In mid-March, John O’Brien spent a week with us in St.Marys. John has visited our community several times in the last thirty years. The purpose of his visit was to provide an opportunity for reflection, a deeper look at our principles and how we move toward our vision and mission. By hosting nine gatherings during […]
Respecting Rights April 2018
Press Release for DB 2018 final FH Dream Big_POSTER 2018
Create A Smile Foundation In partnership with Community Living St. Marys and Area Thank you for your very generous support! Because of you and the Create A Smile Foundation, Community Living St. Marys and Area has raised over $16,500.00 pledged dollars. 2017 Walkathon Sponsor Listing Your support furthers our Vision of “A community where […]
The Ministry of Community and Social Services’ (MCSS) ReportON Direct Reporting Service has been publically launched as of Wednesday, November 16, 2016. The Government of Ontario is expanding ReportON, a new service for reporting suspected or witnessed abuse of adults with developmental disabilities. The 24/7phone line and email service is the latest step taken by […]
A Smiths Falls, Ont. mother is celebrating after reaching a human rights settlement with the Ontario government to keep her adult son, who has Down syndrome, living independently after they were told he’d have to move to a long-term care facility. Audrey Cole’s 52-year-old son Ian is non-verbal and lives in Rideau Lakes Township, where […]
Ombudsman Report “Nowhere to Turn” – Investigation into the Ministry of Community and Social Services’ response to situations of crisis involving adults with developmental disabilities. For the full report, please click Ombudsman Report Aug 2016.
