Searching for Disability Associations

A volunteer organization dedicated to helping individuals with Tourette Syndrome, their families and other interested parties by gathering and distributing information, promoting local self-help and professional services and promoting research

Services include:
* information and support for the newly diagnosed
* resources/information to parents, students, educators, clinicians and those interested in learning more about TS
* supporting research and fundraising

Various chapter programs for stroke survivors, caregivers and families

• monthly meetings
• seasonal events throughout the year

• peer-to-peer support group for prostate cancer patients, their families and friends


• events include monthly service meetings (virtual and in-person) and Movember fund raising

Major services:

• Instructional Remediation: one-on-one tutoring in reading/writing or math during the school year
• Reading Rocks: an 8-week one-on-one literacy program for children 6-12
• assistive technology
• transition skills workshops for pre-teen and high school aged students
• typing skills program
• parent workshops and lectures, advocacy training and support
• ongoing parent support through resource facilitation and in-school support as needed
• on-site loaning library - books, videos and resource materials
• community education through annual Conference held each spring

See website for more information

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis

• website provides detailed information to help support those with arthritis, including how to find a doctor, accessing medications, learning to advocate and finding care
• online learning includes modules on managing chronic pain, daily living, staying active and mental health and well-being (see website for full listing)

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP):

• client-centred rehabilitation services (physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available)
• consultation and guidance on arthritis self-management in the home, workplace and community
• individual and group education sessions (topics may include dealing with pain, arthritis medications, exercises and others)

Provides support and resources to all affected by Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)

• support groups
• online support groups
• online resources

Peer support for those who have experienced a stroke to:

• exchange information and resources
• learn new skills
• explore the personal impact of stroke and build supportive relationships

Help survivors, family and caregivers through their journey with a brain tumour by providing connections with others who have faced life with a brain tumour thereby offering reassurance, reducing feelings of isolation and reinforcing a positive, hopeful attitude, and by sharing practical information to:

• help make informed decisions about brain tumour treatment options
• learn about relevant community resources
• enhance coping skills in order to reduce anxiety, feelings of loss of control and fear of the unknown
• talk to others about changes in family roles and the financial strain that can come as a result of a brain tumour diagnosis

• Support: nine scheduled meetings that provide opportunity for sharing experience and the time to socialize, peer to peer support
• Education: guest presenters who are myeloma and healthcare specialists
• Advocacy: bring awareness to myeloma, and to inform the local community of patient treatment challenges

• provides information to other interested parties
• promotes public awareness and measures to encourage individuals to take preventative steps when working or playing outdoors
• establishes and maintains a resource library containing current information about vector-borne diseases in general, and specifically literature about Lyme and other tick-associated diseases

• Loan equipment program
• Funding assistance programs for some leased and rented equipment
• Flexible funding program for small bathroom equipment

Offers a variety of workshops and support groups, both in-person and virtually

• please visit website or Eventbrite for more details and to register

Assertiveness Coaching

• learn how to ask for and receive the things you want from life
• practice communication skills to be more assertive at work, in relationships and other areas of your life

Self-esteem Series

• focuses on making positive changes and facing challenges head on
• provides the opportunity to foster friendships, build confidence and promote positive thinking

Divorce and Finance workshop

• a divorce financial analyst discusses financial mistakes women can avoid
• topics include selling or keeping your home, support payments, income tax, banking and credit

Family Law 101

• one day seminar introducing the basics of Family law and covering everything women need to know about separation and divorce
• topics include property division, spousal support, child custody and access, separation agreements and child support

Coffee and Conversation

• join the group for lighthearted conversation and snacks

Self care

• a monthly drop-in workshop for participants to learn ways to practice self care in the midst of all of the chaos