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.
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Woolwich Counselling Centre- Glad to Be Me
Jan 27, 2021 4:00 PM
May 26, 2021 5:00 PM
This virtual fun filled children's program promotes self-esteem and self-worth.
CAMH-Mental Health for Adults with Developmental Disabilities during Covid
Mar 17, 2021 1:00 PM
Apr 28, 2021 2:30 PM
This 6 week course is for family caregivers of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD). The curriculum will specifically address the mental health challenges that this population can face during the COVID-19 pandemic.
DSO-Creating Your Individualized Housing & Support Plan
Apr 01, 2021 9:30 AM
Apr 01, 2021 12:00 PM
This 3 session workshop series is designed to help you begin creating an individualized housing and support plan for you or a family member with a developmental disability.
Interested in joining a homework hub? Do you want to learn how to stay organized? Let’s make homework fun. Join our homework hub and you will learn skills around time management, organization, motivation and problem solving. You will leave with tips and tricks for your homework and study needs.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Living Life to the Full (LLTF) is a national flagship program of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). This program is open to adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ages 18 and over.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Strong Minds, Strong Kids- The Shadow Pandemic: Wellbeing of Pregnant Persons, Parents, and Families during the COVID-19
Apr 07, 2021 1:00 PM
Apr 07, 2021 2:00 PM
“How do I develop emotion regulation and healthy coping in myself and my child?” was one of the top research priorities identified by parents in Alberta. This need is even more important now that families are facing unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This five-part interactive course has been designed for parents starting the ADHD journey with their adolescent and for those striving to understand their adolescent’s impairments and needs. It will cover the things you need to know about ADHD: what it really is; how it impacts learning, behaviour and emotional regulation; treatment options, and how to implement home and school strategies.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Autism Speaks Canada is proud to partner with Substance Cares in hosting the 5th annual Spectrum Works job fair - a virtual job fair connecting autistic people with local and national employers.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Thursday Arts and Crafts
Apr 08, 2021 2:00 PM
Apr 08, 2021 3:00 PM
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Sign your kids up for a week of spirit and fun as each day we dress up based on the different themes and participate in different crafts, activities, games and more!
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Youth Edition-Virtual POP Up!
Apr 12, 2021 10:00 AM
Apr 12, 2021 11:00 AM
LEG Up! Online is a skill enhancement and learning experience you can enjoy from the comfort of your home! Delivering classes by Zoom, you need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Online is a skill enhancement and learning experience you can enjoy from the comfort of your home! Delivering classes by Zoom, you need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam and internet connection.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Youth Edition-Virtual POP Up!
Apr 14, 2021 11:00 AM
Apr 14, 2021 12:00 PM
LEG Up! Online is a skill enhancement and learning experience you can enjoy from the comfort of your home! Delivering classes by Zoom, you need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Bernadette Vanspall, Physiotherapist at WCHC, will help you explore ways to get your body ready for spring gardening, potting, planting, digging and yard work!
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Thursday Arts and Crafts
Apr 15, 2021 2:00 PM
Apr 15, 2021 3:00 PM
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Shoulder issues can range from simply bothersome to quite painful and debilitating. What are some of the most common injuries of the shoulder and how do we treat them?
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Indeed is a very well known job board used by employers and job seekers: come to this webinar to build your confidence on how to use the site and gain some tips to learn strategies to help you find suitable work!
LEG Up! Online is a skill enhancement and learning experience you can enjoy from the comfort of your home! Delivering classes by Zoom, you need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam and internet connection.
Free Webinar series...Learn from legal and financial specialists about important considerations in creating a safe and secure future for yourself or your loved one with a disability.
Executive functioning is a collection of abilities that allow us to take in, process and use information. Hina and Arianna will discuss the components of executive functioning and how they relate to learning and success in everyday tasks.
