Group Activities, Day Camps, Caregiver Groups & Professional Training
This page describes all of Pivot Point’s Group Activities available for children, teens and adults with Autism or Diverse Abilities, as well as our groups for Caregivers and for Professionals & Service Providers. All of our groups are organized by the style / format of the group (see the tabs below), and each topic or theme is clearly presented so you can join others with similar interests. Almost all groups are available in both formats: ONLINE as well as IN-PERSON. Note that groups for Professionals & Service Providers are typically one-time-only events.
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NEW! Adults, family / friends, community professionals and businesses can now sponsor a child for Day Camp! Visit our Sponsorship Page to learn more!
If your family is looking to apply for a Sponsorship, please complete our Family Sponsorship Application |
Visit our Calendar of Events page to learn more about the events we’re currently hosting across the province!
HANG
HANG ~ Helping Adolescents / Adults Network and Grow
Our H.A.N.G. style groups are designed to be fun social environments where teen and adult peers with ASD or Diverse Abilities get together (in-person or online) to network with others who share common interests. Each session of any “H.A.N.G.” styled group includes structured greeting activities, group activity planning, gentle in-the-moment coaching, and feedback on observed and emerging social skill dynamics. Our H.A.N.G. style groups are themed around ages and interests.
To be notified of the next available dates for any of the below groups in your community, complete our Waitlist
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Dungeons & DragonsJoin our Dungeon Master on an adventure into the world of Magic, Mystery and Magnificent Treasures. Delve into darkest dungeons and explore ancient ruins in the pursuit of increased social skills, problem-solving, cooperation and fun To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Dungeons & Dragons Flyer |
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Lego ClubJoin us for fun construction adventures building with everybody’s favourite building toy, LEGO! Our In-Person Lego groups start with a casual social check-in, then gently transition into the group session planning / problem solving process central to all H.A.N.G. sessions. Sessions include individual discovery and building time, 1-1 attention, small group tutorials and group sharing times… all designed to give participants a chance to practice their social skills and expand their role within the small group. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Lego Group Flyer |
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Minecraft Club (Online)Join us as we venture into the world of MINECRAFT! Our staff host interactive building competitions, focused learning sessions, supervised free play, and all sorts of fun MINECRAFT adventures! Learn to use Redstone to build “electrical features” and to perform logic tasks. Let your child’s creativity flow during our engaging Build Challenges and lesson-focused games. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Minecraft Group Flyer |
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Social ClubOur Social Group is a welcoming and engaging space where participants can connect, build friendships, and strengthen their social skills in a fun and supportive environment. Through interactive activities, participants work on communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and self-awareness while enjoying meaningful social experiences. Whether practicing following directions, increasing participation, or simply having fun, this group fosters confidence and connection in a relaxed and inclusive setting. |
DEVELOPING SKILLS
Developing Skills ~ Interactive groups designed to teach a specific topic or skill
Our “Developing… skills” style groups follow a set curriculum, and inspire participants to work together towards acquiring skills needed to pursue their personal growth and success. This group style includes a very wide range of topics and themes, with new topics being added regularly to reflect new interests, needs and inspirations. “Developing… skills” style groups are well suited to children, youth, adults, caregivers and community members who are ready to jump in and learn some new skills!
To be notified of the next available dates for any of the below groups in your community, complete our Waitlist
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Culinary KidsThe yummiest event Pivot Point has to offer! Join this fun group to learn cooking, baking and kitchen skills as you plan and prepare many delicious recipes. Lessons on safety, recipe following, teamwork and creativity are what makes this group so special, along with the great meals we’ll enjoy together or send home for the family! To be notified of the next available dates for this group in your community, complete our Waitlist |
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PEERS®: Developing Relationship SkillsPEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is an esteemed social skills intervention program originating from UCLA. Its primary objective is to enhance friendship quality and social skills for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The group will meet weekly for 1.5 hours over a span of 14 weeks to collectively cultivate and refine their social skills. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our PEERS®: Developing Relationships Flyer |
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Student SuccessMany families struggle to feel ready for the transition into Kindergarten and the early primary grades! This group creates a fun and safe way for small groups of young students to encounter the classroom environment, and the initial basics of structure and routine like circle time, story-time and other small group play activities. Hosted in our established Community Classroom sites throughout BC, Student Success Group shows students how to have fun with words, numbers and their peers To be notified of the next available dates for this group in your community, complete our Waitlist |
DAY CAMPS
Day Camps ~ Week-long groups built for Summer, Winter and Spring Break learning and fun!
