Provides education and support for parents to help encourage the healthy development of their children. Parents learn to help their children develop the skills they need for daily activities at home and in early learning and care settings. Program services include:
- home visiting
- child care consultation
- family support
- intervention
Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Government of Ontario.
Organizations that offer this Service
Sites that offer this Service
Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30-16:30
Tuesday:
8:30-16:30
Wednesday:
8:30-16:30
Thursday:
8:30-16:30
Friday:
8:30-16:30
Saturday:
Closed
Mon-Fri
8:30 am-4:30 pm
Closed for statutory holidays
Work: 905-574-6876 (General inquiries)
Work: 905-381-2828 x225 (Early Words)
Fax Number: 905-385-2778
1425 Cormorant Rd
Hamilton, ON
L9G 4V5
Eligibility
For young children who are blind or have low vision, and their families.
Areas Served
Hamilton
Fees
Fee
None
Languages
English
French
Application Instructions
Contact to register. Referrals accepted by a physician, ophthalmologist, optometrist, parent or caregiver.
Contact
Sharon Skingley, Administrative Support, Affiliated Services for Children and Youth, Early Words Site
Jennifer Dunlop, Family Support Worker, Affiliated Services for Children and Youth, Early Words Site
Ruth Doherty, Manager, Program Coordinator, Affiliated Services for Children and Youth, Early Words Site
Age Range
6 years and younger
Classifications
Last Full Update
January 18, 2023