You can make a meaningful impact and empower people with disabilities in our community. Donate to ABLE2 this Giving Tuesday.💙
Visit their website at able2.org to learn more about how your support changes lives. 💙
Category Archives: Services and Programs
🩵BEING Studio Giving Tuesday
Help make a positive impact for Artists with Disabilities this Giving Tuesday which is also International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3rd!
BEING Studio relies on the generosity of donors like you to provide support for accessible programming and resources for artists within our community. This is crucial, especially as non-profits have faced unprecedented challenges over the past year in sustaining operations.
Join others in supporting BEING Studio to help artists with developmental disabilities thrive. Your generosity can make a lasting positive impact.
Donate now: https://beingstudio.ca/page/ways-to-donate
📅Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton’s Upcoming Programs Winter 2025
Here is a little peek at what they are offering in January/February and March! Email bailey@ldaottawa.com or jade@ldaottawa.com for more information or to register.
🔎Meet a Service Navigator of DSOER in Prescott-Russell
A Service Navigator of Developmental Services Ontario Eastern Region (DSOER) will be at Valoris pour enfants et adultes de Prescott-Russell on December 10th from 10am to 3pm.
If you require support applying for DSO services, you are strongly encouraged to meet with them.
As well, they will gladly answer any related questions about their services, including eligibility, DSO assessment, available resources, etc.
The address of Valoris is 860 Caron Street, Unit 1, Rockland, Ontario, K4K 1H1.
No appointment needed, first come first served basis.
You will have the option to be served in French.
☎️Community Living Ontario Wants to Hear From You
🎉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! 💜
🏃🏽♀️➡️Glassbox Fitness Enrollment Options
Enrollment Options:
🗓️ Part-Time: 2 Days/Week (Mon, Tue, or Fri)
💵 Deposit: $594 | 💰 Bi-Weekly: $396 (+$150 opt. Tuesday Supplement)
Flexible schedule for personalized participation.
🏆 Full-Time: 3 Days/Week (Mon, Tue, Fri)
💵 Deposit: $594 | 💰 Bi-Weekly: $594 (+$150 opt. Tuesday Supplement)
Comprehensive schedule for full engagement.
🎟️ Flexi-Enroll: 24 Sessions
💵 Deposit: $594 | 🔄 One-time payment
Attend sessions that fit your schedule.
🌞 Tuesday Supplement Only: Tuesdays (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
💵 Deposit: $300 | 💰 Bi-Weekly: $150
Skills-based sessions for extra enrichment
📥 Download their PDF Brochure 📄⬇️ from link below
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:9061c1ed-3b63-4445-9a8d-236beb6e1cb7
Program Highlights ✨
Start Date: January 6th, 2025 📅
Year-Round Program: Continues throughout 2025 🔄
Limited Availability: Only 4 places left! 🚨
Cancel Anytime: Flexibility with written notice ✍️
Request an Intake Form
📧 Email us at Lifestyle@glassboxfitness.com
📥 Download Brochure (PDF)
📞 Call: 1-800-451-0356
General FAQ
Q: Does joining the New Waitlist for Neurodivergent 2025 Graduates guarantee a spot?
A: No, joining the waitlist gives priority consideration if spots open by July, reviewed in the order of contact. We’ll review the waitlist on May 15th and reach out to confirm interest.
Q: Is there a fee to join the waitlist?
A: No, joining the waitlist is free, allowing you to express interest in potential July openings.
Q: What is the Tuesday Supplement Program?
A: The Tuesday Supplement is an optional add-on for enrolled participants, providing additional Tuesday afternoon activities focused on fitness and life skills. The $150 bi-weekly fee is added to your existing payment if you’re already enrolled, with no additional deposit required.
Q: Can I switch between enrollment types?
A: Yes! Just reach out, and we’ll assist you in making the switch as needed.
Q: How does Flexi-Enroll work?
A: Flexi-Enroll gives you 24 sessions across consecutive weeks, offering flexibility without a full-schedule commitment.
🔎HBC Detectives – Social Skills Program
A Fun and interactive Way to Help Your Child Learn New Social Skills
HBC Detectives is a fun and interactive program for children aged 8 to 13 and teens aged 14 to 17 who want to improve their social skills. During this 9 week interactive program, the detectives will work together to solve a mystery while learning how to maintain friendships, have a conversation, read others’ body language, understand others jokes and sarcasm, and a variety of other social skills. In addition to the weekly meetings, each child will be involved in an individual check-in during each session to address any difficulties and gauge their understanding of concepts. The children will have assignments to work on at home to help solidify their understanding of concepts addressed in the meetings. HBC Detectives is a fun way to improve your child’s social skills and have a blast!
Learn more and register:
https://horizonsbehaviourconsulting.com/hbc-detectives/
❄️ACT Learning’s Winter Group Programs
CHILDREN’S FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Ages: 9 to 12
Dates: January 14 to April 1, 2025 (no session week of March Break)
Time: Tuesdays, 5 to 6 PM
Location: Colonnade
Cost: $1000
The Children’s Friendship Group is an 11-week program in support of neurodiverse elementary school-aged children who struggle to make and maintain friends.
What to expect:
- A fun and welcoming environment for children to learn skills to meet and make friends.
- An evidence-based, skill-building group for children.
- Weekly caregivers’ group (held at the same time as the children’s group) to get the tools and knowledge to become social coaches for your children.
TEEN NEURODIVERSITY GROUP
Ages: 13 to 17
Dates: January 23 to April 3, 2025 (no session week of March Break)
Time: Thursdays, 5 to 6 PM
Location: Lancaster
Cost: $700
Calling all teens! Our 10-week teen group is a chance to make friends and take part in activities (suggested by youth) in a warm and welcoming space!
What to expect:
- Soft coaching around social skills, group rules, boundaries, consent etc.
- Teens collaborate with group facilitators to choose activities they want to participate in.
- Crafts, video game night, board games, low-cost outings etc.
2SLGBTQIA + TEEN NEURODIVERSITY GROUP
Ages: 13 to 17
Dates: January 23 to April 3, 2025 (no session week of March Break)
Time: Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Location: Lancaster
Cost: $700
Our upcoming 2SLGBTQIA+ 10-week group is a chance to make friends and take part in activities (suggested by youth) in a warm and welcoming space! This group will be a place where you can share, laugh and hang out with like-minded people!
What to expect:
- Soft coaching around social skills, group rules, boundaries, consent etc.
- Teens collaborate with group facilitators to choose activities they want to participate in.
- Crafts, video game night, board games, low-cost outings etc.
🚕Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre Now Able to Accommodate Transportation Requests
😀 They are now able to accommodate transportation requests for individuals in need of wheelchair-accessible vehicles. This marks a significant milestone for them as they have successfully removed a barrier. This achievement calls for celebration! 😀
