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April 9

Taking a step forward in true citizenship – The Walker

We often see success as forward movement or accomplishing a goal. However, when that is our primary definition we miss the opportunity to meet someone where they’re at and listen […]

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March 26

A goal to contribute to her community

At 22 years-old, Christine and her family found themselves with a problem – a problem that is unfortunately all too common. Christine had finished secondary school life-skills and had nowhere […]

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March 22

Through change, opportunity can happen

Sometimes when change happens, it can offer an incredible opportunity. For more than three decades, Dean has been connected to Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. In that time, we have had the […]

From the DSO – Bill 148 Funding thumbnail

March 7

From the DSO – Bill 148 Funding

Important information from Developmental Services Ontario, found at: http://www.dsontario.ca/news/bill-148-funding/ Bill 148 Funding On November 22, 2017, the government passed legislation that includes a variety of new protections for workers and an […]

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February 13

Together in the Kitchen – Group Cooking for All Ages

Together in the Kitchen – Group Cooking for All Ages Let’s get cooking! Join Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, Stanley Park Community Association and the City of Kitchener in this FREE cooking […]

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January 12

Bill 148 – funding for Special Services at Home

With Bill 148 – Fair Workplace, Better Jobs Act coming into effect on January 1, 2018, there’s somethings Special Services at Home families should know. If you are currently served […]

Info Night: Bill 148 – Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act thumbnail

December 21

Info Night: Bill 148 – Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act

You’re invited to learn how Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act can affect people with disabilities and their families. On November 27, 2017, Bill 148, The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs […]

December 3

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Today, as the United Nations’ observe International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we will be raising our glasses to good work and community that is building belonging for all. Each […]

The Magic of Building a Community Where Everyone Belongs Starts With You thumbnail

December 1

The Magic of Building a Community Where Everyone Belongs Starts With You

Dear friend of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR) began as a way to build community, and that desire still fuels our work everyday. For over 30 years, […]

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November 13

How to build a beer for your community

Start with a big idea – maybe something that connects two drastically different worlds. Then start having conversations. Lots of them. And discover along the way that the two worlds […]

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