. BLOOM gives voice to the joys and challenges of special needs parenting by combining first hand family insights and the best professional advice. BLOOM is published two times annually.
	http://www.bloorview.ca	Contact : lkinross@bloorview.ca

Consider A Henson Trust Handbook

	This resource explains many questions about ODSP as well as various other benefits available to persons with disabilities. It also show how someone can help a family member without affecting their ODSP benefits. A copy of the booklet can be downloaded from the website.
	http://www.reena.org/sites/default/files/InformationBrochures/hensontrust.pdf

Parenting Special Needs -online magazine

	Health, information, inspiration.
	http://parentingspecialneeds.org

Funding

Autism

The Building Brighter Futures Fund

	The Purpose of the BBFF: To provide financial assistance directly to Ontario adults with ASD or their families through a reimbursement of funds spent to open doors for greater participation in local communities. Program fees for recreation or skill development, respite, professional supports, tuition, or other creative solutions connected to building life plans for the adult with ASD will be considered for subsidy.
	http://www.autismontario.com/client/aso/ao.nsf/36805f66b53925f08525712b0056c229/a58a502a2f05518085257c16006101d3?OpenDocument	Contact : Please see website for further information

Community Respite Funding

Enhanced Respite Funding (ERF)

	This grant is paid to families who are caring for a child who is medically fragile and/or depends on a technological device needing care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is paid in addition to other respite services.
		Contact : Community Respite Partners (listed on this site)

Out of Home Respite (OHR)

	Families of children with multiple special needs can receive respite provided in a location other than their own home.
		Contact : Community Respite Partners (listed on this site)

Disabilities

Home and Vehicle Modification Program , March of Dimes Canada

	The Home & Vehicle Modification® Program was established by the Government of Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services in 1999. It is administered by March of Dimes Canada. March of Dimes Canada's Home & Vehicle Modification® Program provides funding for basic home and/or vehicle modifications. The program is intended to assist permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more. By reducing or eliminating life safety risks, these modifications enable children and adults with mobility restrictions to continue living in their homes, avoid job loss and participate in their communities. As there is limited funding, we encourage applicants to first access any other sources of available public or private funding before applying to this program. Consumers who meet program criteria can apply for grant funding: Up to $15,000 lifetime maximum for home modifications Up to $15,000 every ten years for vehicle modifications
	https://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/programs/hvmp/Pages/HomeandVehicle.aspx

Provincial Funding

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program (ACSD)

	This program provides assistance to parents with extraordinary costs associated with having a child with serious special needs.
	http://www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/how/info_regionaloffices.htm	Contact : Regional Office 1 800 646 3209

Passport

	Created to provide opportunities for individuals who have a developmental disability and who have left school to find more ways to participate in their communities.
	http://www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/how/info_regionaloffices.htm	Contact : Regional Office 1 800 646 3209

Special Services at Home (SSAH)

	This program provides funding for the personal development and growth of the family member with a disability and secondly for relief and support for the family.
	http://www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/how/info_regionaloffices.htm	Contact : Regional Office 1 800 646 3209

Recreation and Leisure

Brockville

Brockville Arts Centre

	Brockville Arts Centre offers live entertainment in the heart of the 1000 Islands.
	http://www.brockvilleartscentre.com	Contact : Box Office 613 342 7122

Brockville Ontario Speedway

	A jam packed schedule full of special events, regular shows and the return of racing in October has been released by Brockville Ontario Speedway. The racing season will begin on Saturday May 17th and close with the first ever Sprint Car Challenge on Saturday October 18th.
	http://www.brockvillespeedway.com

Fulford Place Museum

	Original tapestries, paintings, statuary and ceramics collected on the Fulfords' world travels are on display throughout the period rooms and are featured in special exhibits. The grand style of the Beaux Art house was ideally suited to the Fulfords, as they entertained Canadian Prime Ministers, British princes, and the neighbouring well-to-do whose grand ?cottages' lined the St. Lawrence River. 45-minute guided tours of the mansion / Seasonal exhibits featuring the extensive collection GhostWalks(July&August)
	http://www.brockville.com/port/brockattractions.html	Contact : fulfordplace@recorder.ca

Gibbons Maple Sugar House and Museum

	At the Gibbons Family Farm we produce quality maple syrup using a mix of traditional methods and modern equipment. It takes about 40 litres of maple sap to make 1 litre of maple syrup. We use a modern wood fired evaporator to boil all our sap to make maple syrup. We are proud of our maple syrup and would like to show you how it is made.
	http://www.rideau-info.com/gibbons/	Contact : Phone: 613-275-2893 Toll Free 1-877-440-7887

Sight Seeing Tours

	One and 2¢ hour cruises aboard modern twin-deck vessels from Brockville featuring the 1000 Islands, the St. Lawrence Seaway and the islands' other famous Jewel - Singer Castle.
	http://www.1000islandscruises.com	Contact : Phone: (613) 345-7333 Toll Free: 800-353-3157 Fax: (613) 345-6454

The Bowling Centre

	Late Night Cosmic Bowling, Restaurant, Bar & Pro Shop.
		Contact : (613) 498-3177

YMCA of Brockville

	The Brockville and Area YMCA is a charity dedicated to helping individuals grow in spirit, mind and body, and in service to others in an environment that is open to all.
	http://www.brockvilley.com/

