First Diagnosis

Understand the diagnosis your child receives and arm yourself with knowledge to better prepare yourself for what lies ahead.

Early Childhood Intervention Program

Access the ministry's early childhood intervention services

Funding

Various funding sources are available to families depending on the needs and diagnosis of your child.

Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

Determine your child's eligibility for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC).

Registered Disability Saving Plan (RDSP)

If eligible, open a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) for your youth.

Kindergarten

Research schools and enroll your child in kindergarten.

School Meeting

Plan a meeting with school team.

Summer Check List

In the month of August, confirm that your requests for the beginning of the school year are in place.

Individual Education Plans (IEP)

Familiarize yourself with Individual Education Plans

Getting Connected

Network with other families and build your circle of support.

Social Network

Start to work on your child's social network as soon as possible

Associations and support groups

Consider joining an association or support group.

Infant Development Program

Access the Infant Development Program.

Supported Child Development

Access the Supported Child Development.

Aboriginal Supported Child Development

Access the Aboriginal Supported Child Development if applicable.

Early Intervention Therapy Program

Access the Early Intervention Therapy Program if appliceale.

Charitable funding

Variety Club CKNW Orphan's Fund, Easter Seals

Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)

Research the Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). Start one if it is a good fit for your youth and family.

Reports/ Assessments

Makes copies of the most recent reports and assessments for your child's school.

FSI Event Calendar

FSI has regular online support groups, workshops, and information sessions with a wide variety of guest speakers for individuals and their families to explore.