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Time Commitment: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am

Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is currently recruiting a volunteer to support a woman with a disability in her volunteer job at the KW Humane Society. Your role will be to assist her in following the KW Humane Society procedures specific to playing/visiting with the cats.

We are looking for someone who is friendly, encouraging and who is comfortable being a mentor. Someone who is able to commit to at least a one year period is preferred. Training will…

Time Commitment: Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00pm and/or Fridays, 10:30-11:15am

If you like the pool than this volunteer opportunity is for you! We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers to support a woman at the Waterloo Swimplex in the hot tub and/or to attend an AquaFit class at the Breithaupt Community Centre. Some assistance with dressing is required and support on the pool deck and entering/exiting the pool is essential. The volunteer will be required to participate in the AquaFit class and the hot…

Time Commitment: Thursdays, 2 hours in the AM or PM

We are currently looking for a committed volunteer to support a woman in her volunteer job at Waterloo Generations Thrift Shop. The volunteer would provide support and encouragement while completing tasks associated with the position. Excellent social skills and motivation are key for this exciting opportunity. Access to a vehicle would be an asset but not necessary.

 Click here to learn more about EAF's Summer Passes for Workers!

Please note that our passes are available to Extend-A-Family workers only and the individual they support. 

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Have a great summer!

CRAFTS & GAMES NIGHT

Please be advised that Extend-A-Family's crafts and games night will be cancelled for the summer months.

Our last night will be Thursday, June 23^rd and we will resume again on Thursday, October 13^th.

See you in October!!!

Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is recruiting people who would like to welcome an adult with a developmental disability into their home to share their lives, experiences and hearts.

"I would be lost if I did not live with my FamilyHome providers."

~John Heo, FamilyHome Sharer

What makes a successful FamilyHome?

• Those who are committed to inclusion for all people. People with disabilities are people first, and Extend-A-Family is looking for supportive individuals who understand this…