Community & Recreational Supports
Inclusive community-based programs that help adults build friendships, explore interests and take part fully in community life across Guelph-Wellington.
Community participation
Building confidence, friendships and community connections.
Hopewell Connect helps adults living with developmental disabilities stay active, explore new interests and build meaningful relationships through inclusive community-based programs. From day supports and recreation to community connections, social activities and life skills, every experience is designed around each person's strengths, interests and goals.
As a fee-for-service program, Hopewell Connect offers flexible opportunities to participate without requiring Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) approval. Whether someone is looking to make new friends, try something different, or become more involved in their community, Hopewell Connect creates opportunities to build confidence, experience new things and enjoy a greater sense of belonging.
What taking part gives you
Five things people get out of it
Meaningful relationships
Spend time with peers, share interests and form relationships that can continue beyond a single activity or program.
Fun and variety
Try creative activities, recreation, sensory experiences and community connections.
New skills
Practise communication, decision-making, daily living and community participation skills through engaging activities.
Greater confidence
Experience success, have a real say and take on new challenges with the right support.
Individualized support
Support is planned around each participant's abilities and needs, and reviewed with you before programs begin.
Community & recreation
Hopewell Connect
Want to get out, make friends and try new things in your community? Hopewell Connect is for you.
Hopewell Connect offers adults living with a developmental disability opportunities to connect, build confidence and explore their interests through fitness, art, social activities, recreation and community outings.
Hopewell Connect is fee-for-service, so no government funding approval is needed to take part. Explore the programs below to find an option that works for you.
Day Supports · Monday & Tuesday
Our core day supports: community time, activities and friends, built around your interests and goals.
Swimming Wednesdays
Day supports plus swimming. The $5 pool fee is included in the day rate.
Music Thursdays
Day supports plus music. The $10 music fee is included in the day rate.
Community Connections Fridays
Day supports plus a bigger trip out into the community. The $25 fee is included in the day rate.
Evening Programs
Create and Connect on Mondays, Drumming with Dez on Tuesdays, Fitness Your Way on Wednesdays, and Thursday Socials. Booked a month at a time.
How joining works
Say hello
Email or call us and tell us a bit about yourself (or the person you support) and what sounds fun.
Pick your programs
We'll walk you through the current line-up, fees, and which sessions fit your interests and support needs.
Jump in
Register, show up, and start connecting. Programs run year-round and you can add more any time.
Transition supports
Moving into adult services?
If you or the person you support is approaching 18, planning early gives you more time to understand the options. Our Turning 18 guide walks through DSO eligibility, Passport funding and the adult programs available at Hopewell.
Come and try something new.
Tell us what sounds good and we'll find the programs that fit.