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April 17

DS Spotlight on Transformation April 2015

Click the link below to access Developmental Services’ April 2015 issue of “Spotlight on Transformation”. In this issue, find great stories on: 14,000 people getting new direct funding Housing Task Force seeking innovative ideas DS Spotlight on Transformation Issue 47

April 1

Things to Do – April 2015

Spring has sprung, the grass is riz, I wonder where the birdies is?” ~ Winnie the Pooh March roared both in and out like a lion, but it seems like temperatures are slowly on the climb, and lots of great events are “springing” up for April! April is Autism Awareness Month, which our community is […]

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April 1

May Court Flower Sales are Back! Now until April 20th, Buy Online Here

Looking for a great way to support EAFWR while beautifying your porch or yard? Why not kick spring into high gear by purchasing flowers from our May Court Flower offering? All proceeds go to EAFWR and the plants are simply stunning. Easy option of online purchase this year. PICK UP DATES: Tuesday, May 12 and […]

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March 24

Rescheduled: Peter Marks Conscious Care and Support 8 Week Workshop

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel the April 27th 8 week course in Conscious Care and Support (CCS) facilitated by Peter Marks due to low enrollment. A new class will be offered starting January 11th 2016 with the hope that the extended lead time will allow for a full roster. New Course Dates: January 11, 2106 […]

March 12

Jean Vanier wins $1.7M Templeton Prize

As you may have heard, Jean Vanier has been awarded the prestigious Templeton Prize! This is great news for L’Arche and people who have a developmental disability around the world. The Templeton Prize is one of the world’s largest annual awards given to an individual. It honors a living person who has made exceptional contributions […]

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March 11

Hockey Night in Cambridge – Come Watch the Leafs March 21

Watching at home is boring. Watching with new and old friends is awesome! Come cheer on the Toronto Maple Leafs as they take on the Ottawa Senators. DATE: March 21st , 2015 TIME: 7:00pm – End of Game PLACE: Gator’s Tail Check out details: Leaf Game march 2015

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March 11

Rock for Autism April 10 with Ryan McTavish and Friends, Featuring Fred Penner!

April is Autism Awareness Month! We will be celebrating diversity and promoting awareness to support individuals with autism in our community *Proceeds from this event will go to support I Choose Dignity Tickets: $20, $15 for Students Date: April 10th, 2015 Time: Show starts at7:15pm *Doors open at 6pm Rock for Autism with Ryan McTavish […]

March 6

New Partnership with The Working Centre – Creating Job Support and Opportunities

Extend-A-Family of Waterloo Region is receiving funding from Ontario to promote inclusive employment and improve services and supports for people with developmental disabilities. EAFWR will be partnering with The Working Centre on this new initiative. Through the Developmental Services Employment and Modernization Fund, the province is investing in the following project: Community Based Employment Supports: Extend-A-Family […]

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March 6

An Inspiring Video to End the Week – Love Has No Labels Campaign

Many of us unintentionally make snap judgments about people based on what we see—whether it’s race, age, gender, religion, sexuality, or disability. Subconscious prejudice—called “implicit bias”—has profound implications for how we view and interact with others who are different from us. It can hinder a person’s ability to find a job, secure a loan, rent […]

February 26

Things to Do – March 2015

March looks destined to come in like a lion, and I hope out like a lamb! Thankfully, there are tonnes of unique community happenings to distract us from the weather. The hardest part will be deciding which ones to do… Join in the excitement Saturday, March 7th – 9am to 4pm, Celebrate Women of Aviation. Try your hand at one […]

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