April 11
“Lost time is never found again” –Benjamin Franklin With all due respect to Mr. Franklin, with the assistance of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region’s Respite program, lost time can potentially be found […]
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April 9
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
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
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 […]
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March 7
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 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
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 […]
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December 21
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 […]
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December 3
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 […]
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December 1
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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