At Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region’s interactive Inclusion Workshop, you will learn about community inclusion and how to be with each other in a way that includes everyone. We will explore 5 ingredients for quality support, hear stories from qualified facilitators who have lived experienced, and draw on the experience of everyone in the room. You will leave with a better understanding of your impact in relationships and how you’re contributing to a community where everyone belongs.
This 3-hour workshop is open to all community members and is mandatory for all new staff and support people.
Trainers:
Cheryl Fuller – Training & Organizational Development Coordinator
Selena Gaus – Support Coordinator
Rachel Gagne – Self Advocate
Location:
Workshops will be held in the boardroom of our offices at 91 Moore Ave, Kitchener, N2H 3S4.
Registration:
Online: please fill out the form on the bottom
In person: please call our office at 519-741-0190 or visit 91 Moore Ave. Kitchener, N2H 3S4.
Please read this important Training Information sheet before registering.
Cost: Free
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is geared towards an adult audience. It is designed for Direct Support People, employees in developmental services, adults living with a disability and their families. This workshop is mandatory for all Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region staff, facilitators and Direct Support People and is required upon hire.
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