Transition to Adulthood Pop-Ups
Group events that helps clients and/or families prepare for the transition to adulthood. The events are about different topics. They are co-hosted by Holland Bloorview and an adult agency, for gradual introductions to new service providers.
☑ Information! Learning about a topic of interest.
☑ Peer mentoring! Learning from others who have been there before.
☑ Action! Checking something off my list.
All Transition to Adulthood Pop-Ups - click on the category to see more!
Looking for a place to start? Try a Welcome to Transitions Pop-Up by clicking the category and choosing one of the next available dates.
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Welcome to Transitions | Start Your Transition to Adulthood Supports by Signing Up for this Session! Connect with Transitions staff to receive an overview of all Transitions, Recreation, and Life Skills programs that can support your transition goals. Receive 1:1 coaching at the event to begin the first steps in connecting with the programs you are interested in. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): Virtual - Wednesdays at 4pm October 11, November 8, December 13 Virtual - Fridays at 1pm |
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Transition to Adulthood Drop-In Support | Sign up to drop-in and connect on-the-spot with Transition to Adulthood team members to answer quick questions and receive guidance around your transition to adulthood. Over the phone or zoom, our team can answer questions around applications, upcoming events and/or provide quick guidance towards your goals. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): Fridays at 1pm: October 13, November 10, December 15 Wednesdays at 1pm: September 27, October 25, November 22 |
Organize My Health Information | On-the-spot submission of health records request. Leave with a binder of your relevant medical records organized in a personalized format that suits your needs Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): October 4, November 1, December 6 |
Work on My Personalized Transition Plan | Work on your own Personalized Transition Plan document with Transition Team members and other families transitioning to adulthood. 1:1 coaching from staff and trained healthcare students is available as needed. Virtual October 6; November 3; December 8
On-Site / In Person |
| Tech for Good | Connect with Telus and March of Dimes Canada to learn practical ways to use your device's features to support your organization and independence. Connect with experts and register for further support on the spot! Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
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Connect with Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) | Meet ODSP staff, peer mentors, and learn information about the funding source. Get 1:1 assistance with filling out your online ODSP application. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): |
Connect with Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) | Meet DSO staff, peer mentors, and learn information about the funding source. Get 1:1 assistance with starting your DSO eligibility request. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date Need support applying sooner? We can support DSO applications at our Welcome to Transitions Pop-Up. |
Legal Considerations for the Transition to Adulthood | Meet with Holland Bloorview’s pro bono lawyer and peer mentors to learn about legal considerations for the transition to adulthood. Schedule a 1:1 appointment with the pro bono lawyer for personalized consultation. Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
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Connecting with Primary Care | Learn how to best find a Primary Care provider (i.e. a Family Doctor, Nurse Practitioner etc.). Explore different potential options and receive 1:1 coaching to make a plan and take steps towards finding a provider. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): November 8, 2023 |
Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Connect with Yorktown CHOICES Program | Participate in a free, accessible workshop on healthy lifestyle choices and substance use. Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
Connect with Vibrant Health (formerly Anne Johnston) Wellness Programs | Meet Vibrant Health staff and peer mentors. Learn about wellness programs and register on-the-spot if interested. Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
Sexuality, relationships and parenting with a disability | Learn about navigating Sexuality, Relationships and Parenting with a Disability. Meet various community organizations that are out there to support you and your needs. Hear from members in the community and get connected to resources that are accessible and may work for YOU! Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
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What are Attendant Services? Connect with Centre for Independent Living (CILT) | Meet CILT staff to learn about Attendant Services and the different available options. If you are ready to apply, get 1:1 support around applying to the option that works best for you. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): October 10 |
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Finding Day Programs | Wondering how to find day programs for life after high school? Connect with our Transition to Adulthood Team to receive coaching around how to find day programs near you. We offer this support through our "Welcome to Transitions" and/or "Personalized Transition Plan" Pop-Ups. During the online registration, it will ask if you are interested in receiving support finding day programs. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): Welcome to Transitions: Virtual - Wednesdays at 4pm October 11, November 8, December 13 Virtual - Fridays at 1pm
Personalized Transition Plan: Virtual October 6; November 3; December 8 On-Site / In Person |
| Personal Growth and Life Skills: Connect with March of Dimes LIFE Program | Looking for Adult Life Skill Programming and Day Programming? Come meet the March of Dimes Canada LIFE Team and learn about their programming. Work on your Personalized Transition Plan and sign up for a day in the LIFE program for free! Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
| Life After High School | Planning on finishing High School and want to learn more about what is next? Come learn about the various post-secondary programs, including College, University, Day Programs and more! Learn options and take steps towards registering/participating in the future. Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
| Preparing for Employment | Looking to build employment and volunteering skills and don't know where to start? Join us in this Pop-Up series with Holland Bloorview's Employment Team to start to prepare and learn how to take steps towards you employment/volunteering goals. Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date Looking for more resources ahead of time? Click the titles to check out these tools: Autism Decision-Aid Tool: A workplace disclosure decision-aid tool for Canadian youth and young adults on the Autism Spectrum. HAPPY: Asking for accommodations at work for youth with disabilities.
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| Explore Community Transition to Adulthood Resources: Connect with ConnectABILITY.ca | Looking for information, tools, and adulthood community programs/resources? Join ConnectABILITY.ca to learn about how to navigate their website's features to find the programs that work for you! Click HERE to request this Pop-Up for a future date |
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Connect with Yorktown Family Services “Connect 4” Youth Social Programming | Test out Yorktown Family Services' Connect 4 free programming. Engage in social programming developed around your interests during fun hangouts. Meet other peers and learning about other programming available. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): October 2, 2023, November 13, 2023, December 11, 2023 |
| Social Programs for Youth | Join us in-person to meet with THE HIVE and Yorktown Family Service's Connect 4 Team. Youth will have the opportunity to meet other youth and participate in programming. Youth and Families can also receive coaching to sign up for THE HIVE, Connect 4 and/or how to find more programs in their area. Next available dates (click on the date for more information/to register): October 24, 2023 |
| Leadership Programs and Summer Camps for Youth Transitioning to Adulthood | Looking for summer programming to stay busy and build leadership skills? Connect with Camp Awakening and other Summer Camps to learn about their programming, ask questions, and begin the application process on the spot. *This will highlight camp programming for youth age 16+. Click HERE to pre-register for this Pop-Up. Tentative date will be in February 2024. |
Upcoming Transition to Adulthood Pop-Ups
Prefer to see the upcoming events on a calendar? Click the PDF calendars below to see upcoming Transition to Adulthood Pop-Ups for each month.
Looking for even more Pop-Up dates? Check out the drop-down lists above for all future Transition to Adulhood Pop-Ups.
