Karl celebrated his birthday on Friday at the Harlem Globetrotters game at the WFCU Centre! He had so much fun watching the team do all of their tricks. He met some of the team members and even got his picture taken with 'Hot Shot'. Happy Birthday Karl! |
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Last week Max toured a dairy farm and spent time with the cows and baby calves. He is looking forward to returning again for another visit. |
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Saturday, May 6th
As Ensemble continues to support families of adults with intellectual disabilities living at home, we will be offering our next get together in our series: Planning into the Future.
For those who attended Session One, you will continue to use the caregiver binder you have already received. Your group will work together with an Ensemble session leader.
For those attending their FIRST session on May 6th, you will be given the necessary contents for your 'Planning into the Future' binder. Your Ensemble session leader will guide you through your first planning session.
This event will have limited capacity and so it is important to contact the event planner, Marilyn, to register as soon as possible at mgodard@ensembleunderstands.com.
Once your email has been received the final details will be provided to you, including who can attend, where the event will be and what time the event will take place.
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Don’t you need a one stop location where all information regarding your adult family member with intellectual disabilities is located? How will caregivers, in your absence, ensure your family member’s complete daily life is understood and that their life reflects their unique needs?
Register today.
Marilyn, Ensemble Family Consultant and the Volunteer Committee
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When Dawn Dupuis of Essex was eight years old, she began volunteering and lending a helping hand with her grandmother; little did she know that experience would one day come full circle. Dawn’s grandmother was Jean Myles, a Community Living Essex County volunteer who for nearly 40 years dedicated herself to supporting and enhancing opportunities and quality of life for people with an intellectual disability. From serving as President of the Ladies Auxiliary, to her work as a Special Director to our Board of Directors, Jean’s tireless efforts touched the lives of many.
For nearly twenty years, Jean served as Chair of the Ruthven Apple Festival’s popular Farmers Market. As a child, Dawn would help her Grandma Myles at the festival, displaying fresh produce and lending a hand wherever needed. In fact, Grandma Myles encouraged Dawn to develop her own apple pie recipe and, with help from her mother, that pie took 1st place at the festival when she was 12 years old. It’s only fitting that Dawn still uses that same apple pie recipe at her Momma Bears Bakery in Kingsville. While carrying on her Grandma Myles’ spirit of giving back, be sure to visit Dawn at this year’s Ruthven Apple Festival (Sept 30-Oct 1) as she serves up her award-winning Apple Pie at the festival’s Momma Bears Bakery Pie Booth.
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Join Us! Become a Member Today! |
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A strong Community Living Essex County membership consists of people who believe in our philosophy, values, vision, and mission - people who care about the work we do, outcomes for people we support, and the future direction of our organization. Members can make a difference, influence the services we offer people in Essex County, and be champions of inclusive practices and communities.
Passionate about people with intellectual disabilities having opportunities to live a life of their choosing, to receive real pay for real work, to be active members of their community, to achieve their goals and dreams, and to experience full inclusion? Help us become MEMBER STRONG. Submit your membership application today!
In addition to voting rights, members-only publications, and events, we’re offering some new elements this year to members including discounted registration to our major events, discounts on Community Living Essex County branded clothing, and a new discount program at various Essex County businesses. We’ve even added some new benefits for Corporate Members.
Join the Member Strong movement! We’ve got welcome packages ready to send your way.
For more information, download your membership application with this link or visit our website today.
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Help the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Improve by Completing a Short Survey |
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For over 100 years, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has continued to support better health for all. They do this by working with partners to deliver public health programs and services that are relevant and meaningful to you, your family, friends, and neighbours.
Share your thoughts on how they can better promote Health Unit programs and services. The survey should take less than five minutes to complete. Your input will help them improve how they deliver important public health information to Windsor and Essex County residents in the future.
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Journey to Belonging: Choice and Inclusion
Free Webcast
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Join Partners for Planning for a simultaneous French/English presentation about Journey to Belonging: Choice and Inclusion, the Government of Ontario’s plan to reform developmental services. The plan is centred on a vision where people with developmental disabilities are supported by their communities, support networks and government to belong and live inclusive lives, where they are empowered to make choices and live as independently as possible through supports that are person-directed, equitable and sustainable.
Learn more about the plan, progress made since the plan was released in May 2021, and work underway. Have an opportunity to ask your questions in a live Q&A with a Director from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).
Presentation by:
Christine Kuepfer
Director, Implementation and Reporting Branch,
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
April 24th at 7pm
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Intro to the ODSP - Free Webcast |
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If your loved one with a disability requires financial help with basic living expenses, including medical expenses, they could be eligible for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). Understanding how this program works and how to maintain it alongside other financial resources will ensure the person continues to receive this support for as long as he or she may need it.
In this webcast, disability expert & advocate Graeme Treeby provides an introductory overview of the Ontario Disability Support Program.
Topics include:
- How to qualify and apply for ODSP
- Definition of disability under ODSP
- ODSP asset exemptions and regulations
- Employment Supports and how work impacts benefits
Intro to the ODSP is taking place on Wednesday, April 19 at 7:00pm. Click on the link below to register.
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The PMO Report is a monthly update from the Project Management Office for the New Windsor/Essex Acute Care Hospital Project.
In this edition, the pace of planning is increasing steadily, and the community is invited to get an update at an upcoming town hall. Also, a look at how Indigenous community partners are helping to shape the new hospital and identify barriers to existing services.
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Community Living Ontario's
Light Up the Future Bursary
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The 2023 Anne Stafford Light Up the Future Bursary is now accepting applications until Friday, May 26th at 5pm EDT!
This Bursary is available to all Ontario residents aged 18 and older who identify as having an intellectual disability and are seeking to pursue an educational program or personal interest course. Awards of up to $1,000 per person are granted to help recipients get closer to achieving their goals.
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Save the Date for Our 2023 Charity Golf Classic! |
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We Are Hiring and We Need Your Help! |
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Career Compass Employer Referral Program |
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CC’s Events 9th Annual Spring Extravaganza at The WFCU Centre is April 15th & 16th!
They will be filling up the three rooms in the centre: sports gym, banquet hall, and leisure gym with 100 of your favourite vendors.
Find one of a kind unique gifts for Mother's Day, Father's Day, teacher gifts or something for yourself. Admission is free, but a donation to aid local high school breakfast programs is greatly appreciated.
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Visit the Eid Market Bazaar. Face painting, Henna designs, clothes, gifts, delicious sweets and much more will be available. Taking place on April 16th at Fogolar hall at 1800 North Service Road East in Windsor. Free entry for everyone. From 11:30 am to 1 am before suhoor, you are all welcome.
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Dance 100
Dance 100 is a competition on Netflix where eight talented choreographers battle it out to become the best and win $100,000. Every episode, the routines will grow in size and scope! Many of the Dance 100 choreographers connect their participation in the competition to their personal and professional goals. Who will win – when the contestants are also the judges? One season is streaming on Netflix.
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Strawberry BBQ Chicken Club Sandwich with Bacon, Avocado and Goat Cheese
Grilled chicken club sandwiches in a sweet, spicy and smoky roasted strawberry BBQ sauce with bacon, cool and creamy avocado and tangy goat cheese.
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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What is your go-to spring colour to wear when the weather warms up?
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What is your favourite Easter Candy?
Easter Creme Eggs ~ 18.9%
Jellybeans ~ 9.4%
Chocolate Bunny ~ 18.9%
Peeps ~ 5.7%
Mini Eggs ~ 47.2%
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