Blind Low Vision
The Blind Low Vision (BLV) Program supports children born blind or with low vision from birth to school entry. The program provides family-centered education and support to help parents nurture their child’s development and daily skills at home and in early learning settings.
Early Words
The Early Words (EW) Preschool Speech and Language Program provides support to Hamilton families with children from birth to school entry, helping them build strong communication skills for a successful future. Early Words is a collaboration between ASCY and Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre.
Infant Hearing Program
Hamilton – Brant – Haldimand-Norolk – Niagara
The Infant Hearing Program (IHP) offers hearing screenings for all newborns, in the hospital or community settings. The program identifies newborns with permanent hearing loss, monitors children at risk of developing hearing loss and provides support for their language development, ensuring they are ready to start school with confidence.
Professional Learning & Resources
ASCY’s Professional Learning & Resources team collaborates with child care educators and programs to enhance professional development. Valuable resources are provided through the resource libraries (Ham, HN), the ASCY/Lynwood Partnership and the Collaborative Studio.
About ASCY
Founded in 1994, ASCY is a non-profit agency funded through The City of Hamilton and The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the County of Haldimand Norfolk. Working in collaboration with families, children, professionals and communities to share knowledge, build capacity, reach potential and provide equitable opportunities for all, our broad range of programs and services include:
- Central South Blind Low Vision Early Intervention Program, offered in Hamilton, Niagara, Brant, and Haldimand Norfolk
- Central South Infant Hearing Program, offered in Hamilton, Niagara, Brant, and Haldimand Norfolk
- Early Words Preschool Speech and Language Program, offered in Hamilton
- Professional Learning and Resources, with services offered in Hamilton and Haldimand Norfol
