Services in Grey Bruce Counties

Autism Society Ontario (ASO), Grey Bruce Chapter has been advocating for accessible services in this region for a number of years.  Last year, the Developmental Services network funded  ASO to continue this work.  The Autism Society asked Kerry's Pace Autism Services (KPAS) to assist in determining the capacity and need in Grey and Bruce Counties.  At the end of the last year, KPAS and ASO had the opportunity to meet with a number of families and agencies that provide supports and services in the Grey and Bruce counties.  Following this day, a needs analysis survey was distributed to individuals, families and agencies that live and work in these counties.  The completed surveys were returned to KPAS and the data and results were shared with these communities. Subsequently, the next phase was the development of an Action Plan to determine services (see links below).

Acknowledgements

Kerry’s Place Autism Services and the Autism Society of Ontario, Grey-Bruce Chapter wish to express our gratitude to all of the individuals with ASD, their family members and professionals who took the time to complete the Needs Analysis Survey. Many respondents added their comments, suggestions and observations.

We are also very grateful to the many community agencies who participated in the distribution of the surveys while maintaining the anonymity of the respondents.  Without their assistance, the survey would not have been possible. 

Finally, thank you to the Developmental Services Network for providing the funds for this project.

Summary of Findings

Action Plan to Determine Services in Grey-Bruce