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Childhood Cancer Resource Guide > Physiotherapy
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Last updated: October 21, 2016

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Central-East
ErinoakKids
ErinoakKids provides a comprehensive range of family-centred treatment, rehabilitation and support services to children with disabilities and their families who reside in Dufferin, Halton, Peel, Waterloo and Wellington - the Ministry of Children and Youth Services’ (MCYS) Central West Region of Ontario. The Ontario government funds the mandatory services offered at ErinoakKids through its Ministry of Children and Youth Services.
Assistive Devices, Counselling - General, Disability Services, Family, Recreation, Respite Care, SAVTI, Social Work, Support Groups
(905) 855-2690
www.erinoakkids.ca
ON
Children and youth (up to age 19) with multiple disabilities, complex disorders and speech delay living in Halton, Peel and, in some cases, Waterloo, Wellington and Dufferin.
Health professionals, families or self-referral.
Varies according to program in action.
Certain services require a fee. Please contact organization for more information.
After the referral is made, the appropriate services required are identified and the applicant is notified afterwards.
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Southwest
The Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent (CTC-CK)
The Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent (CTC-CK) provides specialized services for children and youth, from birth through to 18 years, with physical, developmental or communication needs.
Assistive Devices, Disability Services, Physiotherapy, Recreation Centres, Respite Care, SAVTI, Social Work, Speech
(519) 354-0520
(519) 354-7355
info@ctc-ck.com
www.ctc-ck.com
355 Lark Street
Chatham
ON
Children with doagnosed physical or developmental disability.
Yes, varies with service.
Trained professionals.
No
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East
McMaster Children’s Hosptial: Children’s Developmental Rehabilitation Programme
CDRP provides services to children who have neurological or developmental issues or concerns, in the Hamilton Region, up to age 19.
Disability Services, Occupational, Physiotherapy, Social Work
(905) 521-2100 ext. 77031
(905) 521-2636
www.mcmasterchildrenshospital.ca/body.cfm?id=218
Ron Joyce Children's Health CentreHamilton Health Sciences2nd Floor, 325 Wellington Street North
Hamilton
ON
Children with physical, developmental and/or communicative disabilities under the age of 19 years old.
No
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East
Child Development Centre (CDC) – Children’s Treatment Centre
The Child Development Centre (CDC) is one of twenty Children's Treatment Centres in Ontario. The CDC provides services for children and youth who have neurological/physical/developmental disabilities or impairments.
Disability Services, Occupational, Physiotherapy, SAVTI, Social Work, Speech
(613) 544-3400 ext. 3175
(613) 545-3557
Kingstoncdc.ca
Hotel dieu Hospital, 166 Brock Street
Kingston
ON
Children and youth (aged 0-18) with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
Most services require a physician or nurse practitioner referral.
No
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Northeast
Timiskaming Palliative Care Network
Timiskaming Palliative Care Network offers various programs and services that provide support and/or care for Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Infectious Diseases (i.e. HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis-C), Neurological Disorders, Renal Disease, Respiratory Disease, Anticipatory Grief and Bereavement, and Emotional/Spiritual Support.
Bereavement (Counselling - General), Bereavement (Support Groups), Counselling - General, Homemaking, Nursing Services, Nutrition Counselling, Palliative Care, Physiotherapy, Respite Care, Speech, Support Groups
(705) 568-2238
(705) 568-2261
http://www.chpca.net/family-caregivers/directory-of-services/timiskaming-palliative-care-network.aspx
145 Government Road East
Kirkland Lake
ON
Individuals with a life limiting illness.
Within the community.
Counsellors, Dietitians, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Personal Support Workers, Pharmacists, Physicians, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Speech Work/Language Therapists, Spiritual/Pastoral Care Workers, Volunteers
15 hours per week of service are available.
No
Call in to request services.
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Southwest
Hutton House
Hutton House promotes and supports persons with disabilities through learning and life enhancing programs that focus on each individual's strengths, abilities and interests.
Disability Services, Employment Support, Nutrition Counselling, Recreation, SAVTI
(519) 472-6381
(519) 472-1051
www.huttonhouse.com
Main Office: 654 Wonderland Road North
London
ON
Persons with any type of disability are welcome to apply such as persons with physical, mental health, intellectual and learning disabilities. Some programs have specific eligibility criteria.
Certain services require a fee. Please contact organization for more information
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Southwest
Thames Valley Children Centre
Thames Valley Children's Centre (TVCC) works to help children and their families achieve the highest possible quality of life. TVCC focuses on the development of physical, social, emotional, communication, behavioural and life skills, and provides information, education and support to children, youth, families and the community to promote inclusive opportunities and relationships. TVCC offers a wide range of services for children and youth such as Occupational Therapy, Acute Pediatric Rehabilitation Services, Recreation Therapy and much more.
