The GACSN is a group dedicated to providing special needs children (and youth) from the ages of 10 to 29 with a fun Saturday afternoon of swimming, crafts, and meeting friends. The group meets each Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 pm at the Orleans Recreation Centre. The group starts with swimming and then returns to Hall D for crafts, games and music.
The group also goes on various outings (movies, bowling, museums, etc.) throughout the year to “mix things up” a little.
The program runs from September to June. Besides providing children (and youth) with developmental delays a program of activities which allow them to truly participate in the community for the betterment of their physical and social development; the program provides a few hours of respite time for parents/guardians.