Games Group
2026-03-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-19 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-09 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) and 5 more dates | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
A mix of Bingo, Pictionary, and Trivia. Open to current Willowbridge participants.
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Registrant Requirements: Open to Developmental Services clients only.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free!
Registration
To register, contact Amanda Downs at 905.741.4723 or adowns@willowbridge.ca.

Skill Up Sessions
2026-03-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Willowbridge Community Services – Hamilton Office, 141 Park Street North, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Join us at 10:30 a.m. once a month for free, interactive groups on everyday skills. Each month features a new topic — from healthy living to budgeting to internet safety. Join us to expand your skillset, meet new friends and enjoy some yummy treats!
Topics and Schedule

October 21, 2025 – Staying Healthy Over the Winter
November 11, 2025 – Employment Readiness with YWCA
December 9, 2025 – Holiday Budgeting
January 13, 2026 – Pet Therapy
February 10, 2026 – Sexuality Clinic
March 10, 2026 – Healthy Eating
April 14, 2026 – Internet Safety
May 12, 2026 – Mental Health awareness
June 9, 2025 – Summer Sun and Heat safety

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Age Range: Developmental Services Adults Only
Location: Gasworks – 141 Park St. N.
Cost: Free!
Registration: To register, fill out the online registration form. Everyone who pre-registers and attends will receive a gift card!

HER - Your Power Your Safety
2026-03-11 13:30 - 15:30 | Virtual Meeting
You deserve respect, safety and great relationships! Join HER — a free, virtual 8-week group for women (including trans and non-binary folk) aged 21+ with developmental disabilities who’ve been hurt, treated badly or made to feel unsafe in their relationships.
In our group, we’ll talk about:

Making friends, exploring romance and trusting others
Setting boundaries and saying no
What safe and healthy relationships look like

Date: Wednesdays from January 21 to March 11Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Location: This program will be delivered virtually using Zoom.
Cost: Free!
Registration*: To register, contact Elisha at 519.753.4173, ext. 298 or emacwhirter@willowbridge.ca

Hellos to High Fives
2026-03-11 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-18 17:30 - 18:30 | 108 Queenston Road, Hamilton, 108 Queenston Road, Hamilton, Ontario, L8J 2M9, Canada
Build confidence, connect with others and strengthen your social skills in a fun, welcoming group for adults with developmental disabilities. Learn how to start conversations, make friends and keep them through interactive activities, role-plays and games.
Date/Time: Wednesdays from Jan. 28 to March 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Age Range: Adults
Location: Bloom Day Program – 108 Queenston Road, Hamilton
Cost: Free!
Registration: Fill out our online form to register.
For more information, contact Sarah at smcvey@willowbridge.ca.
For accessible transportation to Bloom, contact DARTS at info@dartstransit.com.

March Break Life Skills Camp
2026-03-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-17 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Looking for a fun and engaging March Break experience for your child? Our March Break Life Skills Camp is the perfect opportunity!
Supervised by a Registered Behaviour Analyst, this Ontario Autism Program-eligible half day camp supports children and youth with ASD in building practical life skills, independence, emotional regulation and digital safety — all in a fun, safe and supportive environment.
Dates: March 16-20
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.*
Age Range: 9 to 18 years
Location: 54 Brant Ave., Brantford
Cost: $175 for the full week**
Registration: To register your child, email autismservices@willowbridge.ca.
Read about our new March Break Life Skills camp or contact autismservices@willowbridge.ca to learn more.
*Children will be split into two groups (morning or afternoon) based on age as well as individual needs.
**This camp is OAP-eligible. Limited subsidies are also available, depending on need and availability.

Building Healthy Intimate Relationships
2026-03-24 10:30 - 12:30 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
A free six-week group for women and non-binary individuals to learn about healthy vs. unhealthy conflict and how to improve relationships.
Date/Time: Tuesdays from March 24 to April 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Age Range: Open to Adult Counselling Clients Only
Location: 54 Brant Ave., Brantford
Cost: Free!
Registration: To register, email lhensen@willowbridge.ca.

Walk-In Counselling Session
2026-03-31 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Free, specialized walk-in single counselling sessions for individuals, couples and families in Brantford-Brant. Walk-in sessions are free, 1 hour long and designed to be impactful, helping you work toward improve mental health.
Age Range: All ages
Location: 54 Brant Ave., Brantford
Cost: Free!
Registration: No registration required. Just walk in! Appointments will be offered on a first come, first-served basis.

HER - Your Power Your Safety
2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
You deserve respect, safety and great relationships! Join HER — a free, weekly group for women (including trans and non-binary folk) aged 21+ with developmental disabilities who’ve been hurt, treated badly or made to feel unsafe in their relationships.
In our group, we’ll talk about:

Making friends, exploring romance and trusting others
Setting boundaries and saying no
What safe and healthy relationships look like

Date: Tuesdays from April 21 to June 16Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Location: 54 Brant Ave., Brantford
Cost: Free!
Registration*: To register, contact Elisha at 519.753.4173, ext. 298 or emacwhirter@willowbridge.ca

Walk-In Counselling Session
2026-05-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Free, specialized walk-in single counselling sessions for individuals, couples and families in Brantford-Brant. Walk-in sessions are free, 50 minutes long and designed to be impactful, helping you work toward improve mental health.
Age Range: All ages
Location: 54 Brant Ave., Brantford
Cost: Free!
Registration: No registration required. Just walk in! Appointments will be offered on a first come, first-served basis.

Willowbridge Spring Social
2026-05-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Knights of Columbus Council, 12 Catherine Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 6B8, Canada
We’re so excited to invite our clients, participants, and family and friends of Willowbridge to our first annual FREE community event – the Willowbridge Spring Social!
The afternoon is all about good vibes and great people. We have planned a variety of activities to ensure there’s something for everyone to enjoy, including:
• Free food and drinks: A light meal, lots of snacks, and refreshments.
• Sundae bar: Ice cream with loads of toppings to help beat the heat.
• Live entertainment: Up-close magic with and live music.
• Family fun: A bouncy castle, lawn games and an activity station for the whole family.
• Prizes: Enter your name for a chance to win some great prizes.
• So much more!

Date: May 30
Time: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Registrant Requirements: Open to all Willowbridge clients and participants (all ages)
Location: 12 Catharine Avenue, Brantford (Knights of Columbus)
Cost: Free!
Registration
To register, visit our EventBrite page.
Read more about the upcoming event in our blog. For additional information, contact hello@willowbridge.ca
