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WRDSS Evening Speaker Series Presents: Nutrition and Specific Health Concerns for People with Down Syndrome: A Proactive Approach with Dr. Danielle O’Connor thumbnail

October 16

WRDSS Evening Speaker Series Presents: Nutrition and Specific Health Concerns for People with Down Syndrome: A Proactive Approach with Dr. Danielle O’Connor

The Waterloo Regional Down Syndrome Society (WRDSS) will host Dr. Danielle O’Connor as part of their Evening Speaker Series on Wednesday October 16. Dr. Danielle O’Connor has been a Naturopathic Doctor for over 15 years and has a clinical focus on treating children with Down Syndrome, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, tics and Tourette’s as well […]

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April 11

A BIG thank you to all our volunteers! #NVW2019

It’s National Volunteer Week and throughout the week, we’ve been sharing how volunteers at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region embody #TheVolunteerFactor. The smallest acts make a world of difference in the lives of others and we are grateful for those who have volunteered their time here at EAFWR. Whether it’s been helping out at a fundraising or […]

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April 20

Thank you to all our volunteers! #NVW2018

As National Volunteer Week 2018 comes to an end, one volunteer’s story speaks volumes about the impact of volunteering. First off, a big thank you to all our amazing volunteers! Here at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, we deeply value and appreciate the contributions of our volunteers. Your drive, passion and commitment to giving back to the […]

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February 16

13,000 Adults with Development Disabilities Receiving Support – Passport Update

Exciting news from the Ministry of Community of Social Services, this past Tuesday. We’re thrilled for families to receive their much anticipated funding, a year ahead of schedule, offering the opportunity to access the services and supports families have been waiting for. Questions about Passport and your funding? Connect with Liz at lflewwelling@eafwr.on.ca —– 13,000 Adults […]

Posted by Avishka Juta, in Articles and Resources, Blog

March 8

Sibshop- April 9, 2016

Join us on Saturday April 9, 2016 for Sibshop! In partnership with YMCA, Z beside the Y, Kerry’s Place, Autism Services Waterloo Region and Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, Sibshop is a fun workshop for brothers and sisters of a sibling with a developmental disability to learn what their loved ones needs are. Light refreshments and snacks […]

Posted by Avishka Juta, in Blog, Children, Youth

August 5

FamilyHome, On the Go

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a Hyperbike! I have never seen anything like it! Well, close-up at least! It is a marvellous, people-powered vehicle, low to the ground, recumbent, and reminds me a bit of the “Hungry Caterpillar”! If ever you see it around Waterloo, don’t hesitate to give a […]

Posted by Avishka Juta, in Adult, Blog, Children, Youth

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a Hyperbike! thumbnail

July 28

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a Hyperbike!

I have never seen anything like it! Well, close-up at least! It is a marvellous, people-powered vehicle, low to the ground, recumbent, and reminds me a bit of the “Hungry Caterpillar”! If ever you see it around Waterloo, don’t hesitate to give a huge hoot and wave to pedal-powerers Joe and Rob, and enthusiastic helmswoman, […]

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 […]

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