Foundational Family Services - In-Person
🎨❄️ Holiday Craft Social for Children with ASD ❄️🎨
Create • Connect • Celebrate!
Join us for a fun and festive Holiday Craft Social designed for children ages 6–10 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This engaging program offers children the opportunity to explore their creativity, make new friends, and enjoy seasonal craft activities in a welcoming, structured, and sensory-friendly environment.
Participants will create a variety of fun, age-appropriate holiday crafts while developing important social and communication skills through guided interactions and shared activities.
✂️ What Participants Will Do
Children will have the opportunity to:
🎨 Create festive holiday crafts
🌟 Explore their creativity through hands-on activities
🖍️ Work with a variety of craft materials and supplies
🤝 Participate in group activities with peers
🎁 Take home their completed holiday creations
😊 Enjoy a fun and supportive social experience
💬 Social Learning Opportunities
This event is designed to support the development of important social and life skills, including:
💬 Communication and conversation skills
🤝 Sharing and cooperative play
🔄 Turn-taking and waiting skills
📋 Following directions and completing tasks
✅ Making choices and expressing preferences
🙋 Asking for help when needed
👫 Peer interaction and friendship-building
🌱 Confidence and self-expression
🌟 A Supportive Environment
Our experienced staff will provide guidance and encouragement throughout the event, helping children participate in a way that feels comfortable and successful for them.
We recognize that every child has unique strengths, interests, and support needs. Children will be encouraged to participate at their own pace, with flexibility built into the program to create a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Supportive features include:
👥 Small-group setting
🌈 Sensory-friendly environment
🔄 Flexible participation options
🛋️ Sensory breaks available as needed
👏 Positive reinforcement and individualized support
📅 Structured and predictable activities
🌱 Benefits of Participation
Through this holiday-themed social experience, children can:
✅ Build confidence and independence
✅ Practice social and communication skills
✅ Strengthen creativity and problem-solving abilities
✅ Develop friendships and positive peer connections
✅ Experience success in a supportive environment
✅ Create special holiday keepsakes to take home
📍 Event Details
📌 Location: Main Office - 150 O'Carroll Ave, Peterborough
📅 Date: Tuesday December 8th, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🚗 Drop-Off Instructions: Park in the lower parking area and head to the door labelled “Autism Services.” An Autism Services representative will greet your child, provide support, and help get the fun started.
ℹ️ Please Note
🧩 This group is designed for children ages 6-10 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
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🎉 Join the Holiday Fun!
Come celebrate the season with crafting, creativity, and connection! This festive social provides a wonderful opportunity for children to build new skills, develop friendships, and enjoy holiday-themed activities in an inclusive and supportive setting.
✨ We look forward to crafting, creating, and celebrating with you! ✨
🎨❄️ Create • Connect • Celebrate • Have Fun! ❄️🎨