Young Adults Day Program

The Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County's Young Adults Day Program is designed to offer continued development of independence skills and provide social opportunities. Activities will include physical activity, arts/crafts, music, outings, academics, games, meal prep, and more! This program is for individuals with Down syndrome who are 21+.
Spring Session 2025: April 29 - June 27
Registration Opens at 6am on Monday April 14, 2025 to current attendees.
Registration Opens at 6am on Thursday April 17, 2025 for new attendees.
Location:
  • Westminster Presbyterian Church, 170 Steel St, Barrie, ON
When:  
  • Tuesday April 29 - Friday June 27, 2025. 
  • Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
  • 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost:
  • DSASC Members: $80/day 
  • Non-Members: $98/day 
  • There will be two payment dates
    • First - Friday April 25, 2025 for the first 5 weeks of the program.
    • Second - Friday May 30, 2025 for the remaining 4 weeks of the program.
How to register: 
  • Fill out the registration request form. The Google Form Opens at 6am on Monday April 14, 2025 (for current attendees) and at 6am on Thursday April 17 (for new attendees). You must complete the Google Form to get on the waiting list for this program. All forms are time and date-stamped. Spaces will be offered in the order they are received. A member of the committee will contact you to confirm your spot. Upon confirmation, an invoice will also be sent, which must be paid before the first day of classes. 
For new attendees you must fill out an enrollment form and liability waiver prior to starting the program.
​If you are not a current member or have not attended the YADP before, you can email [email protected] to inquire about availability and suitability.
Important Note:
  • Participant to Staff Ratio: We maintain a ratio of approximately 3 participants to 1 staff member. It's important that attendees can participate independently in a group environment for the safety of all.
  • Registration is on a first-come first-served basis, we reserve the right to limit the number of days in an effort to accommodate each member family in accessing at least one day per week.
  • We reserve the right to cancel days that have low registration numbers. 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the May Court Club of Barrie for their continuous support of our Young Adults Day Program!

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Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County 2025