FREE Foundational Family Services - IN-PERSON
🧵 Friendship Bracelet Social Skills Group (Ages 10–14)
Create, Connect, and Build Friendships! 🌟
Join us for a fun and creative one-hour friendship bracelet activity designed for youth ages 10–14 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will have the opportunity to design and make their own friendship bracelets while practicing important social and communication skills in a supportive, structured environment.
This hands-on group encourages creativity, self-expression, and social connection while helping participants build meaningful skills through guided interactions with peers.
🤝 What to Expect
During the session, participants will:
Create their own colorful friendship bracelets
Practice sharing materials and taking turns
Learn how to ask for help and make choices
Follow directions and complete a step-by-step project
Engage in conversations with peers
Build social communication and cooperation skills
Develop flexible thinking and problem-solving strategies
Practice working alongside others in a positive group setting
Our staff will provide support, encouragement, and coaching throughout the activity to help participants feel successful, confident, and connected.
🌟 Benefits of the Group
Encourages creativity and self-expression
Builds communication and social interaction skills
Supports friendship development
Promotes confidence and independence
Strengthens teamwork and cooperation
Provides a welcoming and inclusive environment
By the end of the session, participants will leave with a handmade friendship bracelet they can keep or share, along with valuable opportunities to practice social skills and build new connections.
Event Details
Location:
Main Office — 150 O’Carroll Ave, Peterborough
📅 Date & Time:
Monday September 21, 2026 5:00-6:00PM
🚗 Drop-Off Instructions:
Parents and caregivers should park in the lower parking lot and use the side doors to access the Autism Services Clinic. An Autism Services representative will greet your child, provide support, and help get the fun started! 🎉
This group is designed for youth ages 10–14 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
Come get creative, make connections, and discover the joy of creating something special to keep or share! 🧵💖✨