Category Archives: Life skills

Introducing Your Baby to Solid Foods: A Sensory Experience Virtual Workshop with Play On Pediatric Therapy

January 28 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
This session will focus on the sensory aspects of the transition, exploring how babies experience textures, tastes, and new sensations. We’ll provide practical strategies to make mealtime enjoyable and stress-free, while also fostering positive associations with food. Parents will learn how to support their baby’s development through sensory exploration and gain confidence in navigating this exciting milestone.
*For parents and caregivers of young infants*
REGISTER HERE:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/earlyon-intro-to-solid-foods-a-sensory-experience-virtual-workshop-tickets-1120078437759?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎲 Adventure Awaits! Explore, Create, and Connect Through Role-Playing Games!

Looking for a safe and creative space where teens can express themselves, build social skills, and have fun?

PlayStories.ca offers personalized role-playing game (RPG) sessions tailored for teens on the autism spectrum.

🎲 Start One-on-One
Every player begins with customized one-on-one sessions designed to build confidence, communication, and teamwork skills.

🎲 Transition to a Group Adventure

When ready, players can join a group program to collaborate, make friends, and dive into epic Dungeons & Dragons adventures!

Read their flyer here

• Develop social and problem-solving skills
• Experience guided storytelling tailored to individual needs
• Build connections in a welcoming, inclusive community

📅 Sign Up Today!
Visit www.playstories.ca or email shawn.roske@gmail.com

❄️ Winter Circle of Security Parenting™ Group Session! ❄️

Parent Resource Centre/Centre de ressources pour parents is excited to announce their upcoming Circle of Security Parenting™ Group sessions starting in January! This 8-week online workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children aged 0-18. Enhance your understanding of your child’s emotional world, strengthen your relationship and feel more confident in your parenting skills. It’s free, virtual, and an excellent opportunity to be the supportive presence your child needs.
🗓️ Winter 2025 Dates & Times:
Evening Session: Tuesdays, January 28 – March 25, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Daytime Session: Tuesdays, February 4 – April 1, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📌 Free & Virtual!
📅 Secure your spot soon!
📧 To register, email frp@parentresource.ca or call 613-565-2467 ext. 237
Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to support your child’s emotional development and strengthen your family bond!

🚨 Welcome Sunshine Day Camp’s Collaborative Leadership Camp🚨

This camp is more than just summer fun—it’s about equipping young individuals with practical skills for school, home, and community life while celebrating their unique strengths.

If this is something you are interested in please fill out Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton’s information mailing list to be the first to know about anything and everything leadership camp.
https://form.jotform.com/250126157672051

🏃‍♂️‍➡️Dunrobin Recreational Social Club for Neurodivergent Adults

Choice of Wednesdays and/or Fridays (1:15 – 3:15 p.m)
Only $10.00 per session (see flyer below)
For program eligibility and for more information, please email Info@DunrobinCommunity.com

flyer, information available below

Dunrobin Recreational Social Club for neurodivergent adults
“Where fun with friends never ends”
Rotating Activities: A new experience each week!

Drum Fit
Dance with Props
Ball Pilates
Baking, Decorating, Food Prep
Line Dancing
Qigong Tai Chi Stick
Educational Crafts
Sports
Skating
Snowshoeing

Time: 1:15-3:15 p.m

Wednesdays: 8 Sessions $80.00 (Jan 8,15,22,29 / Feb 5,12,19,26)
Friday: 8 Sessions $80.00 (Jan 10,17,24,31 / Feb 7,14,21, 28)
Wednesdays & Fridays

16 sessions $160.00

To register & for more information please email Info@DunrobinCommunity.Com

🎉Active Pediatrics Waitlist Has Finally Reopened!

If you’ve been waiting to start services, now’s the perfect time to join.

The quickest way to get on the waitlist is by accessing the link below to complete the self-intake form. You can also call or email them, and they’ll happily guide you through the process.

They can’t wait to support your child on their journey! 💜

Link: https://activepediatrics.therabyte.app/site/forms/intake-forms/active-pediatrics-self-intake-waitlist-form

💻Supporting Individuals with Down Syndrome in Managing Personal Hygiene

Join Adult Down Syndrome Center on Thursday, December 12, at 11:00 a.m. CST for their final webinar of 2024! Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L, occupational therapist at the Adult Down Syndrome Center, will share practical strategies and tips for supporting individuals with Down syndrome in managing personal hygiene tasks such as toileting, bathing/showering, brushing teeth, caring for skin and nails, and more! Resources will be shared. This webinar is intended for families and caregivers. There is no registration fee. Can’t attend? Register to receive a link to the recording after the webinar. The link will be emailed within 1 week.

Register here ➡ https://aah-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CxP_T4JbRFi8FtaKDw8YWg#/registration