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.
PassportONE was created by the Ontario government and Passport agencies to improve the Passport Service experience by making invoice processing and reimbursements faster and more efficient. Attend a Passport Information Session to learn more about the changes.
Join us for an exciting morning of racing cub cars down a track and competing for the championship trophy! Fun & unique race cars will be provided for everyone!
Talking About Sexuality is a workshop that will talk about sex, masturbation, dating and other related topics. The group will have an opportunity to discuss fears, concerns, values and understand your role as caregivers in the development of healthy sexuality.
While many children and youth have heard the terms, ASD, Autism or Asperger Syndrome, a significant number struggle to understand what the term truly means and how it affects them as an individual.
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Exploring Interests in Community is a workshop for people who provide support and the person they are supporting to attend together. You will work together on identifying interests and connections you have in the community, explore positive possibilities and plan your goals in manageable steps.
At Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region’s interactive Inclusion Workshop, you will learn about community inclusion and how to be with each other in a way that includes everyone.
PassportONE was created by the Ontario government and Passport agencies to improve the Passport Service experience by making invoice processing and reimbursements faster and more efficient. Attend a Passport Information Session to learn more about the changes.
WRFN at EarlyON Child & Family Centre - Roger Street
Mar 11, 2019 10:30 AM
Mar 11, 2019 11:30 AM
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Support group for Parents/Caregivers of Adults with ASD (18+)
Mar 14, 2019 6:00 PM
Mar 14, 2019 8:00 PM
Are you the parent or adult sibling of an individual with ASD who is 18 years of age or older? Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can share successes and challenges, ask questions or just connect with other parents/caregivers?
PassportONE was created by the Ontario government and Passport agencies to improve the Passport Service experience by making invoice processing and reimbursements faster and more efficient. Attend a Passport Information Session to learn more about the changes.
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Are you a sibling of someone who has a disability? Join other siblings from the KW region for an evening of great food and to share your thoughts, questions, and experience as a sibling who has a brother or sister with a disability.
CADDAC Webinar - Understanding ADHD’s Impact on Adult Relationships
Mar 20, 2019 7:00 PM
Mar 20, 2019 8:00 PM
ADHD can be a significant factor in a variety of relationship problems. However, when those within the relationship understand how ADHD plays a role in the relationship misinterpreted motives and hurt feelings can be mitigated. Find out what to do, what not to do and how to use your new understanding of ADHD to improve your relationship.
PassportONE was created by the Ontario government and Passport agencies to improve the Passport Service experience by making invoice processing and reimbursements faster and more efficient. Attend a Passport Information Session to learn more about the changes.
A brand new conference for moms who are raising a person with Down Syndrome, through birth or adoption. We can thrive if we work together through community, sharing our stories and experiences, one mother to the next. Hosted by moms just like you!
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Autism Ontario is inviting children with ASD, ages 8-18, along with their siblings, also ages 8-18 are invited to pizza and game night at Playfit Kids Club in Cambridge!
In this psychoeducational workshop you will explore the different types of trauma, some of the neurological, biological and emotional aspects of trauma and the trauma effects on relationships.
Addiction & Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for Family & Friends
Mar 26, 2019 6:30 PM
Mar 26, 2019 8:00 PM
An Addictions and Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for family and friends. A place to meet other people in a similar situation for help, encouragement, support, information and more.
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Learn about the roles of community partners as they support youth with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities and/or mental health concerns and the justice system.
The purpose of these workshops is to assist parents/caregivers with understanding trauma and what it means to parent their child from a trauma-informed perspective. They are offering Part 2 of Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop as parents requested more hands-on activities and practice in the implementation of strategies.
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Join DSRC to learn more about the various financial supports, including eligibility criteria, which are available to families who have a child ages 0-18 diagnosed with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities.
Autism Ontario invites Individuals with autism and their families to enjoy a sensory friendly evening at Ripley’s Aquarium! Sound will be lowered, lights will be raised, and a quiet room will be available for individuals who need a break from the excitement.
WRFN at EarlyON Child & Family Centre - Roger Street
Apr 08, 2019 10:30 AM
Apr 08, 2019 11:30 AM
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Focus Group: Peer-Led FASD Caregiver Support Group
Apr 08, 2019 6:30 PM
Apr 08, 2019 8:00 PM
The Waterloo Region FASD Action Group is looking for input on a proposed peer-led FASD Support Group. If you are caring for someone living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) you are invited to provide suggestions on what you would like to see from a support group. Help us design the support you need!
