Mothers' Connection

As part of our new parent support program, we created the Mothers' Connection group.  This group of mothers with children with Down syndrome between the ages of birth to 6 years meets each Wednesday afternoon.  Our mothers have found this opportunity to be an incredibly supportive experience where they can share their unique hopes, fears and goals for their families. They also share a lot of very practical information and occasionally have speakers come in to educate them.  During this time their children get to attend preschool in an inclusive setting. We know that as parents of a child with Down syndrome, that support from other parents has been paramount and we would like to ensure that new parents are able to join our Mothers' Connection as soon as they are ready. If you are a mom of a child with Down syndrome from birth to 6 years and you would like more information regarding joining our Mothers' Connection, please contact Cherie Blair by clicking here

Downtown Community Centre, 35B Weber St. W Kitchener

Please RSVP to Shiona at s.hinde@dscwr.com 

The Disabilities and Human Rights Group is:

1. A forum for educating, raising awareness and discussing issues related to human rights and disabilities.
2. An incubator for ideas related to advocacy, system change, pilot projects, inclusion and quality of life for persons with disabilities.
3. A training ground for self and community advocacy.
4. A space to build social networks.

   

New members are welcome! We meet every other Wednesday at the Victoria School Centre [map] 3 - 5 p.m.

Part 2

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Presenter: Pat Kinnee

Location: Developmental Services Resource Centre

#205 - 1120 Victoria Street North, Kitchener

To register please call 519-741-1121

Redefine success:

Decide for yourself what really matters
 
DATE: Wed. Feb. 15, 2012

TIME: 7 to 9 p.m.
LOCATION: Family Resource Centre at Holland Bloorview, 150 Kilgour Rd., Toronto.
RSVP: Nancy at 416-425-6220, ext. 6303 or e-mail ndyke@hollandbloorview.ca.
Limited playroom spots for families who register their child at ext. 3438.
 
No Ordinary Boy author Jennifer Johannesen talks about society's expectations for constant improvement, how this plays into therapy for children with disabilities, and how families can be left shouldering more burden than they want or can handle. Jennifer explores how institutions, clinicians and parents alike contribute to the increasing pressures placed on families and shares her experiences as she leads a discussion on ways to redefine 'success.'

Jennifer will also read passages from No Ordinary Boy and sign copies of her book (available at a special price).

Join us for a thought-provoking evening in the Family Resource Centre!
 

Event Details
Kidney Connect Peer Support Group Meeting - Kitchener
Wed, 15 Feb, 2012 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

For those living with kidney disease, life has its special challenges....

The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch and the Grand River Hospital Renal Program are now offering a monthly support group. The support group, facilitated by Kidney Connect Peer Support Volunteers, is an opportunity for you to come out to meet and talk with others who have "been there" too.

People living with chronic kidney disease, including those diagnosed with CKD, on dialysis, transplanted, considering transplant, family members or caregivers are welcome.
 
Location: Freeport Health Centre, Board Room VC2
3570 King Street East, Kitchener, ON
Contact: Anne Brinkman at 1-877-202-8222 or peersupport@kidney.ca
Calendar: Ontario Event Calendar
Category: Kitchener-Waterloo