Welcome to our first edition of TVCC's (Thames Valley Children's Centre) Youth News, a newsletter that is all about what's happening for youth and young adults at TVCC and in our communities (Elgin, London-Middlesex, Oxford, Huron, Perth, Grey, and Bruce) We hope to publish monthly, so please let us know what you think, and what information you would like to see in future editions!
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We have many programs and services available for youth and young adults, here are just a few! Head over to
www.tvcc.on.ca to see a full list.
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Youth Discovery
Youth Discovery (YD) Services offers workshops, drop-in conversations and resources, and individual consultation and coaching as needed, for youth who are planning for transitions and life after high school.
If you are a student, or support a student between the ages of 12 and 21 (if still in school) Youth Discovery is here to be a part of that discussion as you explore interests, values, hopes and the opportunities for the future.
Call or email us to chat about how your planning is going so far, and what questions you have about next steps.
Huron, Perth, Grey, Bruce - Call Kim
519.685.8700 ext 54089
Elgin, London, Middlesex, Oxford - Call Abi 519.317.4587
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Youth For Youth
Youth for Youth holds social and skill building events throughout the summer as well as during the school year. Our past events have included Master Chef Cooking Challenge, The Amazing Race, Relationship Building, Sexual Education and much more.
Contact Youth for Youth directly by calling 519.685.8700 ext 53766, emailing at
youth@tvcc.on.ca,
or follow them on social media
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TVCC Trailblazers of Tomorrow
The Trailblazers are a group of youth and young adults, ages 16 to 29, who are current or past clients of TVCC (or other Children’s Treatment Centres), and their siblings. We are passionate about creating opportunities for youth-led and youth-informed practice and advocacy at TVCC and within the greater community.
Do you have ideas and want to make an impact on TVCC? Come join us!
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Ability Connections
Ability Connections is a group of young people with disabilities who aim to increase public awareness of "Abilities" and "Possibilities" through public speaking. They share their stories and experiences with students, teachers, parents and other community groups.
To learn more and become a part of Ability Connections, contact Sindy DeBenedictis at TVCC by phone
519.685.86700 ext 53706, email
or follow on social media
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Come enjoy a special day of games, face painting, tattoos, pizza, cookies and so much more! Watch peers share their stories about goals they have achieved, challenges they have faced, and their dreams for the future. Meet the sports celebrities attending this year's Sports Celebrity Dinner!
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Have you been thinking about how to prepare for the future? Wondering how to learn skills you need to volunteer in the community? Would you like to learn more with other youth? Come out to our “Learn to Volunteer” series over March Break and get the inside scoop!
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WDDS March Break Youth Camp
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Woodstock District Developmental Services offers a March Break camp for youth ages 12 to 21 years with a developmental disability.
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Wheelchair Tennis - Have A Go!
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A Free event hosted by Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association
March 5th, 6 to 8 p.m. at the North London Optimist Community Centre in London
All ages and abilities welcome. No experience required and all equipment is provided!
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This exciting sport opportunity for children and youth ages 6 to 13 years with physical disabilities runs for 8 sessions, March 23rd to May 11th, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
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GEAR to Play Wheelchair Basketball – London
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This girls-only wheelchair basketball program is for female players of all ages, physical abilities, and skill levels looking to play in a welcoming, low-pressure, and social environment. Basketball and basketball-related skills will be practiced with emphasis on fun! No experience required!
Saturday March 23rd, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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March Break Surprise Camp
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The City of London is running a March Break version of Summer Surprise for youth ages 12-21
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Transitioning to High school
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Workshop for Parents/Caregivers and their children/youth preparing for the transition to high school.
Tuesday March 26, 2019 6-8pm
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Some of our favourite things...
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Each edition we will highlight a website or resource that we find helpful, or an article or study we have found interesting. Please send us anything you have found that you would like to see here!
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This website has many, many useful resources, articles, toolkits and checklists...
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Please let us know what you think, and what you would like to see in future issues of Youth News!
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Stay connected with TVCC Youth Services on Facebook,
Twitter and Pinterest....
YouthForYouth...
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...and Therapeutic Recreation at TVCC
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