Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services

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Dedicated for 65 years (and counting!) to enhancing the quality of life for persons in Waterloo Region living with Autism, or diverse developmental & physical disabilities.

It’s Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week!From helping with daily activities to creating moments of joy, Direct...
09/07/2025

It’s Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week!

From helping with daily activities to creating moments of joy, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are at the heart of what we do.

To every DSP at Sunbeam: THANK YOU for your compassion, dedication, and heart.

Stay tuned this week for our DSP week staff spotlights and meet some of the great DSP’s at Sunbeam!

We couldn’t do this without you!

⭐️Meet Eyob! ⭐️Eyob has been attending sessions with the Brightside ABA team at Sunbeam over the past five months. Once ...
09/05/2025

⭐️Meet Eyob! ⭐️

Eyob has been attending sessions with the Brightside ABA team at Sunbeam over the past five months.

Once Eyob feels comfortable and supported, his vibrant personality shines through. He has been making great memories during therapy, including discovering new items and activities that are motivating to him. Known for his big smile and great sense of humour, Eyob loves to laugh and make others laugh as well.

🎶 Eyob is also a true music lover, singing loudly and proudly with no microphone needed! His playlists include Taylor Swift, Christina Perri, Hot Chelle Rae, Wiz Khalifa, Tyga, and Snoop Dogg.

Some of his favourite things? Chocolate cupcakes, sing-along music, and taking walks.

Keep shining, Eyob — the world is your stage! 💛

This month in Recreation & Wellness, our adventures take us to Tanzania!Ready to explore the vast wildlife, culture, and...
09/03/2025

This month in Recreation & Wellness, our adventures take us to Tanzania!

Ready to explore the vast wildlife, culture, and the beauty of East Africa, all from the comfort of our community spaces?

Check out the fun activities have planned this month: https://sunbeamcommunity.ca/recreation-and-wellness-events/

Hello September 🍂Friendly reminder that our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labour Day.Wishing everyo...
09/01/2025

Hello September 🍂
Friendly reminder that our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labour Day.

Wishing everyone a safe long weekend!

Meet Lydia!Lydia is a vibrant 15-year-old who lives in Kitchener-Waterloo with her family, including two younger sibling...
08/27/2025

Meet Lydia!

Lydia is a vibrant 15-year-old who lives in Kitchener-Waterloo with her family, including two younger siblings. She attends Bluevale Collegiate, where she’s taken on the role of a soccer team manager, helping with clean-up, handing out pinnies, and supporting the team behind the scenes.

Lydia is described by her mom as kind-hearted and always willing to help others, Lydia is affectionately known by friends and family as “weird” and “interesting”, in the best possible way. With her playful spirit, unique sense of humour, and love for doing her own thing, she’s always got something fun or unexpected to say.

Lydia enjoys playing guitar (even if she admits she’s a little rusty!), along with electronic games, card games like UNO, and board games like Candyland. She also loves to ride her bike, spend time with friends, and draw.

Lydia and her family have been connected to Sunbeam through SDRC (Sunbeam Developmental Resource Centre) for the past 10 years. Through service coordination, her family has received support navigating local services, and her coordinator has joined school meetings and provided guidance when needed. One of Lydia’s favourite connections has been her monthly social group, which she attended for about two years. When asked which activity she liked most, she said they were “all super fun,” but a standout memory was definitely going to Laser Tag!

Lydia brings joy, humour, and heart to every space she’s in. We are lucky to know and support you Lydia!

Our 4th Annual Sunbeam Kids’ Day was a blast! From firefighter high-fives to an inflatable corn maze adventure, Kids’ Da...
08/26/2025

Our 4th Annual Sunbeam Kids’ Day was a blast!

From firefighter high-fives to an inflatable corn maze adventure, Kids’ Day was pure joy.

Thank you to our volunteers, families, staff, community partners, and the generous donors who made this day possible. Your support helps create happy memories for the children in our community.

See you next year!

Next stop on our global adventures, Tanzania! Did you know Tanzania is home to Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanj...
08/25/2025

Next stop on our global adventures, Tanzania!

Did you know Tanzania is home to Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the world-famous Serengeti National Park? It’s a country rich in wildlife, culture, and natural beauty.

Grab your safari hat and join us as we explore Tanzania through themed activities, music, crafts, and more. It’s a fun and educational celebration you won’t want to miss!

Check out our excursion activity guide here https://sunbeamcommunity.ca/recreation-and-wellness-events/
and choose your adventures today!

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Meet Jolayne, Community Living Staff at Sunbeam!Jolayne has been part of the Sunbeam family for 23 years, but her connec...
08/22/2025

Meet Jolayne, Community Living Staff at Sunbeam!

