Everyone who has played cards, knows the power of connection when a group of diverse people sit around a table joined in a game of skill and sometimes simply luck! Bonnie moved to a new community and found it challenging to find places where she felt
On a beautiful sunny day in September 2016, a group of 93 people gathered together to celebrate the unique gifts and talents that each individual has to offer their community. This day was a partnership between the Grey Bruce Family Network, the Grey/Bruce Facile team and Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding
Andrew grew up on a farm in rural grey county He has a love of horses, a passion around connecting with people and a strong sense of faith. At the onset of facilitation, Andrew was clear that he wanted to move to a more urban
Anyone who has had the joy of meeting Sarah knows what a gregarious and warm soul she is. She is the social convenor in her group of friends – always hosting holiday gatherings and getting together for chats over lunch or tea. While Sarah’s fun
Shortly after graduating from high school, Laura moved from a small rural community where she grew up to living independently in a much larger community. Laura has a keen interest in food preparation and a gift for making others feel good about themselves. Exploring natural
This video shows how social inclusion can lead to a purposeful life for individuals facing significant challenges in daily living. Through creativity and collaboration within the community, strong reciprocal relationships can be built. McKenzie and his independent facilitator worked together with his family and his
A continuing partnership between the local Catholic school board and Facile Futures is helping high-school students living with disabilities in Huron-Perth access the support they need and plan for their future. https://www.stratfordbeaconherald.com/news/local-news/continuing-facile-perth-partnership-allows-catholic-board-to-help-more-students-with-disabilities
Joe Lambert’s efforts to educate post-secondary students about institutionalized living has impacted their learning, and earned him two prestigious awards https://www.stratfordtoday.ca/coping/an-abuse-survivor-recounts-his-story-to-a-younger-generation-7775033
Planning and facilitation is helpful in times of change, including when someone is ready to leave the family home, get a job, or volunteer, which can all happen around the time high school wraps up https://www.stratfordtoday.ca/helpers/partnership-to-remove-barriers-for-students-with-disabilities-7725705
Facile Futures is hosting an interactive ‘Joy in the Community’ workshop featuring guest speaker and facilitator Paul Born. A coach, consultant and community conversations facilitator, per his website, Bonn is the author of five books and is a sought-after speaker. “We want community members to come, so
Join this interactive workshop to celebrate inclusive communities and to be inspired!
Join us on October 11th at 7:00 pm to receives updates from our DSO representatives.
Join us October 4th at 7:00pm for an introduction session on DSO.
https://www.stratfordtoday.ca/local-news/forum-hears-of-struggles-solutions-for-disability-poverty-6605277
The 11th annual general meeting will take place virtually on June 22nd at 12:00 pm. Please contact info@facilefutures.ca to receive the meeting link.
Facile Futures is very excited to share McKenzie’s story. This video was made possible through the support of the West Perth Smart and Caring Community Fund and the Richardson Family Fund, both held locally within the Stratford Perth Community Foundation. This video shows how social inclusion can
We are so very grateful to be receiving $20,000 from Libro Credit Union. With this funding we will be able to provide webinars to families and caregivers and provide short term independent facilitation and planning to individuals and families in Perth and Huron County. https://www.stratfordbeaconherald.com/news/local-news/two-stratford-organizations-receive-combined-26000-through-libro-credit-union-annual-grant-program
Facile Futures has been awarded $11,000 to provide two workshops Safe and Secure to families and caregivers in Perth and Huron Counties. This workshop will help prepare families and caregiver for a safe and secure life for their loved one living with a disability.
The Huron-Perth Youth Employment Network Advisory Committee has launched an online survey to gather input and insights from local employers in Huron and Perth Counties. The goal of this survey is to help inform strategies designed to support increased youth employment and inclusive hiring practices.
