Silvie and Kelly recently had a really fun day! They hopped onto a boat and made their way over to Peche Island. While they were there, they explored the island and checked out the beach. The best part was when they stopped to enjoy a beautiful picnic lunch. The sun was shining as they enjoyed the view, the company and their meal. It was a great adventure and made for a very memorable day. |
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Mickey McCarthy loves Harley Davidson motorcycles. Last year, he attended the Hogs for Hospice event and watched all the bikes with an incredible amount of enthusiasm from the street in his home town. This year, Mickey did not want to only watch the event, he wanted to be in the event. After much preparation and his family's blessing, Mickey did just that. He connected with a support worker in our agency, Melissa Knight and made a game plan. Mickey himself raised $417.00 in donations for the event. Quite an achievement. With so much excitement, Mickey took the long ride around the county on the back of Jackie's bike. His family and support staff are so proud of him. |
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Nick and Hayden recently took a day trip to Niagara Falls! They were able to get up close to the amazing waterfall and snap a picture together. They spent the rest of their time checking out the local attractions and enjoyed a delicious lunch at Chucks Roadhouse – yum! They saw lots of cool things and had a great time together. It was a day full of excitement and laughs at Niagara Falls. |
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- Paid Caregiver Realities - |
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Finding qualified paid caregivers for our family members living with disabilities is an international dilemma. For families that include marginalized populations, the search is even more dire. You can click the link following to read an interesting editorial recently posted in Detroit Free Press titled Agency Overcomes Caregiver Barriers. It highlights other sources to find possible support workers. We as families, depend on supports like Community Living Essex County to provide us with support worker leads. It is always important for families to share possible untapped sources. |
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Together -ENSEMBLE- we can find supports that provide maximum positive outcomes if we continue to work collaboratively. |
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Ensemble, as the voice of families, is happy to announce that once again, a series of free, Unpaid Caregiver Appreciation social events, will be offered on a first come first served basis. These events will be starting in Fall 2023. Stay tuned as specific events and dates will be featured in future Possibilities newsletters.
“Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller
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Happy end of summer days!
Marilyn, Ensemble Family Consultant and the Advisory Committee
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Join us for a Belonging Circle |
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The Ruthven Apple Festival is back! We can't wait to see you at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens on September 30 and October 1! Get ready for a weekend full of family friendly attractions and activities, including 100+ craft & food vendors, live entertainment, farmers' market, apple pies, a car show and more!
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Join us and Become an E-Bingo Volunteer! |
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Community Living Essex County is looking for volunteers for our e-bingo volunteer shifts at Breakaway Gaming Centre in Windsor. The proceeds raised from e-bingo helps Community Living Essex County to purchase fuel and maintain vehicles for people with an intellectual disability that we support to get to and from work, volunteer opportunities and participate in leisure activities throughout Essex County. Check out our video to learn more and then email tony@communitylivingessex.org to sign up!
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Post COVID-19 Condition Survey |
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Statistics Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada have launched the Canadian Health and COVID-19 Survey. There was an email sent out recently, encouraging the participation in the Canadian Health and COVID-19 Survey, focusing on Post COVID-19 Condition (PCC) or "long COVID." The survey aims to gather information on the long-term effects of COVID-19 and will be used to plan a provincial PCC response. Participation is voluntary, and the collected information will be confidential and used for statistical purposes only. The Ontario Ministry of Health is collaborating with Statistics Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada to ensure Ontario-specific data is collected, particularly from populations most impacted by PCC. |
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You can find more information about the following bye clicking the links below:
The survey will remain open until August 29, 2023. For any questions related to the survey, recipients are advised to contact SPB.PCIRB@ontario.ca.
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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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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 pm - 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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It is important to wear the proper helmet when cycling, inline skating and skateboarding. The additional cushioning in a helmet could save your life. In bicycle mishaps, the forehead usually makes first contact with the ground. With skateboarding, falls are more common and helmets are specifically designed to protect more of the back of the head. Unlike bicycle helmets, skateboard headgear is also designed to protect against multiple falls, whereas bicycle helmets should be replaced after one crash. This is why it is not only important to wear a helmet but, to wear the proper helmet. Click below to learn more from the Canada Safety Council. |
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The Mill St. Market will take place on Friday, August 18th from 5 pm to 10 pm. Enjoy tasty street food, drinks, and live music while shopping for unique handmade arts and crafts on Mill Street in Leamington. It is a special night market experience that you won't want to miss! Admission is free, but donations are welcome since the event supports a charitable organization, the Leamington Art Centre. If you have any questions, visit the link below or email coordinator@leamingtonartscentre.com. |
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Pillette Village Street Sale |
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The Pillette Village Street Sale is back with over 40 street vendors! This event will be held on Saturday, August 19th from 9 am to 2 pm, at 4400 to 4900 Wyandotte Street East. Don't miss out! Visit the link below to view the official event website.