Jolayne has been part of the Sunbeam family for 23 years, but her connection started even earlier as a high school placement student at Tradewinds back in 1997. Today, she works as a Community Living Staff, bringing energy, empathy, and creativity to everything they do.

Her role includes programming with individuals, providing personal care, advocating during appointments, and working closely with families to support their loved ones in meaningful ways. She plans engaging outings, runs a monthly game night at Kingsdale Group Home, and loves decorating for holidays to make the homes feel warm, festive, and personalized.

When asked what she enjoys most, Jolayne says, “I love my clients. Their smiles and reactions during activities mean the world to me. And hearing families express joy about what their loved ones have been doing, that’s the best part.”
One moment she will never forget happened during a summer trip to WindReach. Parents surprised the staff with an incredible BBQ meal. When Jolayne asked why, she replied, “Because you take such good care of our son, we wanted to do something nice for you.” It’s a memory that still warms her heart.

Outside of work, Jolayne loves swimming in lakes, being outdoors, and throwing creative theme parties. And fun fact? “I can drive a work van and not fall out of it!”

Kids’ Day is THIS Saturday! 🎉We’re thrilled to host our 4th Annual Kids’ Day! Celebrating the children Sunbeam supports ...
08/21/2025

Kids’ Day is THIS Saturday! 🎉

We’re thrilled to host our 4th Annual Kids’ Day! Celebrating the children Sunbeam supports and the kids of our amazing employees.

Huge thank you to our community for the outpouring of generosity. We will make sure your donations make wonderful memories, in addition to the many raffle prizes! 🧸🎁

📅 Saturday, August 23 2025
🕥 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
📍Location: Kingsway Campus, 2749 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener.

See you Saturday! 👋

Tucked away in Cambridge’s Hespeler neighbourhood, this fully accessible respite home has been a lifeline for families o...
08/19/2025

Tucked away in Cambridge’s Hespeler neighbourhood, this fully accessible respite home has been a lifeline for families of medically fragile and technologically dependent children since 2001.

Originally opened by a group of dedicated parents as part of Kids Country Club, the Sunbeam Kids Hub now flourishes under the care of Sunbeam. It offers specialized respite, a Snoezelen room, accessible bedrooms, and a team of compassionate staff who feel like family. ❤️

It’s more than just a home, it’s a safe and supportive space where children can play, rest, and grow, while their families get the support and peace they deserve.

Learn more about our inclusive living services: https://sunbeamcommunity.ca/inclusive-living-services/ -homes

Our 2024–2025 Annual Report is live! 📣This year, more than 16,000 children, youth, adults, and families received service...
08/19/2025

Our 2024–2025 Annual Report is live! 📣

This year, more than 16,000 children, youth, adults, and families received services and support from Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services.

Thank you to our staff, volunteers, families, donors, and community partners who make this impact possible.

Explore program highlights and positive outcomes, insightful stories from people supported by Sunbeam, learn about our Seating Clinic and Hospital Care program and so more.
Read the report: https://sunbeamcommunity.ca/2024-2025-annual-report/

Meet Danny!Danny has been living at Sunbeam for an impressive 32 years, earning himself a bit of legendary status around...
08/15/2025

Meet Danny!

Danny has been living at Sunbeam for an impressive 32 years, earning himself a bit of legendary status around here. Friends, family, and housemates describe him as outgoing, a lover of the outdoors, and a devoted foodie and coffee enthusiast.

This summer, Danny is looking forward to a camping trip to the Pinery, already dreaming of long walks, refreshing swims, and perfectly roasted marshmallows.

When he’s not out exploring, you’ll often find Danny tending to the backyard garden at Champlain. He’s currently growing tomatoes and strawberries and hoping to harvest enough berries to make a strawberry cobbler, or as Danny likes to joke, a “mini-cobbler” if the yield falls short.

Danny also enjoys swimming and going on long walks, especially when it means catching up with his pals from Rothsay along the way. Recently, he started exercising more regularly and even got a Cubii to help strengthen his leg muscles. He has a unique hobby of collecting construction jackets, bright orange, yellow, reflective, anything that looks like it belongs on a job site is likely to be found in his closet!

Some of Danny’s favourite memories at Sunbeam include camping out in the backyard, complete with a tent and cozy blankets, while hoping the mosquitoes stay away.

He also loves decorating the home for holidays like Halloween, Christmas, and Easter, enjoying the surprise and joy on everyone’s faces when they see the festive decorations.

Address

2749 Kingsway Drive
Kitchener, ON
N2C1A7

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15198936200

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