Therapeutic Recreation Spring. Summer 2016 Newsletter

Therapeutic Recreation Services
Newsletter
Spring/Summer 2016
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Community Links~
Northumberland County
Para Swim Program
NORAC Swim Club
Jack Burger Pool, Port Hope
www.swimnorac.com
Paddle ALL
Adapted Paddling Program for
youth and adults with
exceptionalities
Cobourg Dragon Boat &
Canoe Club 905-373-1963
www.cobourgbcc.ca
Fishability Sports
Accessible fishing and guided tours
on Rice Lake, Bewdley waterfront
www.fishabilitysports.org
705-295-1538
Snoezelen Multi-Sensory Room
Community Living West
Northumberland
(905) 372-4455 Ex.t 223
Town Park Rec. Centre
Port Hope (905) -885-7908
Northumberland YMCA
(905) 372-0161
www.ymcanorthumberland.ca
Northumberland
Special Olympics,
(613) 475-3036
www.specialolympics.ca
QUINTRA
Quinte Therapeutic Riding
613.395.4472 Barb Davis
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Five Counties Children’s Centre
Join us for a Family Day Trip to Windreach Farm !!!
This full day experience will provide your family an opportunity to tour this
uniquely accessible farm and outdoor centre. Our fun day at the farm will
include, wagon rides, farm tour to see the animals, stable tour to see horses and
therapeutic riding program, playground, children’s sensory centre and trails!
Our visit at the farm will last from approximately 10:30am to 2:30pm.
Date: Wednesday July 6, 2016
Location: Windreach Farm, 312 Townline Rd. Scugog, ON
www.windreachfarm.org
*Please bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy at the farm
*Transportation by school bus provided to Windreach Farm from FCCC
Peterborough and Lindsay Sites and Port Hope carpool.
* Families are also welcome to drive on their own and meet FCCC group at the farm at
10:30am.
$20.00 per family by bus / $10.00 per family driving yourself
Please register early to secure an accessible seat on the bus, spots are limited.
Please call to register request a registration form
Beth Fraleigh, Admin. Assistant 705-748-2337 Ext. 201
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday June 6, 2016
Get Sporty @ Multi-Sports Camp
Five Counties is teaming up with local coaches and athletes to give youth a
taste of adapted & specialized sports at Multi-Sports Camp.
Including; wheelchair basketball, lacrosse, baseball and of course lots of fun
camp games! Join us for this sporty camp!
Meet new friends & have fun everyday!
WHO:
 Youth 10 years and older interested in sports & wheelchair sports
 Able to follow 2 step directions
 Participate in group activities
 Manage their own personal care.
Participants will have a chance to learn more about recreational and/or
competitive sport opportunities in the province.
TIMES & DATES: Monday, July 25 to Thursday, July 28th, 2016
10:00 am to 2:00pm
WHERE: Peterborough - location to be confirmed
COST: $30 to be paid to: Five Counties Children’s Centre
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2016
Please Register by contacting Colleen Ristok at (705) 748-2337 Ext. 250
cristok@fivecounties.on.ca
Adapted Martial Arts
Come Give it a Try!
For Five Counties clients in Northumberland County
with Instructor, Daniel Dees ~ Karate 4 change
This introductory night of martial arts geared for children and youth with disabilities
6 years and up. Practicing Martial Arts provides a great opportunity to develop
self-confidence, gross motor skills and have fun!
Participant Criteria;
· Interested and motivated to learn martial arts
· Able to follow 1& 2 step directions
· Able to understand and follow safety rules
*** Students who require individual assistance are invited to attend this
event with their own support person***
Friday May 13, 2016 6:00- 7:00pm
Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg
Spoolon Youth Room
*This program is offered at no cost to
families, thanks to a generous
donation by
Weston Cares Cobourg campaign**
Registration:
Please contact Colleen to pre-register your spot for this class.
Colleen Ristok 1-888-779-9916 Ext. 250 or cristok@fivecounties.on.ca
Creative Arts Camp
For children, aged 7- 10 years, receiving
Therapeutic Recreation Services at FCCC
Creative Movement, Arts & Crafts
Music & Special Guest instructors
Monday July 11 to Friday July 15, 2016
9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Fee: $35.00
FCCC Peterborough Site, 872 Dutton Rd.
