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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KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Musical Monday
Nov 02, 2020 1:00 PM
Nov 02, 2020 2:00 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.
$15.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$40.50 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Tuesdays Let's Do Lunch Soup Edition
Nov 03, 2020 11:00 AM
Nov 03, 2020 12:00 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.
$20.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$72.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
CAMH-Mental Health for Adults with Developmental Disabilities during Covid
Nov 03, 2020 1:00 PM
Dec 08, 2020 2:30 PM
This 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.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Wednesday Let's Learn Together
Nov 04, 2020 1:00 PM
Nov 04, 2020 2:00 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.
$15.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$54.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
Join us by Zoom for stories, rhymes and songs in this program designed for children with autism or other development differences. Children of all ages and abilities are welcome.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Online Program-Thursday Arts and Crafts
Nov 05, 2020 1:00 PM
Nov 05, 2020 2:00 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.
$20.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$72.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
P4P-The Power of New Forms of Democratic Engagement
Nov 05, 2020 2:30 PM
Nov 05, 2020 4:00 PM
You may have already joined part one of this series: At long last, a Canada Disability Benefit is coming – What should it look like? This second series will be an additional 4-part conversation on Building momentum for the Canadian Disability Benefit.
KW Counselling Services-Parenting Now Workshops-Connection or Correction?
Nov 05, 2020 8:00 PM
Nov 05, 2020 9:00 PM
FREE single evening workshops. All session are online via ZOOM. Positive parenting is an approach to parenting that emphasizes the role of connection and healthy attachment in the parent-child relationship. It helps parents understand how this relationship is the key to building the skills that children and youth need to be healthy and happy. This series of one-hour positive parenting “snap shots” will get you thinking about your choices as a parent and help you develop strategies to become the parent that you want to be. Each session stands alone. You can attend just one or all of them. Title Dates Time Locati
This 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.
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.
$20.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$72.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
Wellbeing Waterloo-Finding Hope Information session
Nov 09, 2020 2:30 PM
Nov 09, 2020 4:00 PM
We invite you to join our ‘Finding Hope’ movement. Hope is that feeling we experience when we see—in the mind’s eye—the possibility of a better future. Hope acknowledges the obstacles and pitfalls in front of us, but is unwavering in its resolve, unbreakable in its foundation, and stronger than we can comprehend.
Lunch & Learn-Love Builds Brains with Dr. Jean Clinton
Nov 10, 2020 12:00 PM
Nov 10, 2020 1:00 PM
This presentation explores the developing brain and the crucial role relationships with others play in healthy development. Relationships that are warm, responsive, and predictable help our children thrive, relationships that generate intense stress can harm the developing brain.
Woolwich Counselling Centre- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Skills Group
Nov 10, 2020 6:30 PM
Nov 10, 2020 7:30 PM
This psycho-educational group will teach you all about Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on the way people think and act and how these contribute to mood.
For many people, thinking about financial planning can be overwhelming. Creating a financial plan not only brings peace of mind now but is a key strategy in managing uncertainty and securing the best possible outcome for your loved one.
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Parents for Children’s Mental Health are proud to announce the Parenting Essentials webinar, open to any parents, and caregivers interested in learning more about the complexities of parenting.
Join us by Zoom for stories, rhymes and songs in this program designed for children with autism or other development differences. Children of all ages and abilities are welcome.
You may have already joined part one of this series: At long last, a Canada Disability Benefit is coming – What should it look like? This second series will be an additional 4-part conversation on Building momentum for the Canadian Disability Benefit.
KW Counselling Services-Parenting Now Workshops-Encouragement or Praise
Nov 16, 2020 1:00 PM
Nov 16, 2020 2:00 PM
FREE single evening workshops. All session are online via ZOOM. Positive parenting is an approach to parenting that emphasizes the role of connection and healthy attachment in the parent-child relationship. It helps parents understand how this relationship is the key to building the skills that children and youth need to be healthy and happy. This series of one-hour positive parenting “snap shots” will get you thinking about your choices as a parent and help you develop strategies to become the parent that you want to be. Each session stands alone. You can attend just one or all of them. Title Dates Time Locati
Join DSO housing navigators for a replay of their recorded virtual discussion with four families who have created an innovative housing plan for their loved ones.
