Behaviour Aide Services

Personalized, Compassionate Support for Children and Youth

At Root and Grow Services, our Behaviour Aide program offers one-on-one, hands-on support for children and youth who require assistance in managing behaviours, emotional regulation, and social interaction. Behaviour Aides work directly with the child in their home, school, or community settings to help reinforce positive behaviours and reduce challenges that may be impacting daily life.

Our aides follow individualized strategies created in collaboration with caregivers, therapists, and behaviour consultants. We believe that all behaviour is a form of communication, and we strive to understand and respond to each child’s unique needs with empathy, consistency, and care.

We have extensive experience working with neurodivergent children, including those with:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Developmental delays

  • Emotional and behavioural challenges

  • Anxiety, OCD, and sensory processing differences

Our Approach

Our Behaviour Aides focus on building meaningful, trusting relationships. We know that growth happens when children feel safe, supported, and respected. Our services are rooted in a person-centered, strengths-based approach, with the goal of helping each child gain skills, confidence, and independence.

Support may include:

  • Implementing behaviour intervention or support plans

  • Supporting communication, transitions, and routine development

  • Coaching emotional regulation and coping strategies

  • Implement strategies from OT, PT, Psychologist, SLP and other services

  • Encouraging social skill building through play and structured activities

  • Promoting life skills such as dressing, hygiene, and following instructions

  • Working toward goals set in coordination with families and professionals

We regularly communicate with families and service teams to ensure consistency, progress, and alignment with broader goals.

Who Are Behaviour Aides?

Behaviour Aides are trained professionals with experience supporting children and youth with a range of needs. They are skilled in applying evidence-informed strategies and fostering positive relationships while maintaining a calm, engaging, and proactive presence. All aides are supervised and supported by qualified behaviour consultants or child and youth professionals to ensure quality care.

Funding & Accessibility

Our Behaviour Aide services may be covered under programs such as FSCD (Family Support for Children with Disabilities). We can assist families in navigating funding options and creating a plan that fits your child’s needs.