Suicide — it’s a topic too disturbing and raw for most people to discuss. For some, it’s a cultural taboo filled with an underlying fear that talking about it will increase the chances someone at risk will attempt it.
There are 5,800 students identified with ASD currently in Ontario’s publicly funded secondary schools. School staff expect that approximately 1,100 of these students will seek to enter college or university between 2009 and 2011.
Specifically designed for youth 13-17 with a disability. Two weeks in August Monday to Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm.Participants will help to plan
> read more
Independent Facilitation has emerged as a key element in progressive policy in response to the growing recognition that citizens with disabilities want to have control over the decisions that affect their lives. ~ John Lord
The “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” six-week self-management workshop empowers people to live well while dealing with conditions like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, lung disease, and other chronic health issues.
Another year of Best Buddies is coming to a close, and what a great year it has been! There were 14 buddies matched with 14 students from the University of Waterloo.
The Waterloo Chronicle ran a four-part series about KidsAbility, a Waterloo based non-profit organization that provides services for children and young adults with developmental, physical and communication disabilities.
Community Living Cambridge has cut the ribbon on a new facility that will offer extended seniors programs and services for the developmentally disabled.
CANADA AM’s week-long series takes an in-depth look at Autism, beginning April 26. CANADA AM airs Monday - Friday beginning at 6 a .m. ET on CTV, channel 12 in the Waterloo Region.