Our “Day Camp” style groups typically run for a full week, Monday through Friday, with each day starting at 9:30 am and ending at 3:30 pm. Many of our “Day Camp” style groups are available either online or in-person, so please carefully note this in the groups listed on our Calendar page. Each “Day Camp” style group is themed, so that it attracts children, youth and young adults with similar interests and abilities. Every group incorporates social skill development and friendship building while inspiring a Growth Mindset and increased self-awareness / self-responsibility in a safe, respectful, fun peer environment.
To be notified of the next available dates for any of the below groups in your community, complete our Waitlist
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SUMMER Day Camp: Building Social SkillsThis day camp is ideal for kids with a strong foundation in social skills who are ready to grow through fun, interactive activities. Participants will work together on skills such as social planning, negotiation, compromise, learning about others, and navigating social scenarios. Each day, participants meet on location for their scheduled activity, bringing their own lunch for the first four days. The camp follows a project-based learning approach, where each day’s activities build on the previous one, culminating in a final group project or event. On the last day, participants will collaborate to plan and enjoy a shared lunch together. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Building Social Skills – Day Camp Flyer (Coming Soon) |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Culinary KidsThe yummiest camp Pivot Point has to offer! Each day throughout this week long camp, our campers learn cooking, baking and kitchen skills as they plan and prepare many delicious recipes. Lessons on safety, recipe following, teamwork and creativity are what makes this camp so special, along with the great meals we’ll enjoy together or send home for the family! To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Culinary Kids – Day Camp Flyer! |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Eco Adventure CampEco Adventures Day Camp offers a fun outdoor pursuit each day of the week! Participants will explore different locations and activities throughout their community in our small-group social skill building process. Each day, two staff meet the group of 6 to 8 participants at the location for that day’s adventure. They plan out the activity together, embark, break for snacks, continue/return to the pick up site. Whether hiking, adventure/challenge gaming, or exploring… each day will increase their mindfulness in nature, as well as their social skills, while exploring parks, beaches, streams, hikes, geo-caching and other challenging activities that deepen their love of the outdoors! To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Eco Adventure – Day Camp Flyer! |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Job SkillsThis camp is all about job readiness! We work together to explore participants’ interests, the job market and the skills that might be required for various roles. The group creates personal resumes’, practices interview skills and learns about appropriate communication and social skills to help our participants prepare to apply for a job and get hired! To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Job Skills – Day Camp Flyer! |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Life SkillsThis camp is all about emergent life skills! We collaborate to explore and practice essential daily living skills tailored to each learner’s unique needs. Our activities are flexible and can be customized to suit the abilities and goals of every individual. Together, we will focus on personal care, health and safety, daily chores, financial management, communication, and social skills, among other areas. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Life Skills – Day Camp Flyer! |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Stories & CraftsThis day camp is designed for those who prefer a quieter, slower pace and have an interest in stories and or crafting! Each day staff and participants read parts of a chosen novel, taking breaks to discuss the ideas as they arise. The participants also use crafts as an opportunity to dive deep into a story and learn more about the characters, setting, and plot. Students are immersed in the novel in a variety of fun ways! To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Stories & Crafts Day Camp Flyer! |
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SUMMER Day Camp: Student SuccessMany families struggle to feel ready for the transition into Kindergarten and the early primary grades! This day camp creates a fun and safe way for small groups of young students to encounter the classroom environment, and the initial basics of structure and routine like circle time, story-time and other small group play activities. To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Student Success – Day Camp Flyer! |
CAREGIVER SUPPORT
Caregiver Support Groups ~ The skills and insights to help you be at your best for your family
Our Caregiver Support groups offer a range of interactive groups designed to give parents and caregivers the training on specific topics, as well as the insights, awareness and courage to help them be at their best. As such, some of our Caregiver Support groups are more flexible & dynamic in nature, letting the group lead the discussions and interactions (like our HANG style groups do), whereas other Caregiver Support groups more closely follow a set curriculum on the specific topic (like our Developing Skills groups do). Please read each description to understand how that group is structured.
