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For more than a century, the Olympic Games have united communities worldwide, promoting fitness, sports participation, and the core values of teamwork and dedication. These values align with Canada's mission to create a better and more equitable future for all Canadians.
Over the next two weeks, more than 330 athletes will represent Team Canada across 28 sports, from swimming and track and field to table tennis. With their exceptional athleticism, sportsmanship, and talent, these athletes will not only solidify their legacies but also inspire the next generation of Canadians. Special congratulations to Maude Charron and Andre De Grasse, who served as Team Canada’s flag bearers at the Opening Ceremony. Having both won gold medals for our country, they carried our flag with pride. Let’s rally behind our Team Canada athletes as they proudly wear the Maple Leaf and make history. Best of luck to all of them. Click the link below to see Canada's official up-to-date medal count.
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Neal is a Detroit Tigers fan, while the support staff likes the Toronto Blue Jays. Although Neal has attended many baseball games in Detroit, he has never been to the Rogers Centre to watch a game. He and the support staff decided to go to the Rogers Centre to see their teams compete. Neal was excited to watch his team defeat the Toronto Blue Jays and was more than happy to finally put this rivalry to rest. | |
Last Friday, Seth, John, Darlene, Kyle, and Mary Ellen enjoyed a picnic lunch at the river in Windsor and then embarked on a 2-hour boat tour to see the new bridge being built. | |
Recently, Tony and Karl visited Park's Blueberries. They had a great time picking blueberries and browsing the shop's wide selection of delicious treats. They really enjoyed the desserts they purchased and are very excited to make some blueberry jam. | |
Wes recently enjoyed a Brownie Extreme Sundae at the iconic Dairy Freez and is looking forward to returning soon. | |
Last week, Darcy, Dave, Lothar, and Ken visited Greenview Aviaries. Darcy had the chance to see one of his favorite animals, the tiger. Dave was thrilled by the skunks, while Ken enjoyed watching the zebras. | |
Rosie has recently started working at Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill in Essex. She has been busy cleaning many surfaces in the kitchen, as well as portioning various foods! Way to go Rosie on your new employment! | |  |
Kent's Recipe for Success | Kent recently completed a Youth in Action work placement with Armando's Pizza in Amherstburg. He worked hard doing kitchen prep and got a chance to perfect his pizza-making skills. Great job, Kent! | | |
Pictured from left to right: Heather Hannigan, Karen Bolger, Minister Michael Parsa, Scott McLeod, and Tammy Gagnier. | |
Earlier this week, The Honourable Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, paid a visit to one of our support locations in Belle River. During his visit, the Minister had the chance to interact with people directly affected by his policies, observe the dedicated efforts of our staff in improving the quality of life for those they support, and gain a richer perspective on the essential services our agency offers. He was highly engaged, asking many questions and showing keen interest throughout the visit. | |
Employee Appreciation Event | |
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On July 24th and July 25th, Community Living Essex County hosted a two-day Employee Appreciation Event, which celebrated the dedication and hard work of all employees. The events, organized by the agency’s Wow! Factor Committee, took place at Wolfhead Distillery in Amherstburg and included live entertainment by renowned local artist Richard Janik. Those in attendance enjoyed delicious food and drinks, games, raffle prizes, and above all, a lively atmosphere filled with appreciation and camaraderie. Milestone recipients (with 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and even 35 years of service to the agency) were also celebrated and presented with their length of service awards by members of our Board of Directors. Recognizing these milestone achievements are important to our agency, as it speaks to the commitment and impact that our amazing employees make on the lives of those we support.
To our direct support workers, our employees in administration, finance, and human resources - we want to thank you for the incredible work that you do to inspire possibilities every day!
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New Day - Speaking Out Conference | |
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New Day, Leaders of Today are proud to be assisting with the upcoming Speaking Out Conference. This conference is for people with intellectual disabilities affiliated with Community Living organizations. The conference will host up to 180 self advocates who take the lead in facilitating workshops on a variety of topics. It gives people an opportunity to connect with many different people throughout Ontario.
Every year gifts of door prizes enhance the conference experience and New Day always attempts to collect enough door prizes for every participant. If you can contribute a door prize or know a business who would be interested in helping, please email New Day at newday@communitylivingessex.org.
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New Day Summer Movie Event | |
New Day is hosting a summer movie event on Wednesday, August 7th, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Essex Centre in Board Room A. Admission is only $5.00, and a snack and beverage are included. To reserve your spot, please email newday@communitylivingessex.org. | |
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AWARENESS and ACCEPTANCE
How often, as lifelong caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities, have we seen advertisements in print and multimedia praising services for those with disabilities? Have you ever noticed the demographics represented? Seniors! Those with medical issues! Those with physical disabilities! Many of these conditions are acquired as a result of aging, meaning their disabilities aren’t lifelong.
Is there recognition for individuals who face challenges from birth? These challenges may be physical, mental, intellectual, medical, or a combination of these. Their disabilities shape their entire lives.
Planning to maximize daily opportunities for growth starts at birth. To fully embrace community life, many doors need to be opened.
A pleasure that so many of us enjoy is dining somewhere other than at home. For those with disabilities, going out for lunch or dinner often involves pre planning. Is the destination accessible? Is the atmosphere welcoming? Are the lighting and noise levels tolerable? Depending on the individual, there could be any number of other considerations.
