Check out this news story on Gillian Sumi, a long-term CILT member and program participant. She shares her own experience of life during COVID-19 and the importance of community support in being there for each other!
Read the Toronto Fallout Report to learn more about how Toronto has been impacted by COVID-19 and its knock-on effects on their website: www.torontofoundation.ca/FalloutReport
On November 27th, 2020, CILT hosted a live workshop on “The Second Wave: Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) for COVID-19 and People with Disabilities.” Please see below for links to the resources and recording from the workshop:
IPAC Webinar Presentation in PDF Format
IPAC Webinar Presentation in Large Print Accessible Word Format
For a recording of the video presentation, click here.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: These handouts and recording are for general information purposes only. They should not be taken as replacement for any medical/clinical advice.
The information is current as of November 27, 2020. The information and resources given are subject to change. For the most current information, participants should check the resources mentioned at the end of presentation.
The handouts and recording are the property of the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and neither the whole or part is to be circulated without expressed consent of CILT.
For any further questions or inquiries, please contact John Mossa, CILT’s Independent Living Skills Coordinator at 416-599-2458, ext 238.
On December 10th, 2020, CILT hosted a live workshop on “Self-Advocating for Accessible Mental Health Supports for People with Disabilities During COVID-19.” Please see below for links to the resources and recording from the workshop:
Important Questions How To Determine A Providers Disability Lens
Sample Format for Complaint Form
Standard Self-Advocacy Letter Template
How to Meet with your Service Provider
How to find your City Councillor, MPP, MP, Ward and Riding
See below for video of the recorded presentation (click on “CC” for captions):
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: These handouts and recording are for general information purposes only. They should not be taken as replacement for any medical/clinical advice.
The information is current as of December 10, 2020. The information and resources given are subject to change. For the most current information, participants should check the resources mentioned at the end of presentation.
The handouts and recording are the property of the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and neither the whole or part is to be circulated without expressed consent of CILT.
For any further questions or inquiries, please contact John Mossa, CILT’s Independent Living Skills Coordinator at 416-599-2458, ext 238.
The final session of CILT Peer Connect in 2020 will feature a seated yoga class with yoga teacher, Joanne Lowe. Join us to breathe, stretch and relax our way into this holiday season.
To register, please email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca
For more about Joanne visit https://www.bigstretchyoga.com/
CILT Peer Connect is a biweekly peer support opportunity for adults with disabilities. In every session we will check in and connect around how we are coping with stress and isolation as a result of COVID-19. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion and let us know if we can support with any accommodations. CILT Peer Connect is presented with generous funding support provided by The City of Toronto, The United Way of Greater Toronto, and Independent Living Canada.
CILT will be providing a workshop on IPAC education to empower people with disabilities in making informed choices about COVID-19, PPE use, and infection control measures. This will help people with disabilities to reduce their transmission risk so they can live more independently during the second wave of this pandemic. Chose one date, November 23 or 27, and register here.
Join us on Friday October 30th, 6:30-9pm for a slightly spooky start to your Halloween weekend.
We will meet on Zoom to watch Knives Out, presented with closed captioning.
To register, call Lucy 416 486-8666 ext. 226 and leave your email OR or email Rebecca at rebecca.wood@cilt.ca (registration is required to receive the zoom link).
Click here for more information.
The Province of Ontario announced that it will be funding a portable housing benefit (PHB) that will eventually support up to about 3,000 households across Ontario. The benefit will be available to any household that is eligible for the Special Priority Housing Category (SPHC).
This new Portable Housing Benefit:
If you received a letter from Housing Connections (Access to Housing) over the summer to review this alternative housing option, contact Housing Connections at 416-397-7438, or by email at hap@toronto.ca. More information can also be found on the City of Toronto’s Shelter Support and Housing Administration’s website, or by visiting a housing help centre.
Get informed and Engaged in Toronto’s fall municipal election through the City’s My Vote Toronto website.
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Access-r-ease is a webstore that brings you affordable, quality accessories to help make your life easier, with categories such as Eating & Food Prep, Boosting Accessibility at Home, School or Work, and Mobility Accessories. The website also has an Articles and Resources section. The owner is Maria Carmen C. Cruz.
