Hero Circle
The Hero Circle program, delivered by specially trained black belt martial artists, teaches children breathing, visualization, and relaxation techniques, in addition to traditional martial arts moves, to help empower children beyond the pain and trauma of childhood diseases and conditions.
Participant Criteria:
- Ages 6+ years
- Able to participate in a group program for 45-60 minutes
- Able to attend to a task for a minimum of 5 minutes
ErinoakKids Oakville Site
Dates: Tuesdays | Oct 13 - Dec 8 (No session Nov 3, Dec 1)
Time: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.
ErinoakKids Mississauga Site
Dates: Mondays | Oct 5 - Dec 14 (No session Oct 12)
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
ErinoakKids Brampton Site
Dates: Tuesdays | Oct 13 - Dec 15
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
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Fun Swim
Fun Swim is a free recreational swim for all ages and abilities!
Participant Criteria:
- Able to adhere to supervision and Admission Standards (below).
- Able to participate in a group setting in a way that is safe for themselves and others.
- Medically stable and seizure free for at least six months.
- Clients/parents who have diagnosed cardiovascular conditions must seek medical clearance prior to participating.
- Swimmers who are not toilet trained must wear specially designed swim diapers or pool pants.
Admission Standards:
- Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (18+) and is responsible for their direct supervision (within arms’ reach and able to render immediate assistance), with a maximum of one child for each parent or guardian.
- Children 8+ who are unable to pass the facility swimming test must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (18+) and responsible for their direct supervision.
- Children 8+ who are able to pass the facility swimming test are permitted to use the pool independently, but a parent or guardian must remain on the pool deck for the duration of the session.
* Services are available up age 19. Youth who are already receiving services may continue beyond age 19 while they remain enrolled in a publicly funded school.
ErinoakKids Brampton Site
Dates/ Time: Mondays
Session One: Oct 5 - Nov 9 (5:30 - 6:30 pm)
Session Two: Nov 16 - Dec 14 (5:30 - 6:30 pm)
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Family Skate
Family Skate provides an opportunity for clients and their families to explore skating as a leisure activity in an unstructured fun, skate in a supported environment. Adapted equipment will be available for use during the program e.g. sledges, skate mates. This is not a formal skating lesson, volunteer support may be available to support clients during the program.
Participant Criteria:
- A CSA approved helmet is mandatory for all participants on the ice.
- Participants must provide their own skates, if adapted equipment is required, please discuss at time of registration.
- Able to participate in a group setting in a way that is safe for themselves and others.
- Interested in skating or sledge.
- Must attend with a parent or caregiver who skates with them or stays at a facility during program.
Iceland Arena Rink 2 (705 Matheson Blvd E, Mississauga)
Dates: Thursdays |Oct 29 - Dec 17
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $120
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Preteen Social Connect
Preteen Social Connect provides opportunities for preteens ages 10 - 13 (up to grade 8), to socially connect and interact with peers. During the group they have the opportunity to play games and get to know each other through various interactive activities.
Participant Criteria:
- An active client with ErinoakKids or with an OAP number
- Ages: 10 - 13 years
- Able to participate in group activities and discussion with appropriate support and accommodations
- Participants requiring support with social goals/ personal care may attend with a support person
- Complete an initial telephone assessment which includes a questionnaire that reviews the program format/ goals, as well as any individual social objectives
ErinoakKids Mississauga Site
Dates: Thursdays |Sept 10, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3
Time: 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
To register, contact Scheduling: 905-855-2690 ext. 3
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Teen Social Connect
Teen social connect provides opportunities for teens 14-21 years old (high school aged), to socially connect and interact with peers. During the group they have the opportunity to play games and get to know each other through various interactive activities.
Participant Criteria:
- An active client with ErinoakKids or with an OAP number
- Ages 14 - 18 years
- Able to participate in group activities and discussion with appropriate support and accommodations
- Participants requiring support with social goals/ personal care may attend with a support person
- Complete an initial telephone assessment which includes a questionnaire that reviews the program format/ goals, as well as any individual social objectives
* Services are available up age 19. Youth who are already receiving services may continue beyond age 19 while they remain enrolled in a publicly funded school.
Virtual
Dates: Tuesdays | Sept 22, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
ErinoakKids Mississauga Site
Dates: Tuesdays | Sept 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
To register, contact Scheduling: 905-855-2690 ext. 3
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