Camper Criteria;
* Interested and motivated to attend camp
* Able to follow 2 step directions and simple rules
* Able to participate in group activities
*Able to manage their own personal care
To register please contact Tanya Keast, Recreation Therapist
(705) 748-2337 Ext. 251 or tkeast@fivecounties.on.ca
Registration Deadline June 6, 2016
Community Opportunities– Peterborough
Kawartha Pottery Guild
Lots of exciting things going on at the potters guild Family Clay Day, or private parties, summer camp for
kids, etc. On Saturday, April 30th will have an Open House with a Free Try Clay, smashing party and
demos. Financial Assistance may be available for guild programs.
Find out more at kawarthapottersguild.com 705-742-4979
PETEBOROUGH CHALLENGER BASEBALL
A new baseball program and league is set to roll out this summer in the city. The program will open the
door to special needs youth in the city and area for them to participate in a baseball program as a member
of a team, playing the game. The new league will be sanctioned and operate under the guidance of
Challenger Canada, and Baseball Canada. An organizational meeting will take place at 6:30pm on April
26th at the Lions Club Community Center's Sisson Room beginning at 6:30pm. The public is invited to
attend to find out more about this program, to volunteer to work with this program and to set the stage
for the launch of this awesomely exciting baseball program for special need youth. For more information
please contact: ptbo.challenger@gmail.com
SOAP BOX DERBY RACING
The Super Kids Program provides the opportunity for special needs children to move past the barriers that
previously prevented them from taking part in soap box derby racing and experiencing the Thrill of the Hill.
Unlike regular competitive racing, Super Kids families are not required to own their own derby car, as the
special custom, built 2 seat cars are provided by the race host organization. The special needs racer is
paired with an experienced derby race who acts as their pilot, and together they race down the slope.
The track is located on the grounds at Kawartha Downs and Speedway just outside of the
City of Peterborough. The Canadian Super Kids National Championships are open to all special needs
children between the ages of 7 and 16. Contact: canadiansuperkids@gmail.com
GENERAL—JUMPING MOUSE NATURE EDUCATION
We are an educational organization in Peterborough, Ontario. We specialize in deep nature connection,
survival and wilderness skills, naturalist study, and building resilient and positive relationships through
good old fashioned outdoor fun!
www.jumpingmouseprograms.com
D’Arcy Hutton: 705 931 3139
Community Opportunities– Northumberland County
Summer Program ~ Cobourg
Paddle ALL~ for Youth and Adults with Physical or Cognitive Exceptionalities
Paddlers will be in our most stable canoe and kayaks, with one to one ratio. Adaptive Paddling equipment
will be used for the paddlers, tailored to individual needs. Emphasis will be on fun and enjoying paddling.
$99 ages 7+ Adults Weekly practices June to August
For more information www.cobourgdbcc.ca email : info@cobourgdbcc.ca
Christine Proulx 905-373-1963
Quinte Sailability ~ Trenton www.quintesailibity.ca
Quinte SailAbility is a sailing school for persons with a physical or developmental disability, regardless of
age or degree of disability. Founded in 2001 and serving the greater Quinte area the school has grown to
be one of the largest in Ontario. It operates out of the CFB Trenton Yacht Club. Our goal is to be
accessible, affordable and active. Through the use of technology, barriers are eliminated, providing the
therapeutic benefits of sailing on one’s own.
You’re very welcome to come out and take a look. Try a test sail with no cost or obligation and find out
just how free you’ll feel
Sunny Days—Day Program Brighton
A day program run at the heart of Brighton for youth and adults with a range of disabilities
613-970-4707 hayleychapman87@outlookcom.
Hastings Field House—97 Elgin Street, Hastings
http://www.trenthills.ca/en/services/Hastings-Field-House.asp
Walking track, various sports including badminton, tennis, basketball
YMCA Northumberland ~ Cobourg SNAP Summer program
SNAP Camp | 6 – 15yrs SNAP Camp runs every Wednesday throughout the summer
(July 13 – August 24) and is specifically designed for children with special needs. Our highly
flexible and trained staff work with campers at a maximum ratio of 1 counsellor to every 3 campers to
ensure participants have a positive camp experience. SNAP provides a unique structure to introduce
campers with special needs to the camp experience.