I found it refreshing to read an article published by the Canadian restaurant industry on www.restobiz.ca.
8 Ways to Welcome Restaurant Guests With Disabilities
There are the usual obvious suggestions but others highlighted, show that there is an increasing awareness of challenges facing those with disabilities - no matter their age 15% of Canadians have some kind of disability.
Highlighted things for restaurant employees to be aware of:
- ask before helping
- communicate with awareness and sensitivity
- choose your words carefully
- fulfill special requests willingly
- welcome those with disabilities on your website
Warm sunny days invite us to enjoy the great outdoors. If your outdoor adventures include a restaurant experience, it is to be hoped that the staff you encounter try their best to welcome, understand, and communicate with you.
BON APPÉTIT 🌞
Marilyn Ensemble Family Consultant and the Advisory Committee
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In-Person Workshop: Building Brighter Futures | |
Join us on Monday, August 19th 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a FREE youth workshop hosted by Re:Action4inclusion, Community Living Windsor, and Community Living Essex County. During this event, there will be three educational workshops for youth focusing on: Mindfulness, Inclusive Education, and Mental Health in the Workplace. Through several interactive activities and discussions with passionate guest speakers, youth will discover strategies for taking care of their mental health at home, school, and in the workplace. They will also discuss the meaning of inclusive education and learn how they can help foster more inclusive schools and communities. This event is for youth between the ages of 13-29 of all abilities. We are also extending the invitation to family members of youth who are attending the event. If you have any questions, please contact Leshona Lennard, Youth and Community Engagement Coordinator with Community Living Ontario, at llennard@communitylivingontario.ca. | |
Career Compass Employer Referral Program | |
Order Your CLEC Merchandise Today! | |
Check out the latest offerings in our Community Living Essex County store! CLEC employees have the option of paying for items via Employee Payroll Deduction. Simply use the code EMPLOYEE and include your employee number when placing your order. | |
Please note: ODSP has increased rates in July 2024. The change will be reflected on the July 2024 ODSP Statement of Deposit. | |
Come out to Optimist Memorial Park on Thursday, August 1st, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for an evening of music with the legendary Coffee House Combo, one of Windsor's favourite jazz bands. You can find them near the pavilion and the playground on the west side of the park. Bring your lawn chairs, invite your friends, and pack a picnic! | |
Canada's Circus Spectacular | |
Returning to Canada after a multi-year hiatus, the all-star Canada’s Circus Spectacular is back on the road! This circus event is complete with all the tasty circus treats available at the concession stand. The show aims to be an adaption of the classic circus with a modern twist. Canada’s Circus Spectacular boasts an international entertaining cast of comical clowns, spellbinding aerialists, and dare-devil motorcyclists. Don’t miss the fun on Sunday, August 4th at the WFCU Centre. Click the button below to purchase tickets. | |
Hogs for Hospice is a 3-day motorcycle rally to raise awareness and funds for the Erie Shores Hospice. This Rally will include vendors from across Southern Ontario, live entertainment, a custom bike show, a heritage bike show, a custom car show, as well as an organized registered ride showcasing the Essex County Area (Point Pelee National Park, Shoreline, Wineries, etc.) General Admission is free. Concert and Registered Ride Tickets have admission/registration fees. Click the link below to visit the event website, purchase concert tickets, and to register for “Tour the Tip” ride. | |
Jazz Age Jubilee: Emancipation Celebration Gala | |
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum’s annual Emancipation Celebration Dinner and Dance is happening Friday, August 2nd. This year’s event will honour E. Andrea Moore with the Legacy Hero Award for her dedication to the community, the Museum and the preservation of history. There will also be a musical performance by Trading Places, a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Click the button below to purchase tickets or call 519-736-5433. | |
Second Chance Animal Rescue Yard Sale | |
Join Second Chance Animal Rescue of Windsor-Essex County for their annual yard sale on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at 1780 Overland St., Windsor. All yard sale items are sold by donation with all proceeds going to the rescue to support vet costs, food, transportation, and supplies. Sales will be cash only. | |
Amherstburg Open Air Weekends | |
Amherstburg's Open Air Weekends events run from Friday at 3:00 p.m. until Sunday at 8:00 p.m. in the downtown core of Amherstburg. Find everything you need at the Open Air streets from craft beer, gourmet popcorn, cotton candy, frozen yogurt, gelato, baked goods to ice cream, satisfy your long awaited craving for delicious drinks and desserts from your favorite Amherstburg eateries. Shop Amherstburg’s amazing local businesses for clothes, accessories, home décor, jewelry, shoes, candles, classic and new author books and more! | |
A decadent fruit dessert with a luscious custard filling and tangy cream cheese topping, these rhubarb bars are about to become your new favorite. | |
This is the ultimate craft when it comes to recycling! This DIY bracelet is actually pretty cute, too. You can also use colorful ribbons or strings in place of hemp. Just don't forget to save those soda can tabs! Click the button below to view the tutorial. | |
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What does your ideal breakfast consist of?
Just coffee/tea - 16.1%
Eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns, toast - 57.1%
Pancakes/waffles & syrup, fruit - 10.7%
A bowl of cereal - 5.4%
I don't do breakfast - 10.7%
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