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• PEERS | 14-17 years

  • Start
    Thursday, August 14, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, December 11, 2025
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  • Schedule
    15 sessions
  • Location
    Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6

  
  

  PEERS

  Ages 14-17 years

  PEERS is an evidence based social skills intervention for motivated teens currently in high school who are interested in making and keeping friends and/or handling conflict. Teens and parents attend 14-weekly group sessions for 90 minutes per week.

  Teens are taught social skills through didactic lessons and role-play demonstrations, and practice these skills during group socialization activities. Parents attend separate sessions simultaneously and are taught how to assist their teens in making and keeping friends. Parent participation required.

  A Group Meet and Greet will take place at the Niagara Family Centre on August 14 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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• Caregiver Club

  • Start
    Wednesday, September 03, 2025
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  • End
    Wednesday, December 03, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

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  Caregiver Club

  Could you use a night out once a month just to relax and have some fun with other grown-ups (and no children)? Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for our Caregiver Club! We’ll plan something a little different for each month - your ideas and suggestions are always welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Come out and enjoy a little R&R and make some new friends! 

  September 3rd - Paint Night

  October 1 - Games Night

  November 5 - TBD

  December 3-TBD

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• Triple P: Positive Parenting Program

  • Start
    Thursday, September 11, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, November 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

  
  

  Triple P: Positive Parenting Program

  Caregiver Workshop

  Triple P is a caregiver education course that focuses on causes of misbehaviour, teaching new skills, increasing desired behaviours, decreasing misbehaviour and survival skills for difficult situations. This course is recommended for caregivers new to the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or another developmental disability and/or the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). This course is appropriate for caregivers with children aged 0-12 years old.

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• Sensory Explorers

  • Start
    Saturday, September 13, 2025
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  • End
    Saturday, October 04, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Sensory Explorers (4-6 years)

  Get ready to activate your senses by becoming a Sensory Explorer. In this group, your child will be provided a safe and structured environment to engage and explore various sensory activities. Children should be comfortable in a small group setting (2 children to 1 staff).

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• Lights, Camera, Action!

  • Start
    Saturday, September 13, 2025
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  • End
    Saturday, October 04, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Lights, Camera, Action! (10-13 years)

  Is your child a budding actor or drama enthusiast? Our experienced staff will guide them every step of the way during this drama and movement group. Ratio of 3 youth to 1 staff.

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• Creative Corner

  • Start
    Saturday, September 13, 2025
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  • End
    Saturday, October 04, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Creative Corner (7-9 years)

  Welcome to Creative Corner, a creative space where self-expression and artistic exploration thrive! Whether you’re passionate about drawing, painting, or any other creative pursuit, this club is for you. Bring your own projects from home to work on or start something new. It’s a supportive, fun environment to let your creativity flow and discover new ways to express yourself. Youth should be comfortable in a small group setting (3 youth to 1 staff).

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• Coffee Chats

  • Start
    Monday, September 15, 2025
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  • End
    Monday, December 15, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6

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  Coffee Chat: Parent Support Group

  Coffee Chats are a parent support group in which parents/grandparents/guardians come together to learn, grow and find connections. This group is led by our service coordinator Tonya White and Lianne Wyatt our caregiver engagement lead and runs throughout the year to offer emotional support to families.

  It is an opportunity for families to meet and make meaningful connections with other families, including those who are just starting their journey in receiving a diagnosis. Families share and gain practical advice and insights from one another in a safe, non-judgmental space.

  *Please note, there is no childcare available.

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• Social Skills and Boundaries for Teens with Autism (DBT-Informed Group)

  • Start
    Monday, September 15, 2025
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  • End
    Monday, November 10, 2025
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

  
  

  Social Skills and Boundaries for Teens with Autism (DBT-Informed Group)

  (15-17 years)

  This Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-informed group helps teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) build social confidence and relationship skills. We focus on interpersonal effectiveness - how to: ask for what you need, say no without guilt, set healthy boundaries, handle conflict with peers, family and others, build stronger relationships. This group is led by a Registered Psychotherapist, the group uses DBT, a proven approach for teens who struggle with big emotions and social communication. Teens must be comfortable in a small group setting (1:5 ratio).

