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.
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.
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.
Smart Waterloo Region (https://www.engagewr.ca/SWR) has a chance to win $50 million so can make Waterloo Region the best place for children & youth to grow up. We are working with Smart Waterloo Region & KidsAbility to host a pop-up to get YOUR ideas on how to do this. Join us this Monday, January 14 at KidsAbility, 500 Hallmark Dr. Waterloo. The youth (14-24 years of age) session will run from 6:30-8pm. The parent session will run from 7-8pm. If you have any questions please contact Krista at Krista.McCann@wrfn.info.
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.
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.
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?
WRFN Workshop - Individual Education Plan (IEP) Seminar
Jan 30, 2019 7:00 PM
Jan 30, 2019 8:30 PM
Feel comfortable and confident with your child’s education plan for success. Join us for an interactive IEP seminar with representatives from both WCDSB and WRDSB. We encourage you to bring a copy of your child’s IEP to the workshop.
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.
WRFN at EarlyON Child & Family Centre - Roger Street
Feb 11, 2019 10:30 AM
Feb 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 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.
WRFN Workshop - Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities in Waterloo Region
Feb 11, 2019 7:00 PM
Feb 11, 2019 8:30 PM
Supporting students with learning disabilities in Waterloo Region. Presented by Antonietta Leonardo, WCDSB Special Education Liaison and Barbara Williams, WRDSB Special Education Liaison Consultant.
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?
FASD Caregiver Training - Nourishing the Caregiver - The Importance of Self-Care
Feb 20, 2019 6:00 PM
Feb 20, 2019 8:30 PM
Raising children with FASD can be challenging and overwhelming. As a caregiver, it’s not uncommon to constantly put the needs of your child before your own. This training for caregivers focuses on the importance of self-care and supports. Presenter: Dan Dubovsky
FASD Training - Supporting Caregivers - Success For All
Feb 21, 2019 8:30 AM
Feb 21, 2019 4:00 PM
Caregivers of individuals with FASD have multiple areas of need and concern, and experience high levels of stress. This training will help service providers and peer facilitators better understand how to support caregivers resulting in more success for all. Presenter: Dan Dubovsky
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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?