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Experience a captivating showcase of street rods, muscle cars, vintage, classic, custom, collector, and special interest cars on Friday, August 18th from 1 pm to 9 pm at the Rendezvous at Riverfront Festival Plaza. The Ouellette Car Cruise honours Windsor's rich automotive heritage, uniting car enthusiasts and the community through a thrilling car parade from 6 PM to 9 PM, taking cruisers on a journey across the city. Click the link below for more event details.
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Get ready for a night out with food trucks, cool exotic cars, and a movie under the open sky at McAuliffe Park in Tecumseh. This FREE event takes place on Friday, August 18th from 6 pm - 8 pm and is packed with fun for all ages. Enjoy delicious food while grooving to live music, explore an impressive collection of exotic cars from Windsor Exotic Car Club, and make sure to grab your blanket or lawn chair for a cozy movie screening outdoors in the park.
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Mark your calendars for an exciting day on Saturday, August 19th from 11 am to 10 pm. Experience Dropped on Drouillard, a vibrant urban street and culture festival right in the heart of Ford City, the only one of its kind in Windsor. This dynamic event is jam-packed with activities like mural painting, live music, a classic car show, and a variety of local vendors to explore. Get ready for a lively street closure along Drouillard Rd., featuring iconic Ford City businesses on Whelpton St. It's your chance to immerse yourself in art, music, and local flavors in Windsor's cherished neighborhood. Don't miss out at the venue on Drouillard Road, 1055 Drouillard Road, Windsor. Click the link below for more details.
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Open Streets in Kingsville |
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Open Streets in Downtown Kingsville will take place during the summer on Saturdays from 5 pm - 10 pm. A portion of Main St. and Division are closed to cars to allow Kingsville businesses to expand their patios into the street. Open Streets is dependent on weather.
Special theme nights:
August 19 – Bike Rodeo and 'Things That Move' theme.
August 26 – Street and Glow Party theme.
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Canadian Transport Museum & Heritage Village Escape Room |
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Canadian Transport Museum & Heritage Village is hosting their first ever escape room. This event will take place on August 19th and 20th from 1 pm – 8 pm. Teams of up to five people must hurry to solve the mystery of the kidnapped storekeeper and his son before time runs out. Sessions run every hour and a half and space is limited. Please be aware that teams smaller than five people may end up sharing their time slot with another group unless you contact the museum. Tickets are $15.00 per person and can only be purchased through Eventbrite or by contacting the museum.
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This is one of the most common grounding techniques, it helps you become aware of your surroundings, and your body’s relationship to them, anchoring you to the present moment.
5 things you see - Describe them in detail, either aloud or to yourself: What colour are they? Are there any cracks, scratches, little flaws? Any interesting little details?
4 things you can touch - Take a moment to feel the things on and around you. Are they cold to the touch, or warm? Soft or rough? What kind of textures are they?
3 things you can hear - Just listen. Can you hear your breathing slowing down? Any white or background noise - perhaps the humming of appliances?
2 things you can smell - What does your skin smell like? Your clothes? The objects you just touched? Are there any subtle scents in the air?
1 thing you can taste - Maybe you can still taste the last thing you ate or drank - are they still lingering? Imagine tastes you enjoy.
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Coping with anxiety and finding techniques that work for you can be a long and difficult process or habit to get into. Use the phone numbers above as needed, and remember to always call 911 in emergency situations.
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Down For Love is a five-part docuseries from New Zealand that follows a number of people with Down syndrome as they either look for love and go on dates or are already in a relationship and try to figure out what their futures are. Streaming now on Netflix. |
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Everything Bagel Seasoning |
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This homemade everything bagel seasoning recipe is easy and cheap to make. It uses only six ingredients and takes five minutes to make; a perfect topping for avocado, bagels, salads, eggs, and more. A little sprinkle will take your dishes and snacks to the next level! |
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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What other CLEC branded items would you be interested in purchasing?
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Do you plan to continue to use the app formally known as Twitter, now X?
Yes, I will continue to use and pay for it. ~ 2%
Yes, I will continue to use it, but not if I have to pay for it. ~ 20%
No, I have/will be switching to Threads. ~ 5%
No, I use other social media apps. ~ 62%
No, I do not use social media at all. ~ 11%
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