Fall Session of the UCLA PEERS® for… — Sep 23, 2026 · 6 PM…
When: September 23, 2026 · Where: KidsAbility Waterloo Site, Waterloo
We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for our Fall Session of the UCLA PEERS® for Adolescents Social Skills Program ! This evidence-based program is designed for youth in middle and high school who are interested in building and maintaining friendships, and navigating social challenges such as conflict and rejection. The program is facilitated by Lindsie Driver , Youth Engagement Lead and Recreation Therapist. What is PEERS® for Adolescents? PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a structured, evidence-based social skills training for adolescents aged 14–17. Participants learn and practice key social strategies through: Weekly didactic lessons Role-play demonstrations Group socialization activities Caregivers attend separate sessions at the same time and are coached on how to support their youth in applying these skills outside of the group. Caregiver participation is required. Eligibility Criteria Participants must: Be between the ages of 14–17 Experience challenges with friendships or social interactions Be interested in attending and willing to participate voluntarily Be able to participate independently and consistently Have a caregiver who is committed to attending the parallel sessions Program Details Dates : Wednesdays – September 23 rd to November 25 th (10 weeks) Time : 6:00 – 7:30 PM Location : KidsAbility Waterloo Site, 500 Hallmark Drive, Waterloo Additional Information Spaces are limited. If you believe your youth would be a good fit and is interested in joining, please fill out this Microsoft Teams Form: click here or reach out to us at youthengagement@kidsability.ca for more information or to begin the intake process.