Grandview Kids

Grandview Kids Providing family-centred paediatric & rehabilitation services for children and youth in Durham Region with physical, communication & developmental needs.

Please read our Social Media Community Guidelines: http://ow.ly/ihwH50Evvn2 (copy and paste link) Who we are

Grandview Children’s Centre is an independently operated not-for-profit organization. Grandview is the only outpatient rehabilitation facility in Durham Region, Ontario, Canada providing specialized programs, outpatient clinical treatment, and support to thousands of children and youth wit

h special needs and their families. Grandview offers a variety of programs and services: Medical Services, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Family Support Services, Therapeutic Recreation Services and specialized Clinics including: Orthopaedics, Orthotics and Muscle Tone. What we do

- assess, diagnose, prescribe and provide clinical treatment, specialized programs and therapies and specialized equipment for children and youth with communication, physical or developmental special needs;

- provide access to specialists, consultation and support for families;
build capacity in the community through information, knowledge exchange and consultation to professional and other organizations; and

- participate in research activity and teaching in the field of children’s rehabilitation.

May 5 marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People, als...
05/05/2026

May 5 marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People, also known as . The red dress, introduced by Métis artist Jaime Black, symbolizes the ongoing national crisis rooted in the impacts of colonization.

On Red Dress Day, and throughout the year, we honour those lost, support grieving families and raise awareness by wearing red, learning about MMIWG2S and engaging in community events.

Visit https://ow.ly/enBQ50YVaS9 to learn more about Red Dress Day and other dates of significance in May, written by members of our IDEA Committee.

Join us for  ® this Wednesday, May 6, 2026!This year, select McDonald's Canada locations in Ajax are supporting Grandvie...
05/04/2026

Join us for ® this Wednesday, May 6, 2026!

This year, select McDonald's Canada locations in Ajax are supporting Grandview Kids on McHappyDay®. We are grateful for the support McDonald’s® has shown to Grandview Kids over the years and are proud to partner once again for a day focused on kindness, community and making a difference.

On May 6, a portion of every order at select McDonald’s locations will support children, youth and families accessing Grandview Kids services.

Visit the following locations to support Grandview Kids:
• Bayly and Harwood, 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax
• Kingston Road and Salem, 135 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax
• Taunton and Ravenscroft, 1951 Ravenscroft Rd., Ajax

Grandview Kids thanks each McDonald’s location for supporting the children and youth we serve. We look forward to seeing you on May 6.

Join the Adolescent Transition Program for a fun evening featuring music, dancing, and creative activities. Participants...
05/02/2026

Join the Adolescent Transition Program for a fun evening featuring music, dancing, and creative activities. Participants can enjoy the dance floor, hands-on experiences such as the Makey Makey invention kit, and other opportunities for connection and self-expression.

The event is open to youth aged 15 and older.

Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Grandview Kids Ajax - The Jerry Coughlan Building, 1461 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, ON, L1T 4T9

To learn more and register, visit https://ow.ly/pyyE50YTEjC

May 1 marks  , a time to recognize the individuals who choose a career in medicine and the care they provide every day. ...
05/01/2026

May 1 marks , a time to recognize the individuals who choose a career in medicine and the care they provide every day. At Grandview Kids, our physicians are dedicated to providing high-quality paediatric care and rehabilitation services to children and youth.

We recognize and thank Dr. Hunt, Dr. Siapno, Dr. Knights, Dr. Fischer, Dr. Chatur, Dr. Mason, Dr. Johnstone, Dr. Wong and Dr. Gardner, as well as the dedicated group of physicians who work with us in the community.

Has a member of   made an impact in the life of your child, youth or family? Clients and caregivers are invited to recog...
04/30/2026

Has a member of made an impact in the life of your child, youth or family? Clients and caregivers are invited to recognize the dedication of our physicians, clinicians, staff, students and volunteers by nominating them for the Power of One Award.

