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EYE ON

ACCESS

Issue 27 Living up to our Vision and Mission September 2016

Trip to Niagara Falls

What a great trip we had to Niagara Falls, we stayed at the Fallsview Casino and Resort.

We saw the Ricky Nelson Remembered concert and visited Madame Tussuads Wax Museum. Although we did not come home with pockets jingling from the slots, we

brought back memories of good times and a continued friendship that has lasted many years.

Submitted by Cindy and Sherry

Community Living Access - 89 Culver Street Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 2V5 Phone: 519-426-0007, Fax: 519-426-9549

Email: admin@communitylivingaccess.ca – Website: www.communitylivingaccess.ca

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Birthday Celebrations

On June 18th I had

an open house in my home where

friends and family came to help me

celebrate my 50th

birthday. My dad and mom, close

family friends Ena and Noel along

with other friends enjoyed

refreshments, and chocolate

cupcakes all while being entertained by Jay Preston guitarist and singer from the

Motion Groves band. I would like to thank my parents, all friends and Jay for

making this a memorable day for me! I would like to extend my thanks and

appreciation to the staff for all their hard

work planning my special day. My birthday celebration was not over with

the open house, it was just the beginning! I packed my bags and I

boarded a huge airplane with my mom and flew out to BC. My actual birthday is

July 3rd, I celebrated on that day with my mom and family. I have four sisters,

brother-in-laws and several nieces and nephews all living out west. I had the

pleasure of staying with my sister Dawn and her husband Glen where I had a

party receiving lots of gifts, cards and a HUGE birthday cake! I had a great time

with my family. I would like to thank my

mother for all her support and efforts to help make this special occasion possible,

“Thank you mom, I love you”. I would like to thank all my family for their love

and support. Last but not least a special appreciation and thank you to Dawn and

Glen for their hospitality. This has been an extra special birthday for me, it would

not have been the same without having

my family and friends celebrate along

with me. Thanks to all! Submitted by Dee

Carolyn

was joined by many

of her friends to

celebrate her

birthday

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What a Party!

I celebrated my 40th birthday on August 13th at the Legion in my hometown of

Waterford. There were about 40 people

in attendance. My family, friends and

some members from the church I attend came to help celebrate with me. I had a

great time and enjoyed seeing people who I haven’t seen in a while.

You had your choice of vanilla or chocolate cake and each cake had a

picture of me on it! There was a lot of food and beverages to choose from. My

mom made a very tasty punch.

I had many pictures displaying me over the years and important times in my life.

There was live entertainment from a former neighbor who sang and played

the guitar. It was a great day and I really loved that so many people could

share in my special day. Submitted by Aaron

Cottage Life

Nancy enjoyed her time at the cottage in Long Point this summer. She enjoyed a

BBQ and loved sitting in the sun porch watching the birds and squirrels at the

feeders in the yard. This was her first time at a cottage and hopes to make it a

yearly vacation.

Gardening

Trevor thought he

would try a garden this year

and planted peppers and

broccoli. He was very faithful

watering his garden. Especially

since it was such a hot dry summer

and it paid off. Trevor has shared

some peppers with his friends.

Submitted by M. Druiett

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My time on the Farm

I spent some time at Ralphy’s Retreat recently. It is a sanctuary for abused

and abandoned animals. There is mostly potbellied pigs and horses, although

there are some other farm animals there

like donkeys and chickens. The farm is located in St. Williams.

I met the pigs. Winston seemed to really enjoy my company although the owner said that he liked his personal space. He

was snorting and making noises and

walking beside me while I was in the pen with him. Cara the owner let a female

pig named Daisy out and she ate some grass off of my pants while I was sitting

on the ground. I enjoyed watching Cara feeding the pigs watermelon.

After leaving the farm, I went into Port Rowan for lunch and then to Twins Ice

Cream for a strawberry sundae. It was a full day, I would like to visit again soon.

Submitted on behalf of Patty

Day at the Toronto Zoo

One beautiful day in May Dorothy went

to the Toronto Zoo. She rode on the zoo mobile and took a tour. When the

mobile came to its last stop, we got off to walk around the zoo and saw many

different animals, including the Giant

Pandas. Many people stopped to talk with Dorothy and she would listen, smile

and laugh. There was excitement in Dorothy’s eyes when she saw the

animals, especially the pandas. Dorothy was so tired after her day at the zoo that

while out for dinner that evening she was falling asleep. At the hotel, Dorothy

went to sleep and did not make a sound the rest of the night.

Submitted by Mary Ann on behalf of Dorothy

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Province begins the process of consultations on the future of

Huronia Regional Centre

Infrastructure Ontario has just released an

online survey, asking people how they think the

site of the former Huronia Regional

Centre (approximately 175 acres of land) should

be used.

It is the position of Community Living Ontario,

that any future use of these lands should benefit

survivors of the institution and the First Nations

who were the original stewards of the land.

The Province of Ontario has no moral authority to

do anything else. If the land is ceded to any level

of government, any other special interest group,

or any corporation, the province will be doing

more harm to survivors, their families and their

supporters and disrespecting First Nations

people.

The background to the survey states that the

government’s current use of the site, on an

additional 87 acres, for an Ontario Disability

Support Program (ODSP) office, court house,

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) academy and a

public health lab, will remain. In fact, the survey

asks if the government should expand its

presence on the property.

Community Living Ontario feels the continued use

of the land by any level of government, is

disrespectful, and morally indefensible. The fact

that a Huronia survivor could potentially have to

go to that ODSP office and possibly re-visit past

trauma is unacceptable.

