Transition 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.
See all available Transition Pop-Ups
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An Introduction to Transition Pop-Ups | Learn about and sign up for future Transition-Pop Ups with staff assistance |
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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: February 15, 2022; March 15, 2022; April 19, 2022; May 17, 2022; June 21, 2022; July 20, 2022; August 17, 2022; September 21, 2022; October 19, 2022; November 16, 2022; December 14, 2022 |
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. |
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 lawer for personalized consultation. Next available dates: January 25, 2022, April 21, 2022, July 7, 2022, November 2, 2022 |
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Connect with Primary Care | On-the-spot support with taking steps to find a community primary care provider. |
Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Connect with Yorktown CHOICES Program | Participate in a free, accessible workshop on healthy lifestyle choices and substance use. |
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. Next available dates: February 2, 2022 |
Sexuality, relationships and parenting with a disability | Learn about parenting with a disability from peer mentors. |
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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: June 7, 2022; September 1, 2022; November 12, 2022 |
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Personal Growth and Life Skills: Connect with March of Dimes LIFE Program | Try out a day in the LIFE program for free with Holland Bloorview and peer mentor support. Next available date: February 16, 2022, August 29, 2022 |
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Let’s Mingle with Yorktown Family Services “Connect 4” Youth Group | Register as a new client of Yorktown Family Services (eligible for other programs) Try out Connect 4 group programming (free), mingle with fellow Holland Bloorview peers and existing Yorktown Connect 4 members during fun hangouts. Next available date: February 14, 2022, April 11, 2022, May 9, 2022, June 13, 2022, July 11, 2022, August 8, 2022, September 12, 2022, October 10, 2022, November 14, 2022, December 12, 2022 |
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Transitions Paperwork Party: Organize Your Medical Records | 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 date: August 3, 2022, September 7, 2022, October 5, 2022, November 2, 2022, December 7, 2022 |
Work on My Transition Plan | Work on your My Transition Plan in a supportive space with staff present for questions and coaching |