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Independent Living Waterloo Region

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Independent Living Waterloo Region is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities in living independent lives.

09/23/2026

Today is International Day of Sign Languages.

Sign languages are an important part of communication, connection and community for millions of people around the world.

Today, we're sharing a message that is at the heart of what we do:
Live life. Your way.

09/22/2026

Happy first day of autumn!!!!

Our Community Resource Program is planning for a busy fall season full of a variety of activities!

If you are interested in participating in any of them - reach out!

👉You can send us a DM

👉You can email us [email protected]

👉You can request to be on our mailing list too that comes out every two weeks and get it in your inbox every other Monday!

👉Do you have an idea for an activity that you would like to do?
You can let us know that too!

👉And if you are not able to attend, please re-share it anyways!

We are so happy to be able to offer these events for our Consumers, community-funded by you, for you.

09/18/2026

Our 2025–2026 Annual Report is here. A year of impact, connection, growth, and progress, guided by our five strategic priorities.

This year’s report highlights the work ILWR has done to advance our five strategic priorities:

🔹 Putting Consumers First
🔹 Opening New Doors
🔹 Chasing Excellence
🔹 Securing the Future
🔹 Growing Together

As our Executive Director, Janet Redman, shares:
“Thank you to our Consumers, employees, donors, partners, community members, and the Consumer and Family Advisory Council members for your continued support of Independent Living Waterloo Region.

Your engagement, insight, and commitment continue to strengthen our work and help advance ILWR’s mission ‘to support and champion Independent Living for persons with disabilities through self-directed services and programs.’”

From strengthening Consumer engagement and opening new accessible housing opportunities, to quality improvement, sustainable funding, and deeper community connections, the stories in this report show how we have turned our strategy into impact.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of the ILWR community this year.

Read the 2025–2026 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/4hjbNpW

09/15/2026

We are so proud to have received all of the official certificates and signage for the Accreditation with Commendation from Accreditation Canada .

This achievement reflects ILWR's commitment to providing safe, high-quality and person-centred services.

For more information, check out our link in our bio

09/11/2026

What a spectacular day yesterday — for so many reasons!

Incredibly grateful for all of the golfers who came out for the Deer Ridge Golf Club ’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

This tournament supports several charities in our community, including the ILWR Access Fund that provides individuals with disabilities in our local community with much-needed assistive devices, adapted technology and medical equipment to help them live more independently.

The sun was shining for most of the day and the golfing was fantastic! Even though there was no hole-in-one on Hole 13, a beautiful par 3 where Jim & Emily were set up, there were some pretty close shots!

Thank you to everyone who made the day such a success. We’re incredibly grateful for your support of the Access Fund and the difference it makes in our community.

For more information about the Access Fund and how you can contribute, check out www.ilwr.ca/access-fund

P.S. And then there were Jim’s pants. Spectacular. Absolutely spectacular. 😂

09/02/2026

Team work makes the dream work!

What do you do when one of your teammates isn't available for a group shot? Use a photo on a phone, of course!

The story behind this photo, and how we got to this moment, still makes us all laugh. The group just kept growing....

Behind the laughs is an incredible team working together to support ILWR's Attendant Services. From scheduling and supervising services to supporting our Attendants and working alongside Consumers, there are many people behind the scenes helping make independent living possible.

ILWR's Attendant Services provide assistance with personal care activities, supporting adults with physical disabilities to live full, active and independent lives. Services can be provided at home, at work, at school or in the community, depending on the program and individual needs.

This is just part of our amazing Attendant Services administrative team. And apparently, when it comes to a group photo, nobody gets left behind. ❤

Check out more information about Attendant Services here: https://ilwr.ca/our-services/

08/29/2026

Looking for a little sunshine this winter?

Our friends at KW AccessAbility are booking their upcoming 7-Day Caribbean Cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line.

The cruise takes place February 26 to March 5, 2027, with stops in the Caribbean and plenty of opportunity to enjoy some time in the sun.

This is a last-minute opportunity and the last day to book is September 9th, 2026, so if a Caribbean getaway sounds like something you’d enjoy, now is the time to reach out to KW AccessAbility for more information and availability.

Interested? Contact KW AccessAbility to learn more or email their booking agent,
Richard Kaufman
Email - [email protected]
Phone/text - 226-242-2992

08/28/2026

We’re pleased to share that Independent Living Waterloo Region has received funding from Enbridge Gas to support the continued growth of our Youth in Motion program.

Youth in Motion (YIM) is a peer-focused program that creates opportunities for youth and young adults with disabilities to connect, build relationships, develop skills and explore new experiences in an inclusive and supportive environment. Through monthly meet-ups and an annual youth retreat, participants have opportunities to try new activities, share ideas, and build confidence.

Thank you, Enbridge, for supporting our work and helping us continue to build on what we’ve started.

08/25/2026

You probably had to be there…

What a weekend at the annual Youth in Motion Summer Retreat!

Many experiences. Big laughs. Big ideas. And a whole lot of fun!

We spent the tropical-themed weekend making memories, trying new things and dreaming up what’s next for Youth in Motion.

And trust us… you’re going to want to see what we came up with!

Thank you to Courtney Movemeant for all for coming and starting us off by moving our bodies!

08/17/2026

The patio is calling... and so are we! 🌿

Dan, Emily, and Andee will be hanging out on the Beertown patio today - Monday, August 17 at 4:30 p.m., and we'd love for you to join us. No agenda—just a chance to relax, catch up, and enjoy some great company and summer vibes on the patio!

If you're free, come by and say hello! RSVP to Andee at [email protected]

Address

201-127 Victoria Street South
Kitchener, ON
N2G2B4

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

Website

https://ilwr.ca/

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