Café EXTRA Ordinaire’s
Life Skills & Community Inclusion Day Program
This structured day program focuses on developing practical life, social, and employment readiness skills in a safe and inclusive setting.
Program Details:
- Days & Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Location: 117 Ringwood Drive, Unit 3, Whitchurch/Stouffville, ON L4A 8C1
- Eligibility: Independent individuals (18+) with neurodevelopmental disorders
Core Areas of Development
Participants engage in a wide range of skill-building activities, including:
- Communication Skills
- Social Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Household Management
- Time Management
- Employment Placements
- Independent Living Skills
- Personal Care
- Physical Fitness
Program Objectives
- Empower individuals to achieve greater independence and confidence
- Promote social interaction and community inclusion
- Build academic, life, and employment readiness skills
- Encourage personal growth and self-advocacy
Core Program Components
- Life Skills Development
- Reading, writing, and basic math
- Computer literacy
- Budgeting and money management
- Household organization and cleaning
- Personal hygiene and self-care
- Social and Wellness Activities
- Daily fitness and mindfulness sessions
- Group discussions and peer mentoring
- Community engagement initiatives
- Creative arts and recreational programming
Sample Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity | Focus |
| 9:00 – 9:15 | Welcome | Attendance & daily overview |
| 9:15 – 10:00 | Dressing | Weather-appropriate clothing |
| 10:00 – 10:45 | Cognitive | Brain exercises & puzzles |
| 10:45 – 11:00 | Break | Socialization |
| 11:00 – 11:45 | Fitness | Exercise & stretching |
| 11:45 – 12:30 | Nutrition | Meal planning & healthy choices |
| 12:30 – 1:15 | Lunch | Social time (participants bring lunch) |
| 1:15 – 2:00 | Money Skills | Budgeting & role-play |
| 2:00 – 2:45 | Arts | Creative projects |
| 2:45 – 3:00 | Break | Socialization |
| 3:00 – 3:45 | Chores | Cleaning & organization |
| 3:45 – 4:00 | Wrap-Up | Reflection & discussion |
Commitment to Inclusion
Café EXTRA Ordinaire is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where every individual is valued and respected.
- Staff are fully vetted with criminal and reference checks
- The program ratio is maintained at 5:1 to ensure personalized support
- Emphasis on:
- Customized learning plans
- Supportive and safe environment
- Real-world application of skills
The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to creating opportunities for personal and professional growth for all participants.
Program Goals
- Enhance literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
- Improve computer literacy and job readiness
- Develop confidence, independence, and social skills
- Encourage healthy routines and emotional well-being
- Foster inclusion through community engagement
Looking Ahead
The upcoming café launch in May 2026 will further expand opportunities by providing hands-on employment training and real-world work experience in a fully inclusive setting.
This program is suitable for you if you:
- Can travel independently
- Are independent in most self-care skills
- Looking for social interactions
This program is not suitable for you if you:
- Require one-to-one assistance for most daily activities
- Are not independently mobile
- Have significant behavior issues
- Are unable to climb stairs
- Cannot tolerate different food scents, merchandise scents (Candles)
Ratios: 1 staff to 5 participants
Languages supported in the program: English, Italian, Hungarian
Program hours: 9:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m.
Dates: Monday Through Friday
Cost: $14.00/hour +HST
Agency/Organization: Café EXTRA Ordinaire
Program Contact: Rita or Chris
Phone Number: 289-212-1168
Email: info@cafeex.ca