April 9
We often see success as forward movement or accomplishing a goal. However, when that is our primary definition we miss the opportunity to meet someone where they’re at and listen to what they want for their life. Matt is a person who grew up with many mobility aids. He spent his childhood using leg braces, […]
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April 5
With any team, it is always important to have people with complementary strengths, experiences and qualifications. Building a team of workshop trainers is no exception. In October of 2016, we interviewed and hired Tristan for a workshop that needed to be redeveloped and carried out. When we asked Tristan where he found the posting and […]
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April 2
Imagine this. Melissa, one of the I Choose Dignity in the Classroom facilitators, is supporting a grade one student with an exercise about uniqueness and individuality. The student, caught in the moment, studies Melissa’s face before plainly stating, “you are smart, Melissa”. This moment hardly seems out of the ordinary. A compliment paid with sincerity […]
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March 28
Bringing people together and building a community that is supportive of all of its citizens is at the core of community development. Whether it’s engaging in a gathering, an event or bringing a group of people together that ordinarily wouldn’t connect, we want to find a way to impact those involved, creating some form of […]
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March 26
At 22 years-old, Christine and her family found themselves with a problem – a problem that is unfortunately all too common. Christine had finished secondary school life-skills and had nowhere to go afterwards. Here was this bright, enthusiastic young woman, being held back from contributing to her community because of barriers placed on her by […]
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March 22
Sometimes when change happens, it can offer an incredible opportunity. For more than three decades, Dean has been connected to Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. In that time, we have had the tremendous opportunity to connect, get to know and grow with his family. Unfortunately, a little over two year ago, his mother passed away. With his […]
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March 19
Administering Angela’s funding is so much more than dollars and cents I first met Angela’s family two years ago. The hope was that we could continue to assist them with administering their Special Services At Home funding. Special Services At Home funding benefits each family in a unique way. Whether its respite or camps, exploring […]
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February 13
Together in the Kitchen – Group Cooking for All Ages Let’s get cooking! Join Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, Stanley Park Community Association and the City of Kitchener in this FREE cooking class for all ages and abilities. Menu includes: Appetizer – Local Veg Poutine Main – Mac-N-Cheese Side – Roasted Veggies with Yoghurt Sauce Dessert – […]
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December 21
You’re invited to learn how Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act can affect people with disabilities and their families. On November 27, 2017, Bill 148, The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, became law in Ontario. Bill 148 affects employment standards for minimum wage, public holiday pay, how employees request scheduling changes and more. People and […]
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December 3
Today, as the United Nations’ observe International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we will be raising our glasses to good work and community that is building belonging for all. Each December 3rd, people around the globe celebrate and converse about International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The intention is to focus on issues that affect […]
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