This flyer describes Intersections, a guided peer-support group developed for teens on the autism spectrum and/or with intellectual disabilities who are navigating grief due the death or dying of a loved one.
Free. Canadian residents, ages 13-18. Spaces are limited.
Next group: Wednesdays February 4 - March 11, from 7-8pm ET
Register now: https://wkf.ms/3Dpt2pA / 1-877-855-7070 or with groups@recrespite.com.
Image to the right is of two windows. A male in a blue shirt passes a heart to a woman in a blue shirt in a sign of support.
Partner logos are displayed in the bottom banner. This initiative was prepared by Recreational Respite in partnership with the Bereaved Families of Ontario -Toronto and Autism Canada, with financial supported by The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada.
Do you know a teen who might find this grief group helpful? Please share!
Prepared by Recreational Respite in partnership with the BFO-Toronto & Autism Canada. While financially supported by The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada, Recreational Respite Inc is solely responsible for all content.
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This poster has a blue background and cream text box. Dark blue font informs the reader of a temporary administrative office closure from December 20, 2025 - January 4, 2026.
Client support and services will continue as scheduled, including respite support and winter break virtual programming.
Recreational Respite wishes our team, clients, families and friends a wonderful and joyous holiday season!
HOLIDAY CLOSURE: RecRespite will be temporarily closing our admin office from December 20, 2025 - January 4, 2026. Client services will continue, including respite support & virtual programs. RecRespite wishes our team, clients, families and friends a wonderful and joyous holiday season!
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Building Community through Virtual Group Programs - Recreational Respite
In today’s world, isolation has become more common. Connection is essential. RecRespite's virtual groups brings together youth & young adults of all abilities.
RecRespite’s virtual programs address many barriers to participation, allowing youth and young adults of all abilities to build community, explore interests, cultivate skills, and grow at their own pace in a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment.
Blog: www.recrespite.com/building-com...
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Intersections: Grief Support Group
A six-week guided peer-support group for teens on the autism spectrum and/or with intellectual disabilities, who are navigating grief.
Intersections is a virtual, guided peer-support group developed for teens on the autism spectrum and/or with intellectual disabilities who are navigating grief due the death or dying of a loved one.
Our next group is Feb 4-Mar 11.
Learn more and register: www.recrespite.com/intersection...
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Allison takes a group selfie. She is front left and six Reena team members smile and wave in the background.
This photo is off a laptop and display monitor sharing the RECreating Capacity workshop by Recreational Respite. A Canadian flag hangs to the left and a Tim Hortons cup is front right.
Last week, we visited the day programming team at Reena! Allison and Jessica delivered our workshop "RECreating Capacity," with knowledge, case studies & takeaway tools to build intentional, adaptive & meaningful recreation programs. It was great to share with this passionate team, thank you!
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This flyer text asks: How To Stay Cozy and Connected this Winter Break?
It advertises virtual groups for youth and young adults, available from December 22 - January 2 by Recreational Respite.
This flyer text states: Sugar and Spice Bake Off!
It advertises virtual groups for youth and young adults, available from December 22 - January 2 by Recreational Respite.
This flyer text states: Jack Frost Dance Party!
It advertises virtual groups for youth and young adults, available from December 22 - January 2 by Recreational Respite.
This flyer text states: Cozy Campers!
It advertises virtual groups for youth and young adults, available from December 22 - January 2 by Recreational Respite.
How to stay cozy and connected this winter break! RecRespite is offering a bundle of eight virtual programs to help youth and young adults stay connected and shake off the shivers!
Cost: $150 for all eight virtual programs.
Dates: December 22-January 2
Register: groups@recrespite.com
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The Social Stages of Play
Examine how the Social Stages of Play offer a compassionate & developmentally informed framework for supporting social growth through recreation-based respite.
By recognizing and working with the social stages of play, respite providers can offer thoughtful, tailored, respectful support that helps individuals progress in their own time and in their own way. recrespite.com/the-social-stages-of-play/
#RecRespite #RespiteSupport
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Lisa wears a white shirt, and sunglasses tucked into her dark hair. She stands in front of a backdrop of green leaves.
