Giving Back To The Community |
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Every year Stephanie participates on the North Area Christmas Committee.
For the past two years, because of COVID-19, things have been celebrated differently. Despite these challenges Stephanie continues to spread cheer and kindness.
Each year, Stephanie collects donations for different agencies in need. She has continued this tradition despite not being able to celebrate in person. This year she is giving back to Street Help in Windsor.
Stephanie collected donations on December 2nd from the Belle River area. She did this all contactless and is thrilled to be helping again!
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Getting Ready For The Holiday Season |
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Tony picked up his fresh cut tree earlier this week and decorated it with tinsel as soon as he got home! |
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Snow Haulers - Volunteer Today! |
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The Hometown Proud Facebook group is helping the Town of Essex Community during the winter months by shoveling snow. The Hometown Proud Snow Haulers is 'neighbours helping neighbours' with their driveways and sidewalks. If you live in the town of Essex and need a Snow Hauler, please post in the Facebook group and someone that can help will reach out to you directly. The Snow Haulers was created by Ray Renaud, who is a member of New Day and receives supports from Community Living Essex County.
Snow Haulers is also looking for volunteers to help people in Essex shovel their walkways and driveways this winter. Please email Ray for more information or check out the Hometown Proud Facebook group.
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Deanna applied to the Essex Region Conservation Authority to be an Enabling Accessibility Grant Youth Accessibility Leader. Deanna's project was to have garbage cans with lids along the Greenway trails, so that people with disabilities who may explore orally and don't understand the dangers of ingesting non-food items could enjoy the trails safely.
Deanna found out in September that her project was funded! Check out the above photo of the new garage cans that were installed along ERCA's Greenway trails!
Because Deanna advocated for change the Greenway trails are now safer and more inclusive!
Way to go Deanna!
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Seek Happiness And Relaxation
Forget Perfection
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Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season - squeals of laughing children and loud, frustrated outbursts from overwhelmed adults, there must be a quiet corner we can escape to reflect on the joys of the season.
As you are surrounded by all that is December, take time for yourself. Unwind in a way that says, "I can do this. There are so many happy moments to remember. The new year promises to be filled with challenges I will meet and find creative solutions for."
Nothing past, present or in the future will ever be perfect. Life would be predictably boring if it was!
You have now given yourself a pep talk and you have your priorities.
Relax! Be happy! SMILE!
Happy Holiday Greetings!
Marilyn, Lois and Rubina
Ensemble
ensemble@communitylivingessex.org or 519-776-6483, ext 225
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Virtual Supports Spotlight: Lindsay |
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Lindsay has been a part of the Virtual Supports program since the beginning. Some of her favourite sessions include Around the World, Tenzi, Farkle, game shows, crafts and anything musical!
Recently, Lindsay and her family took advantage of the border opening to vacation in Georgia. She has been doing amazing things there, and one would think that she would take a vacation from all things Essex County.
Not so - Lindsay signed up for her full complement of sessions, and even though she couldn’t have her supplies delivered to her, she kept in touch so she was able to purchase the supplies she needed for certain sessions. Lindsay said she continued to register for sessions while on vacation because she wanted to keep seeing her friends and facilitators, to chat and laugh, and to talk about and show pictures of her vacation.
Virtual Supports have meant the world to both Lindsay her parents during this long pandemic. Lindsay has been able to keep busy and plan her days to stay connected with her peers. Lindsay likes to be able to stick to a routine, looking forward to sessions, preparing upcoming activities and loves receiving surprise packages every couple of weeks when she is home. Lindsay’s Virtual Support family has been a huge support to her when she lost her beloved dog, Deegan, while on vacation.
Lindsay prepared all her craft bags, supplies, iPad and stand, laptop, all chargers and even her printer so that she can have the visual printouts of her chosen sessions and needed supplies while on vacation!
Lindsay unanimously won “Kindest Participant” award in Virtual Supports. Lindsay always has a genuine smile on her face and Virtual Supports would not be the same without her!
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Happy Holiday's From New Day |
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New Day would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year! May it be filled with lots of possibilities!
New Day will be having a virtual Christmas Celebration on Tuesday December 21st from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. If you are interested in attending and are not on the email list please send us a message at newday@communitylivingessex.org.
Stay safe and have fun!
Stay tuned for what New Day is up to in the New Year!
From all the members of New Day!
