Connect with your community

Ages 0-4

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 5-11

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 12-14

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 15-17

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 18-21

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 22-40

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 41 and over

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The Government of Ontario  has a page where you can find  Seniors Active Living Centres throughout Ontario that offer programs catered specifically to older adults.
  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.