VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1

NEWSLETTER: SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS

A Successful Launch of Community Living Campbellford/Brighton’s 2016 Public Awareness Campaign! Community Living Campbellford/Brighton was excited to launch our 2016 Public Awareness Campaign consisting of many activities and events designed to raise awareness of Who Community Living is, What we do and What valuable services we offer to our community. Commencing with “Random Acts of Kindness Week” during the week of February 8-12, 2016, we distributed “Kindness Jars” containing flower seed packets along with 47 suggestions of random acts of kindness to 31 recipients throughout the communities of , Brighton and Cobourg. Recipients were encouraged to select one idea per week for the 47 remaining weeks in 2016 and “Sow the Seeds of Kindness” as they attempt to carry out each week’s idea as many times as they can. Attached to the Kindness Jars was a small bag of chocolates, a CLC/B pen and a personalized note of thanks. INSIDE THIS ISSUE... We were pleased to recognize the efforts and ongoing 2016 Public Awareness & May is CL Month! 1-4 contributions of some amazing volunteers during the week of April 11-15, 2016 during “Volunteer Appreciation 8th Annual Golf Tournament—SAVE THE 4 Week”. Small gifts of appreciation and a note of thanks were presented to just under 50 dedicated volunteers In and around Northumberland County 5-7 throughout the communities of Trent Hills and Brighton. People First Northumberland Conference 7

Summer 2016 Course Listings 8

“The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, CCRC & BCRC Bulletin Board 9 but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” DeAnn Hollis RBC Day of Giving in Brighton 10 Community Connections Expo 10

Awards Presentation & Tech Lending Library 11 Thank you!! Annual Service Recognition Awards 12 Welcome to 2016/2017 Board of Directors 12

“May is Community Living Month” activities on page 2….

Proudly inspiring possibilities throughout Northumberland County for over 55 years!! NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 2

In Celebration of “May is Community Living Month” As we do every May, Community Living Campbellford/Brighton proudly joined with other member organizations in the Community Living provincial awareness campaign of “Community Living Month”.

Mayoral Proclamations that “May is Community Living Month” in the Municipalities of Brighton and Trent Hills were made during April Council Meetings. We are appreciative of the support of our goals to not only raise awareness but to increase opportunities for people with an intellectual disability within our communities.

Day at the Legislature On May 12, 2016 a group of delegates from Community Living Campbellford/Brighton travelled to to attend the annual “Day at the Legislature”. Since 2000, this event has provided an opportunity for members and friends of Community Living to meet with members of the provincial legislature. Co-sponsored by Community Living Ontario and Community Living Toronto, the “Day at the Legislature” also provides an opportunity to celebrate the work that has been done collectively to create a more inclusive society and to look ahead at the work that still lays before us.

An Awareness Booth (complete with everyone’s favorite Plinko game!) was in place at the front of our Campbellford Community Resource Centre during the week of May 23-27, 2016. NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 3

“May is Community Living Month”…continued As part of “Community Living Month” and our Public Awareness Campaign, our Brighton Community Resource Centre hosted an Awareness Booth during the week of May 16-20 with a backyard BBQ on May 19, 2016.

Appetite for Awareness has long been one of the Organization’s main stays in celebration of “May is Community Living Month”. On May 18, 2016 a nutritious, pre-ordered, brown bag lunch was provided to individuals, schools and businesses in Brighton, Campbellford and Warkworth. This year, an invitation to participate was extended to Percy Centennial Public School in Warkworth as well as to the entire school population at Hillcrest and Kent Public Schools and St. Mary Catholic Elementary all located in Campbellford. Made possible by generous donations and contributions from local businesses, the event also provides the opportunity for Hillcrest Public School students to learn about volunteering and community involvement at a young age. The long term support of Mr. Muldoon and this year’s Grade 7/8 students is greatly appreciated! NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 4

Community Living Campbellford/Brighton partnered with Lakeland Multi-trade of Cobourg and took part in the Northumberland Big Bike Ride May 24, 2016 in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The CLC/B Lakeland Multi-trade “Heart Throbs” raised $1,762.00 in support of this worthwhile cause!

