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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

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

  Time of event: 1:00pm-4:00pm

  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 - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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    1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

  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
    Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

  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 - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Thursday, January 22, 2026
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    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, January 22, 2026

  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, January 22, 2026
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    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, January 22, 2026

  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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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Monday, January 26, 2026
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    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, January 26, 2026

  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
    Monday, January 26, 2026
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    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Monday, January 26, 2026

  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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• RESPITE - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

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

  Time of event: 1:00pm-4:00pm

  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 - 1:1 Support

  • When
    Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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    1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

  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
    Wednesday, January 28, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

  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 - Greg Frewin Show and Dinner

  • When
    Saturday, January 31, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    5781 Ellen Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON
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  Adult Respite Services

  Greg Frewin Show and Dinner 

  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.
  

  Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Greg Frewin dinner and magic show! Enjoy a delicious meal while witnessing jaw-dropping illusions, unbelievable tricks, and high-energy entertainment that will amaze the whole family. It’s a fun, one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss—sign up now and join the magic!  Dinner is a buffet style, to find out more information on the dinner options please use the following link: https://www.gregfrewintheatre.com/dinner

  * Booking is for a booth and is wheelchair accessible.

  Details:

  Date of event: Saturday, January 31, 2026

  Price of event: $114.03

  Time of event: 4:00pm-10:30pm

  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
    Sunday, February 01, 2026
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    12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Sunday, February 1, 2026

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

  Time of event: 12:30pm-3:30pm

  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
    Sunday, February 01, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined
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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.

  *Wheelchair accessible van is available.
  

  Details:

  Date of event: Sunday, February 1, 2026

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

  Time of event: 4:00pm-7:00pm

  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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• Passport: Harlem Globetrotters

  • When
    Thursday, February 05, 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    3280 Schmon Parkway

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  Supported Social Event - Harlem Globetrotters!

  Games, Activities & Friendship- with Professional Support
  

  Come see the world-famous exhibition basketball team, known for combining incredible basketball skills with comedy and showmanship, entertaining fans since 1926!

  This is a fee for service event, participants receive 3 hours of support from an experienced Bethesda staff in a 3:1 ratio. This event is perfect for individuals who want opportunities to attend a community sporting event with the support of our kind, caring staff or for primary caregivers who are looking for an evening respite option. Participants will meet at our Thorold office, then our Passport Support Staff will drive everyone to the game. We will finish the night by returning to the Thorold office.

  Details:

  Date of event: Thursday, February 5, 2026

  Time of event: 6:15pm - 9:30pm

  Location: 3280 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON

  
  

  Sign Up Deadline is Tuesday, January 13 at 4:00pm

  
  

  Price of event:

  $175 per person

  
  

  Your cost covers:

  3 hours of direct support

  Transportation

  Admission for event

  Pre-Registration is required to attend this event.

  Please connect with Kailey Cheropita, Manager, Passport Services if you have any questions about this event.

  905.684.6918 ext. 385

  kcheropita@bethesdaservices.com 

  
  

  *The cost for this event can be submitted for reimbursement through the Passport Funding Program.

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• Sexual Health and Wellbeing for All Conference

  • When
    Wednesday, February 11, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Club Roma, 125 Vansickle Road, St. Catharines, ON
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  Sexual Health and Wellbeing for All Conference

  Removing the stigmas and barriers around sexuality and support for adults with a developmental disability.

  

  Hosted by Bethesda Adult Clinical Services in partnership with:

           

       

  
  

  
  

  Date: February 11, 2026  - 8:30am-4:30pm

      Registration opens at 8:00am

      Breakfast and Lunch included

  Location:  Club Roma (125 Vansickle Rd. St. Catharines, ON)

  Free Parking!

  Keynote Speaker

   

  Dani Bowman, MBA Global Strategy & Leadership, BFA Animation

  Dani Bowman is an autistic entrepreneur, animator, educator, and speaker, and the founder of DaniMation.US—an animation studio and training program supporting autistic and neurodivergent creatives. She has taught animation to over 3,500 students and premiered 16 original animated short films at San Diego Comic-Con. Dani earned her BFA in Animation and her MBA in Global Strategy & Leadership. As a cast member on Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum U.S., Dani uses her platform to advocate for inclusion and empower others to turn passion into possibility.

  Conference Overview

  People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities are at greater risk of experiencing sexual violence and exploitation. This conference explores the importance of inclusive, person-centered sexual health education and support for individuals with disabilities. Participants will learn evidence-informed approaches to fostering healthy relationships, bodily autonomy, consent, and safety.