General Mental Health Support Group for Family & Friends
Apr 09, 2019 6:30 PM
Apr 09, 2019 8:00 PM
General Mental Health Support Group for family and friends. A place to meet other people in a similar situation for help, encouragement, support, information and more.
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Support group for Parents/Caregivers of Adults with ASD (18+)
Apr 11, 2019 6:00 PM
Apr 11, 2019 8:00 PM
Are you the parent or adult sibling of an individual with ASD who is 18 years of age or older? Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can share successes and challenges, ask questions or just connect with other parents/caregivers?
Join other moms and dads of children born prematurely, talk openly about your questions and concerns among a group who understands. Bring your children along for interaction with other preemies at different stages.
Join other moms and dads of children born prematurely, talk openly about your questions and concerns among a group who understands. Bring your children along for interaction with other preemies at different stages.
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
This workshop will provide strategies for how to support someone with chronic pain, as well as offering participants a chance to talk about their experiences. Self-care strategies for the caregiver will also be explored.
This webinar will provide information about the relationship between ADHD and Marijuana [THC] and what we know about the safety and concerns with Marijuana. This presentation will present the most recent science evidence.
This program aims to provide parents and caregivers with: - An increased knowledge of child development, including an historical perspective, the stages of child development and how developmental changes can affect the process of development. - A foundation of effective skills for behaviour intervention. - An opportunity to meet other parents/caregivers.
If you are an individual living with a disability, health professional, service provider, caregiver/partner or family member, you should attend this seminar.
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Addiction & Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for Family & Friends
Apr 23, 2019 6:30 PM
Apr 23, 2019 8:00 PM
An Addictions and Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for family and friends. A place to meet other people in a similar situation for help, encouragement, support, information and more.
Workshop: Discussing Puberty & Sexuality with Your Child
Apr 24, 2019 1:00 PM
Apr 24, 2019 3:00 PM
This workshop will address body and behavioural changes that occur during puberty. You will be given resources and strategies to help you guide your child through this next step in their development and give them the knowledge and skills to keep them safe.
Join us as we journey back to our roots at WRFN’s 5th annual signature fundraising event. Enjoy an elegant evening of mixing and mingling while tasting delicious wine, beer and cider - all paired with appetizing food selections.
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Join other moms and dads of children born prematurely, talk openly about your questions and concerns among a group who understands. Bring your children along for interaction with other preemies at different stages.
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Support group for Parents/Caregivers of Adults with ASD (18+)
May 09, 2019 6:00 PM
May 09, 2019 8:00 PM
Are you the parent or adult sibling of an individual with ASD who is 18 years of age or older? Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can share successes and challenges, ask questions or just connect with other parents/caregivers?
WRFN at EarlyON Child & Family Centre - Roger Street
May 13, 2019 10:30 AM
May 13, 2019 11:30 AM
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
General Mental Health Support Group for Family & Friends
May 14, 2019 6:30 PM
May 14, 2019 8:00 PM
General Mental Health Support Group for family and friends. A place to meet other people in a similar situation for help, encouragement, support, information and more.
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you find navigating services confusing? Are you looking for information about having your child assessed? Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are you interested in learning about programs and services offered in Waterloo Region?
Do you need to look at a challenge you are facing with a new perspective? Would you like to bounce ideas off someone who's been there? Cristina was diagnosed with exceptionalities as an adult, and she is passionate about sharing her lived experience. You can come meet with Cristina to discuss your own questions and concerns, and hopefully gain new insights and ideas. This program in open to individuals with disabilities, their families, or professional supports.
Many individuals with ASD struggle with some level of anxiety. This workshop will help participants gain a better understanding of anxiety, how it presents in individuals with ASD, common triggers as well as prevention and intervention techniques.
Addiction & Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for Family & Friends
May 28, 2019 6:30 PM
May 28, 2019 8:00 PM
An Addictions and Mental Health Support Group (Concurrent Disorders) for family and friends. A place to meet other people in a similar situation for help, encouragement, support, information and more.
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