Broadview Village is a Ministry Unit of The Salvation Army providing supports and services across the Greater Toronto Area for adults with developmental disabilities and/or struggling with mental health challenges. Through Housing, Residential, Day Supports and Spiritual Care, our goal is to build bridges in our community and help those we support penetrate barriers and reach their goals..
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Canadian Down Syndrome Week
October 23 - 29
Canadian Down Syndrome Week is a week to celebrate those with Down Syndrome and learn to “See the Ability”.
Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society co-president Erin Mazzoni says when people see the abilities of people with Down syndrome there will be more opportunities for them to be included in all aspects of society.
To learn more go to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society website: www.CDSS.ca
9 Canadian Influencers and Professionals with Down Syndrome
Joey Moss
Joey Moss was a well-known Canadian dressing room attendant for both the Edmonton Eskimos in the Canadian Football League and the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League.
In honour of his memory, a bronze sculpture of Joey was unveiled in the Edmonton Oilers locker room.
Dylan Harman
Dylan is a Toronto screen and stage actor who has been employed in the industry since the age of 5. During his career, he’s appeared in several films including For Dorian (2012), The Memory Keeper’s Daughter (2008), and Rainbow Connection (2012).
His one-page resume can be viewed here.
Nicholas Herd
Since 2007, Nicholas has been working with L’Arche Toronto Sol Express as a performer, visual artist, and Creative Advocacy Director. He was also part of the award-winning play RARE, which was co-created and directed by Judith Thompson during the 2012 Toronto Fringe Festival.
Niall McNeil
A passionate actor, playwright, and director, Niall McNeil has been involved with theatre for decades, once an ensemble member of Leaky Heaven Theatre’s shows in Vancouver since 1999. He has also acted as a member of the English Acting Company of the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, performing in A Christmas Carol (2010). Niall has also co-written two plays, Peter Panties (2011) and King Arthur’s Night (2017).
Marie Webb
Marie Webb is a fashion and textile designer from Nova Scotia. During her career, she’s hosted runway shows and also displayed her work in an exhibition at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.
Her fashion label, Lemonade Stand Designs, has been part of gifting suites at the Emmys in LA and the Toronto Film Festival.
Meg Oshada
Born and raised in Alberta, Canada, Meg Oshada is a 26-year-old figure skater, contemporary dancer, and rhythmic gymnast. She is known for her grace and strength both while performing and in her everyday life.
Darryl Andaya
In 2019, Darryl competed in the first-ever Special Needs Taekwondo World Championship. During the event, he made history by winning two gold medals, one silver and a bronze. Even competing as a one-man team for the country, he placed fourth while representing Canada.
Teresa Pocock
An artist and self-advocate, Teresa overcame many setbacks in her life to discover her artistic streak. After winning a grant from the Vancouver Foundation, she began sharing her love of art in her illustrated poetry book called Pretty Amazing: How I Found Myself in the Downtown Eastside.
Source: Qi Creative Inc.
![tree with multi-coloured circle leaves [text] October is National Autism Awareness Acceptance Month](https://broadviewvillage.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/canadian-autism-awareness-and-acceptance-month-768x384.jpg)
INCLUDE. UNDERSTAND. ACCEPT.
Autism is a lifelong neurological condition that manifests during early childhood, irrespective of gender, race or socio-economic status. The term Autism Spectrum refers to a range of characteristics. Appropriate support, accommodation and acceptance of this neurological variation allow those on the Spectrum to enjoy equal opportunity, and full and effective participation in society. (Source Un.org)
Acceptance is sensory friendly spaces.
Autistics can be sensitive to loud noise, bright light, & strong smells so creating a space that minimizes these allows for a more inclusive & enjoyable experience. (Source Autism Canada)
Acceptance is affordable access to assessments and diagnosis
It is a common concern that children are not being diagnosed young enough to receive early interventions and adults struggle to find affordable access to diagnosis. With the recent data that 1 in 50 are diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum, these critical resources need to be accessible early and available to all. (Source Autism Canada)
Autism Ontario – See the Potential with Michael McCreary
This video, which features the incredible Michael McCreary, is a wonderful introduction to autism spectrum disorder. The video was created to support customer service professionals when they provide services or support to people on the autism spectrum; however the positive response from the general public has been overwhelming.
If only everywhere were like Canada’s first autism-friendly town! Through an amazing grassroots initiative that has captured the imagination of a whole town, Channel-Port aux Basques, Newfoundland, has become a place where it’s a little easier to live life on the spectrum.
Autism in Females: How is it Different? | Kati Morton
Kati Morton is a licensed therapist making mental health videos to help educate and empower people.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30, 2022
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
For more information about Canadian history and the Residential School System from The Orange Shirt Society see below.
Summer Send-off BBQ
July 22, 2022
Hello Folks,
I just want to share with you how much I truly appreciate the many hands that went into making the “Summer Send-off” BBQ’s a great success! The work by so many people was inspiring and truly made for a series of positive events. I had the pleasure of attending each of them for a short period of time and saw how much the events positively impacted each or our residents/participants and our staff – and felt personally the distinct pleasure associated with being together with people I value just “hanging out”. The opportunities for such have been far too few during the time of the pandemic. As one person said to me, the opportunity to get together in person, to see people experiencing joy at the simple things – good food, fun games, and fellowship – was soul saving. I look forward to many more opportunities for all of us to experience joy together in the coming weeks, months and years.
Many thanks again to all of those who worked so hard to make these events a success and God Bless you all.
Arthur (Art) Mathews
Executive Director – London Village and Broadview Village
New from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
There's a new way for families to apply for two direct funding programs that provide support for families of children and youth with special needs: the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) and Special Services at Home (SSAH) programs.
Effective April 29, 2022, the ministry will be offering an online application form for these two programs that can be used by all families, and agencies that support families, to apply for these programs.
The online application forms are available on the program page of each program by clicking the links below:
ACSD: https://www.ontario.ca/page/assistance-children-severe-disabilities-program SSAH: https://www.ontario.ca/page/special-services-home
Check out the COVID-19 page supporting individuals, families and caregivers from ConnectABILITY.
Upcoming Cultural Celebrations and Significant Dates
Upcoming Cultural Celebrations and Significant Dates
What we do
Building Bridges in Our Community
Building Bridges in Our Com-
munity
Day Program Services offers opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities and/or dual diagnosis to develop Social, Communication and Life Skills as well as engagement in our community.
Broadview Village provides programs with low stress and structured environments where individuals can develop social and work skills as well as real work opportunities to prepare for return to competitive employment.
With housing supports through Booth Supportive Services and both congregate living settings and supported independent living programs in established communities in the Greater Toronto Area, Broadview Village is committed to assisting those we support to optimize their abilities and quality of life to pursue their goals and personal dreams.
Broadview Village strives to support spiritual care for all persons. This support is extended to all residents/participants as well as the significant people in their lives, our staff and volunteers.
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