Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Autism Spectrum Connection
An online resource for anyone on the Autism Spectrum, offering a calendar of events and ASD resources.
Short Breaks (Respite)
Respite provides more than just short breaks for families and individuals, its about relationships, and having experiences that are truly fulfilling.
Special Services at Home
Support for people under 18 with a developmental and/or physical disability, find out how Extend-A-Family Waterloo can help you with SSAH.
Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Autism Spectrum Connection
An online resource for anyone on the Autism Spectrum, offering a calendar of events and ASD resources.
Summer Program
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
Short Breaks (Respite)
Respite provides more than just short breaks for families and individuals, its about relationships, and having experiences that are truly fulfilling.
Special Services at Home
Support for people under 18 with a developmental and/or physical disability, find out how Extend-A-Family Waterloo can help you with SSAH.
Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Autism Spectrum Connection
An online resource for anyone on the Autism Spectrum, offering a calendar of events and ASD resources.
WALES Group
Led by group members, join the many people who have achieved their personal, career and community goals through WALES
Summer Program
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
FamilyHome
Families come in all shapes and sizes! FamilyHome is an opportunity for an adult with a disability to live with a family and to share life together.
Short Breaks (Respite)
Respite provides more than just short breaks for families and individuals, its about relationships, and having experiences that are truly fulfilling.
Passport
Your money, your choices! Passport Funding through Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region puts you and your wants, first!
Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
I Choose Dignity
To deeply feel we belong is the basis behind the I Choose Dignity movement. Find out how EAFWR practices I Choose Dignity.
WALES Group
Led by group members, join the many people who have achieved their personal, career and community goals through WALES
Summer Program
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
FamilyHome
Families come in all shapes and sizes! FamilyHome is an opportunity for an adult with a disability to live with a family and to share life together.
News & Announcements
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2018-19 Annual Report
Our 2018-19 Annual Report is here! Find out what we've been up to here at EAFWR over the past year.
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New FamilyHome Opportunity! Wayne is looking for a new home.
Wayne, a gentleman who has lived in the FamilyHome Program for 20 years is looking for a new home! Learn about how you can be a FamilyHome Provider today!
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Registration now open for “Providing Support with Purpose” conference
Come on out and further your knowledge on making community connections, mindfulness, self-care and have an opportunity to share what keeps you committed and engaged in your work.
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Nominations now open for the second annual Maria de Boer Changemaker Award!
We're seeking nominations for people with lived experience of disability for The Maria de Boer Changemaker Award. Learn more about the award and nomination process. Nomination deadline: June 26, 2019.
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Start with hello.
Inclusion doesn't have to be a big production. Find out how a simple hello nurtures inclusion at our Inclusion Workshop.
Events
View all eventsWhy Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is Great
We’re passionate. We’re excited. We believe in inclusion and belonging for all, and that relationships and friendships occur naturally in community.
By offering supports and services tailored to your dreams and goals, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region puts you first.
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Thank you for supporting Angela and her swimming. She has qualified for the S14 classification and has been invited to the Olympic trials as an Olympic Para swimmer. I can't express how thankful I am for your support. Angela continues to work hard in and out of the pool. Your agency has given Angela the opportunity to follow her dreams...
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Hear and #BeHeard at this grassroots Q&A #onPoli session. Focusing on the Developmental Services Sector, don't mi… twitter.com/i/web/status/96739…
