Buddy UP

02/26/2026

🍀 March Groups are out (along with a little announcement!)

As some of you know, I’ll be welcoming a new little buddy of my own in May! 🍼👶

All groups will take a pause during my maternity leave, with our last session being on March 23rd.

But... it’s not goodbye, it’s see you later!

Buddy UP! will of course be back, and I know this amazing community will be just as strong when we reunite as soon as possible 🫶

In the meantime, I can’t wait to see old and new faces this March to enjoy what we do best: building friendships, boosting confidence, and sharing laughter and amazing moments together 💛

🔗 Registration is live now (Link in bio)

Let's make March one to remember! ✨️

02/24/2026

Sensory Canvases in our kids group today! 🫆

We explored different textures in our environment and used mixed media to show how they feel. It led to great conversations about our sensory systems and how everyone experiences textures differently.

What textures are a favorite in your home and which ones are a hard no?

Let us know in the comments!👇

02/23/2026

Join the NeuroVerse! 🌎

Neurodivergent young adults looking for a fun space to connect with others, play trivia and discuss all things social skills!

Every Friday 4:30pm-5:30pm over Zoom

Register online at www.buddyuptime.com

02/04/2026

In my experience, social skills are most effective when they feel natural, engaging, and fun - not through dry workbooks, forced scripts, or kids shutting down.

I knew there had to be a better way.

So, I created the Buddy UP! Starter Bundle, pulling together some of my favorite games from our in-person groups, shaped by 20+ years supporting Neurodivergent children and teens.

This bundle includes ready-to-play social games that turn “skill-building” into laughter, connection, and real engagement using simple, everyday materials.

No pressure. Just fun!

🔗 Click https://stan.store/BuddyUP for your your instant download!

💬 Comment which game you tried and how it went — I love hearing the success stories 🫶

PS. If you enjoy this starter bundle, let me know if you’d like a Volume 2 with more games and ideas!

Enjoy and have fun!
❤️💙💚💛

02/02/2026

✨ February Fun is Here! ✨

This month at Buddy UP! we’ve got games, art, laughs, and more friendships waiting! ❤️💙💚💛

Check out our February schedule and grab your spot—spaces are limited! Let’s make this month full of connection, creativity, and good vibes. 🎲🎨

Register online for a group! 👇

🔗 www.buddyuptime.com

01/29/2026

Our small groups provide a place where you can be yourself, laugh a little louder, and actually feel like you belong.

No judgment. No pressure. Just good people and good vibes. Always. 🫶

01/23/2026

🌟 Thank you Angus! 🌟

For the second year in a row, Buddy UP! Social Skills is honoured (and doing a little happy dance over here 💃) to be named the 2026 Canadian Choice Award Winner for Community Services in Angus! 🏆

Three years ago, Buddy UP! began with one girl who simply needed a friend. Today, it has blossomed into a weekly meetup for neurodivergent youth, built on connection, inclusion, and belonging.

This recognition belongs to the Angus families, participants, and community partners who continue to show up, trust us, and help create welcoming spaces where everyone belongs.

THANK YOU for believing in connection, inclusion, and community and for cheering us on along the way! ❤️💙💛💚

01/12/2026

Creating art, building friendships 🧤🎨

Buddy UP! Kids enjoyed a beautiful "String of Mittens" session today.

01/07/2026

01/06/2026

Thank you Simcoe County! 🫶

This was such a memorable moment in our journey and these CommunityVotes - Simcoe County awards reflect the amazing participants and families that make our groups what they are today ❤️💙💚💛

Official 2025 Community Voting Awards Platform for Simcoe County, ON. Where the community votes for their favourites every year.