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Free Arts Training Workshop

Learn about utilizing your creativity as a form of self-care

This workshop is for parents and siblings of people living with developmental disabilities and for service providers in the field. Join us for a 3-day interactive, multi-disciplinary art workshop experience and learn how to relieve stress.

When: Thursdays – February 20, February 27, March 6 From 5pm to 7pm
Location: Room 224 – 40 Orchard View Boulevard Toronto
Cost: FREE

Register for your spot by emailing rayderamos@gmail.com.

Spots are limited so register now to secure you spot.

Art materials will be provided on site. If you have any questions please contact Raymond at rayderamos@gmail.com

Facilitated by Raymond De Ramos, Expressive Arts Therapist In Training

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Cooking Class for Autistic Adults

Autism Ontario is offering autistic adults a lunchtime cooking program on February 20th at The Chef Upstairs: 11am-1:30pm.

Adults on the spectrum will enjoy a hands-on experience to learn new recipes, cuisines and techniques, in a social and welcoming environment. 

When: February 20th | 11:00am – 1:30pm
Location: The Chef Upstairs,516 Mount Pleasant Rd, Toronto, Ontario, M4S 2M2
Cost: $20 per person. 

Register here

After- hours/ school respite & ASD Social Groups

Learn Life & Social Skills implemented through Interactive Leisure Activities, Receive Homework Help, Meet a friend, Engage in Social Communication and build new skills for the future tomorrow.

Hours: Monday – Friday 3pm – 7pm

Location: 1970 Ellesmere Road Unit 1
Phone: 416-289-2223
Email: sunflowerrcs@gmail.com

Book your intake today

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Talking about Children’s Mental Health [webinar]

WHEN: February 11 at 7pm

Approximately 1 in 5 children and youth in Ontario has a mental health challenge. When your child or youth with a disability experiences mental health challenges, it can add another layer of complexity for your family, and knowing how to help them can be difficult.

Join us on February 11 at 7pm EST, with guests connected to Children’s Mental Health Ontario, for an open conversation about the intersection of disability and mental health that can break through the stigma, making it easier for you and your family to seek help when it’s needed.

What’s in it for you:

  • Tips on how to recognize the signs of mental health challenges
  • What you can expect when talking about your child’s mental health
  • Strategies for collaborating with your child’s school
  • Where to go for help and support

A live Q&A will follow this presentation. Register using the link below – we look forward to having you there!

Register now

Grief and Loss, Healthy Brain, Singalong – programs at Vibrant Healthcare Alliance

Grief and Loss

  • Grief and Loss Support Group is on Tuesdays in February – March 2025. It is for individuals who are dealing with death of a loved one, friend, caregiver, community member, or pet in the past years. During the sessions, participants will gain awareness, learn coping tools/strategies, and improve resilience in an independent living and non-judgemental environment. Myth: grief and loss group is for people crying together. Truth: our Grief and Loss Support Group supports people to re-define the meaning of life and improve resilience.

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Healthy Brain

  • Healthy Brain is a monthly program. Participants learn and discuss essential information regarding keeping brain health / preventing memory loss. Practical brain stimulation / hands on activities are part of each session of this program.

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Singalong

  • Singalong workshops is on Fridays from January to March 2025. Singing releases endorphins, gives lungs a workout, improves aerobic capacity and releases muscle tension. Singing together fosters social connectedness and belonging. In the workshops, our instructor plays a digital piano and sing with participants. Participants don’t have to be great singers. It is for everyone!

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All 3 programs are free of cost and in person at 2398 Yonge St. Toronto.

Core Competency Cafe

The seventeenth installment of the Core Competency Café is now open for registrations!

In this series of monthly Core Competency Cafés, we will delve deeper into each of the core competencies.

For our upcoming February session, we’ll focus on the Resilience Competency.

Join us on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at 12:00 pm for a 1-hour interactive session. During this session, we will explore the resources available to develop this competency along with sharing real examples from various positions in our organizations that demonstrate resilience. Participants will also learn how resiliency is making a difference in employees’ personal growth, their organizations and those that they support. 

Modernized Core Competencies were launched by the Developmental Services Workforce Initiative (DSWI). Updates to the Core Competencies reflect next generation expectations and will help build a strong, skilled workforce for the DS Sector. You can find the new Core Competencies here, and on the REAL Xchange under Resources, here.

The Core Competency Café is a limited series of events taking place virtually.

Please Note: The Core Competency Café is open to anyone with an interest and includes those who are leading the implementation of the new Core Competencies within their agency, families who hire their own staff, and members of colleges. Everyone is welcome to participate and contribute in these sessions!  

Register now

Virtual ASD- Social Groups

  • Socialize and interact with others
  • Improve Communication skills
  • Life & Social Skills
  • Make new friends

Starting February 3

Mondays & Tuesdays 5:30pm – 6:30pm & 6:30pm – 7:30pm

“ENHANCE YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE”

Eligibility

  • Ages 13 – 18
  • OAP, SSAH Passport funding accepted
  • Registration/Intake required

Contact: 416-289-2223
Email: Sunflowerrcs@gmail.com
WEB: Sunflowerrcs.com

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CLTO Community Engagement Speaker Series: Brandon Pooran [online]

WHEN: February 12, 2025 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Founder and Managing Partner of PooranLaw. Brendon often acts as corporate counsel for not-for-profit and charitable corporations. He also advises on wills, trusts and estates and disability law matters. In addition to being a lawyer, Brendon is a founding director of Plan Toronto (now Partners for Planning) and Microboards Ontario. He sits on CRA’s Disability Advisory Committee and teaches Critical Disability Law at York University.

This webinar will feature information on: Wills, Trusts and Savings.

This session will include a live Q&A

To register for this free webinar, please e-mail: tom.gaspar@cltoronto.ca

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Register now
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