April 17
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
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April 1
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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March 24
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 […]
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March 11
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 […]
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February 26
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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February 11
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 26
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 […]
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January 26
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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April 29
Citizenship Edition: Spring 2014 We at EAFWR are proud and excited to share the very first edition of the I Choose Dignity Press. This magazine will be issued twice a year and will focus on telling the stories of families and individuals we support, celebrating our community and igniting conversation. This issue is all about […]
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February 4
Friends Forever! The following article, Making it Sustainable by allienordman, was featured on the Cincibility blog (www.cincibility.wordpress.com). Cincibility is a community of writers who care about inclusion in Cinicinnati, USA. Check it out for its thoughtful, relevant and often provocative articles. The piece that follows really brings to light something that is so important about friends […]
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