What kind of life does your family member
look forward to?
… Probably, like most of us, a life filled with…
- opportunities to do what we enjoy and are good at
- friends and family who like to spend time with us
- having a sense of control in our life
- meaningful work and other activities that build a sense of pride
- being appreciated and respected for who we are
- contributing to our neighbourhood and community
- a home that we can invite others to
- getting the unique support we need to be all we can be
ABLE (Access to Better Living Experiences) has been a local vehicle to help families to make that happen for members of our community with intellectual disabilities.
For several years, parents, family members and allies worked together to remove the barriers to a good life for our loved ones, and to build a more inclusive community for all. We hosted workshops, regular meetings, and guest speakers to increase our learning and develop practical strategies to meet local needs.
With the onset of Covid pandemic, we switched to connecting virtually for a time, to continue learning about one another’s hopes and challenges, and about “best practices” and successful initiatives in other communities. ABLE Fenelon facebook page still posts links to important news, valuable opportunities and inspiring stories.
ABLE as a group endeavor has remained inactive since ending public meetings during Covid. If you have something to share on Facebook, or have new ideas and fresh energy to revive peer support gatherings, please contact…
Diane Engelstad
705-886-0505