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New COVID-19 Instructions from the
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
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Due to the burden of COVID-19 on the region of Windsor-Essex, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit are issuing instructions to control the spread of COVID-19. Please click the link below to read about the new instructions. |
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Pasta Dinner Fundraiser For Giving Tuesday |
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Your donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar! Libro Credit Union has once again signed on as our matching sponsor, matching all donations up to $6000!
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Last Chance To Order A Holiday Basket |
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Look no further for the perfect gift this holiday season! Whether you're looking for a hostess gift, something special for a co-worker or some locally-made goodies to share with your family, we've got you covered! This beautiful basket is filled with items made right here in Essex County and beyond. We'll deliver your basket to your doorstep on Friday, December 17th, just in time for the holidays! This curated basket is valued at almost $100, but is yours for only $60! With only 150 available, you'll want to get yours before they're gone! This beautiful basket includes everything you need for entertaining this holiday season!
All proceeds support Community Living Essex County, a not-for-profit organization providing supports and services to children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Crackers 127 grams - The Cheese Bar
- Fig spread 9 oz - The Cheese Bar
- Organic pitted olives 10.2 oz - The Cheese Bar
- Christmas popcorn 30 grams - What's Poppin'
- Green holiday tea blend - My Little Tea Shop
- Glass cutting board - Coaster Creations
- Tea towel - Coaster Creations
- Coffee 250 grams - I Luv Coffee Roaster Inc
- 7 oz Christmas scented candle - Crafty Candles
- Holiday cookie cutter
- 6 Pecan shortbread cookies - Momma Bear's Bakery
- Gourmet Village Hot Chocolate - Schinkel's Meat Market
- Gourmet Village Hot chocolate - Lakeside Bakery Deli Cafe
- 1 sugar cookie - Crumbs
- Gift certificate for Pelee Island Winery (complimentary tasting & 20% off a botte of wine)
Local delivery in Windsor-Essex County on December 17th.
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Thank you to our sponsors!
St. Clair College
Rae Christen Jeffries Management Labour & Employment Law
Auxillion Group
Green Sun Rising
Dan Gemus Real Estate Team Ltd.
DPM Insurance Group
Med Pro Direct
ONSITE Services
AM800 CKLW
Lakeshore Contracting
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Last Chance To Register for the
VIRTUAL Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel!
Registration Closes at 10:00 PM December 9th
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The Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel is an annual event hosted by Ken Knapp Ford in support of Community Living Essex County, and this year we're celebrating 27 years! Join us VIRTUALLY!
The Virtual Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel offers a 2K walk/run, a 5K walk/run, and a 10K run! Participate anywhere and anytime between December 10-12, 2021!
Bring your family or social circle together, get festive, get active and get your jingle on! Run, walk or wheel in your neighborhood, at your favorite park or trail! Join us virtually for this wonderful event and get rewarded with a Race Kit that includes a blanket, water bottle, vehicle ice scraper and more!
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Downtown Windsor's Holiday Village |
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Maiden Lane is transformed into a pseudo-North Pole where residents and visitors can enjoy the downtown’s very own winter wonderland. Includes Christmas trees, Carolers on the Corners, and pop-ups by local confectioners and retailers. Shoppers can also visit neighbouring retailers and offerings at the nearby Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market.
December 11th, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
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Ford City Holiday Stroll & Vote |
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The 1st Annual Ford City Flicker Holiday Stroll & Vote Decoration Contest is running from December 5th – 31st. Go down to Ford City to see all the buildings, lots and storefronts on Drouillard all decked out for the holidays.
Starting on December 5th, there will be a form at this link to vote fordcity.ca/flicker. Winning businesses will be announced in early January and if you submit a vote you’ll be entered to win a wonderful Ford City gift!
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A Boy Called Christmas
Determined young Nikolas meets his destiny in a magical land inhabited by elves on a quest to find his father — and bring home the gift of hope. Streaming on Netflix.
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Candy Cane Martini Mocktail
Christmas mocktails are all the rage because they can be enjoyed by your whole crowd. These candy cane Christmas mocktails have lots of festive flavour. They are cool, creamy and perfectly pepperminty.
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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Eggnog, a Christmas do or do not?
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There are worse things, such as fruitcake
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Do you prefer a real or artificial tree?
Nothing beats the smell of a fresh cut pine ~ 26.9%
Artificial - it is more convenient and less messy ~ 73.1%
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