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• Original Character (OC) Group

  • Start
    Monday, September 15, 2025
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  • End
    Monday, October 20, 2025
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Original Character (OC) Group (14-17 years)

  OC group is for teens 14-17 who enjoy original or fandom characters. This group will provide a space for creating, sharing, and interacting with peers who also enjoy original and/or fandom characters. Teens should be comfortable participating in a small group setting with limited staff support (4 teens to 1 staff).

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• Social Navigators

  • Start
    Monday, September 15, 2025
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  • End
    Monday, October 20, 2025
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

  
  

  Social Navigators (7-9 years)

  Children will learn a variety of social skills (initiating/exiting conversations, joining into conversations, exiting conversations) and have an opportunity to practice these skills with peers. Children will learn these skills by being a social detective! Skills will be taught in a group format using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) evidence based strategies. This program is appropriate for children who can follow multi-step instructions independently, communicate using verbal requests, comments, and questions and can participate in a group setting without 1:1 support.

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• Doughnut Bros: Male Caregiver Group

  • Start
    Monday, September 15, 2025
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  • End
    Monday, December 15, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6

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  Doughnut Bros: Male Caregiver Group

  A group that helps facilitate conversations that male caregivers would like to have in a supportive yet light-hearted and free-form environment. Discussions are caregiver led and are facilitated by a behaviour therapist and psychotherapist. The group provides an opportunity to share and learn from each other’s collective experiences that are relevant to male caregivers. This group meets once a month and doughnuts will be provided.

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• Play Zone

  • Start
    Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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  • End
    Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
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  Play Zone - Ages 8-17 years

  Play Zone is a one to one recreational offering is designed for children who find it challenging to participate in group settings. The focus is on providing a fun, engaging, and safe environment where children can enjoy tailored activities at their own pace in a 1:1 ratio. Limited spots available.

  *We carefully review registrants and the waitlist for this program to ensure this group is an appropriate fit for each child who is placed in this service.

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• Keeping Your Cool

  • Start
    Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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  • End
    Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Keeping Your Cool (10-13 years)

  The Keeping Your Cool series will teach children to identify their emotions, learn how their emotions impact others, and explore practical strategies for regulating their emotions. This series will focus on using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies to teach the concepts and use of the Zones of Regulation. This program is appropriate for children who can follow multi-step instructions independently, communicate using verbal requests, comments, and questions and can participate in a group setting without 1:1 support.

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• Date Night

  • Start
    Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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  • End
    Wednesday, October 22, 2025
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Date Night

  Need some time to relax and reconnect with your partner? Drop off your children at Bethesda, where they will enjoy games, crafts, movies and more! You can enjoy a night out without worrying about your little ones. The group is open to children aged 6 to 12 years.

  **Please indicate your first and second choice dates when registering for this group. Space is limited and spots are limited to one evening per family. We will try our best to accommodate your date request.

  
  

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• Sexuality and Relationships

  • Start
    Thursday, September 18, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, November 20, 2025
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  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

  
  

  Sexuality and Relationships (14-17 years | In High School)

  This two-part group series is designed for teens and young adults with a basic understanding of puberty, offering a supportive space to explore relationships, sexuality, and personal health. In Part One, participants will learn about different types of relationships, public vs. private behaviours, friendship, gender identity and expression, and communication and decision making related to sexuality and health. Part Two builds on these foundations with a focus on developing romantic relationships, safe internet and social media use, being in safe and respectful relationships, and learning how to care for your body. This group is intended for teens in high school. Teens must be comfortable in a group setting (1:4 ratio).

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• Builders Club

  • Start
    Thursday, September 18, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, October 23, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Builders Club (7-9 years)

  Get ready to build and create in this group! Staff will help you make creations using Legos, blocks, and more! Practice sharing, building and having fun! Children should be comfortable working with staff in a small group setting (3 children to 1 staff).

