What is Inclusion? When we talk about Inclusion, we talk about appreciating diversity and what makes each of us different and unique. Inclusion is about making everyone feel welcome without trying to change them, silence or negate some parts of …
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There are a lot of things to think about when you are trying to decide what cell phone will be good for you. The first thing you must do is decide on the maximum amount of money you want to …
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An Employment Supports Questionnaire True or False: Community Living Toronto’s Employment Supports department is associated with ODSP. I am allowed to look for work on my own while I am with Employment Supports/Job Placement Services. ODSP Employment Supports guarantees I …
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Sometimes, your financial situation gets so out of hand that you don’t know what to do. You have not been watching your spending and it creeps up on you. You might realize that there is a problem only when you …
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Money is what you use to buy things. Over time we, as a society, have agreed on how many “dollars” are needed to buy each item. We know it works because we have used it over and over for all …
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Person-directed planning helps you think about the life you want and your future. With the help of a facilitator, it is a process which: Is directed by you Supports you to make a plan for the best possible quality of …
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When you are planning to find a job you must have an employment goal. Your employment goal answers the question “What type of work do I want to do?”
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If you rely on family members for help with your day to day finances, it’s possible you also rely on using a family member’s bank account for storing your money. While having someone else have control over your finances might …
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Cell Phone context story My name is Phyllis and I would like to tell you about why I got a cell phone and how it helps me. A long time ago I was living at home with my mom and …
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Often one of the biggest difficulties to someone becoming independent in their community is the worry about being safe. What if I get lost? What if I get hurt? What if the bus does not come? What if I am …
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