Community Support ےک ددم یک یٹنویمک comunitario di sostegno hỗ trợ cộng đồng 社區支援 சமூக ஆதரவு comunitario de apoyo সম্প্রদায় মর্থন هعماج تیامح Access Fall Edition2022 Meet the Community Support Team...………………………… 2 Meet the Project Search Team ………………………………….... 3 Parent/Youth Workshops …………………………………………....4 7 Couples Retreat…………………………………………………...……… 8 Summer Camp….…………………………………………………………. 9 10 Post Secondary Scholarships ……………………...…………..….11 General Meeting………………..……………………………………...…12 Annual General Meeting……...………………………………...……13 Marketplace & Learning Academy ………...……………….....14 16 Family Initiatives ………………………………………………...….…..17 Member Renewal …………………………………………………………18 Resources…………………….……………………………………………..…19 Sweet Potato Bread Recipe………………………………………....20
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Kayla Slimkowich
Ritu Singarayer
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Puja Jit
Community Support Coordinator (English, Cantonese, Mandarin)
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During the retreat, couples enjoyed a role playing workshop presented by a group of actors. The retreat allowed couples to relax, spend precious time with their significant other and focus on wellness. Furthermore, the retreat gave opportunities for participants to bond, encourage one another, and share with each other in a comfortable and relaxed environment. The couples were given beautiful gift baskets, which were centered around self care.
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Overall satisfaction rating according to survey participants.
The retreat was met with great positivity and participants shed light on their experience at the couples retreat:
100%
Survey Feedback 9.5/10
95% “
Survey participants said they got the break they needed.
Survey participants said the Couples Retreat enhanced their social network.
We liked meeting other families/ couples and found through hearing other couples stories that we are not alone, and there is a community.
Community Living York South hosted a Couples Retreat, Two Be One 3.0, from August 20th to August 21st at The Briars Resort and Spa. This event was made possible with grants and support from the Ontario Realtor’s Care Foundation.
Couples Retreat 3.0 Two Be One
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Campers were having fun with the photo booth at Toronto Zoo
CLYS
summer camps would not have been a success without the hard work and dedication from our summer camp employees! On August 26, we celebrated together with a presentation of certificates of appreciation, fun games, and food.
SUMMER CAMP 2022
CLYS successfully operated Summer Camp virtually and in 3 locations: Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan. We had 100 campers who joined us at camps from July 4 August 26. Campers had the opportunity to engage in various social, recreational, and life skill building activities. Special thank you to York Region District School Board (YRDSB) for their contributions to the success of this year’s in person summer camps. Karaoke session during virtual camp
Staff and campers having a blast!Field trip to SkyZone
Summer Camp Staff Appreciation
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Ways to enhance CLYS Summer Camp:
97% said absolutely or yes when asked if they would re-register their family member in the respite program.
97% 92% 97% 98%
Supported Persons Respite Satisfaction Survey
90% said they would come back to this program again.
“I had relief as I am able to work. I am also glad she is able to enjoy outside and enjoy activities in a social (setting).”
“Communicate and provide even more information before camp starts.”
Family and Caregiver Respite Services Evaluation
Surveys continue to come in, so far 59 families have participated in the survey
92% 90%
When participants were asked what new things they learned from the program, the top 5 responses were how to make new friends, arts & crafts, science and nature, exercise skills and cultural diversity.
97% said absolutely or yes when asked if the respite services they received provided a sense of relief.
92% of participants said very good or good when asked about their feelings about the program.
98% said that they would recommend our respite program to their friends and family.
92% said absolutely or yes when asked if camp provided them more time to do things that they wouldn’t have been able to do otherwise.
“I think the camp was handled well and COVID protocols were really good, we felt confident that he was in a good environment”
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Surveys continue to come in, so far 61 campers have participated in the survey
When participants were asked what they liked the most about the program the top 3 responses were arts and crafts, field trips, and games.
“I'm very happy to see my son get involved especially at this moment because he has been at home for 3 years”
Summer Camp Survey Results
“We've gone through the program before and it is the top programs. Activities are very organized, people are professional”
“More outdoor program activities.”
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Post-Secondary Scholarship
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Karen Penton Community Options MarketplaceCoordinator
Community Options
lrempel@communitylivingyorksouth.caAcademy
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Community Support Worker Learning
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Thursday Friday
This small group program is designed to build social skills of teenagers and young adults with intellectual disabilities to promote positive social relationships with their peers. Ages 16+ recommended. Outdoor In Person Sessions & Virtual Sessions on Google Meets every Wednesday 6:00PM 8:00PM . For more information contact: Danielching0@yahoo.ca OR 416 887 9744
Currently running virtual social activities every Thursday 7:00pm to 9:00pm. To register, contact Jude Farjami by calling 647 271 5487 or email j.farjami@gmail.com.
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Amazing Girls Group:
This group is for mature ladies to build up friendship, independence, and enhance social and life skills. Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm. To register, contact Amy So at email iama myso@gmail.com.
Adapted Skills Weekend Program:
Boys Social Group:
A social group for dads to engage in a variety of activities and discussions. The group meets virtually. To subscribe to their mailing list, visit specialdads.org.
Family Initiatives
Thursday Night Entertainment Program (Ages 10+):
Parent operated programs are one of the strongest running groups, with parents taking the initiative to facilitate and launch new programs with the guidance of the Community Support Coordinators. Below you will find a list of programs in each area:
A program for Tamil youth and young adults to socialize and participate in Yoga and Art Camp; Craft. Every Wednesday Camp; Saturday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. To register, contact Sumathy Seran by calling 416 554 9253 or email Sumathy, sumathy@thetcsn.com.
Special Dad’s Group:
THE ACCESS NEWSLETTER Fall 2022 18 Why become a Community Living York South Member? • Discounts on Respite Services and Camps • Invitations to complimentary workshops, information nights and events • Information on opportunities available in your community • Connections with others who share similar life experiences • Receipt of our quarterly Access Newsletter • Voting rights at the Annual General Meeting • A copy of our Annual Report
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3. Use a rubber spatula to fold in flour and baking powder until just combined. Fold in pecans and rai4.sins.Transfer
1/2 c. golden raisins
Ingredients
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
For the LOAF
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1 c. granulated sugar
2 tbsp. sour cream
1/2 c. powdered sugar
Make topping: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 4 teaspoons milk. Add up to 2 teaspoons more milk until icing is just barely runny.
4 to 6 tsp. whole milk, plus more as needed
6. Remove loaf from pan and transfer to a cutting board. Drizzle icing all over top of loaf, letting it drip down sides. Sprinkle toasted pecans on top. Slice and serve immediately.
For the TOPPING
Nonstick cooking spray
2 large eggs
1 c. mashed sweet potato (from canned sweet potato or a 10 oz. cooked sweet pota-
1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. chopped pecans, toasted
Sweet Potato Bread Recipe
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
Directions
1 c. pecans
1to)tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 c. vegetable oil
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2. Make loaf: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and sugar until combined. Whisk in sweet potato, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and salt. Whisk in oil.
batter to prepared loaf pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. Set on a rack and cool completely in 5.pan.
1 tsp. baking powder
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a 9” by 5” loaf pan with nonstick spray.
THE ACCESS NEWSLETTER Fall 2022 21 O u r S t a f f, O u r H e r o e s Donate Now: https://bit.ly/2XhD98w Our staff come to work daily to be there for the people we support. Their unwavering commitment to supporting people who have intellectual disabilities to stay well and have the essential supports they need during these unprecedented times is remarkable. We are in need of donations. Your donation will help to continue to keep our essential staff and the people we support well. We are welcoming donations of any kind.
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