Mark your calendar now and plan to join us for our 8th Annual Golf Tournament!

It’s a lot of fun with plenty of great prizes!

For more information, please contact:

Nancy Brown 705-653-1821, ext 211 or Shawn Lumley 705-653-1821, ext 228

Remember to check out our webpage at http://www.communitylivingcampbellford.com/

https://www.facebook.com/CLCfordBrighton

http://twitter.com/CLCfordBrighton NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 5

In and around beautiful Northumberland County…. Jim V. attended an art group that met every Tuesday evening in Stirling. He completed two sketches and was able to gain some new skills from other members!

Beautiful work Jim!

It had been quite some time since Betty and her mom had been able to see each other and recently, they were able to reconnect for a visit. It was a surprise for Betty to go and visit her brother Randy and his family. Betty’s sister in law runs Ketch’s Korner, a small deli and catering business in Cobourg. Betty sampled the homemade soup, carrot cake, cabbage rolls, and cheese biscuits.

Betty gives the food a 5-star rating  !!

Roseann’s sister hosted a 51st Birthday Party in honour of Roseann.

A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words. Unknown NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 6

April, Mary and Richard were recently presented with certificates of appreciation for their volunteerism by the Campbellford Salvation Army.

George and Yvonne volunteered at this year’s Daffodil Day in support of the Cancer Society. Congratulations everyone!

Janice recently accepted a position of employment with Eagle Airfield and Natural Chemistry.

Congratulations, Janice!

Everyone loves a wedding! Congratulations to the happy couples!

Phil and Natasha were married January 9, 2016 Michelle and Dan were married March 19, 2016 NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 7

Relay for Life at the Hastings Field House June 11, 2016 Allan, Judy and Ann supported the recent Relay for Life at the Hastings Field House on June 11, 2016.

Allan with Kira Mees, Trent Hills Community Development Officer

13th Annual People First Northumberland Conference June 15, 2016 This year’s Conference was held in the Campbellford Community Resource Centre Acorn Room with keynote speaker Nick Foley from “Move for Inclusion”. Informative, educational presentations on such topics as “Mindfulness & Breathing During Difficult Times”, “General First Aid & Emergency” and “Housing Support Services” provided something for everyone! A “1970’s Theme” dance ended the day and by all reports received, everyone had a great time and this year’s Conference has been deemed a huge success!

Garden Design Course Our Resource Centre in Campbellford recently offered a Garden Design class—the focus of which was annual flowers and plants. For their assignment, each participant started with a similar pot and plants. Once everything was planted, participants were asked to explain their approach...everyone’s pot of flowers was displayed a little differently with various strategies used. By all reports, this was an enjoyable and very educational class! NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 8

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In and around Brighton... RBC 2nd Annual Day of Giving An RBC Day of Giving Employee Grant of $500 was spearheaded by Board Member and RBC Employee Stacey Brandon. The Day of Giving on May 23, 2016 also involved grounds beautification at our 1 Young Street location made possible by a contingency of fellow RBC employees and Community Living Campbellford/ Brighton Board Members.

Although the weather was cool and damp, it didn't dampen anyone’s spirits; however, it did make it necessary for some follow-up trips by Sean and Mary Clair to finish painting the wrought iron fence. A huge “THANK YOU” is extended to all!

Community Connections Expo “Safe Communities Northumberland County” presented the Community Connections Expo, Bridging the Gaps to Services at the Cobourg Community Centre on June 3-4, 2016. Keynote speakers included NHL Player Sheldon Kennedy and Olympic Gold Medalists Clara Hughes and Cheryl Pounder. Sessions covered such topics as domestic violence, cybercrime, trauma, mental health and much more! Community Living Campbellford/ Brighton hosted an awareness booth with information on our support and services, Passport, People First Northumberland and our Community Resource Centres. Pictured above, left to right; Emily Pomeroy (CLC/B), Lynne Simpson (Chairperson People First Northumberland), Dawn Lee (CLC/B), Melissa Cowey (CLC/B) and Shane Jarvis of Lakeland Multi-trade, one of the event sponsors.

