Last weekend Art (left) and Karl (right) checked out the Essex Fun Fest. They had a blast watching the Border City Wrestlers compete at the festival. |
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Andrea, Susie and Laurie enjoyed a visit to the Belle River Marina and cooled off with some ice cream sundaes and milkshakes. This may turn into a regular weekend visit for these three ladies. |
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Savion checked out some of Amherstburg's Mighty Machines at Toddy Jones Park. The park was lined with different police vehicles, firetrucks, and even some construction machinery. Savion had a great time! |
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An excellent resource for families that include people with intellectual disabilities is: www.ConnectABILITY.ca.
This is a site that benefits not only the individual supported but also the family and eventually the community. It is geared to include ALL ages - youth, adults and seniors.
Resources are provided that can be accessed anywhere in the province of Ontario. For example: under Connectability - Seniors - there is a listing: ‘Meaningful Activities’.
Why not visit this site and find inspiration from the offerings of our area and of the province of Ontario? If something isn’t available in our area maybe the other area offerings will spark your imagination? Why not explore the possibilities? By bringing these ideas forward you have the potential to create the same opportunities for your family member.
Ensemble listens to families. Change and resulting possibilities can occur but you as families have to take the first step.
Research available resources and share your wish list with Ensemble. Together - “ ENSEMBLE “ - anything is possible.
Enjoy a day of possibilities!
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Marilyn, Ensemble Family Consultant and the Advisory Committee
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Join Us! Become a Member Today! |
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A strong Community Living Essex County membership consists of people who believe in our philosophy, values, vision, and mission - people who care about the work we do, outcomes for people we support, and the future direction of our organization. Members can make a difference, influence the services we offer people in Essex County, and be champions of inclusive practices and communities.
Passionate about people with intellectual disabilities having opportunities to live a life of their choosing, to receive real pay for real work, to be active members of their community, to achieve their goals and dreams, and to experience full inclusion? Help us become MEMBER STRONG. Submit your membership application today!
In addition to voting rights, members-only publications, and events, we’re offering some new elements this year to members including discounted registration to our major events, discounts on Community Living Essex County branded clothing, and a new discount program at various Essex County businesses. We’ve even added some new benefits for Corporate Members.
Join the Member Strong movement! We’ve got welcome packages ready to send your way.
For more information, visit our website today or download your membership application using the links below.
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We Are Hiring and We Need Your Help! |
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Career Compass Employer Referral Program |
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Staying Healthy Throughout the Summer |
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When emergencies happen, having a plan in place is the best way to respond quickly and protect your family, your community and your property. Click the link below to make a plan for extreme weather, wildfires, floods and many other emergencies – before you need one.
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Maidstone Museum is hosting an open garden tour on July 15th & 16th, from 10am - 3pm. Admission to this event is by donation. Please visit the website by clicking the link below for more information on this and other events at the Maidstone Museum.
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The Windsor Food Festival will be held at The Riverfront Festival Plaza located at 370 Riverside Dr. E. in Windsor. The event is scheduled to take place on July 15th and 16th from 11:00am to 11:00pm. There will be many different types of food from various cultures to choose from, live stage performances, a kids zone, vendors and music. Click the link below for more information on their Facebook event page.
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Windsor Public Library is having another fun, FREE movie night on Friday, July 14th. 'Rookie of the Year’ will be shown at Walker Homesite Park, located at 1900 Seymour Blvd. in Windsor. Family friendly activities start at 7pm and the movie begins at sundown, which is approximately 9:15pm. Concessions will be available for sale through the Walker Homesites Athletic Club. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets as the movie will be taking place on the baseball diamond.
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BORDERS: The Music of Austin Di Pietro |
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This event takes place on Friday, July 14th at 7:30pm at Armouries Performance Hall, located at 353 Freedom Way, Windsor. 'Boarders' will showcase original contemporary jazz compositions by local trumpeter, Austin Di Pietro. This concert explores the influence of residing in a border region and the power of art and music to transcend physical and metaphorical boundaries. The show will feature an international band comprised of some of the finest musicians in Windsor and Southeast Michigan. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.
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Tecumseh Summer Concert Series |
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The Hospice Rubber Duck Race |
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On Saturday, July 15th at noon, 4,000 numbered rubber ducks will splash into the water, competing to be the first duck to float across the finish line. This new, family-friendly event, will be a part of the Belle River Sunsplash weekend of fun. For more information about the Hospice Rubber Duck Race, click the link below and help make a splash for Hospice!
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Enjoy the nice weather as you stroll amongst beautiful classic cars, trucks and motorcycles on the Fogolar Furlan grounds. There will be door prizes, raffles, food and drinks will be available for purchase. Proceeds for each car registration benefit Second Chance Ministries. Admission is FREE.
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Skilled cake artists create life like replicas of sewing machines, handbags and more! They keep you guessing in season two if these are real items, or just cake. 'Is It Cake Too?' Is streaming on Netflix now. |
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Chocolate Avocado Overnight Oats |
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These chocolate avocado overnight oat jars are so tasty and easy, you'll think that you're eating dessert for breakfast! Click below for the full printable recipe. |
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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If you could choose someone to narrate your life, who would it be?
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Which is your favourite movie genre?
Horror ~ 17%
Romance ~ 13%
Comedy ~ 49%
Suspense ~ 15%
I don't watch movies. ~ 6%
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