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Through the Accessible Chef website you can access free visual recipes & to help teach cooking skills to intellectually disabled adults. accessiblechef.com Autumn is a perfect time to practice cooking with so many special dates, such as Thanksgiving & Halloween! BON APPÉTIT!

September 9 is International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day. FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder to improve prevention of FASD and diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Learn more at canfasd.ca/fasd-awareness…

Back to school is just around the corner. Meaningful after-school activities can help with the transition & provide an chance to get active. We understand the importance of extracurricular activities & listed some resources below: planyourtransition.com/resources/recr… verywellfamily.com/extracurricula…

Canada welcomes many newcomers each year. Newcomers with intellectual disabilities sometimes struggle to navigate a new country & healthcare system. Ensemble provides guidance for families to navigate programs/resources available. Visit ensembleunderstands.com!

Looking for info? Caring for someone with a disability? Our website houses an extensive library of resources including information about accessibility, advocacy, children/youth services, education, financial resources & more. Want to talk? We’re can help. ensembleunderstands.com

We hope that our American neighbours will find inner strength as they navigate the difficult hours, days, months & years ahead. May the coming years bring about societal changes to improve the lives of all. Visit safeatschool.ca for a Canadian perspective on school safety

As the constant demands of family life may leave you with an overwhelming feeling of “There aren’t enough hours in the day!”; step back & know that you are not alone. Life is complicated & demanding. No one knows this better than families with special needs children and adults.

Our vast world is comprised of countless differences marked by language, race, religion, customs and abilities. Disabilities have no borders! Please see the two links we have shared below: #p=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">online.fliphtml5.com/cesal/wtcl/#p=1 gigisplayhouse.org

April promises to be a month that will bring change. Wishing each of you a spring season filled with joy, hope & promise. ensemble@communitylivingessex.org 519-776-6483 ext 225 Visit this link for funding, finance and planning resources for families: ctnsy.ca/Online-Resourc…

Join online & explore resources in your community. Learn who in Windsor-Essex assists young people living with developmental disabilities. Topics include: Employment & Education, Housing & Finances, Mental Health and Recreation & Leisure. Register at: tinyurl.com/P4S2022

The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services has made temporary changes to the Passport program. We have included a link to the updated Passport Guidelines, which come into effect April 1, 2022. bit.ly/3IMUxGn

Navigating to provide individuals with intellectual disabilities meaningful lives presents families with planning challenges. Why not access the free Family Care Notebook, provided by our friends, Parent Helping Parents (php.com/the-family-car…)?

We at Ensemble have reimagined how to better meet the needs of families in Essex County. We have rebranded Ensemble - new colours, website & new committee members! Visit our new site at ensembleunderstands.com and remember - without you - family voices won’t be heard.

We are searching for volunteers. We're a parent-directed resource for families caring for a child with a disability, providing support from birth through adulthood. By joining our committee you will be able to share experiences & suggestions. ensemble@communitylivingessex.org

Special Dads: An opportunity to meet fathers sharing similar life experiences, raising a child with an intellectual disability. Group meets monthly to engage in activities & discussion. Meetings are online. Learn more: specialdads.org. Next meeting is March 21 at 8pm.

Plan Institute is holding a series of free webinars about the Registered Disability Savings Plan, with the first one taking place March 16th. See the below post for details or visit planinstitute.ca/registered-dis…

Days without COVID restrictions will be huge adjustments for everyone. Demands of children in the coming months will return us to days requiring unlimited energy & patience. Let’s embrace our children’s positive energy & enthusiasm while never losing site of the gift of youth.

The Olympics have ended & athletes return home to be recognized as the best of the best. Our special needs family members are also Olympians in their own way. Each day they are met with challenges we can only imagine. Celebrate each and every victory no matter how small. Bravo!

We in Ontario look forward to Family Day, Monday February 21. Family can take many forms depending upon your circumstances. In today’s ever-changing world, the traditional family continues to evolve. Contact us at ensemble@communitylivingessex.org 519-776-6483, ext 225

Take a few minutes to read the February newsletter from the @CaregiverON myemail.constantcontact.com/Connect-Febuar…