We currently provide 4 social skills groups.
Teach Me to be Social
Program Desciption
Join us as we work to develop simple social skills such as: learning how to be a friend, following the group plan, & turn taking in a fun and inviting setting. Program is facilitated by two BCBAs.
SESSION ACTIVITIES: Both free and structured play; a social skill lesson; craft/science experiment; community outing (e.g. walk, park)
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AGES: 4 to 6 years
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DATE: TBD
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TIME: TBD
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LOCATION: #103-4181 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC, V5C 2J3
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COST: $700.00 per month
Teen Meet Up
Program Desciption
Teen Meet Up is a welcoming space designed for high school teens looking to build and strengthen their social skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whether you're interested in making new friends, maintaining existing connections, or simply enjoying a chill hangout, this program offers the perfect setting. With a focus on fostering meaningful interactions and encouraging personal growth, participants can practice various social skills at their own pace.
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In addition to social skills, there's also the opportunity to develop executive functioning skills through planning activities and exploring the community. For those with specific goals in mind, our team is here to help tailor the experience to meet individual needs. Join us to connect, grow, and have fun in a space that's all about you!
SESSION ACTIVITIES: We play boardgames, do creative projects, and sometimes just hang out and talk. We also head out to local spots—like cafes, bubble tea places, or parks—to explore and spend time together in the community. Teens get the chance to plan activities and outings for the group too, so everyone has a say in what we do.
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AGES: High School Aged (13 ~ 19)
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DATE: Year round. 2 Fridays a month.
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TIME: 4:30 PM - 5:30PM
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LOCATION: Various Locations in Burnaby
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COST: $40/Session
Social Savvy
Program Desciption
The Social Savvy Group for Teens, inspired by PEERS, is a 12-week program where teens can learn, discuss, and practice using important social skills to form and maintain healthy relationships, safely navigate the digital world, and build upon their self-advocating skills. This group is for middle and high school teenagers who are motivated to make new connections and maintain current ones. This program runs in a weekly, small-group setting, using techniques such as modeling, role playing, and natural environment teaching.
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Parent participation is a vital component of the PEERS model. There is a weekly parent group, run by a trained facilitator, in which caregivers learn to be effective social coaches for their child.
Additionally, parents will help their child complete weekly assignments (e.g. phoning a friend, hosting a get-together, etc).
SESSION TOPICS:
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Use appropriate conversation skills
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Find common interests by trading information
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Handling rejection, teasing, and bullying
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Choosing appropriate friends
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Consent
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Healthy relationships
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Setting boundaries
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Crushes and dating
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Getting out of unsafe situations
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Navigating social media
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AGES: Grade 7 - 12
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DATE: 12 weeks, March 29, 2025 to June 14, 2025
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TIME: 6pm - 7:30pm
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LOCATION: #103-4181 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC, V5C 2J3
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COST: $1440.00
Stepping Up
Program Desciption
Transitioning to adulthood can be overwhelming and stressful, especially for autistic individuals who often face numerous challenges in navigating various services. These challenges are most prominent in transitioning to post-secondary education, finding employment, developing social networks, and accessing community services. Additionally, many autistic individuals report experiencing significant stress, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness or being lost during these transitions and life changes.
SESSION TOPICS:
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Career discovery
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Applying for Post-secondary schools
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Financing
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Study tips and tricks
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AGES: Grades 10 - 12
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DATE: TBD
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TIME: TBD
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LOCATION: TBD
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COST: TBD
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Program Currently in Development