Goodbye 2023
As 2023 comes to an end, G.R.O.W. is happy toreflect on all the great things we have done overthe past year. We would like to wisheveryone a happy holidays and all the bestin the new year!
Dates to Remember
G.R.O.W. will be CLOSED on thefollowing dates:
- December 25, 2023- January 1,2024* Winter Holiday Break
- February 19, 2024 Louis Riel Day
- March 29, 2024 Good Friday
- April 1, 2024 Easter Monday
- May 20, 2024 Victoria Day
*dates are inclusive
Day Program
STAFF/PARTICIPANTUPDATES
In September, the Day Program welcomed anew participant, Simon! Simon joins G.R.O.W. after graduating from high school and attending G.R.O.W. in Gimli.
In the October, we welcomed a new facilitatorto G.R.O.W. Welcome to the team, Rachel!
G.R.O.W. also had the pleasure of hostingCaroline. Caroline is a part of the RRC Disability & Community Support Program andcompleted a 3 month practicum placement with the Day Program.
ELECTION PREPARATION
in September, G.R.O.W. collaborated with Elections Manitoba to host a mock election. Participants engaged in discussions about the importance of voting and even practiced voting using a mock election station.
GROWL DOG TREATS
In November, GROWL dog treats made are turn! Participants filled online orders and participated in a craft sale on December 5th.
The original flavours of Pumpkin & Peanut Butter and Apple & Cheddar returned with the addition of Chicken & Carrot!
Dog treats will continue to be baked and sold by participants throughout the year. Please reach out to the Day Program to place an order!
NEW DIRECTIONS WORKSHOP
In September, G.R.O.W. was invited to share resources on the topic of money management and financial protection with New Directions clients.
G.R.O.W.’s occupational therapist, Arielle, facilitated a two-hour interactive workshop that was available to New Direction clients through their supported independent living program.
COLD & FLU REMINDER
A reminder that if you are experiencing 2 or more cold or flu symptoms you will be asked to stay home from G.R.O.W. Individuals who are only experiencing 1 symptom will be required to wear a mask while at the program.
FRIDAY OUTINGS
Some of G.R.O.W.'s most recent Friday Community Outings have included:
- Movies
- Bowling
- Dalnavert Museum
- Shopping for Halloween Costumes
- G.R.O.W.’s Got Talent Show
- Going out for lunch at Pappa’s Restaurant
- Hanukkah Lunch
VOCATIONALPLACEMENTS
Outreach
RECENT EVENTS
Some of G.R.O.W.'s most recent Outreach events have included:
- Across the Board
- Karaoke
- Halloween Party
- Christmas Crafts
- Zoo Lights
- Corn Maze & Haunted Forest
UPCOMING EVENTS
WINTER 2024 OUTREACH
Outreach will continue for the Winter 2024 session in January. Some activites that you canlook forward to in the winter session include:
- Manitoba Moose Hockey Game
- Cycling Class @WheelHouse Cycle Club
- Comic Book Club
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Please ensure transportation arrangements to and from Outreach activities are planned beforehand.
Gain at G.R.O.W.
PROGRAM UPDATE
GAIN at G.R.O.W. has completed another successful session over the fall months!
The program was happy to welcome 5 participants who attended the Gain at G.R.O.W. program for 10 weeks from September - December 2023.
Thank you to the program staff Michelle and Alley for another successful session!
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
A weekly program held on Saturday’s that utilizes peer-teaching and a learn-by-doing approach to enhance or expand participants’ life skills, social skills needed forsuccessful participation inindependent or semi-independent living
UPCOMING SESSIONS
GAIN at G.R.O.W. is currently accepting applications for our Winter session, which will 12 weeks in duration. If you or someone you know if interested in improving their life skills through a weekly program, apply now!
SESSION DATES
- February 3, 2024 - May 4, 2024
The program will be closed on February 17th and March 30th
WHERE? 91 Willow.
WHEN? Saturday’s from 9:00am - 3:30pm.
Interested applicants areencouraged to apply via our websiteor by emailing Michelle at mlouis@growourway.ca