Family Initiatives
Family Initiatives are creative programming options that are led and driven by parents/caregivers and participants who have a shared vision, with the support and guidance of Community Support Coordinators.
The benefits to creative programming options:
- Eliminate waiting for a program(s) to be offered
- The ability to customize and tailor-make a program according to the goals, interests, needs, and abilities of your family member
- Working with others who have shared values and common goals
- Including your family member in the type of program that is created
- Working collaboratively with other caregivers and the community at large
- Expanding your network
If you are interested in starting a Family Initiative, please contact a Community Support Coordinator.
Parent/Caregiver Operated Programs
Parent/Caregiver-operated programs are one of the strongest running groups, with parents taking the initiative to facilitate and launch new programs with the guidance of the Community Support Coordinators. Below find a list of programs in each area:
Boys Social Group
This small group program is designed to build social skills of teenagers and young adults with intellectual disabilities to promote positive social relationships with their peers. Ages 16 and up recommended.
Location: Outdoor In-Person Sessions & Virtual Sessions on Google Meets
To register contact: Daniel Ching | 416-887-9744
Monday Boys Social Group (Ages 16+)
Join us for a community-based program every Monday from 6 PM to 8 PM! This program is designed to help teens and young adults with intellectual disabilities develop social skills and build positive relationships with their peers.
For more information, contact Daniel Ching, Registered Social & Social Service Worker, at danielching0@yahoo.ca or 416-887-9744. Website: https://sites.google.com/view/boysgroups
Wednesday Boys Social Group (Ages 16+)
Join us for a facility-based program every Wednesday from 6 PM to 8 PM! This program is designed to help teens and young adults with intellectual disabilities develop social and life skills with their peers.
For more information, contact Daniel Ching, Registered Social & Social Service Worker, at danielching0@yahoo.ca or 416-887-9744. Website: https://sites.google.com/view/boysgroups
Adapted Skills Weekend Program
A program for Tamil youth and young adults to socialize and participate in Yoga and Art & Craft.
Every Wednesday & Saturday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm
To register contact: Sumathy Seran 416-554-9253 | Email: sumathy@thetcsn.com
Pink Ladies
This program is for young girls who want to have fun while working on self-esteem, encourage experiential learning, learning new life skills, creating friendships, community outings and so much more.
Every Thursday from 6:30pm to 7:30-pm.
To register contact: Julia Chiappetta | 647-460-2970 | Email: juliachiappetta1@gmail.com
Thursday Night Entertainment Program (Ages 10 and up)
Currently running virtual social activities every Thursday 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Location: In Person
To register contact: Jude Farjami (647) 271-5487 | Email: j.farjami@gmail.com
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE THURSDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Social Skill Group
An innovative and inclusive communication and social skill group for kindergarten to elementary aged children in a fun and interactive environment.
Saturday 10:00AM - 11:30AM
Location: 5694 HWY 7 E, Unit #13, Markham, ON L3P 1B4
To register contact: Kelly Chen 905-474-9500 | Email: info@solhc.ca
Arts Workshop: Growing Through Making
In this workshop, children from ages 5-12 will learn how to practice and enhance fine motor skills, develop group social skills, and learn and practice ways to regulate and express emotions.
Saturday 2:00PM - 3:30PM and 3:45PM - 5:15PM
Location: 5694 HWY 7 E, Unit #13, Markham, ON L3P 1B4
To register contact: Kelly Chen 905-474-9500 | Email: info@solhc.ca
Children’s Program
Children program is for children between the ages of 5-10 years old and focuses on developing social skills and involve children in various activities such as art & craft, games and physical activities. Every Saturday from 10:00am to 11:30am.
Location: Markham
To register contact: Monita See| Email: Monitasee@gmail.com
Amazing Girls Group
This group is for mature ladies to build up friendship, independence, and enhance social and life skills.
Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
Location: Virtual
To register contact: Amy So | Email: iamamyso@gmail.com
Inclusive Education Program Parent Session
A group for parents to discuss and learn about inclusive education and various resources mjchow@sympatico.ca available in the community as well as to connect with other parents
To register contact: Mika Chow | Email: mjchow@sympatico.ca
Girls on the Go
Girls on the Go is a Parent Operated Program designed for teens and young adults (aged 16+) with special needs, to socialize, interact, and grow through engaging activities.
CURRENTLY HIRING
Location: 5694 HWY 7 E, Unit #13, Markham, ON L3P 1B4
Hours: 5:00PM - 9:00PM
Salary: $20/per hour
If you are interested in the position contact: Haziefa | Email: haziefa26@yahoo.ca
