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.
Supported Independent Living
Support for adults aged 18 + who wish to live more independently, find out more about the Supported Independent Living Program (SIL).
Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Weekend Social Club
Get social and take part in recreational activities in the community at the Weekend Social Club!
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 Groups
Community Groups is about supporting members to participate in community, while encouraging the group to make connections to places and people.
Community Development
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Weekend Social Club
Get social and take part in recreational activities in the community at the Weekend Social Club!
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.
Community Groups
Community Groups is about supporting members to participate in community, while encouraging the group to make connections to places and people.
News & Announcements
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NOW AVAILABLE: 2020 Autism Direct Funding Applications
Families may be eligible to receive up to $500 in funding from this joint initiative between Developmental Services Resource Centre and Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Application deadline: Jan. 31
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Better Together includes you
Your gift helps us to build a community where people feel connected, included and invited. In this season of giving, please consider making a donation to Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region.
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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! Doug is looking for a new home.
Doug, a gentleman in our FamilyHome Program, is looking for a new home! Learn about how you can be a FamilyHome Provider today!
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New look and feel for Autism Spectrum Connection website
We're excited to share that the Autism Spectrum Connection website has a new look and feel! Read more and be sure to follow along.
Events
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Why 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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