Weekend Nature OT Groups

Does your child struggle with…

• big emotions?

• trying new things?

• sticking with an activity or staying focused?

• making friends?

• sharing information in class?

We created these Nature OT Groups before the pandemic and they continue to meet the growing needs of our families. Our groups focus on providing your kids with opportunities to interact and play together with other children of the same age in a safe, supportive, neurodiversity affirming environment. The best way to improve social skills, resolve conflicts, make new friends and connect is through practice. We also teach your children about emotions, turning our attention to the way our bodies feel, talking about the tough times and sharing ways to get through the big, scary feelings. And what better place than in NATURE to work on social-emotional skills!

Group therapy environments promote:

• peer modelling

• cooperation

• social skill building

• the development of empathy & self-esteem

Our Nature OT Groups

• For children ages 3-12 years

• We see many children with Autism, ADHD, Coordination Disorders and Anxiety. A diagnosis is NOT required to access OT services.

• Play Partners include siblings or friends with no identified OT needs. These children will develop skills in leadership, mentoring, diversity & inclusion.

• Small groups, up to 6 children. Children are grouped based on developmental age & stage.

• Locations include the most natural, unstructured nature spot we can find.

• Groups are led by Registered Occupational Therapists.

• Activities include: Sharing circles, hiking, scavenger hunts, building forts, swinging, climbing, exploring, nature crafting and cooperative games.

• Weekly Documentation is completed and the parent chooses a final report or a 1:1 phone call at the end of the session.

Upcoming Group Sessions

EAST Toronto: Todmorden Mills Park (10am-11:30am)

• Spring Session [April 27, 2024 - June 15, 2024] Registration is OPEN

Nature OT Group Fees

• CA$832.00 — OT Spot

• CA$400.00 — Play Partner Spot (limited number of spots available)

* All children must be independent in mobility (without a mobility aid) and toileting.

Ever wondered what a Nature OT Group session is all about???

How to Register

Fee Determination

Professional fees are set in accordance with the recommended fee range for occupational therapists in private practice, established by the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists. Services are currently HST exempt under Canada Revenue Legislation.

Payment Terms

Payment due within 15 days of receipt of invoice. Payment can be made by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or directly from your financial institution. If account balance remains past 30 days, Davis Occupational Therapy reserves the right to charge the credit card that is on file with your account.

Cancellation Policy

GROUPS: Full payment is due upon registration for any of our group programs. Your deposit is refundable if you provide 10 days notice of cancellation. If you cancel less than 10 days before the start of the session your deposit becomes non-refundable. Absences to any Group Sessions are not entitled to credit or refund, unless the session is canceled by Davis OT.