July 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17, 24 Ages: 6 – 15 years
Members $37/day Non Members $42/day
Cobourg YMCA phone: 905.372.0161
www.ymcanorthumberland.com
Community Opportunities– Peterborough County
ADAPTIVE SWIMMING LESSONS – Spring session starting soon. Program
can be prorated for swimmers who start at a later date. Registration for all
adaptive programs to be completed with the Aquatics Supervisor. Please call (705)
748-1432 for information, availability and session
Community Links ~
Peterborough County
Peterborough
Special Olympics
Bill Strode, Coordinator
w.strode@cogeco.ca
705-742-6697
Trent Aquatics
705-748-1432
www.trentu.ca/athletics/
aquatics/
Peterborough
Sport & Wellness Centre
705-742-0050
Dream Catchers' baseball league will be running at the Norwood baseball diamond, www.peterborough.ca/pswc
Dream Catchers Baseball ~ Norwood
next to the Asphodel-Norwood Community Centre. The league is specifically
designed for children who would be unable to participate in a summer recreational
program due to safety concerns or a child's physical needs such as braces, walkers
or wheelchairs.
Each game will consist of two innings in which every child bats, runs the bases and
scores. The last batter runs the bases to score a home run. No team score is kept so
everyone wins! Each Dream Catcher player will have a "buddy" to help them out
with playing the game, whether it be fielding, batting or running the bases. The
players' safety is their first priority. The "buddy" can be a sibling, parent, friend or
relative.
More information contact: Mireille ("Mariah") McArthur at
mireille_mcarthur@hotmail.com
Peterborough YMCA- Special Needs Swim
705-748-9622 www.peterboroughymca.ca
Junior Adventure Group– April 5th—June 14, 2016 A specialized fun activity
night geared towards children with exceptionalities! Ages 7-13 years.
Tues. 5:30– 6:30pm Contact Charlotte Van Spronsen at 705-748-9622 ext. 221
www.ymcaofceo.ca
Peterborough Huskies
Cathy Tuck 705-768-8542
peterboroughhuskies.com
Wide range of activities;
including baseball, dance,
colour guard, fencing and more!
Active Together CPD Resource Hub
www.pcpd.ca
705-874-8661
Ontario Early Years Centre
Family Activities with children
6 years and under.
5 locations throughout city
www.pfrc.ca
705-748-9144
Accessible Playgrounds &
Splash Pads;
Riverview Park & Zoo
Nicholas Oval Splash Pad
Rogers Cove Splash Pad and
Playground
Beavermead Park
Kiwanis Park, Middlefield Rd.
T.H.R.I.L.
THERAPEUTIC HORSE
RIDING IN LINDSAY
T.H.R.I.L is a not -for-profit organization that aims to improve the
quality of life for mentally and physically challenged youth and
adults by providing equine therapy by certified
instructor. Riders will experience the joy and thrill of being on a
horse, while at the same time working on their balance, strength,
coordination, and improving their self-confidence, self-esteem,
communication and socialization skills
T.H.R.I.L.'s president and resident coach, Kelly Russell, is a
CTRII (Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association Intermediate
Instructor), and has been a CanTRA certified
instructor since 1990. She thoroughly enjoys her role in improving
the quality of life of mentally and physically challenged youth and
adults through equine therapy.
www.fieldofdreamsfarm.ca/thril.html Field of Dreams Farm
1072 Monarch Road, Lindsay, Ontario, K9V 4R1
Kelly 905-809-7087
Other options in our region;
PARD ~ Peterborough Association for Riding for the Disabled
This is a longstanding Therapeutic Riding program
in our region.
Wendon Hills Equestrian Centre; 1372 4th Line, Warsaw
www.pard.ca Phone: 705-742-6441
Quinte Therapeutic Riding Stables– Stirling, On.
