Category Archives: Virtual

🌶️ Spice up your evening with a taste of Thailand!

Life skills, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

On Wednesday, November 20, Ottawa Recreation and Culture’s virtual Taste of the World class travels to Thailand, where you’ll learn to make authentic dishes using traditional ingredients—all from the comfort of your kitchen! 💻 👩‍🍳 🍜
Time: 6 to 9 pm
Location: Zoom
Ages: 15+
Bring your family, friends or co-workers together for an amazing culinary adventure! Register today and receive your Zoom link, shopping list and recipe guide. 🌏✨
Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4fkwH5U

(Français) 🏠 Des services d’interprétation simultanée seront disponibles lors du Forum de logement pour les services aux personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle (en anglais)

Events, Housing, Virtual

Sorry, this entry is only available in French

🏠Creative Options for Home

Housing, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Planning a future home for a loved on with a disability can be a challenging process. Knowing the resources available is an essential first step, and many families have found creative ways to support their loved ones in having a home of their own and of their own choosing.

Join P4P on November 12 at 7:00pm for the Creative Options for Home webcast, where you’ll discover the steps and resources for creating individualized housing solutions. This free webcast will also feature a live Q&A with their panelist, Kelly Casey.

💻Introduction to Microboards, by Microboards Ontario

Presentations / Workshops, Relationships, Virtual

This introductory workshop takes you through the 5 W’s of a Microboard and how it can be a source of support for your family members into the future. Learn what it is, how it works, and the impact that a Microboard can have on a person’s life, and those of their friends/family by hearing from a family with a Microboard. Q&A sessions always follow.

🔭Virtual Astronomy Program (ages 9-16)

Education, Services and Programs, Virtual

Autistic youth are invited to join Autism Ontario on a highly visual and educational 6-week program with a professional astronomer from Astronomy in Action to guide you through the cosmos! Each week you will venture farther into the universe as you explore the night sky, constellations, planets, stars, galaxies, and so much more! They encourage participants to guide their adventure through curiosity and questions! Join Autism Ontario Tuesdays, November 5 to December 10 from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Register here: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=10272

💻P4P is excited to offer another Lunch & Learn webcast!

Presentations / Workshops, Resources, Virtual

P4P is excited to offer another Lunch & Learn webcast!
Whether you’re new to the Planning Network and their available resources, or you love the Planning Network but aren’t sure how to help families find the information they need – this webcast is for you.
Join them on November 5 at 12pm for the opportunity to walk through and learn about the Planning Network, while also receiving tips on the best way to share the Planning Network with the families you support.
Register at the link here: https://bit.ly/3T6BE9j

🏠Register Now: Developmental Services 3rd Annual Housing Strategy Forum

Housing, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Join DSO Housing Navigators for the Developmental Services 3rd Annual Housing Strategy Forum on November 26, 2024, from 9:30am to 3pm. This year’s theme is Creating Opportunity Through Community Collaboration.

Housing Forum Flyer

💻Webinar: Healthy Coping for Caregivers Using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Strategies

Autism, Caregivers, Mental Health, Virtual

Join Autism Ontario on November 14 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm for their upcoming webinar with Katy Albert on navigating life’s joys and challenges using self-compassion, acceptance, and value-driven action to promote healthy coping and improve caregiver well-being.

This session is ideal for caregivers, siblings, and family members of autistic children, youth, and adults. Professionals working with the autistic community and their families are also welcome to attend.

Can’t make it? Register to watch this discussion after the event On-Demand