Inclusion Services

The Town of Aurora Inclusion Services works closely with families and participants to create a successful, safe, and meaningful recreation experience for all participants. As a part of the intake process, information is collected to help prepare our staff, programming and environment to accommodate the unique needs of participants. All participants who require additional support, adaptations, or are attending a program with a Town of Aurora Inclusion 1:1 Support Staff should fill out the Participant Intake Form. This intake form is confidential and will only be provided to the staff and/or volunteers working directly with a participant in a registered program. This form should be completed at minimum every 2 years to ensure the most up-to-date and accurate information. Please complete the electronic Participant Intake Form by clicking the button below.

Participant Intake Form 

Participants require additional support if the following applies.

• They have extra support at school or at home;
• A physical, medical, or developmental/learning disability exists that affects the safety of others;
• Extra support is required at home for basic care such as dressing and toileting;
• The individual is currently associated with a support agency or program; or
• There are challenging behaviours to be managed. 

Participants with disabilities and unique needs are encouraged to take part in year-round recreation programs that suit their interests and hobbies.

If assistance is required outside of the typical staff to participant ratio, participants have two options for support (see below).

External Support

Individuals may attend a registered program with their own external support person arranged by the individual family. An external support person can include a parent, family member, personal support staff, etc. External Support Persons must provide a recent Police Vulnerable Sector Screening to Inclusion Services prior to the start of the program.

Town of Aurora Inclusion Staff

Town of Aurora Inclusion Staff are available to support participants in a 1:1 capacity to be integrated into a mainstream recreational program. In most cases, 1:1 support can be arranged, however we ask families to provide at least two weeks notice prior to the start of a program to allow for adequate time to confirm a staff member. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Please see below for some for FAQ's.

Adapted Programs are recreational programs specifically designed for participants with disabilities and unique needs. 

Play-Ability: Participants of all abilities are welcomed into this adapted stay and play program specifically designed for children with disabilities. A 1:3 staff to participant ratio will be provided. This program will focus on the development of gross motor skills, a variety of movement skills, turn taking and sharing. Participants must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or support person. 

Move-Ability: It’s time for a dance party! In this adapted program, participants of all abilities will engage in a variety of movement activities that promote physical literacy, rhythm, and coordination. Participants will partake in an engaging warm-up, sing-alongs, and interactive movement songs. This program will include an opportunity for freestyle in order to develop and promote self-expression and confidence. This program is offered at a 1:3 staff to participant ratio. Participants must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or support person.

Soc-Ability: Come and join this virtual social club for youth and young adults of all abilities. Join us weekly for an online hang out session specifically designed for youth and young adults. Soc-Ability virtual sessions will include simple activities, facilitated social discussion, and other theme-focused chats with friends! This program will have a focus on meeting new people, practicing social and life skills, and socializing in a safe, adapted and supported space. All abilities are welcome.

Adult Day Program – GROW: Adults with exceptionalities can enjoy a unique space to build friendships, daily living abilities, and explore ways to expanding independence. With activities that look to build on strengths and skills through programming focused on resume building, cooking, socializing and more, participants will continue to GROW. Participants must be independent in personal care and manage in a group setting. 

Sensory Skate Drop-In: The Sensory Skate is designed for all ages with a broad spectrum of disabilities and sensory sensitivity. This skate is open to all participants however, all skaters require 1:1 support and/or family on the ice. All individuals on the ice are required to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet. Para Hockey Sledges are permitted, limited supply on site to try. Wheelchairs are also permitted. Note - Wheels must be cleaned before entering the ice surface.

For more information, check out the Inclusion Services section of our Program Guide.

Participant Intake Form

Swimming is a very important life skill to learn for safety around water, fitness and fun. Aquatics has three opportunities to support all swimmers to learn how to swim.

Adapted Privates: Specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities, and will feature one swimmer with one instructor focusing on specific skills requiring attention.

Inclusive Swim Lessons: Specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities. Aquatic staff are available to facilitate participation on group swim lessons. The aquatic staff will maintain a one-to-one instructor to swimmer ratio. The aquatic staff may provide redirection for safety reasons or to provide time for sensory breaks.

Aqua Buddies: This is our volunteer program, where we look to pair the swimmer with a volunteer for the duration of the program you wish to register for. An Aqua Buddy may be available for any swim program at either complex, any day of the week, based on availability of our volunteers.

Registration will be completed online using our e-PLAY system. To ensure access, please complete the Participant Intake Form prior to registering, and wait for approval from an Aquatic Staff member. Please email our Aquatic Staff for more information.