EXTRA HANDS
Serving East York and surrounding areas
​Care Collective
Kidcare
Care that is safe, adaptable, and centred on your child
We believe children thrive in environments that feel warm, inclusive, and secure. Safety is always a priority, and care is shaped around your child’s interests, routines, and needs. Whether we’re at home, in the community, or out exploring, flexibility and responsiveness guide everything we do.
Meals, Snacks, & Nutrition
Nutritious food, thoughtfully prepared
Children deserve food that supports their health and that they enjoy eating. We prepare meals and snacks using ingredients you provide, accommodating dietary needs and preferences such as allergies, vegetarian or vegan diets, lactose intolerance, gluten intolerance, and diabetes.
Care is taken to consider textures, flavours, and presentation, and kitchens are always left clean and tidy.
Activities, Adventures, & Experiences
Safe, meaningful, and guided by curiosity
We support children’s natural curiosity by offering engaging, age-appropriate activities that build confidence, creativity, and life skills. Activities are always approved in advance, and safety is prioritized at every step.
Experiences may include:
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Reading, crafts, puzzles, and creative play
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Cooking and baking together
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Outdoor play, walks, and nature exploration
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Library visits, museums, and community outings
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Downtime and rest when needed
Activities are fully customizable and follow the child’s interests and energy levels.
Hygiene & Daily Routines
Building skills with patience and understanding
Good hygiene habits are supported through modelling, explanation, and encouragement. Tasks such as handwashing, teeth brushing, bathing, and getting dressed are approached calmly and respectfully, with attention to the child’s comfort and understanding.
Homework Help & School Preparation
Supporting learning in a way that makes sense
We help children build confidence in learning and school routines through supportive, individualized approaches.
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Support may include:
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Homework assistance
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Creating effective work environments
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Building foundational learning and life skills
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Preparing for upcoming school transitions
More in-depth academic support can be arranged when needed.
Transportation
Safe and reliable travel support
Transportation can be provided to and from school, programs, appointments, or activities, with all details and any travel costs discussed in advance.
Respite Care
SSAH & similar funding
We can support families who use government-funded respite programs, such as Special Services at Home (SSAH). Our respite support focuses on safe, respectful, relationship-based care within our standard kidcare scope. We are familiar with submitting and approving expenses through platforms such as MyDirectPlan when arranged in advance with families.
Fully Customizable Care
Care is always adaptable. If you have specific needs, questions, or ideas, we’re happy to work with you to create a plan that fits your family.