Searching for Developmental Disabilities

• applied behaviour analysis (ABA) programming
• recreational activities and outings

• Day Program -The day program runs Mon-Fri from 9am-3pm and offers a variety of activities for young adults with both developmental and physical disabilities. This includes language (reading and writing), math, arts and crafts, computer skills, health and nutrition, physical activities, gardening, music, and excursions
• Employment services for disabilities workshop are free and run Tue and Thu from 1pm-3pm
• Seniors program is free on Sat from 10am-12noon.

SOAR -- day programs to assist in the transition from school to community-based activities and work

• individualized and client-directed planning and programming
• life skills training including TTC travel
• recreation based programming
• work and volunteer placements
• vocational counselling

Advocates for and provides support and services to children, youth and adults with an intellectual disability
Children and Youth

• information on early childhood programs, school placement, registration, education plans
• help in accessing funding and programs
• development of a plan to ensure consistency between home, school and community programs
• employment programs for youth

Adults

• skills development including literacy, money management, social skills, and travel training
• job placement
• Case Management Program (Formerly Adult Protective Service Worker Program (APSW))
  • supportive services, including counselling and advocacy, for adults 18 years and older living or planning to live independently in the community

Families

• Family and parent support groups
• in-home consultation and collaboration with other professionals to plan for services

Residential Services

• supported group living
• supportive home share
• supportive independent living
• LIGHTS,www.lights.to -- helps families explore community residential options and funding eligibility

Respite Services

• adult fee-for-service programs
• residential respite for children and adults
• summer camps

ConnectABILITY, www.connectability.ca -- online information, tools and workshops for people with a developmental disability, their families and support networks

• Day program for the developmentally delayed teaching life & social skills to enhance ones quality of life.
• Saturday and Sunday program for the developmentally delayed for persons to engage in leisure activities and community outings to receive assistance in meeting developmental milestone
• Afterhours/ Respite program for the developmentally delayed to aid persons with communication, socialization and other life/ social skills.
• Senior program for seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia or any other impactive disorder

• counselling services for families
• literacy
• summer camp
• community outings
• respite and drop-in
• March break
• PA days
• arts and craft
• vocational training
• budgeting
• fitness

Services

• Urgent Response: services to respond rapidly to a specific, urgent need to stabilize situation, prevent crisis, and reduce risk of harm to self, others and/or property
• applied behavioural analysis (ABA) and skills development for those 2-18 years
• adult day program including job readiness, independent living skills and recreation
• speech-language therapy and occupational therapy
  
• case management
• visual arts program
• healthy living program with nutrition and fitness
• summer and spring break camps

Services for Young Children

• JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation): play-based intervention teaching social communication skills to children 1-4 years
• Mobile Outreach Developmental Clinic (M-DOC): for children whose parents have concerns about their meeting developmental milestones
• school readiness and entry

Virtual programs may be available

Person Directed Planning

• helps clients to set goals and find the supports necessary to enable them to reach their goals

Academic Supports

• assists clients enrolled in college or university programs with individualized academic support

Day Supports

• arts, recreation
• life skills development including money management and emotional/social skills
• respite for teens

Integrated Employment Services, see separate listing

Support members of the disability community in choosing their own parasport path. Even though it is individualized for each person, overall, the goals are the same to increase physical activity participation, mental health, and quality of life for anyone with a disability. Services include:

• equipment rentals
• try it sessions
• ambassador services
• exhibition services

Family-friendly sports, fitness and life skills facility for people of all ages and abilities

• integrated programming including group fitness classes, personal training, children's and seniors' programs, recreational use
• seasonal programs and camps offered year-round, including Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall programs
• integrated full-day camps; 1:1 support is available
• sport training, facility rentals, and CPR/First Aid/AED-trained staff on site

Programs and Services

• membership, financial subsidies
• leadership skills and training, certifications
• awareness and outreach programs
• adapted physical education classes for community groups and school boards
• volunteer and cooperative educational opportunities

Sports Teams varietyvillage.ca/sports/sports-teams/

• grassroots to International level
• Flames - Integrated Competitive Swim Team
• Sunshine Swim Team (part of Special Olympics Ontario and Swim Ontario)
• Taekwondo, Track & Field, VOLT Hockey, Wheelchair Basketball, Weightlifting, Golf, Challenger Baseball, and Boccia

Adult Day Program

• day programs for adults 18 years and older with a physical and/or developmental disability, designed to support independence, personal growth, and community connection

• skill-building activities focused on life skills, health and wellness, social connection and relationship building, community and volunteer experiences, and personal enrichment

Events and Initiatives - see upcoming events, varietyontario.ca/events/

• year-round community events
• fundraising and third-party initiatives
• corporate volunteering experiences

