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From time to time, the Waterloo Region Family Network (WRFN) is asked to distribute information on behalf of third parties. WRFN provides general information to self-advocates and families of children with special needs. The information provided on this website is not a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any resource, therapeutic method, or service provider. WRFN is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. You are urged to use independent judgment when considering any resource.

 


 

Family Pulse Newsletter - July 2025

In the July issue of Family Pulse, you will find information on:

 

Updates from WRDSB SEAC meeting

A thank you for our departing board members

Spectrum on the Spectrum

A New Chapter

Kaleidoscope Kids dates and location

Canadian Disability Benefit Info

Community Info, Resources and Opportunities

 

Click here to read this month's Family Pulse.

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Sibling Support Supper

Join the Guelph Wellington Family Network for the Sibling Support Supper, Tuesday March 19 at 6:30pm in downtown Guelph.

 

Are you an adult with a brother or sister who has a Developmental Disability? Want to get together with other sibling caregivers?

 

Drop by for supper and socializing. NO COST to participate.  

 

To RSVP email FamilyNetworkGW@gmail.com

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Community of Hearts Cooking

Learn to cook nutritious meals safely and independently!

 

Mondays from 3:30-5:30 pm on March 18, 25, April 8, and 15.

 

For more information please contact:

info@communityofhearts.ca or call 519 826 9056

 

Community of Hearts Cooking flyer

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Community Health Caring KW March Programs

New Health and Wellness programs are available at Community Health Caring KW in March! 

 

For more information or to sign up, please contact Community Health & Wellness at 519-745-4404 or healthwellness@healthcaringkw.org. For more information on Breastfeeding Buddies programs, please contact Breastfeeding Buddies at 519-772-1016 OR bfbuddies@healthcaringkw.org. Register at breastfeedingbuddies.com.

 

Community Health Caring KW calendar

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Safety for Independent Living February 2024

 

Join Developmental Services Ontario, Central West Region for Safety for Independent Living, a personal safety course where people learn lifeskills that empower them to make safe choices both online and offline. 

 

Course content includes, basic first aid, fire safety, being assertive, people safety and how to ask for help, online safety, road safety, and more. 

 

The course is held from February 12 to 15 from 10 am to 12 pm. A Zoom link will be sent after you register.

 

To Register, contact Ashlyn Northfield at anorthfield@cwsds.ca.

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