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Monday, September 22, 2025
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    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, September 22, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 11:30am-2:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Monday, September 22, 2025
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    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, September 22, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 3:00pm-6:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• Transitions, Changes, and Losses

  • When
    Monday, September 22, 2025
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    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Transitions, Changes, and Losses

  Caregiver Workshop

  Over the course of a day one goes through an incalculable amount of transitions and changes. Transitions and changes are common challenges for children/youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This can often create moments of stress that derail plans and cause ongoing stress for caregivers. From daily transitions to ongoing grief, in this workshop a Behaviour Therapist (BT) and Psychotherapist introduce skills and strategies for caregivers to utilize in everyday transitions (i.e., morning routine) and helps to prepare for communicating and working through sudden or potential loss (i.e., moving, loss of employment, death and other grief).

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, September 23, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 11:30am-2:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, September 23, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, September 23, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 3:00pm-6:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• ABA at Home: How to Generalize Skills

  • When
    Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  ABA at Home: How to Generalize Skills

  Caregiver Workshop

  Learn how to take the Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) skills your child is learning at Bethesda or school and apply them to your home setting.

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Thursday, September 25, 2025
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    1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, September 25, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 1:30pm-4:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Thursday, September 25, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
  • Spaces left
    0

  
  

  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, September 25, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 5:00pm-8:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - Toronto Zoo

  • When
    Saturday, September 27, 2025
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    8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
  • Spaces left
    3

  
  

  Adult Respite Services

  Toronto Zoo

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! The Toronto Zoo is packed with exciting animals, colourful birds, creepy crawlies and rare species to see up close. Travel the globe from Africa, Australasia, the Tundra and more. Need a break from walking, hop on board the Zoomobile, a convenient way to get around the zoo. 

  Details:

  Date of event: Saturday, September 27, 2025

  Price of event: $38.50 (includes Zoomobile pass)

  Cost of ticket is subject to change based on number of attendees. 
  

  Time of event: 8:30am - 7:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to attend this event.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions about this event.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - Walking Club

  • When
    Monday, September 29, 2025
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    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Adult Respite Services

  Walking Club

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Come rain or shine, the walking club is on its way. With a variety of local trails, the great outdoors awaits to be explored. Raining? No problem: Niagara offers many indoor walking tracks to pick from.  

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, September 29, 2025

  Price of event: Included for individuals registered with Adult Respite Services at Bethesda 

  Time of event: 1:00pm - 5:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to attend this event.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions about this event.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Monday, September 29, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, September 29, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 5:30pm-8:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, September 30, 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, September 30, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 11:30am-2:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, September 30, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, September 30, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 3:00pm-6:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  • When
    Tuesday, September 30, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  Experience a time of learning, appreciation, and reconciliation of Indigenous Peoples. Families will have the opportunity to participate in Indigenous activities such as a drum circle, and crafts, and learn about the history of orange shirt day and how all Canadians can help with reconciliation.

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• RESPITE - 10-Pin Bowling Night

  • When
    Wednesday, October 01, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    327 Ontario Street, St. Catharines, ON
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Adult Respite Services

  10-Pin Bowling Night at Parkway Social

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Ready to roll? Join us for a fun-filled evening at the bowling alley. Whether you're aiming for a strike, or spare, or just here for the laughs, everyone will have a great time - no experience needed. We'll cheer each other on and enjoy some friendly competition. Come for the game, stay for the great company! Sign up today and let's hit the lanes together!  

  Details:

  Date of event: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

  Price of event: $21.50

  Time of event: 6:00pm-9:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to attend this event.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions about this event.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Thursday, October 02, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, October 2, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 10:30am-1:30pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Thursday, October 02, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
  • Spaces left
    0

  
  

  Adult Respite Services

  1:1 Support

  This event is reserved for attendees of Bethesda’s Adult Services Respite Program only. If you are not registered with Bethesda’s Respite Program, please see the event page for other Adult Services Events.
  

  Need a bit of extra support? Our 1:1 sessions are now available and can be booked! Whether it’s in the comfort of your family home or out and about in the community, we are here to help. Book for up to 3 hours at a time.

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, October 2, 2025

  Price of event: This service is included for those registered with Bethesda Adult Services Respite Program   

  Time of event: 2:00pm-5:00pm

  Pre-Registration is required to book this session.

  Please connect with Gillian Black if you have any questions.

