July Newsletter

Check out what is happening in July!

In this newsletter, you'll find: 👇

Our bursary and scholarship winners!
Youth Participation Programs: Camps and activities, to help clients and families be their best.
Parent Education Programs: A variety of educational opportunities for parents, caregivers and the community.
Music Connections Jr. & Sr. Classes
What's coming up in August?

Award Winners

Ellie O'Connor Participation Bursary

Recipient: Derek Cramer

Nineteen years ago, an annual bursary was established to honour the memory of a respected and cherished TVCC colleague, Ellie O’Connor.

Derek loves music, water play, counting and the alphabet—and he’s also a great climber. Derek is non-verbal and often plays by himself. He requires the help of a support person to do things outside of the home. That’s why this award will be so important for Derek: it will enable him to attend summer camp for the first time.

John A. La Porta Scholarships

The Dr. John A. LaPorta Learning Award presents two $1,000 awards... one for a TVCC client and one for the child of a TVCC staff member. The award is intended to support an educational / growth experience and assist to realize a dream.

Kalen Fleming (Past TVCC Client)

Kalen has had a passion for cars for as long as he can remember. Kalen plans to pursue a career as an automotive technician. He will attend Fanshawe College in the Automotive Power program. The program provides Kalen with a co-op opportunity and the chance to work in another automotive shop. After completing the two-year program, he will earn his ticket through an apprenticeship program.

Aneika Lafayette (TVCC Staff Child)

Aneika has her sights set on a career in Child and Youth Care. She has a background working with children that includes everything from hosting parties for kids to working as an overnight camp counsellor. Aneika is looking forward to completing the last two years of her Child and Youth Diploma at Fanshawe College and exploring pathways for future students in a Teacher’s College program.

Read the full stories in this year's Annual Report.

Youth Events

Fun Fridays

July 8, 15, and 22. Join Horizons this summer for weekly Virtual Fun Fridays - a chance to have some fun and meet some new friends!

Click HERE!

Kahoot! Summer Game Nights

July 6th, Join Horizons for a night of Kahoot fun that features a Disney theme!

Click HERE!

Creating Friendships

July 13, 20, and 27. HORIZONS is running a new series for TEENS!

These events will help answer some common questions: How do you make new friends and how do I even get started?

Horizons Nintendo Switch Party

July 25th. Join Horizons for a Nintendo Switch Party! Come hang out, meet some new friends, and play some Mario Party. We will have 4 Nintendo Switches available to play, or participants are welcome to bring their own if they already have Mario Party.

Click Here for More Youth Events

Parent Education Programs

Summer Activity Kit

Summertime brings warmer weather and longer days, making more opportunities for NEW and FUN activities with your family!

Together, TVCC’s Therapeutic Recreation and Foundational Family Services present the 2022 SUMMER ACTIVITY KIT! Each kit will include a fun pop-bracelet (aka transition item), visual supports, tip sheets, activity ideas and game cards – all selected for you and your child/youth with autism!

Caring for You - Express Edition

July 14th or July 26th.

Focusing on yourself can be difficult! This is especially true when you are parenting a child with disabilities.

This Caring For You "Express" version is condensed from our original 4-part series. Join us for this 1-hour presentation designed to help you identify what's in your cup and to learn some simple ways to refill your cup within your daily activities.

Click the link below to see more events happening in July for parents!

More Education Programs

Music Connections Jr. & Sr. Classes

TVCC clients, 5 - 9 yr or 10 - 18 yrs (up to 21 yrs if still in high school) who live in Elgin-Middlesex-Oxford, Grey-Bruce & Huron-Perth counties.

All abilities are welcome!

Join us for a week-long musical journey! This program is suited for TVCC children/youth who are interested in group music. Participants will practice turn-taking and group skills as they follow along with our musical instructor.

Let's make music!

Sneak Peek for August

Preparation for Kindergarten

More Fun Fridays

Summer Adventures Camp

Youth Active Access

Horizons Independence Boot Camp

Canada Day

This Canada Day, we hope to be able to strike a balance between honouring Canada and recognizing the history of oppression. We can appreciate our country and also honour the people and communities that came before us and their many contributions to this land. Let's take a moment to also reflect on our past and the injustices Indigenous communities face.

There are many events to attend and celebrate our country but also consider the following:

📍 London

Turtle Island Healing Walk

📍 Owen Sound

The Sound Waterfront Festival

📍 Windsor

Free admission to the Chimczuk Museum on Canada Day.

Please fill out a quick, anonymous survey and tell us what you're celebrating this month.

Share Your July Celebrations Here!

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