Community Program– Peterborough

ADAPTIVE SWIMMING LESSONS – Continues this winter! Registration for all adaptive programs to be completed with Aquatics Supervisor, Alyssa Heffernan (705) 748-1432 for information, availability and session dates. Note: Openings for Private or Semi-Private lessons may been available. Flexible timeframes could also be an option.

ADAPTIVE INTRO TO SWIM (ages 4 – 6 years) This program is designed to assist children with special needs, to feel comfortable in the pool. Facilitated by Trent AC swimming instructors and volunteers, Intro to Swim will include an introduction to the basics of swimming. Participants will have the opportunity to practice floats, glides, tows, underwater orientation and skill development. This program will take place in both the warm therapy and 25 m pools. Ratio of two participants to one staff/volunteer. Wednesdays 5:00 —5:30 pm Members: $72 Non-members: $90 ADAPTIVE SWIM SKILLS (ages 7 –12 years) This program is for youth with special needs who would like to improve their swimming skills in a group and comfortable atmosphere. This program will take place in the 25 m pool. Ratio of two participants to one staff/volunteer. Participants will work together with their instructors to set goals and will work towards reaching those goals. Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Members: $72 Non-members: $90

PLAY ON! WINTER 2015 PROGRAMMING All Play On! PARASPORT sessions will be led by parasport or Paralympic athlete ambassadors or coaches. In many cases, ambassadors will share how they acquired their disability, how they became active in their sport, their unique successes and why they love their sport. And best of all, this groundbreaking program will be offered at no charge to Toronto residents for the first year! Residents outside the City of Toronto in surrounding areas are also welcome to join the program. Register by calling 416-338-4FUN or online at Toronto Fun

Athletics Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC), 875 Morningside Road, Scarborough Begins January 11th, 2015 - February 15th, 2015 every Sunday from 12:00pm until 2:00pm Registration Codes: Child (6-12 years old) - 2673895 Youth (13-17 years old) - 2673897 Adult (18+ years old) - 2673899

Wheelchair Tennis Etobicoke Olympium, 590 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke Begins January 27th, 2015 - February 10th, 2015 every Tuesday from 6:00pm until 8:00pm Registration Codes: Child (6-12 years old) - 2673896, Youth (13-17 years old) - 2673898, Adult (18+ years old) - 2673894

Sledge Hockey Etobicoke Olympium and Centennial Arena. Begins February 17th, 2015 - March 24th, 2015 every Tuesday from 6:00pm until 8:00pm Registration Codes: Child (6-12 years old) - 2673896, Youth (13-17 years old) - 2673898, Adult (18+ years old) - 2673894 **NOTE: The first 3 weeks will take place indoors at the Etobicoke Olympium. The remaining weeks will be on ice at Centennial Arena.

Para Swimming Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC), 875 Morningside Road, Scarborough Begins February 22nd, 2015 - March 29th, 15th, 2015 every Sunday from 12:00pm until 2:00pm Registration Codes: Child (6-12 years old) - 2673895, Youth (13-17 years old) - 2673897, Adult (18+ years old) - 2673899

Wheelchair Curling Centennial Arena, 246 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke Begins March 10th, 2014 - March 24th every Tuesday from 6:00pm until 8:00pm Registration Codes: Child (6-12 years old) - 2673896, Youth (13-17 years old) - 2673898, Adult (18+ years old) - 2673894

Community Programs ~ Northumberland

“Little Notes” Parent & Child Music Program with Jane Brglez, Music Educator A Musically fun Parent & Child program for Five Counties Children’s Centre, Therapeutic Recreation children under 5 years of age Join with Jane and other families to sing, explore instruments and learn through music together

Tuesdays 10:30– 11:15 am April 7th to May 26th, 2015 (8 week Session) Youth Room, Cobourg Community Centre 759 D’Arcy St. Cobourg Requirements:  Parents are responsible to encourage children’s participation within the group & manage children’s behavior  Able to follow instructions in a group situation and simple rules  Seeks or responds to social situations  Able to participate in a loud or busy place Please register in advance for this program by contacting Colleen Ristok, Recreation Therapist Coordinator 1-888-779-9916 Ext. 250 or [email protected] *This

program is offered at no cost to families thanks to a generous donation by Weston Care