To be notified of the next available dates for any of the below groups in your community, complete our Waitlist
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Rockstar Parent WorkgroupJoin a small group of parents each week as we explore the Rockstar Parent Workbook (provided) to help to navigate parenting children with Autism. Each of the five sessions is lead by an experienced Counsellor who is committed to helping you master the secrets of great parenting… even through challenging behaviours and Diverse Abilities. Together we’ll work through the 5 Key Steps:
To be notified of the next available dates for this group, complete our Waitlist To see a flyer you can download, print or email to others, view our Rockstar Parent Workgroup Flyer |
INFANT or TODDLER SCREEN and SUPPORT
Bridging the Autism Diagnosis Gap for Our Youngest Community Members
Pivot Point recognizes that many infants and toddlers in our community may have developmental delays. Yet with long waitlists, many may go undiagnosed and without key support for years. Research shows that interventions are most effective when started as early as possible after birth. This means that many children and their caregivers are missing out on the most important stage of learning and intervention.
To meet this need, Pivot Point is piloting the following new services in Prince George for families with infants and toddlers:
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Screening ServiceChildren aged birth to 5 years will be screened using a standardized assessment tool across all areas of development to guide caregivers on the next steps of support. Each child will receive a Screening Report that includes the child’s development scores and follow up recommendations. Cost: $450 per child Click on your city below to register: If the posted dates in the above link are sold out or if you are not available on those dates/times, please complete our Waitlist to be notified of our next available dates. |
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Infant Support GroupChildren aged from birth to 18 months old and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 6-week support group of 4 or 5 families, led by an infant care clinician. During each 1-hour session caregivers will learn how to encourage development and “learning interactions” with their infant. Cost: $300 per child (Note – Screening Service above must be completed before attending this Infant Support Group) Click on your city below to register: • Prince George (Coming Soon) If the posted dates in the above link are sold out or if you are not available on those dates/times, please complete our Waitlist to be notified of our next available dates. |
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Toddler Support GroupChildren aged 19 months to 3 years old and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 6 week support group of 4 or 5 families, led by an infant & toddler care clinician. During each 1-hour session caregivers will learn how to support their toddler’s development across all areas, and how to generalize these skills into the home environments. Cost: $300 per child Click on your city below to register: • Prince George (Coming Soon) If the posted dates in the above link are sold out or if you are not available on those dates/times, please complete our Waitlist to be notified of our next available dates. |
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Caregiver Support GroupCaregivers for children aged 3 to 5 will be guided through a 6-week support group with 4 or 5 families, lead by an early childhood behavioural clinician to learn the basics of behaviour and ways to support healthy behaviour in the home. Each session can take place online or in person with a behavioural clinician and includes home practice and support. to the home environments. Cost: $300 per child Click on your city below to register: • Prince George (Coming Soon) If the posted dates in the above link are sold out or if you are not available on those dates/times, please complete our Waitlist to be notified of our next available dates. |
If you are interested in these services in ANY OTHER community besides Prince George, please complete our Other Community Waitlist and we will reach out to you once they are available.
Complex Care Program Manager
Adult Services & Transition Planning Program Manager
