Healthy Kids Toronto

Community-based networks across Ontario have developed Early Child Development and Parenting Resource System Pathway templates in response to the 18-month well-baby visit. These pathways help link families to appropriate community services and programs that promote development, reduce risks, and address developmental concerns.

The Toronto Early Childhood and Family Resource System: Pathway and Resource Listing (Toronto’s adaptation of the provincial template). The goal of the Toronto pathway is to:

• Increase screening by physicians of children 18 months of age;
• Increase use of services and supports for families of young children living in Toronto; and
• Improve response and coordinated access to services for children with developmental concerns

There is now an accompanying website with useful resources and information. Here is the link http://healthykidstoronto.ca/