As teenagers with autism approach adulthood, they face new challenges in their day-to-day lives. Many will be able to live independently but may need a little help learning the skills necessary to keep their own home, successfully hold down a Read More …
Author: Kathy Lear
Tips for Choosing the Right Day Programs for Adults with Disabilities
We’re lucky enough to have some very enlightened laws governing human rights here in Canada that ensure adults with disabilities have a number of day programs and support available to them. However, just as disabilities cover a very wide spectrum, Read More …
How to Prepare Adults with Disabilities for Job Opportunities
Children with disabilities tend to receive plenty of help and support throughout their educational years. But what happens when they become young adults, a time when most start entering the workplace. In many cases, young adults with learning disabilities will Read More …
Understanding Learning Challenges of Young Adults with Brighton Launch
When it comes to finding a developmental disabilities program in Toronto for young children and teens, there are plenty of choices available. But what about later on, as teenagers approach adulthood? This is a challenging time for any young person, Read More …
How Day Programs Can Help Adults with Disabilities Remain Active Outside Their Homes
Trying to come up with your own day programs for adults with disabilities is a big task. As anyone with a young adult around the house knows, this is an age for lounging around in bedrooms or getting up to Read More …
Confidence and Growth – LF, parent
The Launch program, with its top rate, experienced and caring staff, have helped my daughter to become more confident. As a result, she is better at advocating for herself. Not only has she learned a lot at Launch, she has Read More …
Grateful – MK, parent
Allow me to extend my gratitude to all the staff at Launch – for being such dedicated educators.
Launch featured in Toronto Santa Claus Parade!
Watch our clip! Launch students were so proud to participate in the Toronto Santa Claus Parade, broadcast on December 5, 2020.
Love FNS! – AC, new parent
“My daughter is really enjoying these Friday Night Socials. She is now skipping the virtual DSAT Dance Rock on Friday evenings which she usually does weekly. Keep up the great work!” AC – new parent
Wonderful staff! – TL, parent
Brighton Launch’s wonderful, caring, patient and energetic staff incorporate measurable and achievable goals into their motivating, all-encompassing on-line and in-person program. I value their well-organized and individualized approach to teaching that includes programming designed to work on fitness, health and Read More …