The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. It is a milestone document, which proclaims “the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being – regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or...
Category: Community Awareness Events
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Maryvale Achieves Full Accreditation from CCA (Sept 29, 2022-Sept. 28, 2026)
In a memo to all staff, our Executive Director wrote “On behalf of the Board and the Management Team, I am so very pleased to announce that Maryvale has successfully achieved its full accreditation from the Canadian Centre for Accreditation, effective September 29, 2022 to September 28, 2026. I would like to personally thank all...
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Windsor Quilter’s Guild
This group of wonderful and very talented individuals spend endless hours in our community room creating beautiful quilts, placements and pillowcases. They donate to support the Children’s Aid Society, Child Can, Victoria Manor Supportive Living, Windsor Regional Hospital (pillowcases, baby hats etc), Angela Rose House (refugees), Meals on Wheels (placemats) with the two newest charities...
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Meals 4 Mental Health – Stigma Enigma Fundraising Campaign for Maryvale – November 5 – 12
Meals 4 Mental Health – Stigma Enigma Fundraising Campaign for Maryvale – November 5 – 12 We would like to thank everyone who was involved in making this year’s campaign a success. First, we would like to start off with our sponsors for their generous donations—ENWIN for a large monetary donation and Tim Hortons 1...
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Parent Support Call-In Line
Did you know that Maryvale has a new brief phone service that is available to parents/caregivers of youth ages 13-17? One of our Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) trained staff will provide parenting strategies with a focus on developing positive relationships and improving communication. It is accessible Tuesday – Thursday, 8 AM – 6 PM....
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Transgender Awareness Week is November 13-19. Transgender Day of Remembrance is November 20
Transgender Awareness Week is November 13-19 which leads up to the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. This day honours the lives lost to transgender violence. Transgender and Gender Diverse people continue to face violence, systematic barriers, and oppression. We can support them by continuing to educate ourselves, listening to their stories, raising awareness,...
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TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR NOVEMBER 18 TRUFFLES DINNER FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR MARYVALE
Dinner crafted by local Chef Rob Bertozzi and narrated by host and truffle distributor Wanda Srdoc will be a one-of-a-kind dining experience. To purchase your tickets: Contact Rosanne St. Denis at Maryvale at 519-258-0484 ext. 2459 or by email at: rstdenis@maryvale.ca Contact Dr. Smith’s office at 519-819-1119
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This is Invisible Disabilities Week
This week is intended to raise awareness of invisible disabilities and the barriers people living with this type of disability experience. An invisible disability is a disability that is not immediately obvious with visible symptoms and may not require assistive devices. It often refers to chronic illnesses and pain conditions, but can also include learning...
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Maryvale Family Navigation Team – Table at VistaPrint Wellness Event
Maryvale’s Family Navigation team at the Sept. 23, 2022 Vistaprint Wellness Fair was able to talk to Vistaprint employees about our services/importance of mental health, providing brochures & resources. Call 519-259-0484 to inquire re: our programs/connect with a Family Navigator.
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Today is National Coming Out Day
October 11 is National Coming Out Day and is an annual awareness day that recognizes the process of ‘coming out’. Many 2SLGBTQIA+ people spend time ‘In the closet’ before coming out to their family and friends, but some are faced with ignorance and homophobia. National Coming Out Day educates family, friends and colleagues on the...