We're pleased to share a new blog post by Lisa Kikuchi, a graduate of Canadore College - Recreation Therapy, and a passionate Community Engagement Provider at Recreational Respite, providing tailored one-to-one respite support to older adults with dementia.
www.recrespite.com/beyond-bingo...
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Amy, Zach, and Donna smile and hold educational handbooks about therapeutic respite.
Three of our dedicated team members were actively engaged in a two-day education session offered by one of our partners in Windsor, ON. Amy, Zach, and Donna sharpened their skills and expanded their knowledge about therapeutic respite to better serve our clients.
#RecRespite #RespiteSupport
30.01.2025 19:17 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The Intersection of Social Prescribing and Recreational Therapy in Modern Healthcare
Alexis McKenney Ed.D.
We love to see another great article expressing the value of social prescribing to improve social well-being through community engagement and personalized interventions!
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Allison stands confidently in front of a brown backdrop, with her arms folded as she smiles at the camera.
Text box reads: A new chapter begins at Recreational Respite, as we welcome Allison Reis as our new Owner and Chief Executive Officer. Allison has been an instrumental leader at Recreational Respite for six years, leading innovative partnerships, increasing efficiencies as our organization grew to a national scope, developing quality control measures, strengthening our pandemic response, and navigating support for the families and individuals that we serve every day.
Allison is a strong advocate for social health and inclusion, and stands out for her remarkable intuition and ability to bring people together. She started at Recreational Respite as a respite care provider, and through initiative and hard work she advanced to leadership positions in our organization, always staying connected with what matters most – the individuals and families that we serve.
To our outgoing CEO, and our founder Amy MacFarlane: As you start your new chapter, please know that your legacy will stay with us. The values you’ve taught, the inspired and passionate approach to every project and idea, and the kindness you’ve given will keep guiding this team. We wish you great success!
A new chapter begins at Recreational Respite, as we welcome Allison Reis as our new Owner and Chief Executive Officer. Allison is a strong advocate for social health and inclusion, and stands out for her remarkable intuition and ability to bring people together.
#RecRespite #NewBeginnings
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The national federation working to advance the full inclusion & human rights of people with an intellectual disability and their families.
Website: inclusioncanada.ca
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#IAmOneOfThem Campaign
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Supporting job seekers with disabilities and employer across Canada to create a more disability inclusive workforce.
CIIC is Canada’s university-based research institute with a dedicated focus on informing policy and practice to promote full inclusion and citizenship of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Undertaking research with relevance.
McCreary Centre Society is a non-profit dedicated to improving the health of BC youth through research, evaluation & youth and community engagement. Our vision is that all youth are supported to be healthy and connected.
Find out more at mcs.bc.ca.
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#MakeChangeHappen https://mdsc.ca/advocacy
Member-led organization of parents and caregivers impacted by socioeconomic inequality working to end child, youth, and family poverty in BC, formerly known as the Single Mothers' Alliance.
Balance Support & Self Care Studios is a Hamilton-based not-for-profit supporting Ontario parents/caregivers of individuals with diverse needs
https://linktr.ee/BalanceSSCS
Variety – the Children’s Charity of BC steps in where healthcare ends providing vital support to children with disabilities and complex health needs. variety.bc.ca
Disabilities and Accessibility Advocacy
CoHabit will be an integrated, accessible, and affordable apartment complex where up to 50% of suites include disability support. CoHabit is a community which alleviates loneliness and isolation, ensuring everyone feels a sense of belonging. Winnipeg, MB.
Opening doors in an inclusive community for people with developmental disabilities and families in North Muskoka. Join our newsletter: https://www.clhuntsville.ca/newsletters/
Since 1986, envisioning "A world where all people with diversabilities thrive."
Learn more about us at: www.nanaimoacl.com
DSRF provides comprehensive support, rich social connections, and the best resources available so people with Down syndrome and their families can thrive.
The Developmental Disabilities Association maximizes the potential of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families through life-long programs, support, and advocacy in Vancouver and Richmond, BC. www.develop.bc.ca
