Online Life / Social Skills Program - Continuous Intake Year Round
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-12:00 - Registration Open
(Classes will resume in centre once it is safe to do so....stay tuned), in the meantime join us virtually!
All programs are designed for youth 18+ and adults who:
- Have a diagnosis of Autism, Asperger's Syndrome or other Developmental Disabilities
- Are transitioning out of high school
- Require social, communication, post-secondary school or workplace skills
- Require life skills training to gain independence at any stage of their lives
- Focus on social skills, communication, stress and anxiety management, emotional regulation, activities of daily living, nutrition, transportation, personal safety, relationships and sexuality
THE "Building Lives" Pre-Employment Program - Currently on hold until Jan. 2021 due to COVID
Admissions Criteria: Should have a diagnosis of Autism/Intellectual or Developmental Disability
Duration: 40 Hrs followed by a 40 hour in-store training
Fee: $ 190.00/week for 8 week program
Instruction Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 10-2:30
In partnership with Reach Toronto Autism Services and Sandwich N Such, we are proud to offer our "Building Lives" Pre-employment program. This will consist of a 40 hour in class training component followed by a 40 hour hands on training module in our sandwich shop. Students will learn customer service skills, culinary and food prep, inventory, cash register, money skills just to name a few. Social skills will be integrated into the module. To enroll or enquire, please call 416-929-1670.
ACADEMIC/GED PREPARATION
Admissions Criteria: For adults with a learning disability/autism and other developmental disabilities who are no longer in high school but are looking to get their high school equivalency or pursue post secondary education.
Admissions Criteria: For adults with a learning disability/autism and other developmental disabilities who are no longer in high school but are looking to get their high school equivalency or pursue post secondary education.
As partners of the Independendent Learning Centre, Reach's special Ed staff works with clients to prepare for their GED (General Education Diploma) or for entrance into college/university. ILC provides credit courses for students not currently enrolled in high school who wish to obtain their high school diploma. Our staff will work with each individual to tutor and mentor to specific subjects and goals as well as prepare students for tests/exams. We ensure that students stay on track, complete workbooks and master the lessons.
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Financial Literacy Program - FULLY FUNDED - Currently on hold until Jan. 2021 due to COVID-19 |
Our financial literacy program prepares students for financial independence by introducing them to the world of money in a fun and creative environment. It covers fundamental financial literacy topics, beginning with key concepts such as value of money and budgeting, progressing to banking for personal use and short and long term savings.
Curriculum Details:
· Value of Money
· Earning Income
· Income Deductions
· Type of Accounts
· Wants vs. Needs
· Budgeting
· Short Term and Long Term Savings
· Goals
· RDSP’s
Curriculum Details:
· Value of Money
· Earning Income
· Income Deductions
· Type of Accounts
· Wants vs. Needs
· Budgeting
· Short Term and Long Term Savings
· Goals
· RDSP’s
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Independent Living Skills Program at the Greenwin Independent Living Centre
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SUMMER 2020 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN (DUE TO COVID, THIS YEAR'S CAMPS ARE CANCELED. OUR VIRTUAL SOCIAL/LIFE SKILLS PROGRAMS WILL RUN ALL SUMMER)
July 6 - July 31, 2020
The program is designed for students 14+ with autism, asperger's and/or a mild intellectual disability who are contemplating independent living (or assisted independent living). Focus will be on teaching students the skills to carry out activities of daily life required for independent living in a residential environment. Students will also acquire the social skills to help them navigate a residential building environment and acquire a taste of what living independently requires. The program will take place in the apartment one day per week from 9:30 to 3:00. Each week students will learn and practice an independent living skill.
Curriculum Details:
July 6 - July 31, 2020
The program is designed for students 14+ with autism, asperger's and/or a mild intellectual disability who are contemplating independent living (or assisted independent living). Focus will be on teaching students the skills to carry out activities of daily life required for independent living in a residential environment. Students will also acquire the social skills to help them navigate a residential building environment and acquire a taste of what living independently requires. The program will take place in the apartment one day per week from 9:30 to 3:00. Each week students will learn and practice an independent living skill.
Curriculum Details:
- Healthy Cooking
- Housekeeping (cleaning, bed making, bathrooms, dusting)
- Chore Schedules and Priorities
- Laundry
- Ironing
- Apartment and Social etiquette
- Fire Safety
- Sharing a living space
Academic Upgrading
High school Transition Program
This program is offered to students with Autism, Asperger's, Mild Intellectual and Learning Disabilities who are entering high school. This program will address transition topics that will help students be better prepared for their new environment. Topics will include fitting in, making friends, academic workload, bullying, peer pressure, self-advocacy, asking for help and organizational skills. Program takes place both in centre and out in the community. As part of transitional skills, social and communication skills will also be taught and practiced.
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Preparation for Post-Secondary Program
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