LEARNING DAY PROGRAMS
Daily programming to enhance your skills for independence, self advocacy, reduce social isolation and increase community engagement.
EVENTS
Join in the fun and friendship as we develop a community of care, respect and Lifelong Learning for everyone!
Some of our events include:
Comedy Night, Making Parties
Open House, Victorian Christmas, Dinner and Dance Gala, Flower Fundaiser,
Annual General Meeting
OVERNIGHT OPPORTUNITIES
A unique opportunity to learn and challenge yourself in an outdoor environment. Try out ropes courses, archery, hike natural trails, and enjoy time with friends.
EVENING AND WEEKEND PROGRAMS
Specialized learning opportunities to fill your evenings and weekends with learning, making connections and of course, having fun!
Lockdown Two Updates
Community of Hearts is Going Virtual!
Dear COH participants, caregivers and community partners. As we enter into our second Ministry mandated lockdown we will be going vitrual to keep The People we support, staff and community safe. Here are some updates on how we will continue supporting our community.
Currently Enrolled COH Participants
Learning Day Program (Virtual Format) will begin this Monday, January 11 and will continue to be offered every weekday until the lockdown has been lifted. If you are enrolled for the Learning Day Program (in-person format), you are automatically enrolled for those same days in the Learning Day Program (Virtual Format) for January.
Learning Day Program (Virtual Format) will run Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM, with a 1.5-hour break (no staff facilitation) from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. This break was implemented to accommodate a lunch break for participants and Life Skills Educators, and to reduce the potential for “Zoom Fatigue” for participants.
The Life Skills Educator will email a Google Meetings invite to you at 9 AM on the day you attend the Learning Day Program Virtual Format.
Want to join Community of Hearts?
If you are looking for some fun virtual learning and opportunities to make new friends from the comfort and safety of your home, but you are not yet registered for the Learning Day Program (Virtual Format), send us an email to register at [email protected]
What will happen at the Learning Day Program (Virtual Format)?
Morning Check-In (9 AM – 9:30 AM)
– Sign in via Google Meetings link provided
– Make connections with participants and staff
– Share your stories from the previous day with participants and staff
Morning Program (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
– Choose activities as a group from the Program Menu (see Program Menu attached)
Lunch Break + Body Break (11:30 AM – 1 PM)
Afternoon Program (1 PM – 2:30 PM)
– Choose activities as a group from the Program Menu (see Program Menu attached)
Afternoon Check-Out (2:30 – 3 PM)
– Give your feedback about the day with participants and staff
– Share your evening plans with participants and staff
– Log off of Google Meetings
On behalf of the COH Team, thank you for your support during this time. We look forward to getting back to learning with you!
Still Social. Still Connected. Still Learning
Reach your Personal Learning Goals in 2021!
At Community of Hearts, we combat social isolation and build community through all of our programs. During times of physical distance we vowed to continue connecting and engaging with you: the People We Support through new technologies and creative methods.
While we have returned to limited in-person programming, we recognize that not everyone is ready to return to community settings. If you are interested in continuing your learning from home and working on skills for independent living, Independent Hearts might be a great fit for you!
1) The Team Titan Experience ($249)
>”What are my current strengths?” Session
>”What are my goals for learning?” Session
>Scheduled Support Sessions for you and your formal support team to use this individualized toolkit, catered to your specific learning style and personal goals.
>Mid-way Achievements Session
>Cumulative Achievements Session
>”What are my next steps?” Assessment
>3-4 week commitment to learning.
The Goal Getter Toolkit ($99)
>”What are my current strengths?” Session
>”What are my goals for learning?” Session
>Use this individualized toolkit, catered to your specific learning style and personal goals
>1-2 week commitment to learning
The Confidence Booster Toolkit ($39)
>Use a ready-made life skills toolkit containing visual aids and worksheets for:
Cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner
Safe Food Handling
Tidy Home Maintenance
Staying Home Safely Solo
Self Scheduling tool for completing the toolkit
Contact the Independent Hearts Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 519-803-5141
Website: www.communityofhearts.ca
The cornerstone of what we do is community
Built on a philosophy of care, mutual respect and inclusive opportunities for all, Community of Hearts continues to grow in programming and services as we collaborate with other like minded organizations.
Is your organization looking to make an impact on inclusive programming in Guelph? Contact us!
We are very proud to partner with great organizations to create an inclusive and engaged community for all our participants.
Our Generous Supporters
Our sincerest thanks goes out to the incredible generosity of our sponsors and supporters
