Ottawa Family Support Network

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The Ottawa Family Support Network (OFSN) was established for the purpose of providing education, support and networking opportunities to parents and caregivers of adults with intellectual disabilities.

Disability doesn't end at age 18.Neither does caregiving.Whether your loved one is a child, teenager or adult, we're her...
07/31/2026

Disability doesn't end at age 18.

Neither does caregiving.

Whether your loved one is a child, teenager or adult, we're here to support families through every stage of life.

Every journey is different.....but no one should travel it alone.

Share this post with someone that could use some support so they know we are here for them. ❤

☀️ What a wonderful day at the OFSN Summer Picnic!Today was all about connection, laughter, and making memories together...
07/12/2026

☀️ What a wonderful day at the OFSN Summer Picnic!

Today was all about connection, laughter, and making memories together. 💙 From friendly lawn games and creative crafts to painting our community OFSN banner, it was amazing to see families and friends enjoying time together.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make today so special! We’d love to hear your favourite moment from the picnic—share it in the comments below! 🌞🎨🎯

06/11/2026

On October 16, 2027, Special Olympics Team Canada will walk into a stadium in Santiago, Chile in front of a global audience for the Special Olympics World Summer Games. They will have trained for years.

Join the Safe and Secure Book Club This guided book club will help families imagine, plan, and take action toward buildi...
05/27/2026

Join the Safe and Secure Book Club

This guided book club will help families imagine, plan, and take action toward building a good life and a secure future for their loved one(s) with a developmental disability.

Register here: https://forms.gle/92KkbWchxTcTMdYu5

CCRW - Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work is hosting an accessible employment open house event. It's a great o...
05/27/2026

CCRW - Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work is hosting an accessible employment open house event.

It's a great opportunity for job seekers, students, parents, community members, employers, etc. who may benefit from connecting with service providers who supports job seekers and/or students with disabilities.

The event will be a great opportunity to:
- Connect with community organizations and employers
- Learn about accessible employment resources and supports
- Network with professionals and peers
- Celebrate accessibility and inclusion in our community

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/LdQiasfNcGGokFN86

Join the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) and Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) at the Confederation Educ...
04/06/2026

Join the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) and Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) at the Confederation Education Centre (1645 Woodroffe Ave.) on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. for the Transitioning to the World of Work: Resource Fair.

This event is open to all secondary students who are planning to graduate into the world of work, and who identify as needing extra support in obtaining employment. Families are also welcome to attend. Advance registration is not required.

To learn more, visit: https://www.ocdsb.ca/news-events/news/post/transitioning-to-the-world-of-work-resource-fair-for-youth-with-disabilities-on-april-8th

There will be a post secondary program for adults with developmental disabilities at Algonquin College in September 2026...
03/13/2026

There will be a post secondary program for adults with developmental disabilities at Algonquin College in September 2026 after all. Check out the details at www.aaadd.ca

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