Community Mental Health Centers

Treatment and supports for developmental disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), such as day program, respite, clinical interventions, life skills development, family services, and social opportunities; includes access to Ontario Autism Program (OAP), visit website for informationChildren and youth 12-18 years:Asperger"s Youth for Community Engagement and Socialization Program (AYCES)Development of social and life skills through community and social activities for youth with a diagnosis of Asperger"s Syndrome and/or High Functioning Autism; respite available after school, weekends, and during school breaksYouth Respite ProgramFor families of youth 12-18 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental disabilities, includes March and summer break, summer camp, and other school closuresGalloway After School Program (GASP), see separate listingYoung adults and adults:Saturday Adult Respite ProgramFlexible, short term respite for families and caregivers of individuals 18-35 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental disabilities, includes social and life skills developmentAdults Achieving Independence through Motivation and Skills (AAIMS)Day program for adults 18 years and older, with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental disabilities, includes social and recreation activitiesLocations in Scarborough vary, contact for information or visit website