$5.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$15.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
This webinar will discuss how ADHD presents in females along with common comorbidities. It will review the literature on hormones and ADHD throughout the lifespan and consider treatment strategies in ADHD during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as discuss the hormonal impact of menopause on cognition
Strong Minds, Strong Kids- A Relaxed Brain is the Most Comfortable Pillow: The Value of Sleep for Children and Adolescents
Apr 21, 2021 12:00 PM
Apr 21, 2021 1:00 PM
Sleep is one of the “Big Three” of good health, along with nutrition and exercise. We all know what we are like when we don’t get enough – we essentially become adult-sized toddlers!
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Strong Minds, Strong Kids- Kids Have Stress Too! Preschool, Kindergarten and Parent Program Training
Apr 21, 2021 3:45 PM
Apr 21, 2021 6:15 PM
This program provides a comprehensive introduction to key aspects of early childhood and brain development, as well as the crucial role caregivers and educators, play in helping children learn effective stress-management strategies. This program contains practice and curriculum-based strategies to help young children learn how to manage stress.
Community Living Ontario-Inspiring Possibilities: Estate Planning Guide 2020
Apr 21, 2021 6:30 PM
Apr 21, 2021 8:00 PM
Brendon Pooran will be presenting an overview of the Inspiring Possibilities: Estate Planning Guide and answering questions related to estate planning as part of a series of informative sessions geared to families.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Thursday Arts and Crafts
Apr 22, 2021 2:00 PM
Apr 22, 2021 3:00 PM
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Facing Fears Together is a new and exciting group cognitive-behavioural treatment (CBT) program designed to help adolescents age 15 to 18 years to understand and reduce their anxiety with the support of their peers facing similar challenges.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
NILD Canada-Annual Conference: Unravelling the Mysteries of the 3D's
Apr 23, 2021 7:00 PM
Apr 24, 2021 4:00 PM
Discovering the D’s: How new research on Dysgraphia, Dyslexia and Dyscalculia informs intervention. Dysgraphia, Dyslexia and Dyscalculia are terms that we are hearing more often, but what do they mean and how do they relate to one another? Whether you are a parent, therapist or educator we hope to demystify these three D’s and share practical ways of supporting the learner.
$125.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$100.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Strong Minds, Strong Kids- Kids Have Stress Too! Grades 1-6 Training
Apr 26, 2021 3:45 PM
Apr 26, 2021 6:15 PM
This research-based program is built on an experiential learning approach and provides you with practical, developmentally appropriate, engaging activities for students in grades one to six. Its aim is to help educators, social service workers, caregivers, and parents create teachable moments to introduce stress management strategies and build emotional resiliency.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Online is a skill enhancement and learning experience you can enjoy from the comfort of your home! Delivering classes by Zoom, you need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Strong Minds, Strong Kids- Stress Lessons Grades 7-9 Training
Apr 28, 2021 3:45 PM
Apr 28, 2021 6:15 PM
Stress Lessons is a comprehensive resource designed for educators, social service workers, caregivers, and parents who want to help youth develop resilience. Full of psychologically-sound strategies and tools, this resource will help teens develop resilience and positive coping skills.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Thursday Arts and Crafts
Apr 29, 2021 2:00 PM
Apr 29, 2021 3:00 PM
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
LEG Up! Provides online skill enhancement and learning experiences. Learning for you in the comfort of your home. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a webcam, audio and internet connection.
Interested in joining a homework hub? Do you want to learn how to stay organized? Let’s make homework fun. Join our homework hub and you will learn skills around time management, organization, motivation and problem solving. You will leave with tips and tricks for your homework and study needs.
Interested in joining a homework hub? Do you want to learn how to stay organized? Let’s make homework fun. Join our homework hub and you will learn skills around time management, organization, motivation and problem solving. You will leave with tips and tricks for your homework and study needs.
Free Webinar series...Learn from legal and financial specialists about important considerations in creating a safe and secure future for yourself or your loved one with a disability.
