Early response to the mental health needs of elementary school children (Grades 1 to 5)  who present with self-regulation or behavioural difficulties in the school/family/community setting * intervention for external behaviours (throwing, kicking, etc) and internalizing (crying, covert behaviour, etc)

Clinical intervention components offered:

• intake
• initial mental health summary report
• referral to existing community resources that may augment and/or better suit the child’s needs
• "Warm Hand Off" practices (face-to-face transition of service and formal introductions) where helpful and available
• referral to existing school-based programs for skill development and academic intervention or assessment
• quick access to medical and mental health resources for diagnostic and treatment planning where appropriate 
• psycho-education surrounding interventions, strategies and skills with a focus on parent skill building * may include increasing social and behaviour competencies, enhancing peer relationships, self-regulation development and skill building, and supporting existing strengths
• consultation on collaborative home or classroom strategies when requested to support communication and skill development
• education regarding distress tolerance, coping and managing dysregulated behaviours
• information sharing and consultation for parents and school personnel regarding community resources and programs for both child and adult
  
  

Involves of a number of organizations including:

• Vanier Children's Services 
• London District Catholic School Board
•  Thames Valley District School Board
• Conseil scolaire Viamonde
• Conseil scolaire catholique Providence
• Wellkin (formerly known as OECYC - Elgin Child and Youth Centre)