Overview
Grandview Kids is proud to offer programs and services that help children and youth reach their full potential. In partnership with the client and their parents or caregivers, various experienced clinicians provide services tailored to meet a child’s or youth’s specific needs and goals. Our Purchased Service offerings are separate from the long-standing, available programs at Grandview Kids and do not impact their wait times.
Parents and caregivers are essential members of a child’s or youth’s team. Parent and caregiver involvement in therapy and services dramatically benefits children and youth in many ways. We encourage parents and caregivers to attend as many sessions as possible with their child or youth.
These services may be eligible for purchase through the Ontario Autism Program’s (OAP) core clinical services funding and interim one-time funding.
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Purchased Service Offerings
To learn more about the Purchased Service programming detailed below, please contact our Service Navigation Team at 905-728-1673 ext. 2468.
Behaviour Services (Applied Behaviour Analysis)
Using the evidence-based principles and teaching methods of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Autism Therapy Assistants (ATAs) provide services supervised by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts (BCBA) with consultation by a Speech-Language Pathologist (S-LP) or Occupational Therapist (OT), as required. These services are currently available at the following locations*:
- Oshawa Main Site – 600 Townline Road South
- Whitby – Whitby Mall
Available Behaviour Services are listed below.
*Virtual options may be available upon request.
Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy
Please be advised
Purchased Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy Services at Grandview Kids are on hold.
Available Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Services
Service model differences
Click here to analyze the differences between the F.A.S.T. and Mediator service models.
Foundational Applied Skills Training (F.A.S.T.) Model
Using the principles and teaching methods of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), foundational skills are the focus of goals in this program. Skill domains of focus could include: communication, play skills, behaviour management, imitation, self-care, and motor skills, to name a few (five or more goals are often focused on at a time in this service). This service option is most appropriate for children under 11* who would benefit from skill development in various developmental domains.
*If you believe your child would benefit from this service and they are over 11 years of age, please contact our Service Navigation Team.
Assessment
Assessment begins during the Intake Interview conducted by a Grandview Kids Service Navigator with the child’s parent or caregiver. Information about the child is gathered to help guide a formal assessment during the first weeks of the child’s service. Assessment for F.A.S.T. is conducted by different members of a multi-disciplinary team which includes a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), Speech-Language Pathologist (S-LP), Occupational Therapist (OT) and, under supervision, Autism Therapy Assistants (ATA). Assessment activities include parent/caregiver interviews, direct observation of the child, interaction with the child and formal assessment tools.
Services
The child will attend 1:1 in-person sessions with an ATA under the supervision of a BCBA, with ongoing consultation from an OT and S-LP, as needed. Each session is 2.5 hours in length. Children will have opportunities for interaction with peers in group spaces during session times. The Therapist uses time in addition to the 2.5 hours to prepare for the session, complete required data and documentation, and consult with relevant team members (approximately 60-75 minutes per week). Between two to five sessions per week can be purchased.
Please note
At least 12 weeks of service is required, with four weeks’ written notice to discontinue service. However, in this type of therapy, children often benefit from consistency for goal attainment. Thus, intervention beyond 12 weeks is recommended with ongoing discussions with the treatment team about clinical appropriateness.
Pricing
This program’s price depends on the number of sessions attended per week. Prices include 1:1 direct support with an ATA, regular supervision by a BCBA, as-needed consultation with an S-LP and OT, and indirect report writing, paperwork and required assessment for the program. Costing is as follows:
- Two sessions per week = $830/week
- Three sessions per week = $1,245/week
- Four sessions per week = $1,660/week
- Five sessions per week = $2,075/week
In the case of additional family requests for meetings, coaching, written documentation and assessment beyond those required to run the program, the following charges will apply with prior client approval:
- Behaviour Consultant= $135 per hour
- Travel Behaviour Consultant = $185 per hour
- Occupational Therapist = $135 per hour
- Speech-Language Pathologist = $135 per hour
Mediator Model
Using the principles and teaching methods of ABA, goals are determined based on client and parent/caregiver input and assessment outcomes. A broad range of goal areas can be focused on, which may include: behaviour management, communication, play skills, self-care, job readiness, motor skills, etc. (one to four goals are often focused on at a time in this service). This service option is appropriate for children up to the age of 18.
