George Jeffrey Children’s Centre Service Request

Getting started

change log

2024-10-10 robv: change logic for service eligibility (which will be easier to maintain in the future), remove ACS for parents & helpers 2024-10-03 robv: add routing for School referrals
2024-09-12 robv: changes for SBRS, 2 new pages
2024-06-20 robv: changed PSL referral date to show based on Relationship to child.
2024-06-13 robv: 1st page, "what is your relationship to the child - add PSL Service Provider; Services page, for Speech Therapy, add PSL Referral date

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre is the SmartStart Hub for the City and District of Thunder Bay.

What is a SmartStart Hub? SmartStart Hubs are entry points to services for parents with concerns about their child’s ability to move around, perform daily tasks like feeding and eating, speak with and be understood by others, get along with others, and/or take part in daily activities.

Think of SmartStart Hubs as a front door to find and access developmental services for children and youth. We do all the work. Register with us, and we will connect the family directly to services and supports that their child/youth need. Depending on a family's needs, services may be provided by George Jeffrey or by other Partner Agencies.

More information for professional referral sources

Professional referral sources include: Early childhood educators, school representatives, physicians and nurse practitioners, Children's Aid Services, and other community partners.

What to Expect:

Complete this service request in moments, usually less than 5 minutes.

Once completed, the parent/legal guardian will receive a confirmation email, inviting them to book an initial intake phone call with one of our team members. During the initial intake call our team will help identify and connect with the services that fit the child's needs.

^*What is your relationship to the child?

calculations - getting started

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