Community Outings
7-week program consisting of 7 sessions, held once weekly.
What is this program about:
Community Outings is a structured, staff-supported group that promotes independence while encouraging meaningful peer interaction. Participants engage in real-life community experiences (e.g., grocery stores, fast food restaurants, public transit, and fun community locations) with guidance that is gradually faded to support independent skill use.
Through hands-on practice, participants build confidence navigating everyday situations while connecting with peers of similar ages. Sessions focus on developing social skills in natural environments, including initiating interactions, making choices, and participating appropriately in group outings, all within a supportive setting that fosters both independence and friendship.
What will my child learn?
· Planning social outings - who, what, where, and when
· Community safety skills and awareness – Crossing the street, sidewalk etiquette
· Using public transit in a safe and appropriate way - Paying for the bus, watching for their stop, and exiting the bus
· Making purchases and handling money – Budgeting, exchanging money, practicing appropriate voice volume and small talk
· Navigating community locations (e.g., stores, restaurants, recreational spaces) – expected behaviours in these settings, interactions with both community members and peers, and navigating unfamiliar locations.
· Building social skills with peers and developing friendships - Initiating interactions, making choices, and practicing positive peer connections
Please let us know if you have any further questions or if you would like to register