Wellbeing Waterloo-Finding Hope Information session
Nov 18, 2020 10:30 AM
Nov 18, 2020 12:00 PM
We invite you to join our ‘Finding Hope’ movement. Hope is that feeling we experience when we see—in the mind’s eye—the possibility of a better future. Hope acknowledges the obstacles and pitfalls in front of us, but is unwavering in its resolve, unbreakable in its foundation, and stronger than we can comprehend.
You may have already joined part one of this series: At long last, a Canada Disability Benefit is coming – What should it look like? This second series will be an additional 4-part conversation on Building momentum for the Canadian Disability Benefit.
The aim of this 2-Day (12hr) advanced training is to provide an in-depth orientation to the key themes and key assessment and treatment facets of the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model.
You may have already joined part one of this series: At long last, a Canada Disability Benefit is coming – What should it look like? This second series will be an additional 4-part conversation on Building momentum for the Canadian Disability Benefit.
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.
Wellbeing Waterloo-Finding Hope Information session
Nov 26, 2020 6:30 PM
Nov 26, 2020 8:00 PM
We invite you to join our ‘Finding Hope’ movement. Hope is that feeling we experience when we see—in the mind’s eye—the possibility of a better future. Hope acknowledges the obstacles and pitfalls in front of us, but is unwavering in its resolve, unbreakable in its foundation, and stronger than we can comprehend.
Holland Bloorview is excited to offer Autism Insights: Research Innovations, Strategies and the Lived Experience, a FREE five-day online Summit designed for parents, caregivers, health care professionals and other service providers interested in autism.
KW Counselling Services-Parenting Now Workshops-Cooperation or Obedience
Dec 01, 2020 6:30 PM
Dec 01, 2020 7:30 PM
FREE single evening workshops. All session are online via ZOOM. Positive parenting is an approach to parenting that emphasizes the role of connection and healthy attachment in the parent-child relationship. It helps parents understand how this relationship is the key to building the skills that children and youth need to be healthy and happy. This series of one-hour positive parenting “snap shots” will get you thinking about your choices as a parent and help you develop strategies to become the parent that you want to be. Each session stands alone. You can attend just one or all of them. Title Dates Time Locati
ADDitude Live Webinar- Topic - How Music Sparks, Soothes, and Optimizes the ADHD Brain in Children
Dec 02, 2020 1:00 PM
Dec 02, 2020 2:00 PM
Music lights up the ADHD brain. Research shows that rhythm, melody, and tempo activate attention and focus. Moving to music helps organize the brain. Playing music can enhance sustained attention, impulse control, decision-making and planning, not to mention boosting self-esteem. Active music making engages the whole brain.
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.
KW Hab-Leg Up! Holiday Evergreen Centerpiece Pop Up
Dec 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Dec 10, 2020 7:30 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.
We welcome all children and families to join us for a very special sensory friendly concert! The Four Corners Collective (featuring musicians from the Kitchener Waterloo Symphony) brings a story to life, teaches children and youth about conducting and brings beautiful music to all.
Join DSRC to learn more about the role of various agencies as they support youth with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities and/or mental health concerns as they transition into adulthood.
The 2021 Symposium is a virtual event. Attendees will be able to participate online (virtually) from home or office from all parts of Canada and the United States. The FASD Symposium is Eastern Canada’s largest annual gathering of everyone connected to the FASD community. This one-day interactive, educational event, with content available in English and French, attracts 300+ people each year. Our theme for 2020 is ‘Managing Challenging Behaviours in Children, Youth and Adults with FASD’.
$95.00 (Price 1) plus applicable taxes
$125.00 (Price 2) plus applicable taxes
