S.T.A.R. Program
S.T.A.R. Program - Supporting Transitions to Adult Responsibilities
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Welcome to the S.T.A.R. Program!
The goal of the S.T.A.R. Program is for young adults aged 18- 23 in the ADHD/ Learning Disability community to develop the skills and confidence needed to gain independence. Adulthood can be an intimidating prospect, but S.T.A.R. is here to help explain these responsibilities and provide tools to help you prepare!
Through a variety of engaging activities, presentations, guest speakers and real-world volunteering experiences, we will examine the realities of adulthood and prepare for them.
Topics covered include:
- Renting your first home
- Workplace skills and fundamentals
- Post-secondary information and other schooling paths
- Resume workshops and mock- interviews
- Budgeting and finance tips
- Navigating adult relationships
- Time management
- The importance of email and email etiquette
- Gaining relevant certifications (WHIMIS, Pro Serve, etc)
and more!
The application process:
- Click the registration link
- Fill out the S.T.A.R. Program Intake Form and submit it
- Our team will review the S.T.A.R. Program Intake Form and contact you with the status of your application and next steps.
* We may organize an informal interview with the participants to get to know them, review their expectations of the S.T.A.R. Program, ensure this program is a good fit for their goals, and answer any questions they may have.
* Schedules are subject to change depending on the availability of our volunteering partners and the interests/ needs of the group
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Luke (aka Yoda) has been working in the field of camping, outdoor education and recreation since 2014 and working with youth in a variety of roles since 2009. Since completing a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education with a specialization in Outdoor Adventure Leadership from Laurentian University, he has continued his professional development and is trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, ASSIST suicide prevention and NCCP coaching. In addition, he is a Wilderness First Responder, ACMG certified Top Rope Climbing Instructor and Paddle Canada level two certified whitewater canoeist. In 2020 Luke joined Foothills as the photographer for Camp Amicus, then later worked with the school as an Educational Assistant. In 2022, he began his role as Manager of Camp Amicus and Recreation Programs. Luke has always had a passion for program development in specialized populations and makes it a priority to work with his team to ensure camp and recreation programs evolve to align with the changes in participants' lives, interests and needs.
Jana has a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Calgary, and is registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers. She has a history of working with children, youth, and families, and is passionate about early intervention, prevention, and meeting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs. Jana is trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Traning, and the Nurturing Parenting Program Curriculum. She utilizes a trauma-informed and strength-based approach in her social work practice, aimed at mitigating the effects of trauma, strengthening family resilience, increasing natural supports, and building on existing strengths.