Child and Youth Programs

It's the start of another 'ground breaking' year! Perhaps you're a family whose been with us for years or you're a new family on 'our block'. Regardless, we want to convey that it's our priviledge, purpose and joy to partner with you for accessing needed support services for your kids and youth. Whether it's through Break Away, Teens Advance, Fitness Zone - SWIM, March Break Mini Camp, Blaze Summer Camp or connecting you to another suitable service, our over-riding committment to you can be summed up in care, support and hope for the chapter ahead.

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Precious Minds gratefully acknowledges the ongoing and generous support of many 'friends of the Centre' - volunteers (students, home-makers and retirees), community groups, churches and corporate groups who give of their time, expertise and finances to further our impact - thank you for PARTNERING.

Supporting families well is our priority! Whether your child's need is temporary or longer term, we are positioned to help in many ways, including:

We welcome your enquiries and thank you again for the opportunity to provide family support,


Sandy Ianuzzo
Tel. (905) 982-0882, ext. 1 / Email sianuzzo@preciousminds.com


Break Away

This Saturday afternoon respite program for kids and youth with developmental disabilities, is a creatively structured, theme-based program emphasizing FUN. It includes elements of social skills building, fitness, art, music, healthy eating and play while providing caregivers with a regular window to ‘break away’.

Dates: Saturday afternoons, October 15 - December 3
Time: 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Location: Precious Minds Resource & Learning Centre
Cost: 8 weeks -- $25/day or $160/8-week session.

Generously sponsored by United Way of Durham Region and Unity for Autism

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Teens Advance

This social support opportunity for teens (Asperger’s, high-functioning autism, learning disabilities) is designed to be FUN, interactive and effective in helping teens transition to young adulthood. Program goals remain oriented to promoting independence, exercise and healthy eating, good hygiene, current styles, exploring aspects of leadership, volunteerism, honing interests and strengths with a view to contributing positively in life at home, school and in the community.

Dates: Saturday afternoons, October 15 - December 3
Time: 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Location: Precious Minds Resource & Learning Centre AND various off-site venues
Cost: $30/afternoon or $200 per 8-week session (includes $5/week for food).

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Generously sponsored by Township of Scugog

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Fitness Zone -- SWIM

With a focus on water safety, level-appropriate instruction and lots of fun, these sessions are a proven life and social skill building opportunity for youth with various disabilities. Classes are led by Beth McClelland, Red Cross Instructor and affiliate of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Centre and participants are partnered with high school peers. Register early to avoid disappointment!

SWIM Uxbridge
Dates: Thursday after school, October 13 - December 1
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Uxpool, Parkside Drive, Uxbridge
Cost: $160.00/session

Generously sponsored by Township of Uxbridge & General Mills

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March Break Mini Camp

This 3 day camp for kids and youth with developmental disabilities is structured with an emphasis on FUN. It includes elements of social skills building, fitness, art, music, healthy eating and play. A great test ground for potential Blaze Summer Camp 2012 participants.

Dates: to be confirmed
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Precious Minds Resource & Learning Centre
Cost: $50/day

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BLAZE Summer Camps - coming again in 2012

Carefully designed for kids (ages 5-12) and youth (ages 13-18+) with developmental disabilities.

With memories of the best camper smiles, laying hens, the genuine Bugs Bunny, farm fresh produce, water days and drumming, we are pleased to announce a new camp season. Our camp program goals for your kids stand:


Exploring Leadership Modules:

These are co-ed sessions for youth ages 13-18 with Asperger's, HF autism and learning disabilities. This year we are pleased to offer new 2-week sessions, with a maximum group size of 6. This includes a "town day" and 1 out-trip with lunch included.

For more information please call Sandy Ianuzzo at the Resource & Learning Centre at (905) 982-0882.

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REGISTRATION:

To register for any of these programs, please contact: Sandy Ianuzzo, Family Support – Child & Youth Programming Coordinator
Tel. (905) 982-0882, ext. 1 Email: Sandy Ianuzzo