General interest community programs

• social, education, cultural and recreation programs for all ages, including fitness, health and lifestyles
• information and referral

Child and Family programs

• EarlyON Child and Family Centre
• education and support to parents and care providers
• caregiver and child drop-in, parent relief
• toy lending library
• parenting resource library
• integrated licensed nursery school program for children with disabilities
• preschool programs
• licensed community nursery school (September to June)

Active and Able Network -- for persons with disabilities

• drop-in program. trips
• social and recreation activities
• health and wellness program
• information and referral
• advocacy

Youth programs --

• peer 2 peer program
• youth employment skills strategy program
• access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier
• workshops and presentations
• leadership programs
• recreational arts programs
• advocacy
• after school program
• youth summer program
• youth advisory council
• community involvement
• community affirming mentorship program -- safe and supportive space for 2SLGBTQIA identifying youth

Seniors program -- health and fitness

• drop-ins, trips
• social and recreation activities
• outreach
• information and referral
• cooking and nutrition

Fitness and wellness -- health and fitness

• multiple classes for various fitness levels
• land and aquatic classes

SHARE365 Poverty Reduction Program (see separate listing)

Treatment and supports for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental disabilities; includes access to Ontario Autism Program (OAP), visit website for information

Children and youth 12-18 years:

ASD Youth for Community Engagement and Socialization Program (AYCES)

• life skills and activity program designed to support youth diagnosed with a high-functioning autism diagnosis who may face challenges in understanding social cues, forming and maintaining personal relationships

Youth Respite Program

• for families of youth 12-18 years with ASD and/or developmental disabilities, includes March and summer break, summer camp, and other school closure
  

Galloway After School Program (GASP), see separate listing

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Young adults and adults:

Saturday Adult Respite Program

• flexible, short term respite for families and caregivers of individuals 18-35 years with ASD and/or developmental disabilities, includes social and life skills development

Adults Achieving Independence through Motivation and Skills (AAIMS)

• day program for adults 18 years and older, with ASD and/or developmental disabilities, includes social and recreation activities

Locations in Scarborough vary, contact for information or visit website

• adult day program
• recreational programs
• social evenings
• parents support group/workshops
• peer support group

Services

• Urgent Response: services to respond rapidly to a specific, urgent need to stabilize situation, prevent crisis, and reduce risk of harm to self, others and/or property
• applied behavioural analysis (ABA) and skills development for those 2-18 years
• adult day program including job readiness, independent living skills and recreation
• speech-language therapy and occupational therapy
  
• case management
• visual arts program
• healthy living program with nutrition and fitness
• summer and spring break camps

Services for Young Children

• JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation): play-based intervention teaching social communication skills to children 1-4 years
• Mobile Outreach Developmental Clinic (M-DOC): for children whose parents have concerns about their meeting developmental milestones
• school readiness and entry

Virtual programs may be available

Community-based day program

• recreation
• academics
• arts and crafts
• social skills
• sensory activities
• physical fitness
• communication and vocational training
• spiritual care

Support through housing and community support programs

• 11 homes in Scarborough/Toronto
• 24 hour staff support
• day program open to community, capacity 53
• day program includes developmental and recreational programs according to need
• day program and 2 homes are fully accessible

• safety reassurance
• 24-hour emergency response
• medication reminding
• light meal preparation
• assistance with personal care
• light homemaking and laundry
• socialization
• care management
• supervised exercise

• The Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
• consultation services
• Resource Centre and Library
• adult Supports
• transitional adult services
• respite and recreational services
• workshops
• Social Skills groups and sibling groups and Camps
• residential services and supports

Services for both adults and children

Assists adults living with developmental disabilities to access community services and provides workshops to enhance fundamental life skills such as problem solving, budgeting and forming healthy relationships

ADULT SERVICES

Adult Protective Service Worker (APSW) Program - link clients to services and to community resources such as

• affordable housing
• medical services
• mental health services
• legal and child protection services
• social and recreational groups
• employment training and job opportunities
• APSWs and SIL worker do not provide the services directly
• voluntary, short-term, goal-oriented community-based program

Supported Independent Living Worker - Enhanced APSW services

• help with daily living tasks, which may include assistance and support with grocery shopping, escorting to appointments, accompaniment to social and recreational programs

CHILDREN SERVICES

Parent Outreach Program

• individualized teaching program promoting independence for children living with developmental disabilities
• coaching is delivered by home visitors who are parents of children with developmental disabilities

Parent Shared Services

• parents can participate in support groups led by other parents with lived experience raising children with developmental disabilities
• typically offered during the school year, from September to June

Community-based day program

• recreation
• academics
• arts and crafts
• social skills
• sensory activities
• physical fitness
• communication and vocational training
• spiritual care