LRCSS goes back to virtual after Premier Ford announces state of emergency on January 12, 2021

In order to be responsible and responsive to today’s announcement, Lake Ridge Community Support Services will be moving back to virtual services only, effective Thursday, January 14, 2021. Following public health and safety guidelines is a priority for our Agency as is the health and safety of our clients, families and staff. We want to continue to protect our clients, families and staff and help stop the spread of COVID-19.

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Lake Ridge Community Support Services to Re-Open Jan. 11th with strict protocol

After limiting applied behaviour analysis (ABA) services in Durham Region to virtual-only amid the Ontario-wide shutdown on Boxing Day 2020, Lake Ridge Community Support Services will re-open on January 11th with strict protocols and capacity restrictions.

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COVID-19 Update and Client, Parent & Caregiver Letter

August 14, 2020 - To date, our first phase of reopening for return to in-person service at our Lake Ridge locations has been going well. The protective measures and screening protocols are keeping our clients and teams safe.

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What you need to know about obtaining face-to-face service at Lake Ridge Community Support Services in Phase 2/3

In order to keep our clients, caregivers, guests and our staff safe during phase 2, phase 3 and subsequent phases of the government’s re-opening of Durham Region, Lake Ridge Community Support Services have put in specific protocols.

Welcome back to services: Here is what you need to know

We are happy to inform everyone that as of July 6, we are resuming in-person service at our Lake Ridge locations only. When we see our clients in-person again to resume service, things will be a little different. Here are some of the new protocols we have put in place to ensure a safe return to in-person services.

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Ontario Government’s Announcement on Phase 1 of Re-Opening Ontario: What does it mean for Autism Services at Lake Ridge Community Support Services

Lake Ridge Community Support Services update based on the most recent announcement by the Ontario Government on phase 1 of re-opening the province.

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5 Things You Can Do At Home Other Than Watch TV Or Browse Social Media

During this uncertain time, many people are finding it difficult to keep busy, If you’re anything like me, maybe your default activity to keep you busy has been using your phone to browse social media or binge-watching your favourite show on Netflix. Regardless, I’ve noticed whatever I’ve chosen to do hasn’t been very meaningful, so I thought I’d share some ideas of some things that I have done and you can do to avoid excessive use of screen time.

InspirationCathy Stapleton, BSc. KIN, AUBSApril 30, 2020Lake Ridge Community Support ServicesCOVID-19, corona virus, novel coronavirus, social distancing, self isolating, physical distancing

Telehealth and Virtual Sessions are available at Lake Ridge Community Support Services

23-APR-2020 - On March 16th after much deliberation, we decided to suspend all face-to-face services in response to the need for physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. While face-to-face services continue to be suspended to help proactively stop the potential spread of the coronavirus and ensure the safety of our clients, families, mediators and staff at Lake Ridge Community Support Services we continue to deliver effective ABA services via Telehealth and online Virtual sessions.

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Best practices for preventing the spread of COVID-19 from Durham Region Public Health Department

Best Practices for preventing the spread of COVID-19 from Durham Public Health Department, videos on hand washing and the recommended precautions.

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What to do with your children for the next 3 weeks amid social distancing for COVID-19

March break and school shutdowns amid COVID-19 means parents will be entertaining their children for the next 3 weeks as we adjust to social distancing. In light of that here are some ideas of how you can keep your kids engaged and having fun during this unprecedented time.

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Face-to-face services are suspended until further notice effective March 16, 2020 at Lake Ridge Community Support Services

15-MAR-2020 Given the continuously changing situation in Durham Region and Ontario with the COVID-19 virus, Lake Ridge Community Support Services with much deliberation has decided to suspend all face to face services for the next three weeks, effective Monday March 16, 2020. We plan to open Monday April 6, 2020 provided it is safe to do so. We are making this decision to help proactively stop the potential spread of the virus and ensure the safety of our clients, families, mediators and staff.

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Novel coronavirus update from the Durham Region Health Department

5-MAR-2020 Corona Virus update, who is at risk, and how can you protect employees and clients. To date (5-Mar-2020), 2 cases of novel coronavirus COVID-19 have been reported in Durham Region. The Health Department continues to monitor the situation closely.

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Novel coronavirus update from the Durham Region Health Department

Learn about the Coronavirus, what are the risks, how is it spread and how can you protect employees and clients. To date (5-Feb-2020), no cases of novel coronavirus have been reported in Durham Region. The Health Department continues to monitor the situation closely.

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