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Enhanced Day Program Open House

Where: 81 Curlew Street, Toronto Units 1400-1630
When: March 6, 2012 from 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

The open house will include a tour of the facility, an outline of what a typical day would be like for clients, a review of the application process and a question and answer period.

All individuals regardless of the complexities of their needs, including those with complex behaviours will not be turned away from Enhanced Day Program.

RSVP edayprogram@gmail.com or 416-805-2871. Visit www.edayprogram.com for more information.

Facilitation Leadership Workshop – Building a NEW STORY

A New Story is emerging across Canada. Part of this story involves the creation of individualized supports and strengthening communities through the presence and participation of all citizens. Come and join us to learn and practice how to facilitate the New Story with people who need and want support to participate. February 21, 22, 23 Read more

Commence 2012 conference

Commence is a conference designed to inspire professionals and educators in their efforts to support young adults who have an intellectual disability to achieve success in their final years of high school and as they transition into the adult world.
The conference is Feb 8-9 at Sheraton Parkway in North Toronto.
You can view the program here and register for the conference here.

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Social Networking on ConnectABILITY

In an effort to continue to meet the needs of the individuals and families we support, we have developed a short survey to explore how people network with other people and what topics or areas of interest they like or would like to connect around. Read more

Visiting the Art Gallery of Ontario

The AGO is a large gallery with all kinds of works of art from all over the world and right here in Canada and Toronto. Expect to be challenged to think about the world we live in by experimental contemporary artists from Canada and the world. There is something for everyone. The AGO welcomes everyone. Read more

Enabling Person-Directed Planning for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Users

The Enabling Person-Directed Planning for AAC Users guidebook, is designed to help persons who use augmentative and alternative communication take an active role in the person-directed planning process. Read more

Visuals Engine update

Visual communication strategies and resources have dramatically improved over the past decade and at ConnectABILITY we strive to stay current and continuously meet your needs. Read more

Apps for people with special needs

There are many different apps available for the Apple iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. Many of which can be very helpful for the people we support. Read more

Health Booklets

The My Health Booklets are a series of health education booklets produced by Surrey Place Centre and funded by the Ontario Government, Ministry of Community and Social Services. The purpose for the series is to offer guidance to people with developmental disabilities in a clear and simple manner. Read more