Assistive Devices, Disability Services, Family, Physiotherapy, SAVTI, Social Work, Speech, Support Groups
(519) 685-8700
(519) 685-8705
tvcc@tvcc.on.ca
www.tvcc.on.ca
779 Baseline Road East
London
ON
Children with physical, developmental and/or communication needs between the ages of 0 to 19 years old, and their parents/caregivers.
Although anyone can make a referral, some services have specific referral criteria. Please contact organization.
Certain services require a fee. Please contact organization for more information.
You can make a request for service by calling, mailing or faxing.
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Central-East
Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre
Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre is committed to providing community support for people diagnosed with cancer and their families through individual and group support, information, a resource centre, wellness programs and an ongoing lecture and discussion series. Hearth Place is a support centre where cancer patients and their families can come and share their experiences, find resources and discover new ways to care for themselves and each other.
Bereavement (Support Groups), Family Education, Peer Support, Recreation, SAVTI, Social Work, Support Groups, Wigs
(905) 579-4833
(905) 579-1204
hearthplace@hearthplace.org
www.hearthplace.org
86 Colborne Street West
Oshawa
ON
Any family member impacted by a childhood cancer diagnosis.
Self-referral. The family must contact organization directly.
Play Therapist, Music Therapist, Art Therapist, Child Life Specialist, Child and Youth Worker, Volunteers, Grief Counsellor
No
Intake meeting and registration is required prior to attending programs.
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East
The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation’s Maplesoft Centre Maplesoft Center
The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation’s Maplesoft Centre provides Cancer Coaching programs and services to people who have been directly impacted by cancer, from the day of diagnosis, through treatment and for the rest of their lives. A variety of service providers, staff, students and volunteers working at the Centre offer holistic, personalized, person-centered Cancer Coaching and are committed to providing services of the highest quality.
Bereavement (Support Groups), Family Education, Nutrition Counselling, Peer Support, Physiotherapy, Recreation, Support Groups
(613) 247-3527
(613) 247-3526
info@ottawacancer.ca
https://survivorship.ottawacancer.ca/main.jsf
1500 Alta Vista Drive
OTTAWA
ON
Individuals 18 years and over in Eastern Ontario who has been touched by cancer. Cancer patients, cancer survivors, caregivers, family members, friends, and support network.
Self-referral is acceptable.
No
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Provincewide
Community Care Access Centres (CCAC)
CCACs are dedicated to getting you the care you need in your home and in the community. CCACs were established by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care in 1996 to help the public access government-funded home and community services, and long-term care homes.
Accommodation, Occupational, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Speech
YES
(416) 750-1720
frontdeskservices@ccac-ont.ca
http://healthcareathome.ca/
Main Office: 130 Bloor Street West
Toronto
ON
Patients, parents, siblings and other family members involved in the child's care.
Referral from physician, nurse, self referral, other agencies and home care.
Family home, school, and elsewhere within the community.
Mon to Fri; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Certain services require a fee. Please contact organization for more information.
Request services by calling the appropriate CCAC location. Visit website to find your local CCAC office.
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Central-East
ELLICSR
ELLICSR is designed as a collaborative space for research into health, wellness and cancer survivorship. Cancer survivors, including family members, friends and caregivers, can:- Find information on health and wellness.- Participate in a class or program, designed through research with survivor input.- Meet other survivors and share experiences, support each other and learn together.
Family Education, Nutrition Counselling, Peer Support, Professional Education, Recreation, SAVTI, Support Groups
(416) 581-8620
ellicsr@rmp.uhn.on.ca
www.ellicsr.ca
585 University Avenue, Munk Building, B PMB 130
Toronto
ON
Cancer survivors, including family members, friends and caregivers.
Self-referral is acceptable.
No
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Central-East
Emily’s House
Emily’s House is dedicated to caring for children with complex needs while supporting their families. It brings together high quality, respite and palliative care with the warmth and comfort of a child-focused environment. Emily’s House can accommodate a maximum of 10 children at a time. However, capacity may vary at any given time based on the unique needs of patients and their families.
Bereavement (Counselling - General), Recreation, Respite Care
(416) 363-9196
(416) 363-6983
info@philipazizcentre.ca
www.philipazizcentre.ca/emilys-house
45 Jack Layton Way
Toronto
ON
0-19 years of age, have a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), and have a progressive life-limiting illness or major medical disease that demonstrates a progressive decline.
Referral can come from a parent/guardian, pediatric palliative care physician, family physician, nurse practitioner, nurse, social worker, or case manager.
