• Program Unit Funding (PUF) Programs

These programs are funded by Alberta Learning to assist children between the ages of 2 and 6 years with severe developmental needs within a home or school based program, the goal being to support the child’s development for the school setting.  The programs include aide support and are under the supervision of a teacher. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Psychology may also be provided, according to the child’s needs.

• Specialized Services For Children with Disabilities

• Aide Support Services

These programs are funded by Family Support for Children with Disabilities.  Behavioral or developmental aide support is provided under supervision, with goals typically focusing on both training parents and practising and generalizing skills and strategies across home and community environments.

• Group Programs

Social Skills Programs
LEAD Foundation offers two Saturday social skills programs for children with ASD and other developmental disabilities. Children ages 3 to 6 (who are toilet trained) are invited to join our Buddy Brigade program. This program is typically 1.5 hours in length. We typically have a 1:1 program assistant ration for our Buddy Brigade program. Children 6 to 9 years old are welcome to attend our Friend Quest program. This program is typically 3 hours in length. We typically utilize a 2:1 or 3:1 program assistant ratio. Each program runs in 8 week session blocks from October to May.

PROGRAM PHILOPSOPHY
Play to learn and learn to play! Through play and structured learning themes children will learn
goals related to individual and group needs. Examples of learning themes include skills to develop an understanding of feelings, pragmatic communication, self-esteem, friendship, self regulation, and self reflection. Activities encompass fine motor, gross motor, role playing and video modeling. Once practiced goals are then transitioned to community environments in group outings.