…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Agency Overview

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Who We Are

Community Living ~ Fort Erie is a non-profit organization with more than 50 years experience providing advocacy for, and support to, individuals who have intellectual challenges and their families.

1957 Town Hall Meeting to discuss lack of services for intellectually challenged

1958 First school program at Canadian Legion

1964 Association became incorporated

1970s A shift in thinking towards those developmentally challenged

2009 CLFE employs approximately 80 people with a $4 million budget

Brief Timeline

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Our Mission/Vision

MissionCommunity Living ~ Fort Erie exists to promote inclusion and to ensure people with intellectual challenges have their rights and privileges upheld

VisionAn Inclusive community that only

sees abilities

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Our Services

Residential Support

Community Support

Family Support

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Residential Support

Group Living SupportsProvides accommodations to people who require 24 hours of care and support

Family Homeshare Support Provides a full-time living arrangement with a homeshare provider

Supported LivingProvides support and advocacy to adults with intellectual challenges who are living in their community independently

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Community Support

Promotes full inclusion for adults with intellectual challenges living in the community

Community Participation SupportsEmploymentVolunteeringRecreation & LeisureEducation

Supported LivingCase management supportLife skills developmentFinancial managementMedical support

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Family Support

Support is provided to families who have a child (under 18) living at home with intellectual challenges

Parent Groups: Provide emotional support and parent-to-parent networking

Family Planning: Goal setting to support the development of the child

Case Management: Coordinates the delivery of services to meet the needs of the child and their family

School Supports: Supports families in school advocacy issues

Respite: Provides parental relief through inclusive community camps programs and after school/weekend activities

  

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Our Commitments

People supported by CLFE will be engaged in meaningful community based activities

 Person centered plans will be aligned fully with the supports offered

 Our community will be a place where people with intellectual challenges will have the opportunity to fully and actively participate in the life of the community

CLFE will have financial security including diversified funding sources and some reserve capacity

CLFE staff will fully align with the values of quality assurance and with strategic direction of the organization

Staff will be motivated, recognized in meaningful ways and feel appreciated by the organization

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Volunteering

We have many volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. Our volunteers include students, retirees and everyone in between. Please contact us for specific requirements.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Event PlanningCommunity leisure and social activitiesFundraisingRecreational programsCamp Leisure Buddy program Administrative office supports Residential group homesDriver

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Volunteering Benefits

Enhance Your Social AwarenessAs a volunteer working with others, you'll learn to appreciate and work with peoples’ differences

Enjoy Better HealthVolunteering can give your mind, soul, heart, and body a jump-start! Many people report feeling healthy and content as a result of their volunteer activities

Grow Your Self-ConfidenceVolunteering allows you get practice adjusting to new situations, people and experiences

 Discover Your Strengths and Talents

You may be able to assume responsibilities or take on challenges you didn't know you were capable of

Strengthen Your ResumeMany employers look to volunteer experience to distinguish job applicants  

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Testimonials

“We were given the help we so badly needed…”

~Pat Chevalier~

“…I would not have been able to send my daughter to camp without the help of CLFE”

~Sheila Mohan~

“Volunteering at Community Living-Fort Erie makes me feel more alive”

~Yvette Loke~

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Our Mission In Action

What Does Inclusion Mean To Me?“If it is difficult for you to see me… I am included”

CLFE Employee~

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

How To Help

Donate

Volunteer

Become A Member

For more information, ask one of our representatives, call, or visit our website

www.clfe.ca 905-871-6770

…An Inclusive Community That Only Sees Abilities

Contact Us

P. O. Box 520615 Industrial Drive

Fort Erie. OntarioL2A 5Y1

Phone: 905-871-6770Fax: 905-871-3339

www.clfe.ca