  Emphasizing dignity, rights, and trauma-informed practice, it will offer practical strategies for empowering individuals, supporting caregivers and staff, and creating environments where sexual wellness is understood as a key component of overall quality of life.

  Abstracts:

  Please choose your top 3 preferences during registration:

  The What, The Why and The How: Supporting people with Sexual Self Advocacy and Education. (Candice Keem, Inclusion West Niagara)

  In this session, participants will have an opportunity to learn about the What, Why and the How as it pertains to inclusive sex education and support. We will discuss what inclusive healthy sexual support looks like, why it is important, and how we can support people with their sexuality. We will also be addressing challenging issues, concerns and provide recourses for caregivers and people who receive support. 

  The How:  (Candice Keem, Inclusion West Niagara)

  In this session, participants who attended The What, The Why and The How: Supporting people with Sexual Self Advocacy and Education session, will have an opportunity to engage in more detailed conversations and activities that will provide examples of how to facilitate activities and resources used to support people with sexual advocacy and education.

  Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationships workshop for individuals with IDD (Deanna Djos,  Montage Supports)

  This workshop will help people understand what makes a relationship safe, respectful, and supportive—and how to spot red flags when things aren’t okay. We’ll talk about trust, communication, boundaries, and how to treat others (and be treated) with kindness.  

  Importance of Abuse Prevention (Ashley Curtis, MacKenzie Health)

  Teaching Skills for Safer Choices. Discussing the QAM, preventative skills, increasing safety and self advocacy. We can incorporate the 3 TALK tools, how professionals can use them to assess current skills and needs. Teaching skills to help to increase independence skills, safety, healthy relationship skills and overall wellness that all align with the abuse prevention framework.

  Navigating Adult Content (Cait Donaldson (she/her) and Shay Bramer (he/they), Safe Hub, Salvation Army)

  This course will be taught over the course of 3-4 weeks focusing on various important topics to understand when navigating adult content. NAC will discuss what porn is, the importance of being able to identify public vs private settings, myth busting, and internet safety. We will discuss potential positives and negatives to watching porn, porn and the law, and the importance of consent, common themes in porn, sex work, the importance of safety regarding chatting with people online, and sex-trafficking. Content has been created to support inclusive access.

  Sexual Offending Behaviour (Sam Tullo & Katherine Sanderson)

  This presentation will focus on developing a basic understanding of inappropriate sexual behavior and how it can intersect with the criminal justice system for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. It is intended to provide an overview of how caregivers and support staff can assist individuals in navigating the criminal justice system and the supports needed beyond initial charges related to sexual offending behavior. The presentation will emphasize understanding your limits of support as caregivers, support staff, and family members; offer strategies to support someone displaying inappropriate sexual behavior; and introduce compassion fatigue strategies for those providing care.

  From Bridging the Gap to Building Safety: Evolving Sexual Health & GBV Supports for Adults with IDD (Devon Atherton,  Anna Cook, Willowbridge)

  Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience high rates of gender-based violence, yet often face barriers to accessing prevention education and trauma-informed supports. This presentation will outline Willowbridge Community Services’ evolution from research on the lived experiences of women with IDD into applied, community-based responses. The presentation will highlight the development of the HER group and Building Safe Relationships, a province-wide pilot prevention initiative focused on accessible education about healthy relationships, boundaries, and safety, alongside capacity building for service providers and therapists. Participants will gain insight into the opportunities and challenges of translating research into inclusive, trauma-informed practice.

  
  

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• Beyond Awareness: Experiential Learning for Inclusive Support

  • When
    Wednesday, March 04, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Niagara College, Welland Campus

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  Beyond Awareness: Experiential Learning for Inclusive Support

  Hosted in Partnership by Niagara College’s Educational Assistance & Adult Supports, and Autism and Behavioural Sciences Programs and Bethesda.

  Join us for a day of immersive, experiential learning designed to transform the way we understand and deliver care.

  Participants will engage in hands-on activities and perspective-taking experiences that deepen empathy and understanding across diverse areas of human services — including bariatric and geriatric care, dementia, autism and mental health, and staff wellness.

  This interactive conference invites attendees to see through the eyes of those we support, fostering compassion, insight, and collaboration. Through experiential sessions, participants will gain practical tools and renewed inspiration to enhance person-centered, trauma-informed, and inclusive practices within their own organizations.

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