Please make your voice heard on this critical

issue.

The survey is open until September 30th. You

are also invited to state your views by email at

HuroniaCampusUpdates@infrastructureontario.ca

Infrastructure Ontario has also committed to an

“upcoming consultation” at a later date, where

we are hopeful that those who communicate

through other means will be accommodated.

To access the survey, visit:

https://www.ontario.ca/page/consultation-future-

huronia-regional-campus-land

Chris Beesley, Community Living Ontario

Except from Update Friday Community Living Ontario

Come One, Come

All to the

Quality Fair! Who: Everyone

Where: Community Living Access

89 Culver St., Simcoe, Ontario (Front Door)

When: Friday, October 21, 2016

1000-1400 hours

Learn about:

Healthy Relationships

Satisfaction Surveys

Reliable Interviews & Self-Assessment

Surveys

Complaint Procedure & Concern Line

Internal Committees

Voices Unlimited

Come and enter your name into the draw for a chance to win a great prize. Feel free to ask questions, and have a bite to eat and a short visit.

Hope to see you all there!

Don’t change so people will like you.

Be yourself and the right people

will love the real you.

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Christmas Party/Dance

You are invited to our annual

Christmas Party

Pot Luck Dinner & Dance.

Everyone is welcome!

Individuals Supported,

their families, friends,

staff and their families.

Date: November 13, 2016 Time: 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm

** Location**

Vittoria Community Centre 35 Oakes Boulevard

Vittoria, ON

Please bring a main dish, salads, desserts or vegetables.

We will supply the turkey, ham, potatoes, gravy, plates and utensils.

A donation of canned goods for The Caring Cupboard

will be greatly appreciated.

From Delhi

Take Hwy 3 East

Turn right onto Turkey Point Road

Continue until Vittoria Road (Concession 4)

Turn left and continue into Vittoria (Old Brock

Road)

Turn left onto Water Street

Turn left onto Firefighter’s Lane

Turn right onto Oakes Blvd

From Simcoe

Take Hwy 24 South

Turn right onto Vittoria Road (Concession 4)

Continue into Vittoria (Old Brock Road)

Turn right onto Water Street

Turn left onto Firefighter’s Lane

Turn right onto Oakes Blvd

From St. Williams

Take Forestry Farm Road 16

Turn right onto Vittoria Road (Concession 4)

Continue into Vittoria (Old Brock Road)

Turn left onto Water Street

Turn left onto Firefighter’s Lane

Turn right onto Oakes Blvd

From Port Dover

Take Hwy 6 South to Hwy 24 South

Turn left and continue until Vittoria Road

(Concession 4)

Turn right and continue into Vittoria (Old Brock

Road)

Turn right onto Water Street

Turn left onto Firefighter’s Lane

Turn right onto Oakes Blvd

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Subway Day is coming up! Our Subway day is quickly approaching

It will be on Friday, October 28th. Please place your orders by

Monday, October 24th.

experienced our Subway Boxed Lunch,

then it’s time you did!

On Friday, October 28th, we will deliver lunches which include a 6 inch sub of

choice and toppings made fresh by Subway. It also includes your choice of

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or water and a cookie, bag of chips with some carrot

and celery sticks. All for only $9.00!

This is a fantastic way for employees to have lunch together on a Friday or to let

your employees know how much you appreciate them and buy them lunch!

We currently deliver to businesses in

Simcoe, Waterford, Port Dover, Delhi, St. Williams and Port Rowan.

Additional order forms can be found on

our website at www.communitylivingaccess.ca or it can

be emailed to you. Please contact Shelly at smarinic@communitylivingaccess.ca

for more information or to request an order form.

ORDER FORM

Sub Choice – select one

TURKEY HAM

COLD CUT COMBO EGG SALAD

ROAST BEEF TUNA

VEGGIE BLT

Bread Choice – select one WHITE WHOLE WHEAT

HERB & CHEESE PARMESAN

HONEY OAT

CHEESE ________________________

Toppings

LETTUCE TOMATO CUCUMBER

OTHER _____________________________

Sauces

MUSTARD MAYO SUB SAUCE

Drink

WATER SPRITE COKE

DIET COKE

NAME:_________________________________

COMPANY:______________________________

ADDRESS:______________________________

PHONE #_______________________________

E-MAIL ________________________________

FAX #__________________________________

Payment options are:

VISA MASTERCARD

CHEQUE CASH

DAY OF EVENT – CASH AND CHEQUE ONLY

DELIVERY TIME(s)

Simcoe & Port Dover 11:00-11:30, 11:30-12:00, 12:00-12:30,

12:30-1:00 ~ Port Rowan 11:30-12:30

Waterford & Delhi 12:00-1:00

PICK UP TIME BETWEEN 12:00-1:00

Please Fax or email your order form to

519-426-9549 or smarinic@communitylivingaccess.ca

Thank you and enjoy your lunch!

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The 2016/2017 Calendars are here! Our Lottery Calendars are now on sale with $8,000 in cash prizes to be won!

Only 1500 to be sold, you can win more than once! Contact the office to get yours!

The first draw was September 13, 2016

The winner was…. Dave Babineau of Simcoe Congratulations on your winning of $1300.00

Your ballot is back in the draw for the future draws. Good Luck!

If you would like to volunteer for any of our fundraising events, please contact Marilyn at 519-426-0007 ext. 111.

We are now on Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/Community-Living-Access-1559924411004815/

https://twitter.com/CLAccess

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