Stories
Read firsthand accounts from the people whose lives have been touched by Toronto Autism Services Network.
Recent Stories
Caregiver
It is so challenging raising a child with ASD that your help means the world to us. You have helped me find hope that our son can perhaps speak one day and have given me ways to have fun with him and develop so many language opportunities that did not exist before. I find him a happier boy who shares lots of positive emotions with me and that in itself makes me forever grateful to our Social ABCs coach and the entire team.
Caregiver
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Caregiver
Since I started the program I feel much more confidence, and the achievements of [my son] make us so happy. Each new word, each new action is the greatest happiness in the world, and I was part of it.
Caregiver
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Caregiver
I seriously believe that one main reason (my son) continues to improve in his speech and communication is because you (the Social ABCs) gave him a head start. He can now express himself in simple sentences and so much more.
Caregiver
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Caregiver
Thanks, Strides team, keep it up! You’re doing an amazing job especially during this trying time. Special thanks to (my therapists) who have been so kind and generous with their time. Very helpful and supportive. Stay safe and more power!
Caregiver
Strides Toronto
Crystal B, Caregiver
"I have been struggling with my mental health while trying to support my son with autism spectrum disorder during this pandemic. Looking for a convenient way to access information, I decided to take an Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Foundational Family Services program through Surrey Place called Triple P Stepping Stones.
I'm so glad that I took the initiative to sign up because it helped me tremendously. The information and advice was very helpful and I felt a sense of community, lightness and positivity.
I can't say enough wonderful things! Thank you, Surrey Place, for always being there for us parents, especially during these difficult and trying times. I don't know what we'd do without you."
Crystal B, Caregiver
Foundational Family Services
Surrey Place