  905.684.6918 ext. 374

  gblack@bethesdaservices.com 

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• Caregiver Advisory Network

  • When
    Wednesday, October 08, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6

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  Caregiver Advisory Network

  You’re invited share your ideas and experiences to help us improve the programs and services we offer to families. Your voice matters and we’re listening. Come out, enjoy dinner and create a positive change.

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• Toilet Training

  • When
    Wednesday, October 08, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Toilet Training

  Caregiver Workshop

  Is your child showing readiness signs for toilet training? This workshop will help parents and caregivers recognize readiness skills and patterns of current toileting behaviours and learn toilet training strategies based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). This workshop is best suited for parents of children ages 7 and younger.

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• Emotional Regulation: How to Lend your Calm

  • When
    Wednesday, October 15, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Emotional Regulation: How to Lend your Calm

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn practical strategies on how to be an emotional support for their child, and teach them calming strategies.

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• Saturday Sampler

  • Start
    Saturday, October 18, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, November 08, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Saturday Sampler (4-6 years)

  Not sure what your child enjoys? Saturday Sampler is a great way to explore! This fun, mixed-activity group gives kids a chance to try some of our most popular recreational group offerings - like Sensory Explorers, Dance and Movement, Superheroes and Fairy Tales and more. It’s a great opportunity to discover what sparks their interest when you’re picking groups next winter! Children must be comfortable in a small group setting (3 children to 1 staff). This group was created based on caregiver feedback.

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• Bry-Anne Farms

  • When
    Saturday, October 18, 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Bry-Anne Farms 471 Foss Rd Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0

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  Bry-Anne Farms

  Your family can come and enjoy time at the pumpkin patch at Bry-Anne Farms! Enjoy a hayride and visit the pumpkin patch; see all the colourful gourds, squash, pumpkins and apples. Fun for the whole family! Disclaimer: Guardians are required to stay with their children. Siblings welcome!

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• Identifying and Coping with Autistic Burnout

  • When
    Monday, October 20, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Identifying and Coping with Autistic Burnout

  Caregiver Workshop

  Is your child/youth experiencing depression, or could it be “autistic burnout”? Come learn about the signs and symptoms of a concept that is gaining attention in recent years, “autistic burnout”. Let’s discuss how you can support your child through certain lifestyle changes to improve their psychological wellbeing.

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• Desensitization: Preparing your Child for Cold Weather

  • When
    Wednesday, October 22, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Desensitization: Preparing your Child for Cold Weather

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn strategies to prepare their child for colder weather, and wearing winter clothes.

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• Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT)

  • Start
    Thursday, October 23, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, October 30, 2025
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

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  Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT)

  Support for Bethesda Parents and Caregivers of Children 8 -17

  • Have you been caring for the needs of others for as long as you can remember?
  • Do you feel as though you’ve been drowning in your responsibilities?

  ACT could be the lifeline you’ve been looking for!

  Take this opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers who understand the kind of struggles we face caring for children who have special needs. Reflect on what’s important to you and learn how to find more peace and joy in your life. No matter where you are in life, this experiential workshop will move you.

  Meals are provided for the in-person workshops

  
  

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• Pokémon 7-9

  • Start
    Saturday, October 25, 2025
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  • End
    Saturday, November 08, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Pokémon (7-9 years)

  Welcome to Pokémon Club, a place where creativity and fun come to life! In this exciting group, kids will embark on thrilling adventures, using their imagination to create new Pokémon and reimagine their favourites. Whether crafting unique creatures or playing high energy games, Pokemon club is all about sharing your common interest, practicing your social skills and having a blast. Children should be comfortable in a small group setting (3 youth to 1 staff).

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• Pokémon (10-13 years)

  • Start
    Saturday, October 25, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, November 08, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Pokémon (10-13 years)

  Welcome to Pokémon Club, a place where creativity and fun come to life! In this exciting group, youth will embark on thrilling adventures, using their imagination to create new Pokémon and reimagine their favourites. Whether crafting unique creatures or playing high energy games, Pokemon club is all about sharing your common interest, practicing your social skills and having a blast. Children should be comfortable in a small group setting (3 youth to 1 staff).

