L.I.F.E. ADULT AUTISM DAY PROGRAM

Searching for a day program for adults with autism? You’ve come to the right place! L.I.F.E. stands for Learning, Independence, Friendship, and Education. It is a fee-for-service daily group designed to support adult individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). No referral is needed.

Contact Us

Jennalee Palladino
Hamilton Intake Worker
905-527-9771 ext. 182
hamiltonintake@woodview.ca

Program Location & Hours

435 York Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Hamilton

Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

There is a Winter break during December and a Summer break during July.

How we do it

The staff team is trained in Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and other instructional and support strategies specific to individuals with ASD. They use these skills to guide participants through our daily activity schedules. One staff member supports three participants and programs are tailored to meet individual and group needs.  Everyone has fun and learns new skills! 

Is the L.I.F.E. program right for your adult child?

The L.I.F.E. program is right for you, if you:

  • have ASD with low to moderate support needs;
  • are 18+ years old;
  • want to socialize and learn with others;
  • can engage in safe behaviour in a group and community setting;
  • are able to toilet independently; and
  • is able to move independently.
Skills and Activities at L.I.F.E.

The L.I.F.E. program provides learning opportunities and community – based experiences that promote skill development in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  

Some of the skill areas that are addressed in the program are listed below along with some of the activities included in the program:

Money Skills

  • handling cash
  • bill/coin recognition
  • giving and making change
  • giving appropriate dollar value
  • percentages/discounts
  • budgeting

Time Recognition

  • recognizing hour/minute hands
  • reading clocks both analog and digital
  • quarter/half/hourly
  • time word problems

Life Skills

  • knowing personal information
  • street safety
  • hygiene skills
  • understanding community helpers
  • cooking
  • laundry

Reading/Writing and Comprehension Skills

  • reading
  • writing
  • answering questions in line with individual skill level

Social Skills

  • zones of regulation (fostering self-regulation and emotional control);
  • reciprocal conversations
  • listening to and following directions
  • problem solving skills
  • empathy
  • building rapports

Vocational Skills

  • sorting
  • organizing
  • packaging
  • assembling

Community Access and Recreational Opportunities

  • bowling
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • community events

Group Volunteering

  • community based volunteer opportunities

Creative Opportunities

  • music class
  • art
  • crafts

Sensory Integration

  • use of sensory friendly materials
  • designated daily sensory time
  • sensory integration and support as needed

What does the L.I.F.E. program cost?

Annual tuition rates will be determined based on support needs and the number of days attended.

Most supports are offered with one staff member for every three participants. PassportOne funding may be used towards program tuition fees. Before/after care is available for an additional fee.

Want to learn more?

Read the story in our blog about how the L.I.F.E. program came to be! 

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Participants are not required to be a Hamilton resident.

The program afforded the opportunity for my adult son to socialize with peers while engaging in both Woodview and community activities. Quite an important part of his week he looks forward to.

Parent

The constant encouragement to both our child and to us.

Parent

96% of parents responded that they would recommend Woodview.

Client Satisfaction Survey Results 2018