Children’s Respite

PossAbilities

Join us one Saturday a month for a day of fun, learning and great times. This Christian Horizons program runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. one Saturday each month from September to June. Everyone attending will work together to prepare lunch, which is included in the cost.

NOTE: At least 5 participants must be enrolled for each Saturday program to run. Participants will be notified of cancellation eight days in advance.

Dates and activities:

Autumn Harvest: Enjoy a morning at Downey Farm for apple picking, followed by baking and art projects with those fresh apples.

Stranger Dangers: Attendees will be given an overview on how to be safe. A police officer will speak to the group, after which they will role-play, and be given interactive activities throughout the day. Attendees will also work on their personal journals about safety.

DIY Arts and Crafts: Those attending will take transit to the dollar store where they will shop for different creative items. They will return to the program and have a full day of visual art activities.

Cost:

Includes lunch and activities
1:1 support – $282 per day
3:1 support – $120 per day
5:1 support – $89 per day

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Community Participation

The Peel Community Participation program offers a wide variety of activities that are tailored to each person’s capabilities; that is activities are offered in different ways to accommodate varying levels of participation and ability. This location is wheelchair accessible, but does not have ceiling lifts.

Activities include:

Recreational activities in the on-site gym, art therapy, music appreciation, swimming at a local community centre and adapted gardening
Community activities, such as coffee club/ice-cream social, Snoezelen (sensory therapy), trips to local events and attractions such as Butterfly Conservatory, Downey’s Farm, Niagara Falls, local theatre productions, or accessible boating
Learning activities, including life-skills program, cooking and baking, volunteer placements at local community stores, and computer/iPad training
Monthly Saturday activities

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m

To learn more, or join this program:

Email peelday@christian-horizons.org or phone at 905-285-0540, to purchase this service directly. Contact your local Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) office: www.dsontario.ca to access Ministry of Community and Social Services (MCSS) funded Community Participation Supports.

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Community Participation

Halton Community Participation provides stimulating and exciting activities for adults of all ages. We are committed to accommodating and supporting people who have a variety of interests and challenges. This location is wheelchair accessible, with support available for those who require lifts and/or transfers related to providing personal care.

Activities include:

Physical activities include swimming (which takes place on-site in a therapeutic heated pool) and ‘Be Fit’ exercise program
Our Creative Expression arts and craft program, tailored for adults of varying abilities that encourage people to explore the artist within
Community scavenger hunts
Sensory participation activities
Volunteer and employment opportunities in the community

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

To learn more, or join this program:

Email haltondp@christian-horizons.org or phone at 905-285-0540, to purchase this service directly. Contact your local Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) office: www.dsontario.ca to access Ministry of Community and Social Services (MCSS) funded Community Participation Supports.

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