Grenville South

Veterans Memorial Highland Games and Celtic festival

	The Veterans Memorial Highland Games were established in March 2004. Our mission is to promote public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of Scottish and military heritage, highlighting the strong ties between these two important elements of Canadian history in an annual event that honours veterans and those who have fallen in combat. Scottish events such as piping and drumming solo competitions, pipe band competitions, a highland dance competition and heavy events competition will begin in the morning and commence throughout the day. Celtic entertainment is playing in the Edwardsburgh Community Center during the afternoon and evening.
	http://www.veteransmemorialhg.com	Contact : sbush@xplornet.com

Leeds North

Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group

	Rideau Lakes Section of the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group meet once a month. Call Ernie Olivo for information at 928-2841
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca	Contact : Call Ernie Olivo for information at 928-2841

Community Breakfast

	Every 4th Tuesday at the Harmony Lodge in Philipsville. Call Edgar Connell at 359- 5753 for information.
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca	Contact : Call Edgar Connell at 359-5753 for information

Community Shopping bus to Kingston

	Community Shopping bus to Kingston every 2nd Tuesday of the month. ($7.00 return)
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca	Contact : Call Barbara at 272-2825 to reserve your seat.

Foley Mountain Conservation Area

	Enjoy the panoramic view from Spy Rock look-out high above Westport by way of a new easy access ramp. Walk, hike and snowshoe ? the mountain offers five trails including the 8 kilometer Rideau Trail. Meander through the popular self-guided Beaver Pond nature trail using the booklet provided. Visit our Interpretation Centre displays, open Sundays and holiday Mondays in July and August, 10:00am to 4:00pm.
	http://www.rideauvalley.on.ca	Contact : phone: 613-273-3255

North Leeds Birders

	Every Wednesday morning at 7:30am with other avid bird watchers to enjoy the outdoors in a social and educational setting.
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca	Contact : Call Paul O?Reilly at 272-0176

Spaghetti Dinners

	Elgin Lions Hall the last Friday of the month, at the North Crosby Legion the third Friday of every month and every 1st Friday at the Portland Legion.
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca

Sunday Breakfast

	Every Sunday from 8am to 1pm at the Portland Legion on Harlem Road $5.00
	http://www.twprideaulakes.on.ca

West Winds Ranch

	West Winds Ranch is a 142 acre, 1880 homestead, with trails on picturesque rolling landscape and open fields, patches of forest and a variety of wild life, that offers you and your family a wonderful outdoor recreational experience.West Winds Ranch provides seasonal recreational activities to families, friends and groups; play and learn activities to students; and, fund raising opportunity for charitable organizations. We are a sustainability/community-driven family business. Innovation will create ongoing value for customers and stakeholders. Through our employees? initiatives, we strive to serve new and repeat visitors in a fun, friendly and safe manner. In turn, we do ask customers to respect their fellow visitors, our animals and our property.
	http://www.westwindsranch.ca	Contact : Phone: (613) 273-8188

Leeds South

Vanridge ATV Tours & Trails

	We offer an experience that's second to none. If you're looking for an outdoor adventure, then come and have some fun on our All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)'s. Our tours are designed so that the very experienced drivers can have fun while experiencing very technical trails, as well as mud if the season allows - BUT we also have trails that a novice driver can have a great time.
	http://www.vanridgeatvtrails.com	Contact : Phone: 613-923-1573 Toll Free: (866) 269-2554 Fax: 613-923-1574

1000 Islands Playhouse

	Operates two fully -renovated historic venues side by side on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Gananoque, the 300 seat Springer Theatre and the 140 seat Firehall.
	http://www.1000islandsplayhouse.com	Contact : phone:(613) 382-7020 Toll-Free 1-866-382-7020 Fax: (613) 382-7088

1000 Islands Sky Deck

	Enjoy the breathtaking view from the 1000 Islands Skydeck, see the 1000 Islands & St. Lawrence River The 1000 Islands Skydeck is a unique tourist attraction, the only one of it's kind in the 1000 Islands. The Skydeck will show you the best of what the area has to offer.
	http://www.1000islandsskydeck.com	Contact : Phone: (613) 659-2335 Fax: (613) 659-2285

Recreational Kayaking Tours

	Our tours are leisurely explorations of the area?s historic charm and hidden scenery. Experience this life size museum of islands and architecture, up close and intimately through the comfort and safety of a guided kayaking tour.
	http://www.1000islandskayakingco.com	Contact : phone: 613-329-6265 Fax: 613-382-2739 e-mail: info@1000ikc.com

St. Lawrence Islands National Park of Canada

	St. Lawrence Islands National Park consists of several ecologically important mainland properties and more than 20 islands between Kingston and Brockville. The Visitor Centre at Mallorytown Landing provides an introduction to the park with a hiking trail, interpretive programs, exhibits, and activities for the whole family.
	http://www.pc.gc.ca	Contact : Phone: 613-923-5261 Fax: 613-923-1021

North Grenville

Rideau Woodland Ramble

	Rideau Woodland Ramble (RWR) is a Garden Centre and Display Gardens situated on 7 acres of woodland near Merrickville Ontario. Its mission is to capture the imagination of gardeners and collectors, in a woodland setting, showcasing and selling rare and unusual Hostas, Grasses, Conifers, Magnolias, and a range of shrubs, trees and perennials. RWR provides unrivaled experiences, service and quality.
	http://www.rideauwoodlandramble.com	Contact : Phone: 613-258-3797

Provincial Respite Services Network 2018 Update