Junior I.C.E. is an inclusive program designed to promote independence in daily living activities and the skills to create meaningful connections and relationships.
Junior I.C.E. provides hands-on, experiential learning to teach life skills, social skills, and employment readiness to
individuals aged 12 -15.
This group is facilitated by skilled, experienced therapists and group sizes are kept small to ensure maximum instructional support.
Participants have the opportunity to build essential life skills in a space where they feel supported and validated, while participating in activities that are fun and interactive!
Main Themes
Social Skills – Junior I.C.E. participants will obtain the skills and confidence to engage in conversations, create and maintain meaningful connections at home and in the community, and explore the world of dating.
Life Skills – Through opportunities for application and practice, participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills in areas
such as nutrition and food preparation, hygiene, puberty, and time management.
Regulation – Through trial and practice, participants will learn how our sensory systems and emotions are related, and increase their ability to manage and respond to sensory input from their environment using regulation tools and strategies.
Mental Health – Participants will expand their knowledge of common mental health challenges and learn healthy coping strategies which can lead to increased feelings of validation, belonging, and self-esteem.