Effective Tuesday, April 11th, 2023 our agency will be moving to a ‘mask-friendly’ environment which means staff and visitors will have a personal choice regarding whether they would like to wear a mask. Masks will continue to be available at our entrances for everyone.

Service UpdatesSandie Hoskin, Executive Director, LRCSSApril 3, 2023Lake Ridge Community Support Servicescovid, covid19, COVID-19, covid-19, COVID 19, face mask

LRCSS response to province lifting of COVID-19 mandates

Effective March 14th the Ontario government ended mandated vaccination policies for education, health and long-term care. At this time, @lrcssaba will be keeping our current protocols in place. The health and safety of our clients, caregivers and staff remain our top priority.

Service Updates, Press ReleaseBrian Stanton, MarketingMarch 15, 2022Lake Ridge Community Support Servicescovid19, COVID-19, covid-19, COVID 19, screening for covid-19

LRCSS returning to in-person service in response to recent re-opening of Durham Schools

Today our government announced that Durham Region school boards will be returning to in-person learning on Monday, February 8, 2021. In response to this announcement, Lake Ridge will also be working on returning to in-person service, based on appropriateness, effective Monday, February 8, 2021.

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LRCSS goes back to virtual after Premier Ford announces state of emergency on January 12, 2021

In order to be responsible and responsive to today’s announcement, Lake Ridge Community Support Services will be moving back to virtual services only, effective Thursday, January 14, 2021. Following public health and safety guidelines is a priority for our Agency as is the health and safety of our clients, families and staff. We want to continue to protect our clients, families and staff and help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Service Updates, Public ServiceSandie Hoskin, Executive Director, LRCSSJanuary 12, 2021Lake Ridge Community Support Servicescovid19, COVID-19, covid-19, COVID 19, screening for covid-19, Ontario Lockdown, Ontario state of emergency, corona virus, coronavirus, novel coronavirus

Lake Ridge Community Support Services to Re-Open Jan. 11th with strict protocol

After limiting applied behaviour analysis (ABA) services in Durham Region to virtual-only amid the Ontario-wide shutdown on Boxing Day 2020, Lake Ridge Community Support Services will re-open on January 11th with strict protocols and capacity restrictions.

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REIMAGINE HALLOWEEN DURING COVID-19: 10 alternatives to turn a tricky Halloween into a treat for your child with autism

10 fun tips to reimagine Halloween for your child with autism during the Covid-19 pandemic. From scavenger hunts to games and activities we have the best tips for Halloween 2020 and beyond. Plus a bonus tip.

Seasonal, InspirationBrian Stanton, MarketingOctober 7, 2020Lake Ridge Community Support ServicesHalloween, trick-or-treat, Halloween activities, COVID-19, covid19, corona virus, coronavirus, covid-19, COVID 19, social distancing, face mask

COVID-19 Update and Client, Parent & Caregiver Letter

August 14, 2020 - To date, our first phase of reopening for return to in-person service at our Lake Ridge locations has been going well. The protective measures and screening protocols are keeping our clients and teams safe.

Service UpdatesSandie Hoskin, Executive Director, LRCSSAugust 14, 2020Lake Ridge Community Support ServicesCOVID-19, covid19, covid-19, screening for covid-19, phase 3, phase 3 re-opening, coronavirus, corona virus, novel coronavirus, re-opening

What you need to know about obtaining face-to-face service at Lake Ridge Community Support Services in Phase 2/3

In order to keep our clients, caregivers, guests and our staff safe during phase 2, phase 3 and subsequent phases of the government’s re-opening of Durham Region, Lake Ridge Community Support Services have put in specific protocols.

Welcome back to services: Here is what you need to know

We are happy to inform everyone that as of July 6, we are resuming in-person service at our Lake Ridge locations only. When we see our clients in-person again to resume service, things will be a little different. Here are some of the new protocols we have put in place to ensure a safe return to in-person services.

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Ontario Government’s Announcement on Phase 1 of Re-Opening Ontario: What does it mean for Autism Services at Lake Ridge Community Support Services

Lake Ridge Community Support Services update based on the most recent announcement by the Ontario Government on phase 1 of re-opening the province.

Public ServiceBrian Stanton, MarketingMay 15, 2020Lake Ridge Community Support ServicesCOVID-19, COVID 19, covid-19, covid19, corona virus, coronavirus, novel coronavirus, phase 1 re-opening, phase 1, ontario government, Ministry of Children Community and Social Services