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• Teen Halloween Dance

  • When
    Tuesday, October 28, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Teen Halloween Dance (13-17 years)

  Teens are invited to meet and make new friends at our sensory friendly teen dance night: Halloween Dance! Socialize, have fun, and express yourself through dance and music. There will also be an area to hangout away from the dance. Teens must be comfortable in a ratio of 1 staff to 4 teens.

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• Trick-or-Treat at Bethesda

  • When
    Wednesday, October 29, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Trick-or-Treat at Bethesda

  All ages are welcome. It’s time for spooky season fun! Join us for a hauntingly good time at Bethesda Children and Youth Services Niagara Family Centre! This is a drop-in event.

  Practice your Trick-or-Treating skills in a safe and fun environment! Dress up in your most awesome costumes and perfect that “trick or treat!” Explore our building, meet some staff. No Tricks, just Treats. Explore the centre and meet our friendly staff, who will be decked out in their Halloween best! This event is for the whole family.

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• ABA 101: Proactive Strategies

  • When
    Wednesday, October 29, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  ABA 101: Proactive Strategies

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn about the functions of behaviour, power of reinforcement, and proactive strategies to support their child.

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• Special Services at Home (SSAH) Application Support

  • When
    Tuesday, November 04, 2025
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

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  Special Services at Home (SSAH) Application Support

  Our Service Coordinators will help to provide support with completing applications online for families who have not applied. Families are encouraged to bring their laptops and iPad’s to complete applications. Laptops will also be available on a first come, first served basis. This workshop is appropriate for families applying for the first time only.

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• Special Services at Home (SSAH) Application Support

  • When
    Tuesday, November 04, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

  Register

  
  

  Special Services at Home (SSAH) Application Support

  Our Service Coordinators will help to provide support with completing applications online for families who have not applied. Families are encouraged to bring their laptops and iPad’s to complete applications. Laptops will also be available on a first come, first served basis. This workshop is appropriate for families applying for the first time only.

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• Teen Lounge

  • Start
    Monday, November 10, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Monday, December 15, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Teen Lounge (14-17 years)

  Teens can practice socializing and can play games. We have video games, movie nights, comfy vibes for listening to music, and tons more! Teens should be comfortable in a group of 3 teens to 1 staff ratio.

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• Lego Club

  • Start
    Monday, November 10, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Monday, December 15, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

  
  

  Lego Club (7-9 years)

  In this group children will work collaboratively to build creative structures and work on sportsmanship skills. This group is designed for children who can work in groups with minimal prompting and support - verbal and collaborative play is present. Children must be safe in a group with a 1:3 ratio.

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• Play Zone

  • Start
    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Tuesday, December 16, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Play Zone - Ages 5-9 years

  Play Zone is a one to one recreational offering is designed for children who find it challenging to participate in group settings. The focus is on providing a fun, engaging, and safe environment where children can enjoy tailored activities at their own pace in a 1:1 ratio. Limited spots available.

  *We carefully review registrants and the waitlist for this program to ensure this group is an appropriate fit for each child who is placed in this service.

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• Home Alone

  • Start
    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Tuesday, December 16, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Home Alone (10-13 years)

  Home Alone is an interactive group where children can learn and practice social and life skills related to staying safe when alone. Group topics include stranger awareness, what to do in an emergency, home safety, calling 911, basic care for minor scrapes and cuts, internet safety, establishing a home alone routine, locking and unlocking a door and being responsible with a house key. This program is appropriate for youth who can follow multi-step instructions independently, communicate verbally and can participate in an in-person group setting.

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• Transition to Adulthood Workshop Series

  • Start
    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
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  • End
    Tuesday, December 02, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

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  Transition to Adulthood Workshop Series

  A four-part, weekly workshop series designed to support parents, caregivers, and youth as they prepare for life beyond childhood! Each workshop will provide practical tools, expert guidance, and insights into the services and supports available during this important transition. Our goal is to help families plan with confidence. Take the next step toward a successful transition to adulthood!

  Hosted at Bethesda’s Niagara Family Centre (NFC)

  Free to Attend | For Caregivers with Transitional Aged Youth
  Featuring Guest Speakers from Community Partners Each Week
  Transition Planning Resources will be provided.

  Part 1: Navigating the Transition to Adulthood

  Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm
  Learn about the Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) process of transitioning to adulthood in the community and at Bethesda. This foundational session sets the tone for the remaining workshops!

