Adaptive Recreation Programs - For people living with a disability or barrier

Provided by Power To Be

Provides adventure-based programs in Vancouver and Victoria for youth and families in need of support.
Adaptive Recreation programs support people living with a disability or barrier in experiencing inclusive recreational activities while exploring nature and their natural abilities. Programs are adapted to participants and provide the equipment and support needed to experience year-round adventures. Families are encouraged to participate and share in the experience too.

Program is for youths as young as seven to adults of all ages. Support is provided to everyone living with a variety of barriers, including cognitive and physical disabilities, mental health considerations, injuries, and illnesses. Whether someone lives with autism or epilepsy, paraplegia or cancer, they can be helped to explore and experience nature.

All programs are subsidized, minimizing the cost to participants.

Public email: info@powertobe.ca

Website: https://powertobe.ca/ar-individuals/

250-385-2363 (Victoria location)

Public email: victoriaprograms@powertobe.ca

4633 Prospect Lake Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V9E 1J5

604-971-5052 (Vancouver location)

Public email: vancouverprograms@powertobe.ca

182 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7P 2R5

Cost: Fees may apply

Referral options:

  • Self-referral
Availability

Service area: Province-wide

Service Types Provided
Disability Services
Social / Recreational
Ways to Access
  • Provided at multiple locations
  • Provided in a group in-person

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