Fee-for-Service Programs
(Self-referral Community Participation Day Program)
Programs are offered on a seasonal basis, subject to change according to number of registrations. For more information on each program or to inquire as to the next available session, please call 905 522 9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org. Please email if you would like your email to be added to our seasonal newsletter promoting the registration of open programs.
We are committed to enhancing the opportunities that are offered to our community. If you have a suggestion or inquiry of programming that may benefit the community we serve please send your suggestion to hdavies@ywcahamilton.org.
The DS Community Participation Online Programming is to provide access to online programming aimed to decrease social isolation, enhance cognitive stimulation, and promote emotional and psychological health and well-being of participants.
Activity kits are available upon request.
DS Community Participation Online Programming is considered an expense reimbursed through Passport Funding.
*Participants 16 years and older with Developmental Disabilities or Dual Diagnoses.
Participants require device to access Internet Connection
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Experience a multi-sensory environment that blends sights, sounds, textures and motion to provide stimulation of primary senses.
This client-centred room can be modified to meet specific goals and sensory needs to ensure every individual has an opportunity for meaningful relaxation and sensory awareness in a tranquil environment.
Location: 75 MacNab Street South.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Community Recreation to Enhance Wellness (C.R.E.W.)
The YWCA Hamilton C.R.E.W. program is most beneficial to participants that have some independent living skills with a 1:5 staff ratio.
Daily activities are designed to promote individual growth through creative expression (craft, art, creative writing, drama, music), group team-building games, fitness games, community outings, group volunteering. Activities address improved wellness in the following areas:
- Independence in and awareness of the community
- Psychological well-being and emotion regulation
- Social networking and social interaction skills
- Physical literacy, health and wellness
- Intellectual and cognitive processes
- Leisure, recreation and boredom busters
Location: YWCA Hamilton, 75 MacNab St. S., Hamilton.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
8-week program designed to stretch and strengthen muscles while learning fun and safe ways to incorporate fitness into your daily lifestyle. This program will lead participants in adapted and accommodated physical activities to increase opportunities for physical activity each week.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Provides participants the opportunity to learn the skills and competencies of adventure therapy-based activities such as nature hikes, festival visits and various cultural events. Participants are guided in the community with staff to ensure appropriate accommodations and supports are received.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
All participants are invited to attend to play board games and more! Learn to problem solve, practice social skills and team build with friendly, enjoyable company.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Create beautiful Jewellery with your own unique and artistic flair! Beginnger and experienced jewelers are welcome to participate and discover a new creative outlet.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Provides participants with the opportunity to learn new recipes within group activities with the purpose of educating participants on kitchen safety and healthy foods to increase independent living skills.For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Come join an innovative form of exercise that promotes the use of laughter as a physical form of exercise. No need to be funny or know jokes, just be ready to have fun and laugh your heart out!
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
Participate in an inclusive class where instructors will adapt techniques to individuals abilities.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
This fun and interactive workshop will provide the opportunity for participants with a photo taking device to practice photography skills and self-reflection. Participants will have the opportunity for their photos to be displayed to the public.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
8 Week Certificate of Participation Workshop that will teach young men and women the skills to develop and maintain helathy, violence free relationships. Participants learn about rights and responsibilities, elements of healthy relationships and sexuality, social skills, effective communication, problem solving and generate a sense of agency in their personal bonds with others.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org
A Certificate of Participation workshop that will help participants learn self-advocacy skills and the competencies to voice their opinions, make choices, participate in brain-storming/voting activities and learn about their rights.
For more information or to register contact Heather Davies at 905-522-9922 ext. 178 or hdavies@ywcahamilton.org