Families in Northumberland County….we are looking to enhance program options in Northumberland county in 2014. Please let us know what new activities or interest areas you would like to see in the future! arts, sports, social opportunities, family events? Please call or email Colleen at [email protected] or 1-888-779-9916

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SERVICES RECREATION THERAPISTS Tanya Keast ~ Ext. 251 [email protected] City of Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough & Haliburton Colleen Ristok ~ Ext. 250 [email protected] Northumberland & Peterborough

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR RECREATION & RESPITE (Ask about eligibility criteria) Canadian Tire Jumpstart www.canadianire.ca/jumpstart 1-877-616-6600 Kidsport Canada www.kidsportcanada.ca 1-866-641-7767

Therapeutic recreation uses treatment, education and recreation services to help children with illnesses, disabilities and other conditions to develop and use their leisure in ways that enhance their health, functional abilities, independence and quality of life. Services we offer:  Assessment: (leisure interest and barrier inventories, skill observation)  Leisure Education: (Exploring resources & working on leisure skills )  Community Recreation Inclusion  Special Events & Group Programs

Yes, it’s time to start signing up for SUMMER CAMP!! Easter Seals Camp: applications are now available online at easterseals.org or by contacting T.R. department. Many individual and family camp spots fill up early! Family Camp, Discovery Camp ( 5 days), Individual Camp ( 10 days) and Leadership Programs. See a great video about these camps at; www.eastersealscamps.org

1-800-267-4023

Looking for other options? See if these are a fit for you….. Camp Awakening www.campawakening.com Handi-Camp www.bcmintl.c/handicamp.php Variety Village www.varietyvillage.ca

Community Respite Partners

Please contact TR for other resources….

The War Amps CHAMP Program for Child Amputees www.waramps.ca/champ/home.html

www.respiteservices.com

Resources for Children & Teens on the Autism Spectrum www.autismontario.com (click chapter location) All of the events for Durham, Peterborough, Kawartha, Northumberland are posted at the following link: http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/autism-ontario-peterborough-amp-durham-4695724581 Highlights: Drop-In Family Gym Play Program - Glen Street Public School, 929 Glen Street, Oshawa ON (Enter through the back door).

Families are invited to drop in to the school gym to play with the equipment, do a craft or play games. Children are encouraged to bring their friends along! Saturdays dates are as follows; January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 30 and June 27, 2015 from 2:30 – 4:00 Learn to Skate Village Arena, 100 Church Street North, Ajax ON Small group, specialized lessons geared for your beginner skater on the spectrum! Sundays, January 18 to March 1, 2015 – 12:00-1:00 pm $50.00 per child + payment processing fees Join us for a fun and safe way to learn to skate. Participants will be put into small groups of no more than five for specialized instruction. The program runs for 7 weeks and we request that you commit to attending as many as possible. Skaters are required to have a hockey helmet with a facemask, sharpened skates and be dressed warmly, including gloves or mittens and snow pants. Parents are required to participate and should have a helmet, sharpened skates, and skating experience. Please contact [email protected] if you need a volunteer to support your child on the ice.

Autism Ontario - Peterborough - Port Hope Model Railway Show February 7, 2015 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM This is an opportunity for a child or youth on the autism spectrum, and their family to come out and enjoy private access to the Model Railway Show. Children and youth with ASD will be provided with a welcome package including a wooden train whistle, railway safety package as well as a snack. Registrants will receive free admission pre-show and will be permitted to stay free of charge once the show opens. Show hours for the public are from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Parents and siblings are encouraged to attend this event.

Shona Casola - Community Event Coordinator - Central East Region Email [email protected] or call 905-713-6191

www.autismontario.com/calypso **check out this resource for finding specialized summer camps for children with ASD**

Kerry’s Place Flexible Funding for Summer Camp Central East Region Respite Flexible Funding for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ONLINE Application For children up to and including 17 years old. Application is Now Available Online Please visit website as of January 1, 2015. www.kerrysplaceautismservices.org (Children’s Respite Flexible Funding) **can be used for summer camps fees, mentor/support staffing, specialized recreation lessons guitar, swimming). The deadline for submitting applications is Feb

10, 2015.

If you do not have access to an online application or have any questions please contact Sue Townsend: 905.713.6808 x 360 [email protected]

For listings of camps, children/youth groups, Group Learning Sessions for parents GLS (some available by webcast) and family events. Check out; https://secure.kerrysplace.org/community/