Assessment
A Service Planning Assessment follows a brief Intake Interview conducted by a Grandview Kids staff. Assessment is conducted by a BCBA, with an S-LP and OT, as needed.
Services
The child will attend 1:1 in-person sessions with an ATA under the supervision of a BCBA, with ongoing consultation from an OT and SLP, as needed. Each session is 45 minutes in length. The Therapist uses the additional time to prepare for the session, complete required data and documentation, and consult with relevant team members. Between one and four sessions per week can be purchased. Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions with their child to ensure the generalization of skills outside of the treatment setting.
Please note
A minimum of 12 weeks of service is required, with the option to purchase additional sessions at any increment, as long as additions are secured with at least four weeks remaining.
Pricing
This program’s price depends on the number of sessions attended per week. Prices are inclusive of 1:1 direct support with an ATA, regular supervision by a BCBA, as-needed consultation with an S-LP and OT, and indirect report writing and paperwork as required for the program. Costing is as follows:
- Assessment = $500
- One session per week for 12 weeks = $2,500
- Two sessions per week for 12 weeks = $5,000
- Three sessions per week for 12 weeks = $7,500
- Four sessions per week for 12 weeks = $10,000
In the case of additional family requests for meetings, coaching, written documentation, and assessment beyond those required to run the program, the following charges will apply with prior client approval:
- Behaviour Consultant= $135 per hour
- Travel Behaviour Consultant = $185 per hour
- Occupational Therapist = $135 per hour
- Speech-Language Pathologist = $135 per hour
Acronym meanings
ABA: Applied Behaviour Analysis
ATA: Autism Therapy Assistant
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
F.A.S.T.: Foundational Applied Skills Training
IOTF: Interim one-time funding
OAP: Ontario Autism Program
OT: Occupational Therapist
S-LP: Speech-Language Pathologist
Services beyond Grandview Kids
Families wishing to purchase therapy services are invited to explore the private practice registries available on several websites using the links listed below:
Autism Services
- Autism Ontario (Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Provider List)
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Speech-Language & Audiology Canada – Find an audiologist or speech-language pathologist
Occupational Therapy
- The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
- The Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists
Physiotherapy
Social Work
Grandview Kids’ Online Parent Support Group
Parents and caregivers can join the Online Parent Support (OPS) Group on Facebook. In this group you may ask other parents and caregivers for recommendations or find family-recommended resources in the Guides section of the Group. You can send your request to join at this link or search “Grandview OPS” on Facebook.
Things to consider when searching for a private clinician
When purchasing the services of a private clinician, there are a number of questions you may wish to ask. If possible, contact at least three clinicians and compare their responses to ensure that you are enlisting the services that match your needs:
- Does the clinician have experience working with your child’s condition? If so, how much experience?
- What model of service delivery are they prepared to provide (i.e., consultation, individual therapy, group therapy, parent training)?
- How does the clinician select goals for your child? How much importance do they place on family/caregiver involvement, goal selection and treatment?
- What is their approach to therapy?
- Does the clinician work with support personnel?
- What is the training and supervision process for support personnel? How frequently is supervision provided?
- Where is the service provided? (e.g., your home, their office, virtual)
- What are the fees for their services? Is it negotiable based on your insurance coverage? Is the rate lower if the services are provided by support personnel? Do you have to pay the private clinician AND support personnel fees?
- Can shorter sessions (e.g., 30-45 minutes) be scheduled?
- In addition to face-to-face time with you and your child, what does the clinician charge for (e.g., phone calls, travel time, reports, meetings)?
- Will the clinician provide you with a brief written report identifying your child’s specific goals? If yes, you can share this report with Grandview Kids; please consider signing or providing verbal consent for the Grandview Communication Authorization form, as this allows your Grandview clinician to share information with your private clinician.
