Application
Referral from the Children's Services Network (CSCN) * if the child resides outside of the CSCN area email askvanier@vanier.com
Eligibility / Target Population
Children who have experienced multiple placement breakdowns, ongoing rejection by potential placements, and require consistent and predictable implementation of strategies/interventions over a long period of time to support improvement in their emotional health
Fees
Set per diem or Ministry of Health Funded
Languages
English ; French
Language Notes
French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request, contact bilingual intake at 519-433-3101 ext 228 and 519-433-3101 ext 174
Area Served
Southwestern Ontario
Accessibility
Partially Accessible
Description of Services
Specialized program for children who have complex trauma histories and have been in multiple placements, including separation from their family * long term live-in treatment available to provide them with the safety and continuity of relationships to deal with their traumatic past
Clients have serious relationship-destroying behaviours, such as fire-setting, smearing, sexual behaviours, and aggression * length of residence up to 1 year * focus of treatment will be on addressing complex trauma needs and developing skills that support each child's resilience - emotion management, learning, problem solving, and social skills
