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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Organization: CHEO - Development and Rehabilitation - Ottawa Centre
Phone Numbers: Access Team 613-737-2757 * Central Ottawa 613-737-0871
Toll-Free: 1-800-565-4839 - Central Ottawa
Fax: Access Team 613-738-4841 * Central Ottawa 613-523-5167
Website: www.cheo.on.ca
Address: c/o Main Reception
395 Smyth Rd
Ottawa, ON
K1H 8L2
Intersection: Alta Vista Dr and Smyth Rd
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Executives: Jennifer Proulx - Vice President, Child Development and Community Services
jproulx@cheo.on.ca
Service Description: Assess and connect families and physicians to the correct care and treatment for children and youth

Services referral may include:
  • social work
  • autism diagnosis
  • care and respite
  • physiotherapy
  • occupational therapy
  • recreation therapy
  • behaviour services
  • First Words Preschool Speech and Language Program
Fees: Set fees * Covered by the Ontario Health Card
Application: Fill out the Access Team's referral form found on the website. Send the completed form by fax or mail to the Access Team
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Children and youth 17 years and under who have:
  • missed important developmental milestones, like sitting or talking

  • complex physical and cognitive health issues

  • simple rehabilitation needs, like temporary treatment after a sports injury

and families who may need a break from caring for their child or youth with complex needs
Languages: English ; French - Designated Agency under the French Language Services Act ; Interpretive Services
Area(s) Served: Eastern Ontario ; Northern Ontario

This information was last completely updated on: 3-10-2025


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