  Part 2: Community Supports & Goal Setting

  Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm
  Do you know for which services your youth is eligible? Find out in this session! We will provide you with the resources you will need to begin customizing your plan and setting goals for your youths future, with the help of Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).

  Part 3: Engaging Youth in the Transition Process

  Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm   

  Hear from young adults about their real-life transition experiences. Learn tips on goal setting, advocacy, and self-determination. Youth are encouraged to attend this session with their parent/caregiver.

  Part 4: Introduction to Adult Services at Bethesda

  Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm
  Discover Bethesda’s adult services, including Passport funding, day/respite programs, healthcare changes, and guardianship/consent.  Learn how to access services as your youth approaches adulthood.

  
  

  Questions? Contact the team

  • Katie Montgomery (Interventionist) kmontgomery@bethesdaservices.com, ext. 665
  • Lianne Wyatt (Caregiver Engagement Lead)
    lwyatt@bethesdaservices.com, ext. 286

  Please be sure to indicate which sessions you will be attending during registration!

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• Picky Eating

  • When
    Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Picky Eating

  Caregiver Workshop

  This interactive workshop equips parents, caregivers, and clinicians with practical strategies to address picky eating in children. We’ll explore a variety of positive approaches.

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• Dance and Movement

  • Start
    Thursday, November 13, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Thursday, December 11, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Dance and Movement (7-9 years)

  This group is designed for children and youth to show off their dance moves, play, and to meet like-minded peers. Children should be comfortable working with staff in a small group setting (3 children to 1 staff).

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• Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)Application Support

  • When
    Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

  Register

  
  

  Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)Application Support

  Our Service Coordinators will help to provide support with completing applications online for families who have not applied. Families are encouraged to bring their laptops and iPad’s to complete applications, laptops will also be available on a first come, first served basis. This workshop is appropriate for families applying for the first time only.

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• Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)Application Support

  • When
    Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre, 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

  Register

  
  

  Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)Application Support

  Our Service Coordinators will help to provide support with completing applications online for families who have not applied. Families are encouraged to bring their laptops and iPad’s to complete applications, laptops will also be available on a first come, first served basis. This workshop is appropriate for families applying for the first time only.

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• Teaching Independence

  • When
    Wednesday, November 19, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Teaching Independence

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn strategies to support their child becoming more independent with daily living tasks.

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• Dance and Movement

  • Start
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, December 13, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Dance and Movement (7-9 years)

  This group is designed for children and youth to show off their dance moves, play, and to meet like-minded peers. Children should be comfortable working with staff in a small group setting (3 children to 1 staff).

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• Dance and Movement

  • Start
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, December 13, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Dance and Movement (4-6 years)

  This group is designed for children and youth to show off their dance moves, play, and to meet like-minded peers. Children should be comfortable working with staff in a small group setting (3 children to 1 staff).

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• Knowledge Knights

  • Start
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, December 13, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

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  Knowledge Knights (10-13 years)

  Knowledge Knights is a fun, interactive group for youth who love to test their trivia skills, play board games, and share facts with friends. In this social setting, participants will challenge each other in friendly competitions and learn new things while having a blast. Youth should feel comfortable in a small group (3 youth to 1 staff). This group was created by one of our teens!

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• Music Exchange

  • Start
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Saturday, December 13, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
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    0

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  Music Exchange (14-17 years)

  The Music Exchange is a group for teens 14-17 who enjoy creating and/or listening to music. This group will provide a space for teens to share their favourite music, be exposed to new types of music, play music trivia, and develop a playlist that will be shared with other Bethesda youth. Teens should be comfortable participating in a small group setting with limited staff support (4 teens to 1 staff).

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• Understanding your Child’s Diagnosis

  • When
    Wednesday, November 26, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Understanding your Child’s Diagnosis

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn what is autism and how to best support their child.

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• Surviving the Holidays

  • When
    Wednesday, December 10, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Online

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  Surviving the Holidays

  Caregiver Workshop

  Caregivers will learn strategies to prepare their child for being off of school and having a different routine during the holidays. Caregivers will also be provided an activity guide with ideas to keep their children busy during the holidays.

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