Developmental Disabilities Activity Centres

Community-based day programs that provide social and recreational opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities who generally have acquired most basic self-care skills, have some ability to interact with others, are able to make their needs known and respond to instructions. The programs use social and recreational activities to help participants develop and maintain basic functional skills, though most will remain in the program on a long-term basis rather than transitioning to more independent settings.

 

Services

Day Program: Offers a full day of activities for neurodivergent children, teens, and preteens. Activities include board games, video games, arts and crafts, and physical activities.

Offers activities in recreation and leisure, arts and music, life skill development, and volunteering to adults with developmental disabilities.

Activities include:

Provides day supports for adults with developmental disabilities with a focus on skill building, pre-employment opportunities and literacy skills.  Pre-Employment training assists individuals with identify skills and interests, resume writing, interview skills, job search and job coaching.

CHOICES Office, located in Dundas.

Provides support for persons with developmental disabilities to enhance their quality of life, promote social inclusion, and boost their worth and self-worth. 

Offers in-centre program services, providing life skills, wellness, and socialization, as well as online programming, facilitating activities, stories, exercise, and connecting with friends. 

Programs include: 

Delivering engaging recreational activities outside the home that promote health and wellness, build self-esteem, empowerment and social connections geared to both younger and older adults. The following is a list of Community Participation Day Programs currently offered by YWCA Hamilton:

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