Category Archives: Community

ABLE2 is looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals

Community, Uncategorized

Do you love sports or playing video games? Did you know you can do those activities with a Friend, and volunteer at the same time? Volunteer with ABLE2’s Matching Program!

They are looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals. Your companionship can help reduce loneliness and build meaningful friendships.

Why Volunteer?

– Make a positive impact in your community
– Help reduce isolation and increase self-confidence
– Enjoy shared activities and create lasting memories

Learn more here: https://buff.ly/6HWxjxe

Dreaming of owning a home but facing financial barriers?

Community, Housing, Resources

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa is now welcoming Expressions of Interests from families interested in learning more about upcoming affordable homeownership opportunities. They will notify you of future build developments in Ottawa or surrounding communities, or if units become available at one of their current developments.

Their Affordable Homeownership Program can help families access affordable housing for those who are unable to qualify for traditional homeownership.

Program features include:
✅ No down payment required
✅ Affordable monthly mortgage payments
✅ A pathway to long-term homeownership

Take the first step today! Visit https://habitatgo.ca/homeownership/ to submit your expression of interest. If you have any questions please email familyservices@habitatgo.ca.

Ottawa Foyers Partage to open a Tech Reuse store in collaboration with Compucorps Mentoring

Community, Grant, Services and Programs, Technology

Ottawa Foyers Partage is excited to announce that they have received a Seed Grant from Trillium. This grant has allowed them to open a Tech Reuse store in collaboration with Compucorps Mentoring. This store hires individuals with disabilities who face barriers to employment. Want to sell or buy tech? Check them out on Saturdays and Wednesdays from 10am-2pm!

Join Book Club with Recreational Respite!

Community, Recreation

Here’s your reminder to join Book Club with Recreational Respite! There are so many benefits of reading short stories in a group, including making meaningful connections, exploration new genres, engaging with diverse perspectives, and fostering personal growth.
Saturdays at 2:30pm ET (4pm NT/ 3:30pm AT/ 1:30pm CT/ 12:30pm MT/ 11:30am PT)
Register here!
🖥www.recrespite.com/virtual-services
📧groups@recrespite.com
📞1-877-855-7070
Recreational Respite offers a wide variety of virtual groups for young adults of all abilities (Ages 16+).

📞The Parent Support Line – FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior

Caregivers, Community, Resources

Being a parent is incredibly rewarding, yet it comes with its own set of challenges. You’re not alone on this journey. 🌼
📞If you’re seeking support, guidance, or simply need someone to listen, the Parent Resource Centre is here for you. Their Parent Support Line offers a FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior.
🕘Available Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri to from 9 AM to 4 PM. Wed from 11 AM to 7PM ☎️𝟲𝟭𝟯-𝟰𝟴𝟮-𝟴𝟭𝟳𝟯.
Prefer writing? Email them at 📧𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭@𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞.𝐜𝐚

🏫Reflecting on our Practice: Ten Ways Schools Can Foster Belonging Among Students With and Without Disabilities

Advocacy, Community, School, Social

Suggested reading by OIFN: Ontario Independent Facilitation Network

Check out this reflection guide from the PROGRESS Center at the American Institutes for Research. Although the questions are asked from an education lens, they can easily be applied to thinking about our communities and social groups.

https://promotingprogress.org/sites/default/files/2022-02/Fostering_Belonging_Handout.pdf