ALSO - Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario

12/12/2025

Thank you to Patty Handysides Cklw for having our Executive Director, Leigh Lockyer Vachon, on air tonight during the Cans for a Cause broadcast to talk about the growing needs of our community, especially the need for affordable, accessible housing for people with disabilities.

This year, the need is greater than ever – in 2024, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul served 187,512 persons (both housed & unhoused) thru their food programs in their 29 conferences across Windsor and Essex County. This represents a 245% increase for homed people and a 915% increase for unhoused...

12/11/2025

How this program is helping people with disabilities get active
WATCH VIDEO 📺 https://tr.ee/zGAax7otvW

Community Living Essex County University of Windsor

12/09/2025

Discover one-of-a-kind gifts at the ALSO Not-So-Silent Night Market 🎄 This SUNDAY December 14 🎁 30+ local artisans and makers!

🏢 Explore two floors of festive shopping—all under one roof.
✨ Enjoy FREE entry, a gift-wrap station, and the perfect festive vibe.

📅 Sunday, December 14
🕓 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 1100 University Avenue West

👉 Everyone is Welcome! Bring your friends and family.

12/06/2025

Holiday Party at Fogolar Furlan Club of Windsor

12/04/2025

Wednesday marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. While steps have been taken to support those living with disabilities, many people continue to fall through the cracks.

WATCH VIDEO 📺 https://bit.ly/4rDcKgV

12/04/2025

Wednesday marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. While steps have been taken to support those living with disabilities, many people continue to fall through the cracks.

Click the link to Watch Video 📺
https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/video/2025/12/04/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-celebrated/

CTV Toronto - Sean Leathong reports

12/04/2025

What is Accessibility? A simple question with profound implications via WEtech Alliance

What does accessibility really mean, for people and for business?

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’re proud to share a powerful new guest blog by David Best that digs into that exact question.

Accessibility isn’t just a compliance checkbox; it’s a growth strategy rooted in dignity, independence, integration and equality. It’s about designing with people in mind, unlocking new opportunities for talent, customers, and communities.

Whether you’re a small business owner, a startup, or a seasoned organization, building accessibility into your digital & physical spaces can boost productivity, expand market reach, strengthen brand trust, and foster inclusivity.

💻 Read the blog here: https://ow.ly/7ue850XBCT5

12/03/2025

Thank you to Crown Accessible Medical Transportation for delivering this beautiful Christmas cake to our Day Program 🍰

Thank you for your outstanding service to our community ♿

🌐 www.crownaccessible.com | 📞 519.977.0666

Alt text: A festive Christmas cake with tree decoration, bearing holiday greetings and branding for Crown Medical Transportation and the Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario group.

12/03/2025

♿ Today, December 3rd, is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This year’s UN theme is all about "Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress." Let's stand together for the rights, dignity, and full inclusion of every person.

Did You Know This About Canada? 🇨🇦
🔸 1 in 4 adults (or about 8 million people) in Canada has a disability.
🔸 An overwhelming 72% of people with disabilities face barriers in their daily lives.
🔸 An estimated 1.5 million people with disabilities live below the poverty line, a rate nearly double the national average.

How to Participate & Learn Today 📚

🎥 Watch the UN's official virtual commemoration event - https://social.desa.un.org/

💻 Join the "Disability Poverty in Canada" Virtual Symposium hosted by Disability Without Poverty - https://www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/disability-poverty-canada-learning-today-make-tomorrow-better

⚖️ Tune into "Ways Forward for Disability Rights in Canada" with ARCH Disability Law Centre - https://archdisabilitylaw.ca/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-ways-forward-for-disability-rights-in-canada-community-involvement-in-un-review-processes/

🌟 Join the Rick Hansen Foundation for "The Power of Accessible Communities," a special live webinar with experts sharing real-world examples of accessibility in action (10:00 PM ET).
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4517622885523/WN_-gOfVuY5RfOy7qRfhOs-qg

Ready to take the next step? Visit the Disability Without Poverty website to learn about the critical campaign to . Let’s move from awareness to action! - www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca

12/02/2025

🌟 It's on December 2nd! 🌟
Get ready to spread some joy! ✨ Join a global movement of generosity and let’s make a difference—together! 🤝

Here’s How You Can Help: 💙
💰 Monetary Donations
Every single dollar goes directly to enhancing services and programs!

🔄 Cash Alternatives
Gift cards, vouchers, or store credits help us shop for what’s needed most!

🎁 In-Kind Donations
Donate goods or services—every contribution reduces costs and fuels our mission!

⏰ Volunteer
Your time is as precious as your donation! Let’s create impact together.
Email us at: engagement@alsggroup.org

🌍 Ready to make a difference?
Click to donate now: https://www.alsggroup.org/donate-now/

📜 A Little Backstory:
GivingTuesday started in 2010 and has since grown into a MASSIVE independent movement—with over $118.5 BILLION donated worldwide! 🚀

💫 “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

12/02/2025

Thanks to Meg Roberts of AM800 CKLW who recently came to Meet & Greet with our clients at the Day Program 📻🎵

12/01/2025

Today we learnt about charity gaming in Windsor we are excited about this new partnership! Find us at the Breakaway Gaming Centre in January! We can’t wait to share this new fundraising journey with everyone! Charitable Gaming Windsor