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SUMMARY:Peer Support for Families of Persons with a Developmental Disability
DESCRIPTION:Peer support is a way for families and caregivers to find help and support from others in their community with a similar and/or shared experience. Peer Support offers an opportunity to share information and build connections for your well-being and that of the person you support. This webinar will feature a panel of family caregivers who support individuals with developmental disabilities. They will share their experiences seeking out peer support through Family Support Networks\, starting their own Family Support Networks\, and the overall benefits of peer support. \nJoin us to learn about: \n\nPeer Support and its benefits\nFamily Support Networks and how to connect with one in your community\nPersonal stories on why seeking and providing peer support is beneficial\n\nOur Speakers:\nClovis Grant and Sherron Grant\, Founders of Sawubona Africentric Circle of Support\, a family support network for Black families supporting and raising Black children and adults with a disability. \nBetty Daley\, President\, Family Alliance Ontario (FAO)\, a family-based non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and representing thousands of families across Ontario who support a person with a developmental disability. \nKim Guillemette is a busy and proud working mother to three boys who will share her experience and appreciation of the value of peer support. \nAll attendees who complete the webinar survey can enter a draw to win an Ontario Caregiver Organization Water Bottle. This draw will be held on October 21st 2022\, and is only available to residents of Ontario. Winners will be contacted via email after the draw. \nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only. \nRegister at
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/peer-support-for-families-of-persons-with-a-developmental-disability/
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