Nick and Ryan cooled off in the shade after playing a tough game of pickleball. They enjoyed some refreshments and spent some time enjoying one another's company. |
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Nathan recently went on a delightful walk at Ojibway Park. Afterward, he treated himself to some delicious ice cream. It's never an easy decision choosing which flavour to get! |
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Zina took a moment to enjoy to enjoy the sweet smells of the summer wildflowers and the fresh air at Ruscom Shores Conservation Area. She let herself get lost in the beauty of nature all around her. The colorful flowers and the gentle breeze made for a peaceful and calming afternoon. The conservation area was a perfect escape from the busy everyday life, giving Zina the chance to connect with nature and appreciate its wonders. |
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Celebrating Community Living Essex County's AWESOME Employees! |
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We have the BEST employees, and last week we celebrated all of them with a two-day employee appreciation event at GL Heritage Brewing Company! There was live music by local performer Richard Janik, delicious food from The Hub and veggies from Pure Flavor. Members of our Board of Directors were also in attendance to present length of service milestone awards to many employees celebrating anniversaries, ranging from 10 years to 35 years!
Thank you to everyone who made this event happen and thank you to all of our awesome employees who help us to provide supports to people with an intellectual disability and their families in Essex County!
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A Visit from OASIS CEO, Dr. Robert Walsh |
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On Friday, we welcomed Dr. Robert Walsh to our office in Essex. Dr. Walsh is the new CEO of OASIS, Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special Needs. It was wonderful to sit down and get to know him, and it also gave us the opportunity to talk to him about all of the exciting things happening at Community Living Essex County. |
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Once again Autism Ontario West is highlighting opportunities to meet the summer needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Some articles included this month:
• For ALL ages of individuals with permanent disabilities.
• 1 full admission priced ticket and FREE entry for support person.
• Can be used at participating entertainment, cultural, recreational and sports venues locally and across Canada.
• The Black Accessibility Knowledge (BLAcK Hub)
• Autism Career Connections
• Personal Finance for Autistic Youth and Adults
Stay connected! Reach out to ENSEMBLE for all available resource opportunities that will enhance the lives of your family members with intellectual disabilities and provide you as the caregivers the ability to connect with other families.
Together – ENSEMBLE – will create communities of possibilities that include everyone.
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ENSEMBLE would like to add four additional families to our Family Advisory Committee. We meet for approximately one hour, once a month at Community Living Essex County’s office in Essex.
YOUR PARTICIPATION?
- Give input and ideas to the family consultant and comment on what’s happening.
WHY?
- To guarantee your family voice is heard.
RESULT?
- Your child and family will have a better chance to get supports that are needed.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you!
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Marilyn, Ensemble Family Consultant, and the Advisory Committee
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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, visit our website today or download your membership application using the links below.
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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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THE CLEC MERCH STORE IS NOW OPEN! |
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Order NEW gear while supplies last!
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ONLINE PAYMENT OPTIONS INCLUDE:
VISA - MASTERCARD - PAYPAL - PAYROLL DEDUCTION (CLEC EMPLOYEES)
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How to receive your order:
Once you have placed your order, you will be notified via email when your order is ready for pick-up at Community Living Essex County's Essex Centre office.
IMPORTANT: Please wait for the confirmation email that your order is ready for pick-up before visiting our office.
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Partners 4 Planning
Virtual Ten-Week Session
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P4P Planning Network in partnership with Kelly Casey, will be hosting a ten-week virtual program beginning Monday, September 25 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
This unique program will help you:
• Plan and create your housing vision for the future
• Explore various individualized housing & support models
• Learn about ways you can maximize financial resources
• Discover strategies to help reduce costs
• Identify goals and tasks to begin implementation of your plan
The program will run for 10 weeks each Monday from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. The cost for the series is $1600.00 (HST included) and is an eligible Passport expense. If you are interested in registering for the program please complete THIS FORM.
If you would like to learn more about the workshop, there will also be a series of information sessions on:
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Staying Healthy Throughout the Summer |
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Routine monitoring for West Nile Virus (WNV) has identified one positive mosquito pool in our community. This is the first sign of WNV in Windsor-Essex County this year. Certain types of mosquitoes spread WNV, a potentially serious infection to humans. So far in 2023, no human cases of WNV have been identified in Windsor-Essex County. However, a positive mosquito pool is an indicator that the virus is in our community.
“Windsor and Essex County residents should continue to protect themselves against mosquitoes. This is an important reminder for everyone to remove standing water around our homes and workplaces to prevent mosquito breeding and protect ourselves and our families from mosquito bites,” said Dr. Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. Click the link below to find more information on WNV and prevention from WECHU.
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A must see, FREE live Jazz music event. Bring a lawn chair, bring a picnic, bring the whole family! The next event takes place on August 2nd, at The New Standard at Wigle Park, located at 397 Erie St. E., Windsor. For full event details, please click the link below.
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The 31st Windsor-Essex Pride Fest will take place August 2nd through the 13th. There will be events at various locations throughout Windsor-Essex from August 2nd through the 11th, and the main festival will take place at Lanspeary Park on Ottawa Street in Windsor August 11th through the 13th. Activities will include the official Flag Raising at City Hall, educational workshops, live entertainment, local retail vendors, local food vendors, family-friendly activities, and of course, the annual Pride Fest Parade! Click the link below to access the full event page with all activity dates and times.
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LaSalle Night Markets take place on the last Sunday of the month, now through September from 4 pm to 8 pm at the LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Road. Markets take place rain or shine. Admission is FREE, all are welcome!
Explore the lively marketplace, discover new treasures, and connect with local artisans and businesses. It’s the perfect opportunity to support our community and find something special. Enjoy musical performances at 4pm, 5pm and 7pm by the talented Lauren Baillargeon. You can also experience the incredible martial arts skills of the Warrior-Scholar Kung Fu Academy as they showcase their talent at 6:00 pm. Visit the link below for full event details.
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Whether you’re an experienced paddler or just starting out, this event is open to people of all skill levels in kayaks or on stand-up paddleboards (SUP). Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy a memorable paddle experience with fellow water enthusiasts. Starting at Pelee Wings Nature Store, the destination will be either the picturesque Lake Erie shoreline near Leamington and Point Pelee National Park, or wildlife packed Sturgeon Creek. The cost is $10 if you bring your own kayak or SUP and gear, or $30 to rent. Check out the link below for full event details. |
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Amherstburg's Gone Car Crazy Show |
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Amherstburg’s Gone Crazy Annual Car Show is back for one day only, Sunday July 30th from 10am to 4pm! Hundreds of classic cars of all shapes, sizes, from all different towns/cities and years descend upon the streets of downtown Amherstburg. From Street Rods to Rat Cars, to Muscles Cars and more you won’t want to miss this FREE event.
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Woody Harrelson stars in the hilarious and heartwarming story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, this team can go further than they ever imagined. Streaming now on Prime Video. |
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One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta |
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This is a quick and easy one-pot tomato basil pasta recipe. By cooking the pasta and sauce together, it creates a creamier, more flavourful sauce than traditional pasta recipes. The best part is that it's all cooked in just one pot, which means less cleanup! Plus, you can modify the recipe according to your preferences. |
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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If you could time travel, where would you go?
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I would travel to the past.
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I would travel to the future.
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I wouldn't time travel, I like the present.
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If you be a fictional character for a day, who would it be?
Matilda ~ 16%
Darth Vader ~ 23%
Mulan ~ 2%
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air ~ 16%
Sonic the Hedgehog ~ 11%
Other ~ 14%
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