Community Living Mississauga offers youth, 13 to 21 years of age, a diverse and exciting community summer program that allows the youth to make the most of all that the summertime has to offer.
Program staff support groups of approximately four participants to plan and participate in a variety of community activities. These activities include: sports, art, shopping, movies, sight-seeing, special events, etc. Teens are grouped according to age, needs and where they live.
Each group meets at one of the local community centers in Mississauga. Participants and staff use public transit and Transhelp to get to and from planned daily activities. The program gives youth the opportunity to develop their leisure interests, enrich their life experiences and make new friends, all while having fun. Staff support participants to become more familiar with their community while developing new skills and independence.
Who is Eligible?
People eligible for the Summer Teen Activity Program must have completed the intake process for Community Living Mississauga, be between 13 and 21 years of age, be currently enrolled in a school program and be a resident of Mississauga. Participants must be willing to follow the guidelines and expectations of the programs and be able to get to and from the pick-up and drop off locations as transportation is not provided.
What You Can Expect
- Initial meeting to discuss support needs and interests.
- Teens are grouped by age, support needs and interests.
Locations
Drop off and pick up at select local community centres.
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (No extended hours)
How to Get Involved
Families should contact the Manager of Respite and Leisure Services at 905-542-2694 ext. 2246 for more information.