211 is a helpline and online database of Ontario’s community and social services.

211 is answered and updated by highly-trained specialists. NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 11

Trent Hills Civic Awards Community Living Campbellford/Brighton was pleased to successfully nominate Patrick Muldoon, local elementary school teacher, to be named as the 2016 recipient of a Trent Hills Civic Award; namely, the Accessibility Award which “recognizes the efforts of an individual or group in promoting accessibility and the creation of inclusive environments”. Awards presentations took place on April 1, 2016 at the Hastings Field House. In attendance from Community Living Campbellford/Brighton to present Patrick’s award was Dawn Lee, Director of Quality Enhancement and Community Development (pictured) and Sean Clair, Vice President, Board of Directors. Inclusive Community Employer Award Presented The Trent Hills Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were presented on April 23, 2016. Hillside Haven Retirement Home was named as this year’s recipient of the Inclusive Community Employer Award. Community Living Campbellford/Brighton is proud of their continued sponsorship of this award which is presented to a business or an organization that demonstrates strong values towards hiring a person with an intellectual disability and is dedicated to enriching the lives of others through employment. Amy Sharp of our Employment Program was on hand to present the award; Michael Gestetner, Executive Director of Hillside Haven was unable to attend. Accepting the award on his behalf was Mike and Anne Broniek.

Community Impact Grant to fund “Tech Lending Library” Community Living Campbellford/Brighton was successful in a grant application made to the Campbellford/ Seymour Community Foundation (CSCF). On May 5, 2016, a Community Impact Grant in the amount of $4,858.89 was presented to our Organization at the Foundation’s Annual General Meeting held May 5, 2016. These funds will enable Community Living to purchase iPads, Microsoft Surface and a Video Camera that will be available for people we support and our community members to borrow and use. Representing Community Living Campbellford/Brighton were Rachelle Williams, Carolyn Anderson, Jennifer Hardy-Parr and Bev Dunlay. NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2016 HIGHLIGHTS PAGE 12

Annual Service Recognition Awards On May 11, 2016 the Board of Directors were pleased to recognize the contributions and dedication of this year’s recipients of a Service Recognition Award. On behalf of the Board, President John Mood extended his thanks and appreciation for everyone’s hard work and commitment to those whom we serve and noted that these awards are reflective a combined total of 150 years.

5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service Taryn Manning Andy Farrington Krista Lloyd Sadie Greenwood Mary Gibson Amy Sharp Sherry McDonald Yvonne Kiers Brenda Tully Alyson Wojewski Emily Pomeroy Leslie Holland

15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service Grace Hutchinson Kelly Marshall

30 Years of Service Pat Gozzard

56th Annual General Meeting Community Living Campbellford/Brighton Board of Directors held their 56th Annual General Meeting on June 8, 2016. Board President John Mood and Executive Director Nancy Brown delivered a combined report of the accomplishments and achievements over the previous year. Highlights included, but were not limited to, another four year accreditation from the Council on Quality and Leadership, a successful compliance review by the Ministry of Community and Social Services, assistance provided to those in our service who were part of a Class Action Lawsuit against the institutions where they once resided, and last but not least, the receipt of just over $398,000 over two years to establish a Residential Hub in collaboration with the Campbellford Memorial Hospital. These funds will be used to expand the housing options and choices available to those who are aging with an intellectual disability and to enable them to live more independently in their community without having to proceed into long term care.

Welcome to our Board of Directors for 2016/2017! John Mood, President Sean Clair, Vice-President Fred Wardle, Treasurer Christine Hammond, Secretary Marion Fennell, Director Donna McDonald, Director Jason Rae, Director Paul Smith, Director Stacey Brandon, Director Chris Park, Past-President Missing from the above is Board Secretary, Christine To contact Nancy or any member of the Board, please leave a message Hammond. Photo Credit: John Campbell at the Administration Office by calling (705)653-1821.