January 19
On January 31, 2015 from 9:30am—12pm, we encourage you to attend a housing workshop at Kitchener Mennonite Brethren Church. All adults with a disability in Waterloo Region are invited! Come tell us about your housing: What you have What you need What you want ** We ask that parents/caregivers encourage self-advocates to […]
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January 19
On February 11, 2015 from 6pm-9pm, parents and caregivers of adults with a disability are invited to participate in a housing forum at The Family Centre Gym. All parents/caregivers of an adult son or daughter with a disability in the Waterloo Region are invited to come share their housing wants and needs. Please visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/XGDPDGM to […]
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January 8
Happy 2015! To celebrate the New Year, why not try a new activity or attend one of the fun events happening around the Region? Below are just some of the great things going on in January. Be sure to check the blog every month for new event highlights! The KW Art Gallery is offering a family day January […]
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October 14
A 20 yr old man, in Ayr, requires assistance in the afternoon two days per week. The contract would require you to meet him as his bus arrives at his home, at approx. 3:30 PM and remain with him until 7:30/ 8:00 PM. The family would also be thrilled with an occasional hours on a Saturday […]
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October 3
A man in his 30’s is looking for a support worker to explore the KW community and assist with daily routines. This individual does not use words to communicate and will express himself in other ways. A suitable candidate would need to be comfortable with understanding and supporting unique behaviours, personal care, and assistance with […]
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October 3
A young man is looking for a support worker to assist with morning routines and driving him to a day program in Kitchener. This individual would like support getting out of bed, getting dressed, and preparing breakfast before leaving for the day program. A suitable worker would have a quieter voice and manner, and comfortable […]
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October 3
1:1 support needed for 9 year old on the last Tuesday of every month (5:30-8:30pm) and occasional additional evening during the week. This individual enjoys playing hockey, throwing balls and being active in the Kitchener area. This individual uses limited words to communicate and may run off if he gets distracted. A suitable worker would […]
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October 3
A family is looking for a support worker with a flexible schedule to spend time with their 6 year old daughter in Wellesley. Experience in personal care is an asset as their daughter requires full care. Days and time commitments are very dependent on the family’s schedule, however workers will start around 4:00pm and will […]
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October 3
A 19 year old male in the Kitchener area is seeking out a patient and supportive worker. This individual shows minimal communication and needs full personal care. Lifts and transfers training is required for this position. Parents will be present during shifts. The time commitment includes about 8 hours of in home care every Saturday […]
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August 12
A mom in Kitchener is looking for a support worker to spend time with her 9 year old son at home on the last Tuesday of every month (5:30-8:30pm). This individual enjoys playing hockey, throwing balls and being active in the backyard and in the living room. He has an interest in snow blowers, lawnmowers […]
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