Brighter Horizons Day Program
Your fun awaits at our program!
Welcome. Looking for a safe, fun filled program? Look no further. We are excited to offer a day program in the community, located just outside of Lindsay in the countryside. Whether you are a teenager, adult or senior with disabilities or in need of a day program to join to have fun and relax. We are a program to suit all needs and ages. We offer activities such as: crafts, games, outings, and other educational activities. Life and adaption skills are taught through having the opportunity to be involved in baking, cooking, exercise, as well as working one on one or in group settings.
About
Brighter Horizons
Brighter Horizons is a day program in Lindsay Ontario founded back in 2022. We originated as Country Respite day program. Brighter Horizons is a program to teens, adults and seniors and those with disabilities who place a high value on their independence, friendships and healthy lifestyle. Our mission is to enrich the aging / growing experience by providing opportunities for active, engaged, and purposeful living. This benefits not just our clients, but also their families, our staff, and the greater community.
Baking and Cooking
Nourish Your Soul
Here at Brighter Horizons Day Program we’re passionate about providing opportunities for our clients to make new memories and friends while enjoying our services. Here are examples of what to expect:
· Menu Planning
· Grocery Shopping
· Snack Planning & Prep
· Measuring & Mixing
· Meal Creations
· Dessert Making
· Professional Chefs/Bakers
· Nourishing Minds Program
· Serving & Cleaning
Arts and Crafts
Nourish Your Soul
There’s always something to look forward to at Brighter Horizons Day Program. It’s just one of the things that sets our day program apart from the rest. We’re passionate about providing opportunities for our clients to make new memories and friends while enjoying our services.
· Painting
· Beadwork
· Poster Making
· Novel crafts
· Volunteer artists
· Gardening
· Drawing
· Gifts for others
Exercise
New Life Opportunities
At Brighter Horizons Day Program we take exercise and health serious. We provide opportunities for clients to stay fit and healthy all while having fun! Examples of our active days include; •Walk in the community •Mall walking •Sitting down exercise • Sports and games •Stretching and meditation
Social Skills
Extra Support Provided
Many of our community members at Brighter Horizons Day Program require some degree of health and social monitoring. Our programs provides opportunities to better these skills by supporting and encouraging one another through:
· Communication
· Listening
· Empathy
· Respect
· Sharing
· Conflict Resolution
· Cooperation
. Friendship skills
Leadership
Nourish Your Soul
At Brighter Horizons Day Program we feel leadership is important to support our clients to get involved, try new things and come out of their comfort levels to encourage growth. In doing so we support by:
· Peer mentoring
· Honesty & Positivity
· Volunteerism
· Job readiness skills
· First Aid/CPR Certification
· Health & Safety Committee
· Leading activities
· Giving feedback
· Trying new things
· Leading by example
Literacy and Education
New Life Opportunities
In learning through play and entertainment, it provides our clients to learn, build on skills and grow to the best of their abilities. All are encouraged and shown how to beyond their abilities through:
· Peer mentoring
· Honesty & Positivity
· Volunteerism
· Job readiness skills
· Leading activities
· Giving feedback
· Trying new things
· Leading by example
Support Groups
Extra Support Provided
Many of our clients at Brighter Horizons Day Program require some degree of support and caregiving. Sometimes caregivers also require the support. Brighter Horizons offer support groups to caregivers to assist and provide a safe place to learn, talk and feel supported when most needed.
Contact us today to learn more about us, our policies and any new and upcoming camps/programs.
Contact
We’d love to hear from you! For answers to all your questions or to set up a visit, get in touch with us today.
