Cassie has had a goal of adopting a cat for a very, very long time. First, she planned to complete a few important action steps, before moving forward with the adoption process. Cassie is proud to share that she has achieved her ultimate goal of owning a pet cat!
This picture shows Cassie, all smiles with her new cat “Baby Girl”.
Although Cassie and “Baby Girl” are still getting to know one another, you can already tell “Baby” is a perfect feline companion.
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Check out Louis' first harvest from his garden! Earlier this week he picked these cucumbers and even enjoyed some as a snack! |
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Spotlight On Transformation |
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People supported by Community Living Essex County in our residential supports have been enjoying summer fun in the beautiful sunshine and warm weather. When the province entered Step 3 and Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services restrictions lessened, it gave more opportunities for people to spend time with their friends, families, and getting back to favourite activities in the community.
From enjoying patio time, to exciting day trips, birthday parties, and exploring new parts of Windsor-Essex and beyond, it’s been a privilege to support people through the reopening.
Though rising cases and positivity rates demonstrate the need for continued vigilance, rediscovering social opportunities has brought much joy. Summer 2021 will be remembered as a bright spot when retelling the story of support during the pandemic.
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Parenting An Individual With a Disability
Is Like a Marathon
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As fall fast approaches, new opportunities are on the horizon: in class learning and expanded community interactions for our family members young and old.
As families of individuals with developmental disabilities, remember, you don’t need to win, just make it to the end!
Please take the time to enjoy the link below and celebrate a new season brimming with promise.
Welcome Back!
Ensemble Advisory Committee Volunteer Families
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Join Us For A Virtual Celebration! |
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Join us for our 60th Anniversary Virtual Celebration, taking place LIVE on Zoom! Take a walk down memory lane, hear from guest speakers, and share in the excitement as we look back at 60 years of inspiring possibilities at Community Living Essex County!
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Your Last Chance to Order Your Tickets! |
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Don't forget to order your tickets for our 60 for 60 Anniversary Raffle Draw, which will take place during our Virtual 60th Anniversary celebrations on September 9th!
There are only 4,000 tickets available, so be sure to order your raffle tickets before we sell out. Raffle tickets are $25 each or three tickets for $60. Ticket sales will continue until Labour Day, September 6th.
The 60 for 60 Anniversary Raffle has an outstanding line-up of prizes including a Grand Prize of $10,000 cash, sixty $60 dollar gift cards from a variety of local restaurants, retailers and services from across Essex County and a Travel Gift Package valued at $1,400.
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Take a break from the heat and summer and come out to support New Day’s fundraiser! The KONA ICE truck will be parked at Foodland in Essex at 191 Talbot St. S. on Friday, August 27th from 2pm-7pm. A percentage of each sale will be donated to New Day. Enjoy a frozen beverage while supporting New Day at the same time!
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You Could Win Prizes If You're Fully Vaccincated |
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The City of Windsor and County of Essex have launched a new initiative aimed to incentivize people to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in Windsor Essex, and to show gratitude to all those who have already rolled up their sleeves.
The WEVaxToWin campaign is being funded through a $200,000 commitment by both the City of Windsor and the County of Essex and includes prizes such as property tax holidays, rental fee holidays, staycation packages, post secondary tuition breaks, and PlayStation game consoles.
The lottery is open to residents of the City of Windsor and the County of Essex who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and features a graduated prize structure that unlocks bigger and better prizes when the community achieves specific vaccination milestones.
To receive one entry into the contest, eligible residents must enter the contest online, provide proof of residency in the City of Windsor or County of Essex and provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
The first random draw will occur on October 1st, 2021, and organizers say subsequent draws will then follow in regular intervals until all prizes are awarded.
Here’s what you could win:
- Property tax relief: a 2022 “property tax holiday” prize is awarded on a “household basis” if each vaccination-eligible individual residing at the residence has been fully vaccinated
- Rental accommodation relief: a 2022 “rental fee holiday” prize is similarly awarded on a “household basis” if each vaccination-eligible individual residing at the residence has been fully vaccinated
- Each of the property tax and the rental fee prizes are for the value of property taxes or rental accommodations up to $10,000.
- staycation packages
- post secondary tuition breaks
- PlayStation game consoles
- recreation passes
- municipal parking passes
Registration opens Wednesday, September 1st, 2021, and ends upon the last draw. Draw dates and a full list of prizes will be updated weekly on WEVaxToWin.ca.
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Virtual Information Session
School Reopening Guidelines
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The Windsor Essex Local Immigration Partnership, in partnership with the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is pleased to bring to you an educational opportunity to learn about the latest changes to the COVID-19 school reopening guidelines.
This session will include changes to class dismissal practices and isolation requirements. The COVID-19 in Schools - Refresher Education session will be held virtually on Thursday, September 9th from 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
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There is something satisfying about playing with silly putty. You can spend hours molding, squishing, and stretching those little balls of silly putty. |
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What You’ll Need:
1 1/2 tsp. Baking Soda
- 1 tsp. Contact Solution
- 4 Ounces Elmer’s White School Glue
- Orange Food Coloring Gel
What You’ll Do:
- Find a plastic bowl you can throw away to mix your Silly Putty in.
- Pour out the entire contents of a 4 ounce Elmer’s White School Glue into the bowl.
- Add 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and stir.
- Add Orange Food Coloring Gel, stir, and keep adding until you reach your desired color.
- Add 1 teaspoon Contact Solution and stir until Silly Putty forms and begins to get harder to mix.
- Take the Silly Putty out and begin kneading with both of your hands.
- Enjoy! When done playing with Silly Putty, place in a ziplock bag, seal, and place in the refrigerator. The Silly Putty should last several days.
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Monkeys with a Typewriter Theatre Company presents Spirits of Sandwich Walking Ghost Tour Summer Edition – a tour through Old Sandwich Towne! Take a walk through Old Sandwich Towne with a sinister host who will point out various locations that are said to be haunted and share with you some of the tales that have been told about them.
The tour begins at the parking lot of MacKenzie Hall Cultural Centre, 3277 Sandwich Street (corner of Sandwich St. and Brock St.) at 8:30 pm, Saturday, August 28th and Saturday, September 4th.
The tour will adhere to the COVID-19 safety guidelines and restrictions that are in effect at the time the tour is being conducted.
Pay what you can - Pass the Hat!
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Art by the River, is held annually the weekend before Labour Day weekend, and it is the major fundraiser for the Gibson Gallery. This festival, first held in 1967, is Essex County's original arts and crafts show. It has grown into an end of summer tradition in Amherstburg, attracting 170 artists and artisans from across Ontario. This year will be the 54th year of this event!
August 28th & 29th, 2021, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada, 100 Laird Avenue Amherstburg
$5.00 admission - children 12 & under enter free when accompanied by an adult.
NO PETS please-working animals ONLY allowed on site.
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Motel Makeover
Amid project pitfalls and a pandemic, besties-turned-business partners bring their design magic to a rundown Sauble Beach motel and revamp it into a go-to getaway. Now streaming on Netflix.
Fun fact: One of the stars of this reality show, Sarah Sklash, is originally from Essex County!
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Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups
What could be better than wonton cups stuffed with a cheesy jalapeno popper dip? Everyone goes crazy for jalapeno poppers and these little nibbles are no exception!
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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The Ruthven Apple Festival has gone virtual again for 2021! What did you enjoy most last year?
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August 19 is National Potato Day. How do you like your potatoes?
Mashed ~ 25%
French Fries ~ 42.9%
Loaded potato skins ~ 5.6%
Baked with all the fixings ~ 17.9%
Au Gratin, the cheesier the better ~ 10.7%
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