Nominations are open until Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. One winner will be announced at the Grandview Kids Annual General Meeting in June. Stay tuned for more information about our 2025-26 Annual General Meeting in the coming weeks!

To learn more or submit a nomination, visit https://ow.ly/5wmb50YGMzb

April is  , a time to celebrate and support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condit...
04/29/2026

April is , a time to celebrate and support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition that affects brain development. At Grandview Kids, we recognize that autism looks different for everyone and champion the importance of celebrating each person’s unique strengths.

On our blog, Grandview Kids caregivers Brett and Celine share their family’s journey raising their three children, Elle, Liam and Connor, all on the autism spectrum. With support from Grandview Kids, their children have grown in communication, confidence and independence through programs, services and community connections.

Their story highlights the power of early support and advocacy, as well as the importance of understanding each child’s unique strengths and differences. It also reinforces that progress does not follow a set timeline and encourages society to lead with empathy, patience and understanding.

To read Elle, Liam and Connor’s story, visit the Grandview Kids blog via https://ow.ly/faJa50YS0I0

04/28/2026

With care and compassion, we invite Grandview Kids families to our Second Annual Memorial Service, offering an opportunity to gather in remembrance of children and youth from the Grandview Kids community who are no longer with us.

The service will include moments of remembrance, a butterfly release, a bubble ceremony, light refreshments, and a mindful meditation focused on grief and healing. There will also be supportive activities available for siblings and caregivers. Grandview Kids staff, along with community partners, will be present throughout the morning to offer care and support.

Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Grandview Kids Ajax - The Jerry Coughlan Building, 1461 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, ON, L1T 4T9

If you are unable to attend in person, a link to join virtually will be sent to you directly.

For more information and to register please email Fadia.Omer@grandviewkids.ca or Kristina.Vandenbroek@grandviewkids.ca.

Join the Family Engagement Team for their April in-person Caregiver Café! Join other caregivers in a relaxed, supportive...
04/26/2026

Join the Family Engagement Team for their April in-person Caregiver Café! Join other caregivers in a relaxed, supportive space and enjoy light refreshments

Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Grandview Kids Ajax - The Jerry Coughlan Building, 1461 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, ON, L1T 4T9

To learn more and register, visit https://ow.ly/jBIx50YQ2jF

Has a member of   made an impact in the life of your child, youth or family? Clients and caregivers are invited to recog...
04/25/2026

Has a member of made an impact in the life of your child, youth or family? Clients and caregivers are invited to recognize the dedication of our physicians, clinicians, staff, students and volunteers by nominating them for the Power of One Award.

Nominations are open until Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. One winner will be announced at the Grandview Kids Annual General Meeting in June. Stay tuned for more information about our 2025-26 Annual General Meeting in the coming weeks!

To learn more or submit a nomination, visit https://ow.ly/1oWx50YHaWJ

04/24/2026

As comes to an end, we recognize the incredible impact of our volunteers at Grandview Kids. In honour of this year’s theme, , we asked our volunteers what they love about their experience at Grandview Kids.

We are grateful for their dedication and care, and for the many ways they help enrich the experiences of our clients, families and staff.

To learn more about volunteering at Grandview Kids, visit https://ow.ly/RE6X50YPoKB

April 23 marks  , a time to celebrate the joy of reading. At Grandview Kids, we are proud to highlight our book, A Place...
04/23/2026

April 23 marks , a time to celebrate the joy of reading. At Grandview Kids, we are proud to highlight our book, A Place Where Everyone Belongs, which focuses on belonging, inclusion and acceptance. It explores the many ways people move, communicate, play and learn.

Thoughtfully curated by the Family Engagement Team and supported through the generosity of Lyn Coughlan and her late husband, Jerry Coughlan, this book is available for purchase for $15 by debit or credit at the Grandview Kids Café in The Jerry Coughlan Building or to borrow through the Ajax Public Library!

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1461 Harwood Avenue N
Oshawa, ON
L1T0R3

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 8pm
Friday 7:30am - 7pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:15pm

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