Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
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Life-skills programs at Holland Bloorview

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ABI Teen Support Group

To enhance the understanding and self-awareness of teenagers aged 16-20 years who have acquired brain injuries. Teens interested in joining the group need to meet in advance with a group facilitator and register.

Contact
Heather Keating

Camp Connection

An overnight camp adventure for children with disabilities aged 7-14.

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KristinEnglish

Home & Community Life Skills Assessments

This consultative service is available to Holland Bloorview outpatient clients (aged 7-14) and their families to assist with life skill and recreation development one-on-one or in groups. Skills include snack- and meal-making, friendship, money management and more!

Contact
Ages 7 – 14 | Kristin English
Ages 15 + |  Julie Osbelt

The Independence Program

A three-week residential program for youth 17–21 years who want to work on skills for independent living. This program is run out of Ryerson University Student Residence in downtown Toronto.

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Kimberlea Jones-Galley

Out and About Club

A summer program that opens a world of unconventional recreation opportunities to children with disabilities aged 7-14.

Contact
Kristin English

Skills for Transition

Offers 1:1 coaching during the school year and life skills workshops for youth with physical disabilities in the summer.

Contact
Natalie Timbrell
Sarah Keenan

Turning Point

An overnight independence program for youth 16-25 who have a brain injury. Turning Point is offered in partnership with Holland Bloorview and March of Dimes and held at Sheridan College Residence in Brampton.

Contact
Julie Osbelt

Youth Weekend Retreat

This program is for young adults 16-25 years of age who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury. This retreat provides a weekend away from caregivers in a supported environment with many social opportunities and group activities. It’s held at Salvation Army Jackson's Point Conference Centre in Sutton.

Contact
Julie Osbelt