COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS

OUR MISSIONReena is a non-profit social service agency which promotes dignity, individuality, independence, personal growth and community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities within a framework of Jewish culture and values.

REENA COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION OPTIONSFor over 45 years, Reena has developed and promoted community participation for persons with a developmental disability. Reena emphasizes programming within a Jewish environment, while encouraging the expression of everyone’s culture and beliefs. This helps the individuals we support to foster their spirituality and sense of belonging so that they may feel connected to their roots, culture and community.

LOOKING FOR QUALITY COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS?Our program activities are designed to improve social skills, self esteem, volunteering and employment supports, allowing each person to reach their full potential. With locations in Toronto and York Region, Reena offers multiple Day options to over 180 individuals with a developmental disability. Activities incorporate augmented communication styles and are structured so that participants can learn through hands on and social interactions. A variety of large and small group programs offers a support level and environment that meets the specific abilities, interests and strengths of the individual.

REENA COMMUNITY RESIDENCE

CHANNELSThis vocational program is designed for independent adults aged 18 and older. The program helps participants achieve their work and life goals in a fun and stimulating atmosphere. Channels offers employment supports and life skills workshops, volunteer placements, cooking classes and weekly community outings.

You can attend for the number of full and/or half-days per week that meet your needs.

AGE: 18+ SCHEDULE: Monday - FridayRATIO: 1:5

Channels North Channels SouthReena Community Residence Wolfond Centre for Jewish Campus Life49 Lebovic Campus Dr, Vaughan, L6A 4G4 36 Harbord St, Toronto, M5S 1G2TIME: 9:30am - 12:00pm (half day) TIME: 12:30pm - 3:30pm (half day) only 1:00pm - 3:30pm (half day) 9:30am - 3:30pm (full day)

PATHWAYSThis full-day program provides participants with employment supports. Pathways focuses on building life and social skills through contributions to local charitable organization such as the Daily Bread Food Bank. The program also includes social activities including: cooking, gardening, swimming, yoga and weekly outings.

AGE: 18+SCHEDULE: Monday - FridayTIME: 9am - 3pmRATIO: 1:3 or 1:4

Pathways North Pathways SouthReena Community Residence Wolfond Centre for Jewish Campus Life49 Lebovic Campus Drive, Vaughan ON, L6A 4G4 36 Harbord St, Toronto, M5S 1G2

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“We selected Reena and we have never for one moment regretted our decision. The front line staff that work with our son are amazing! They are

always looking for creative ways to engage him in activities.”- Reena Family Member

TOBY & HENRY BATTLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTRELocated near Bathurst and Steeles, the Battle Centre offers a wide variety of community-based programs. It has a gym, greenhouse, multi-sensory room, and a variety of program rooms. Fun and fl exible programs are tailored for diverse individuals who require a well-supported environment, including those with complex behavioral needs. Participants are paired according to their strengths, and programming is geared to help meet target goals and objectives.

These full-day program options promote life and social skills through a variety of individual and group recreational and leisure activities which include volunteering, meals-on-wheels, art and crafts, music appreciation, dance, karaoke, physical fi tness and visits to local attractions.

You can register for the number of days per week that meet your needs. Extended hours are available on a fee-for-service basis.

AGE: 18+ SCHEDULE: Monday - FridayTIME: 9am - 3pm LOCATION: Toby & Henry Battle Developmental Centre 927 Clark Ave West, Thornhill, L4J 8G6RATIO: 1:1 up to 1:4

UNDERSTANDING RATIOSRatios are the amount of staff per participant with the fi rst number being staff and the second number being participants (example ratio: 1:3).

TOBY & HENRY BATTLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTRE

“I can’t imagine what the past 13 years would have been

like if Reena was not there to provide us with this invaluable support. We are truly grateful

for what we have.”- Reena Family Member

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COMMUNITY ADULT PROGRAMThis program is designed for seniors with developmental disabilities with complex needs, such as early onset dementia and Alzheimer’s. Participants engage in healthy living exercises, physical fitness and swim programs, laughing yoga, daily outings, Multi Sensory Room, volunteering, Meals on Wheels, sensory communication, karaoke, Shabbat celebrations, life-skills and nutrition and cooking programs, all of which are designed to help them keep active.

You can register for the number of days per week that meet your needs.

SCHEDULE: Monday - FridayTIME: 9am - 3pmLOCATION: Joseph & Wolf Lebovic Jewish Campus Schwartz/Reisman Centre - Second Floor 9600 Bathurst St, Vaughan, L6A 3Z8 RATIO: 1:1 up to 1:4

DEVELOPING WORK CONNECTIONSReena has been in partnership with JVS for over 35 years. The Developing Work Connections program offers meaningful work experience in a socially supportive environment. In this full-day program, participants learn life and social skills, including: workplace behaviour, independence and teamwork. Individuals have the opportunity to develop and track employment-related goals using an Individual Support Plan.

You can register for the number of days per week that meet your needs.

AGE: 18+ SCHEDULE: Monday - FridayTIME: 9am - 3pm LOCATION: 74 Tycos Drive, North York, M6B 1V9RATIO: 1:5

INTAKE For information please contact:Intake Social Worker(905) 889.6484 x2051socialworkintro@reena.org

STATUTORY HOLIDAYS JEWISH HOLIDAYS(when they fall on a weekday)

New Years Day Passover (fi rst 2 days)

Family Day Rosh Hashanah (fi rst 2 days)

Good Friday Yom Kippur

Victoria Day

Canada Day

Civic Day

Labour Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Boxing Day

PROGRAM CLOSURESReena Day Programs are closed on the following holidays

In the event of inclement weather or any emergency closures, you will be notifi ed.

EXTENDED HOURS OF OPERATIONExtended Day Program hours are available between 8am - 9am and 3pm - 5pm (additional charges may apply).

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“It’s beautiful, bright, warm and so alive. And that’s how I feel too....so alive. It’s as though just being here is helping me to grow as well.”

- Individual Supported by Reena

Toby & Henry Battle Developmental Centre927 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, ON L4J 8G6

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October 2019