QUINTRA 613.395.4472 Barb Davis
www.quintra.ca
Equine Therapy– Horse guided learning and healing
Samantha Devlin, Certified Facilitator 705-927-0299 Douro, On.
theequinelink.com
www.theequinelink.com
Community Links ~
Haliburton &
City of Kawartha Lakes
Gymnastics
Lindsay Gymnastics Centre
www.lindsaygc.on.ca
(705)878-4597
Special Olympics ~ Kawartha
lakes
Mike Debourbon
(705) 953-9910
Boys & Girls Club Programs
www.bgckl.com
(705) 324-4493
Provincial Groups/
Opportunities
Ontario Wheelchair Sports
ww.ontwheelchairsports.org
Parasport Ontario
www.parasportontario.ca
Variety Village~
accessible sports facility
www.varietyvillage.ca
(416) 669–7167
Abilities Centre
Whitby, On
www.abiltiescentre.org
Ability Online ~
online network with youth
with disabilities & illness
www.abilityonline.org
Access 2 Entertainment
www.access2.ca
card provides free admission
for support persons accompanying person with disability to
movie or special attraction Eg.
Ontario Science Centre, CN
Tower, Bowmansville Zoo..
Join new Facebook page - ASD Info Hub Four Counties for updated
information about information/events and resources for families
living in Peterborough, Northumberland, City of Kawartha Lakes and
Haliburton regions.
Autism Ontario—Community Events Coordinator, Rachel Marks
rachel@autismonatrio.com 613-507-7896 ext 503
See Autism Ontario Potential programs www.autismontario.com
****Join online e-list for automatic alerts to recreational events hosted by Autism Ontario
in our region and across the province.
In our region:
Lindsay Cooking Club –Sunday May 8 10am—Boys & Girls Club of Kawartha Lakes
Cobourg YMCA–Choose your own Adventure –Family Drop In
Sat May 21, Sat June 18, Sat. July 16 3:30pm
Kerry’s Place Autism Services– East Region
Camps, group learning sessions and youth programs
www.kerrysplace.org
Nova’s Arks program Durham
Www.novasark.ca T-905-706-1009
Year round farm offering specialty programs and summer day camps for children and
youth with exceptionalities.
Sensory Friendly Screenings at Cineplex Movies
www.cineplex.com/Theatres/SensoryFriendly
Peterborough Galaxy Cinema is a participating theatre
The Jungle Book - Sat. May 7th 10:30am
Check back to website for more screenings over the summer!
As summer approaches you may be planning summer activities for your family. Going to summer camp is a
great way for children to experience new activities, grow in character and most importantly, have fun! There
are countless benefits of summer camp for a child including; independence and self-esteem; developing
new interests, being physically active, appreciating nature and building new friendship and memories.
When considering which camp is the right fit for your child here are some resources for you to explore:
Ontario Camping Association www.ontariocamps.ca 416-485-0425
* there are both day camp and residential camps listed here. OCA accredited camps meet a standard for
staff-camper ratio, good staff training including team building and inclusion training.
* check out the special needs section of this website.
Day Camps in our region
Campbellford- CCRC - Community Resource Centre 705 - 653-5161 www.campbellfordcrc.ca
Cobourg YMCA Camp Tiki www.ymcanorthumberland.com
Port Hope Municipality www.porthope.ca/en/residentservices/day_camp.asp
Lindsay -Boys and Girls Club www.bgckl.com/programs/summer-camps
Peterborough YMCA - www. peterboroughymca.orgone: 705-742-0050one: 705-742-0050
Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre - www.peterborough.ca/pswcdaycamps
Trent University www.trentsummersportscamp.ca
Trent Academic Camps www.trentcamps.ca (LEGO®botics, Game Programming, Trent Mini U Junior &
Senior and more)
Specialized Overnight Camps
Easter Seals- www.eastersealscamps.org
Camp Awakening - www.campawakening.com
Handi-Camp (based in Omemee) www.bcmintl.ca/handicamp.php
Kinark Outdoor Centre –www.koc.on.ca ( ASD program)
Online resource to locate camps for children with ASD www.autismontario.com/calypso
Camp Trail Blazers—providing camp experience for those with facial/craniofacial differences
info@aboutface.ca