Direct Support People Archives

February 20

Direct Support Worker Bulletin February 2015

Check out February’s Direct Support Worker Bulletin – this issue is filled with great stories, and exciting new job opportunities! worker bulletin February 2015

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February 18

DS Spotlight on Transformation – Feb 2015

Click the link below to access Developmental Services February 2015 issue of “Spotlight on Transformation”. In this issue, find great stories on: Promoting Employment and Improving Services – 38 projects were selected to receive funding under the new DS Employment and Modernization Fund; Updates on new tools to support quality standards, and support for front-line […]

February 12

Job Opportunity – Direct Support Representatives

EXTEND-A-FAMILY WATERLOO REGION IS LOOKING FOR… DIRECT SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVES! QUALIFICATIONS Active Employee of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region in providing individualized supports (i.e. one of the following areas: Special Services at Home, Passport, Respite, Family Home) ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE DIRECT SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVES To gather information on worker related issues that can be presented to the […]

February 12

Growing Together

Nic and I were matched and shared an instant connection. We really bonded over our shared love of video games, youtube videos, comic books, and movies. It’s not uncommon for us to get lost in ‘nerding out’ while everyone else’s eyes glaze over and they laugh at how we seemingly speak our own language. Nic’s […]

February 11

More Free Family Day Fun!

There are some great opportunities to get outside and enjoy free Family Day fun! In addition to Winterloo, Daiene Vernile (MPP for Kitchener Centre) is hosting a free skate at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Kiwanis Park (400 East Ave, Kitchener) from 1:30-3:30pm. Warm refreshments will be served, everyone is welcome! Grand River Conservation Authority is […]

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January 29

Passport Resource Information Fair – February 19th

Please see the attached flyer for information on the second Passport Resource Information Fair being held Thursday, February 19 from 6:00pm – 8:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for families to see what is available from the various community groups and support agencies in Waterloo Region!

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January 26

Dreaming of Summer (Camp)? Attend an Information Session!

Dreaming of Summer? Attend an informative evening about finding the right summer camp for your child, including: •Benefits of camp •Things to consider when choosing a camp •Preparing for camp •Support worker tips •Funding resources A Waterloo session will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 4th @6:30pm-8:00pm, at KidsAbility, Waterloo 500 Hallmark Drive Two Cambridge sessions will be […]

January 26

Things To Do – February 2015

February – the month where some of us are fully enjoying winter in all its splendor, and others of us are counting down the days until spring. Either way, there are some wonderful activities to take advantage of this month, especially for Family Day weekend. So whether you try something new or attend an old favourite, […]

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January 19

Let's Talk About Housing! (For Self-Advocates)

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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