Success Stories
For thirteen years, Ineke and Dave have given of their time and support in helping clients within the WOCRC’s Adult Day Program (ADP). The Centre’s ADP is structured to provide an interesting day of activities for clients with dementia, while giving their caregivers a day off. The following Success Story is a testimony of how two volunteers have made a difference throughout the years in the lives of seniors attending the program.
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Building confidence and developing friendships are just some of the by-products families benefit from by attending the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre’s (WOCRC) Ontario Early Years Carleton (OEYC) program. Kerry’s success story is a good example of the importance of building up a community of support by accessing the services of the WOCRC.
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One of the key components to assist in the delivery of programs and services of the WOCRC is the development of partnerships within the community. Avenues of support have included initiatives such as raising money for the Centre, engagement in specific on-site tasks, and promotion of the WOCRC’s programs and services. The following success story incorporates all of these attributes, and is a good example of what it means to bring care and community together in Western Ottawa.
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Volunteers bring an abundance of skills and abilities to assist in the delivery of programs and services at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre. Matching up transferable skills with programs is an important component in meeting the needs of the Centre’s clients.
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The Snow-Go and the Snow Go Assist Programs, funded by the City of Ottawa, are offered by the WOCRC Community Support Services (CSS) to seniors and adults with physical disabilities, who require the services of a contractor or individual who will clear the snow from their private driveways and/or walkways.
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Under the Child and Youth Programs and Services, the Homework Club is a safe and nurturing place designed for students in the primary school system who would like to receive assistance with their assigned homework so as to improve their grade average throughout the school year.
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Quality care and companionship are just one of the many benefits that seniors receive as clients with the WOCRC – CSS. Ann Owens, a senior in one of the catchment areas serviced by the CSS, graciously agreed to share her story, so that others might also benefit from the wealth of services provided by the CSS team.
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The WOCRC’s Community Support Services (CSS) program has a host of devoted volunteers who provide a valuable service to clients residing in the catchment areas of West Carleton, Goulbourn, Kanata and Nepean. Commitment, dedication and compassion are the key qualities that volunteers bring to the clients of the WOCRC. The following Success Story is one of the many examples of how volunteers make a difference in the lives of people without asking anything in return.
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OEYC Baby and Me Group
Taking on the important role as parent/caregiver to an infant can present challenges especially when one is new to the experiences of looking after a small child. Attending workshops and connecting with other like-minded individuals can assist in making this new experience an enjoyable one.
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Irdiana's Story - Chrysalis House
Close the door and don’t look back,” exclaimed Diana’s mother, as Diana and her youngest child fled their home of abuse and violence.
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