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Social and Recreational Program

What are the Adult Social and Recreational programs?

The Social and Recreational programs are designed to encourage and create opportunities for physical, social and mental well being for our participant.

Make A Referral

If you have questions, wish to find out about waitlists and/or to make a referral for the program, please connect with Hamilton-Niagara Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at:

Phone: (905)297-5604.

Be prepared to list the groups that you are interested in attending.

Are the
Adult Social and Recreational
programs right for you?

The adult social and recreational programs are right for you if:

  • you are 18 years or older;
  • you are a current resident of Hamilton;
  • have ASD with low to moderate support needs;
  • you wish to socialize and participate in programs with others;
  • you qualify through the Developmental Services Ontario (DSO);
  • you can engage in safe behaviour in a group and community setting;
  • you are comfortable sharing support of one staff member with five other participants;
  • you can take care of your own hygiene needs; and
  • you move independently.
What is the focus of the Adult Social and Recreational programs?

The focus of the Adult Social and Recreational Programs is to foster social relationships through recreation, fitness and life skills teaching.

A number of different social and recreational programs are offered to meet the needs and interests of participants

  • Transition to Adulthood Group – a social and recreational group designed to connect individuals making the move into adulthood.
  • Fitness – ever changing and fun approach to a weekly workout.
  • Sports – seasonally inspired sports program centred around team work and good sportsmanship.
  • Bowling – join us at the local bowling alleys to play 2 games of bowling and enjoy a snack!
  • Dance and Dessert (summer) / Movie and Munchies (off season) – depending on the season we will have a dance party with dessert to follow, or cozy inside watching a movie with treats!

Location

Woodview Manor
845 Rymal Rd E
Hamilton, ON L8W 1B6

Schedule

Groups run almost every day of the week for the majority of the year. Seasonal breaks may occur depending on the program.

Program Cost

The majority of this program is subsidized. Additional costs are program specific and will be discussed upon referral.

When there is an opening in the social group(s) on your list, someone from Woodview will contact you. At that time, they will give you a start date.

Staff are very supportive, always there when you need them, always trips.

Adult Client

I like having support to maintain my independence.

Adult Client