Summer programs at Quinte CTC

If you are looking for some stuff to do for your child with autism, check out the varied groups Quinte Children's Treatment Centre in Belleville is running this year. The details for the group programs can be found here: http://www.quintectc.com/index.php?/programs/groups. Quoting the info on their website: "In the PT gym, the group works on balance, coordination and strengthening programming. The group also incorporates life skills and activities of daily living with OT. They enjoy swimming at the CFB Trenton RecPlex to work on strengthening goals and dressing skills before and after, menu and meal preparation, money management through mall trips, self-care fine motor tasks such as tying shoes, learning addresses and phone calls." As for the teen group, it says: "The Teen Group at the QCTC allows for teens ages 13-16 with physical disability to come together to explore every day topics while having fun. The group provides an opportunity for teens to have positive social interaction, learn life skills and activities of daily living, promote healthy self-esteem and lifestyle. Topics addressed during Teen Group included recreation, self-care, food preparation, communication skills, and community use." Only problem is you might have to be a patient there already or be involved in their many consultation programs to be able to participate in any of the above programs. But, if your child qualifies, it might be worth looking into. After all, some days summer days feel like they could go on forever and no amount of books could keep it alive and exciting than some great company. So, check into the programs and give them a call.