Empowering Young Minds in a Safe and Supportive Environment

Youth on the Go! is an in-person social club program designed to provide youths with an opportunity to explore new friendships and develop their social skills in a safe and supportive environment with planned activities around the Ottawa area. 

This is an inclusive program open to all high-functioning, independent and verbal youths (ages 14-21 years old), whether they are living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, have other support needs, or are in need of an enjoyable social experience.

Engage in a lot of fun activities,
some of which include:

ABA Youth on the Go! social club program activity, game nights with cards, board games, charades, and trivia

Game Nights

e.g. Cards, board games, charades, trivia

ABA Youth on the Go! social club program activity, exercise activities with bowling and trampolining

Exercise Activities

e.g. Bowling, trampolining, laser tag, golfing

ABA Youth on the Go! social club program activity, workshops with building birdhouses and crafting mugs

Creative Expression

e.g. Building birdhouses, crafting mugs, painting

ABA Youth on the Go! social club program activity, showcase activities from karaoke and baking to talent showing

Showcase Activities

e.g. Talent showing, karaoke, baking

ABA Youth on the Go! social club program activity, dinner outings

Dinner Outings

And More!

Program Benefits

Throughout the program, participants will experience a wide range of benefits:

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Inclusive Environment
Nurturing a welcoming and accepting space to help foster a sense of belonging for all participants
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Social Skill Development
Promoting friendships and improving communication skills to help strengthen social and interpersonal connections
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Social Skill Development
Accessing a supportive network from our team of care professionals to a community of like-minded youths
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Personal Growth
Encouraging self-discovery and empowering youths to step out of their comfort zones
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Enjoyable Social Experience
Delivering an enriched and balanced social experience through structured, fun activities and free interaction
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Parent and Caregiver Support
Providing respite, a support network, and assurance of a safe environment for youths

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