Category Archives: Community

🏡 Submit Your Expression of Interest for Affordable Homeownership!

If you have high rent, an unsuitable living situation, or saving for a down payment feels out of reach, Habitat Greater Ottawa may have the solution for you!

They are now accepting Expressions of Interest from families in need of affordable housing. By signing up, you’ll be the first to hear about upcoming application openings and available homes in our communities.

Don’t miss this opportunity—take the first step today: https://habitatgo.ca/homeownership/

ABLE2 is looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals

Do you love sports or playing video games? Did you know you can do those activities with a Friend, and volunteer at the same time? Volunteer with ABLE2’s Matching Program!

They are looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals. Your companionship can help reduce loneliness and build meaningful friendships.

Why Volunteer?

– Make a positive impact in your community
– Help reduce isolation and increase self-confidence
– Enjoy shared activities and create lasting memories

Learn more here: https://buff.ly/6HWxjxe

📞The Parent Support Line – FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior

Being a parent is incredibly rewarding, yet it comes with its own set of challenges. You’re not alone on this journey. 🌼
📞If you’re seeking support, guidance, or simply need someone to listen, the Parent Resource Centre is here for you. Their Parent Support Line offers a FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior.
🕘Available Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri to from 9 AM to 4 PM. Wed from 11 AM to 7PM ☎️𝟲𝟭𝟯-𝟰𝟴𝟮-𝟴𝟭𝟳𝟯.
Prefer writing? Email them at 📧𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭@𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞.𝐜𝐚

🎙️SPEAK Podcast

The highly anticipated return of the SPEAK podcast is finally here with the incredibly poetic Alyssa Wylie! Join hosts Debbie Ratcliffe and fin in conversation with Alyssa about her creativity and passions. She shares the meaning behind her fashion style, her love for dancing, her songwriting skills and more!

Make sure to add SPEAK to your favorite Podcast list, it’s a fun and insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!
Listen now: https://beingstudio.ca/speak/speak-season-3-episode-3-dreams-fashion-art/

The episode was collaboration with Chris Binkowski also known as “Bucko,” offers music compositions inspired by Alyssa’s words using AI and digital skills. BEING Studio and SPEAK gratefully acknowledges support from the City of Ottawa for this season.

🥦 Feeding Challenges

Did you know that feeding challenges are common among children with autism? Sensory sensitivities, picky eating, and mealtime stress can make it tough. Aidescanada’s Feeding Differences in Autism Toolkit offers insights and strategies to make mealtimes more positive and manageable for everyone.

Explore the toolkit for practical tips: https://bit.ly/4eUK1ND