Families are responsible for providing the child’s medications, diapers and other supplies. Emily’s House will cover supplies related to advanced respite care as well as all direct costs of care.
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Central-East
Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto
Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto is a place where children, teens, women and men whose lives have been touched by cancer, as well as their families and friends, can feel they are part of a welcoming community of support. Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto has a diverse calendar of programming for anyone living with cancer along with their support network.
Bereavement (Support Groups), Camps, Family Education, Peer Support, Recreation, Support Groups
(416) 214-9898
(416) 214-0346
info@gildasclubtoronto.org
www.gildasclubtoronto.org
24 Cecil Street
Toronto
ON
Oncology patients of any age; children, teens, women, men, family and friends whose lives have been touched by cancer.
Self-referral is acceptable.
Child Life Specialists, Mental Health Professionals, Volunteers
No
Members will meet with a program staff to learn about programming options and discuss what fits best with their needs.
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Provincewide
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital focused on improving the lives of kids with disabilities. It is a global leader in applied research, teaching and learning, and client and family centred care. They pioneer treatments, technologies, therapies and real-world programs that give children with disabilities the tools to participate fully in life. They see children with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, muscular dystrophy, amputation, epilepsy, spina bifida, arthritis, cleft-lip and palate, autism and other developmental disabilities.
Accommodation, Advocacy, Assistive Devices, Camps, Counselling - General, Physiotherapy, Research, SAVTI, Social Work
(416) 425-6220
http://hollandbloorview.ca
150 Kilgour Road
Toronto
ON
Patients aged 0-18 however some services may be eligible for 18+. Contact organization for more details.
Contact organization for more details.
Program dates are set yearly.
Most services covered by Ontario Health Insurance.
Applications for various programs can be found online.
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Central-East
L’Arche Toronto
L'Arche Toronto helps individuals with intellectual disabilities discover their gifts and abilities, and support them to achieve their goals for a meaningful life.
Recreation, Residential Programs
(416) 406-2869 ext. 0
office@larchetoronto.org
www.larchetoronto.org
186 Floyd Avenue
Toronto
ON
Adults 18 years and older with developmental disabilities.
No referral required; documentation from a physician or psychologist is part of application.
Certain services require a fee. Please contact organization for more information.
Contact L'Arche office nearest you for an application.
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Central-East, Central-West, Southwest
Wellspring
Wellspring is a network of community-based support centres offering programs and services that meet the emotional, social, practical and restorative needs of people living with cancer and their caregivers. Wellspring programs are offered free of charge, and include one-to-one peer support, group support activities, learned coping skills, rehabilitation programs and much more. Wellspring centres has several locations in Ontario. Visit www.wellspring.ca to learn more about the location nearest to you.
Bereavement (Support Groups), Counselling - General, Family Education, Nutrition Counselling, Peer Support, Physiotherapy, SAVTI, Support Groups
(416) 961-1928 (Downtown Toronto Location)
(416) 961-3721
http://www.wellspring.ca/
4 Charles Street East, Suite 400
Toronto
ON
Individuals who are living with cancer and their caregivers.
Experienced professionals including psychologists, physiotherapists, therapists and dietitians.
No
Become a Member online.
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Central-West
Help a Child Smile
Help a Child Smile is an organization focused on children with cancer treated at the Children's Hospital at Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation by providing opportunities for them and their families to smile and have fun.
Recreation
(905) 385-4227
(905) 735-8386
info@helpachildsmile.com
www.helpachildsmile.com
PO Box 871
Welland
ON
Children under the age of 18, and diagnosed/treated for cancer at McMaster Children's Hospital.
Referral from Social Worker.
The program is very flexible.
No, but donations are welcome.
Apply through your social worker.
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Southwest
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance is a partnership between Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) and Wingham and District Hospital (WDH).Listowel Memorial Hospital offers a wide range of primary and secondary services to North Perth including 24-hour emergency services, in-patient and out-patient care, specialist clinics and supportive diagnostic services.Wingham and District Hospital is a modern, progressive acute care facility providing hospital services to Wingham and surrounding area including: medical, surgical, paediatric, oncological, chronic and rehabilitation bed, 24-hour emergency coverage and more.
Nursing Services, Nutrition Counselling, Occupational, Physiotherapy, Speech
(519) 357-3711 ext. 6206 (Alliance)
(519) 357-2931 (WDH); (519) 291-5440 (LMH)
ainsley.morrison@lwha.ca
http://www.lwha.ca/home.aspx
270 Carling Terrace (WDH)
Wingham
ON
Mon to Fri; 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You may leave a message on the answering message and your call will be returned.
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