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Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month! |
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Meet Adam, the Face of Five Counties |
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If there’s a face to Five Counties Children’s Centre, it may be Adam White.
Adam is a strong advocate and promoter of the life-changing work that goes on at Five Counties for kids and youth receiving treatment for physical, developmental, and communications challenges. Adam has a unique perspective, as a volunteer, former board member, past chair and — perhaps most significantly — a client who received treatment at Five Counties for many years.
Fittingly, Adam was the keynote speaker at our Annual General Meeting in June, where he shared stories of his time at the Centre:
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“Growing up at Five Counties really meant that I had a place to come to
where I felt very welcomed... Early on in my life, that gave me the sense
that really I could do anything I put my mind to. My parents told me that
and the staff at Five Counties told me that. When you take that
atmosphere as the foundation for your life, you can’t help but benefit.”
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Record-Breaking Year at Five Counties
When it comes to helping kids in its region, Five Counties went above and beyond in 2022/23.
Last year saw the Centre serve more than 6,200 children with physical, developmental and communication needs. It’s the largest number of clients served in the nearly 50-year history of Five Counties.
“It’s a real testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff to provide life-changing services to our kids and families in many different ways and means, including through the use of technology and virtual visits,” says Scott Pepin, CEO of Five Counties. “We’ve never slowed down, even through the pandemic.”
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Thank You, Thank You, Thank You for Supporting Our Social |
We’re very grateful to all the attendees, donors, supporters, volunteers and others who made our second annual Backyard Summer Social a success.
The gala fundraiser held on June 24 raised $41,664 to support priority services like speech and occupational therapies that benefit children in the community while reducing wait times for these life-changing services.
Despite having to move some activities indoors due to rain, there was still plenty of excitement and enthusiasm, say organizers.
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Watch this recap of the fun festivities at our Backyard Summer Social! |
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A Sneak Peek into Treatment Services |
In late June, Five Counties was pleased to host Michael Parsa, Ontario’s Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, as well as Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith.
Both individuals toured our Peterborough site and met with our staff, families and members of our Board of Directors. The tour was an opportunity to share what Five Counties is doing to provide important treatment services for families in Peterborough City-County, Northumberland County, the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County.
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From left, Five Counties CEO Scott Pepin, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services Michael Parsa, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith, and Five Counties Board of Directors members Galen Eagle and Adam White pose for a photo after a tour of the Centre on June 26. |
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Get in the Game! Join Us for Little Lakers Night |
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Five Counties and the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are teaming up for the first annual Little Lakers Game Night set for July 27.
Five Counties kids and families will play a role at the Lakers’ last home game of the season at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, including taking part in the ceremonial pre-game ball drop. Five Counties staff/volunteers will also be on hand for face painting, raffle/auction, Little Laker T-shirt sales and much more. We hope to see everyone out for great lacrosse action!
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Community Event Fundraisers |
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Cruise Night at Craftworks
If you love classic cars, live music, food, prizes and more, then come out every Thursday evening for Cruise Night presented by the Fowlers Corners and District Lions Club. The weekly Cruise Night run every Thursday from 4 pm to dusk through mid-September
Cruise Night takes place at CraftWorks at the Barn located at 124 Lindsay Road in Selwyn (1 km east of Fowlers Corners).
The event supports many worthwhile charities, including Five Counties Children’s Centre. Donations are encouraged and appreciated to support the Lions in covering event costs and assisting them in their community work.
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Get in the Swing to Support Five Counties
Join the Rotary Club of Peterborough for its annual Fore the Kids golf tournament in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre.
Enjoy a day of golf and support important treatment services for kids and youth in our region. Special thanks to lead sponsor Linwood Custom Homes and lunch sponsor Paluski Boats.
Cost is $150/person (you get a $70 tax receipt upon registration). Enjoy a round of golf, use of cart, lunch, prizes and a raffle draw for a Paluski canoe. Sign up as a team or an individual.
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For more information about our programs, services or fundraising please contact us
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Five Counties values your ongoing support in ensuring our Centre can provide the best care possible for children and their families. We are making investments in equipment and resources to ensure we can provide the same professional, prompt and caring services we always have.
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You can send us an email through [email protected] or give us a call and we will connect you with someone who can answer your questions.
Peterborough City and County - 705-748-2337
Northumberland County - 905-377-0192
City of Kawartha Lakes - 705-324-9320
All Areas Toll-Free: 1-888-779-9916
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Charitable Business Number #12397 6342 RR0001 |
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