
December 19
Santa's visit to Extend-A-Family
December 6 and 8, Santa Claus made his way from the north pole to spend some time with EAFWR. What a great couple of days it was. For so many […]
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December 6 and 8, Santa Claus made his way from the north pole to spend some time with EAFWR. What a great couple of days it was. For so many […]
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December 2
When reflecting on citizenship, as a parent of children with disabilities, I feel bewildered. I’m struck immediately with a dissonance of meanings. Shall I write about what citizenship is supposed […]
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November 29
Fernando is a drummer. He is also a dad who has a teenage son with autism. Having a child with autism can be a very lonely and isolating experience. There […]
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November 21
On Wednesday, September 25 we had our first annual Match Celebration. We honoured workers and the individuals they support that have been matched for 5 years or more. We had […]
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September 26
It was fall of 2012 when I met Theresa for the first time. I was told that I was going to see a cheerful person who loves going outdoors. Yes, […]
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