This Week's Possibilities Newsletter is Here

Catching Up Over Breakfast

Earlier this week Arthur and Wes enjoyed breakfast at their local Tim Hortons. Wes read the newspaper and Arthur was happy to bump into an old friend.

Ensemble: A Wealth of Information

Looking for information? Caring for someone with a disability? The Ensemble website houses an extensive library of resources. We’ve got information regarding accessibility, advocacy, children and youth services, disability legislation, education, financial resources, housing, planning services and much more.

Want to talk? Reach out to us. We’re here to help.

Olivia, Jessica, and the Ensemble Committee

Call or email Ensemble

ensemble@communitylivingessex.org 519-776-6483, extension 225

Click Here to Visit the Ensemble Website

Essex Fun Fest Sip 'n Shop Mixer

Get your tickets now for the Essex Fun Fest Sip 'n Shop Mixer - a fun, social evening supporting Community Living Essex County, EPIC Wineries, and local businesses. Thursday, July 7^th from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm, come out and sample some wine, do a little shopping, and support a great cause. The Essex Fun Fest will donate $10 of every $30 ticket sold to Community Living Essex County!

Tickets purchased in advance are $30 and include: admission, souvenir branded wine tumbler for the first 500 through the gates, 3 wine samplings, 1 glass of wine, light food, live entertainment, and a chance to win numerous door prizes to be drawn throughout the evening.

The Essex Fun Fest has lined up several Essex Centre businesses who will be participating vendors, as well as 6 EPIC wineries, including Coopers Hawk Vineyards, Vin Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Viewpointe Estate Wineries, Colchester Ridge Estate Winery, and Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery.

Click Here to Order Your Tickets

Volunteers Needed for

30th Annual Golf Tournament

We're looking for volunteers to help out at our Charity Golf Classic, next Thursday, July 14^th.

Spend a fun day with us at Sutton Creek Golf Club volunteering in one of the following areas:

Golf hole spotters from 11am to 3pm. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, say hello to the golfers, and watch for a hole in one or closest to the pin. Chairs will be provided.
Help with our putting contest and golfer registration

All volunteers will receive a complimentary lunch and dinner.

Please contact Tony DeSantis at tony@communitylivingessex.org or call 519-776-6483, ext 246

Charity Golf Classic Returns for 2022!

Not Many Spots Left! Register Today!

Join us on Thursday, July 14^th as we return to the links and celebrate our 30^thAnnual Charity Golf Classic at one of Essex County’s finest golf courses, Sutton Creek Golf Club in Essex. For the past 29 years, Community Living Essex County has played host to our annual Charity Golf Classic. All proceeds from the Community Living Essex County Charity Golf Classic are directed towards supports and services available to more than 700 people with an intellectual disability and their families throughout Essex County.

Contact Tony DeSantis at tony@communitylivingessex.org or 519-776-6483 ext 246 for more info or sponsorship opportunities.

Click Here to Register for the Golf Tournament

Calling All Youth, Allies and Supporters!

What is activism? What does it take to be a youth activist? How do you get involved in youth activism? If you’d like answers to these questions, Community Living Ontario's next webinar, taking place July 13^th, is calling your name!

Join CLO for their final DISRUPT! session for the summer to connect with other like-minded youth about the ups and downs of standing up for youth’s rights. Their inspiring team of youth advisors will teach you the ins and outs of youth activism and help you kickstart your leadership journey!

Click Here to Register

Survey - CAMH Wants to Help Make Government Communications Easier to Understand

If you have a developmental disability, work in the developmental sector, or are a family caregiver, complete the below survey to help the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) understand how to communicate government information so everyone can understand it.

The survey is available in English, French, and Inuktitut. You can fill the survey out online, on paper, or by telephone. All respondents are eligible to enter a raffle for a prize. For more information, contact CAMH at AIIDD@camh.ca or 437-328-6761.

Click Here to Complete Survey in English

Click Here to Complete Survey in French

Click Here to Complete Survey in Inuktitut

Essex Fun Fest

Four days of great food, music and family fun!

Thursday, July 7^th admission into park is FREE!
Friday, July 8^th and Saturday, July 9^th admission fee is $7 for 13 years of age or older.
Sunday, July 10^th admission fee is $7 for 13 years of age or older, seniors 65 years of age or older are FREE courtesy of Stephanie Winger Realtor.

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Community Living Day with the Argos

On August 6^th, at BMO Field in Toronto, celebrate Community Living Day with the Argos!

The Argos are pleased to host Community Living Day 2022. Up to $10 per ticket will be donated to the Anne Stafford Light up the Future Bursary Fund supporting youth pursuing further education!

For accessible seating or groups of 10+, contact Jason at Jason.Cullen@mlse.com or call 416-815-5937.

Click Here to Get Your Tickets

Positive Thoughts

Binge Worthy Series

The Terminal List

A former Navy SEAL officer investigates why his entire platoon was ambushed during a high-stakes covert mission. One season streaming on Prime.

Recipe of the Week

Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwiches

This bold chicken salad is perfect for summertime picnics. Each bite is infused with creamy poppy seed dressing, crunchy pecans, and sweet strawberries.