VON Family Supports
100-1151 Florence Street N5W 2M7 London, ON, Canada

My name is Sarah Howe and I am the Program Lead/Coordinator with the Special Services At Home and Passport programs at VON Family Supports. The last few months, our team has adapted to the current environment by working remotely. While working from home, I have been enjoying taking my dog, Banner, for lunchtime walks. She's pretty happy about it too! Let's see pictures of your pets! #MeetUsMonday #VONFamilySupports #WorkingFromHome #DogLife #Walking

The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services wants to hear your ideas, comments and feedback to help them improve supports for people with developmental disabilities across Ontario. Please follow the link below and complete the survey! It takes about 45 minutes to complete and will close on December 4, 2020. You can answer as many questions as you wish. https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca//d/making-ds-better-in-ontario/

Check out the socially distanced drive-thru Santa Claus Parade at London International Airport from 2-4:30pm today! Or, you can also watch the live stream of the event at www.londonsantaparade.ca https://fb.me/e/1LduMhD8X

Do you ever feel overwhelmed or frustrated? Watch the video below for a simple breathing exercise that can help ground you and calm your nervous system. Share a GIF below that shows how calm you felt after trying this breathing exercise. Or, maybe you didn't feel calm and you want to show us in a GIF how you felt after trying it! Also, feel free to share in the comments the colour of the balloon that you imagined while taking deep breaths.... #Breathingtechniques #calmyourmind #FeelGoodFriday See more

My name is Laura Kerr, and not only am I a Coordinator with the Family Supports team at VON Middlesex-Elgin, I'm also a Yoga teacher! Here is one of my favourite poses - Tree Pose. Ground down through your standing foot and bring your opposite foot onto your ankle, calf, or above your knee on your thigh. Remember to hold the pose not your breath! Do you have a favourite pose? Feel free to share in the comments below. Happy Monday!... #MeetUsMonday #VONFamilySupports #TreePose #Yoga See more

What's your favourite walking trail in London? We love being outdoors on sunny fall days in the beautiful local nature, taking photos to share with you! Hit the Like button on your fave trail's image below. Did we miss yours? Tell us about it in the comments below! . For more information on London's many trails visit: https://www.tvta.ca/ #VONFamilySupports #Walking #Trails #Hiking #LondonOnt #LondonOntario #ThamesValleyTrails #Outdoors #Photography

Check out this sweet story of community participation from our friends in Middlesex County!

The Family Supports team was busy today creating Make Your Own Monster kits for the kids attending the VON Great Community Run, Walk, 'N Roll on Sunday September 13th, 10am at Lions Park in Mount Brydges. We hope to see you there!

Did you apply for the Support For Families funding made available in the spring of 2020 to parents in Ontario? A reminder the deadline to apply is August 31, 2020. This is available to all eligible parents as a one-time payment, per child, of: $200 for children aged 0 to 12 $250 for children or youth aged 0 to 21 with special needs... Follow the link for further information, or to apply. https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-support-families

The countdown to the annual VON Great Community Runn, Walk 'N' Roll is on! Check out the post and video below for more information on how you can participate in person or virtually. (Watch to the end - can you spot our dancing Family Supports' Coordinator? Great moves Debbie!)

Did you know that Group Living and Supported Independent Living aren't the only options for individuals with disabilities outside of their natural family home? Here's a short video about LifeShare. In London, Middlesex, Elgin & Oxford counties, this program facilitated by VON Family Supports is called Familyhome. We are always looking for new Home Providers, Respite Providers, and Support Workers. For more information on how you can become involved, contact:... Shauna Belleville, Familyhome Program Lead/Coordinator 519-657-4570 ext. 22325 [email protected] #FamilyhomeFriday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt-orXvF0CE

Here's a family fun suggestion for afternoons when it's too hot to go outside or a rainy day. Take a virtual ride on a roller coaster at Canada's Wonderland! Which ride is your favourite?

Let's make sensory glitter jars! Check out this video for instructions, presented by our friends at the Woodstock Public Library. Visit their Facebook page to find weekly craft and activity ideas for all ages. Glitter Jars Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbY0uPzIeis

Consider Becoming a Familyhome Provider Today! For more information, contact: Shauna Belleville, Familyhome Program Lead/Coordinator 519-657-4570 ext. 22325 #FamilyhomeFriday

The Student Links program through Community Living London connects youth aged 14-21 with an intellectual disability to a community mentor who will help explore ideas for life after high school. The program matches students with mentors who share a common passion or interest, and is now being offered virtually as well! For more information check out the Student Links London Facebook page or contact the Coordinator, Sarah at: [email protected] 519-520-8268

Summer heat is in full force! VON Family Supports would like to remind you to be extra cautious with the high temperatures. Check out the image below for 10 ways to beat the heat and keep yourself safe! What’s your favourite way to keep cool?

There are over 70,000 adults with developmental disabilities living in Ontario. Many people welcome someone with developmental disabilities into their home. Here are three of their stories. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiHl8mjK0LY In London, Middlesex, Elgin, and Oxford Counties, this program facilitated by VON Family Supports is called Familyhome. If you or someone you know might be interested in becoming a Familyhome Provider, or if you would like to learn more, we would... love to hear from you! For more information, please contact: Shauna Belleville, Familyhome Program Lead/Coordinator 519-657-4570 ext. 22325 [email protected] #FamilyhomeFriday

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The VON Familyhome Program is currently seekingYOU! VON Familyhome is a program supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live in a family setting. We support Client’s in London, Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin Counties, and we believe that people living with disabilities belong in communities where they can live their lives to the fullest. The Familyhome program is experiencing a need for Home Providers and Respite Providers in London, Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin Co...unties. If you or someone you know might be interested in becoming a Familyhome Provider, or if you would like to learn more, we would love to hear from you! For more information, please contact: Shauna Belleville, Familyhome Program Lead/Coordinator 519-657-4570 ext. 22325 or [email protected] #FamilyhomeFriday

The annual St. Thomas-Elgin Teddy Bear Picnic events have gone virtual for 2020! Grab your fuzzy special friend and venture through the fun zones to explore stories, crafts, sensory play, and more! https://www.elginteddybearpicnic.com/