The people we support are the heart and soul of what we do.
Each person we support, comes to us with their own hopes and dreams. The best part of what we do, is discovering what their hopes and dreams are, and then working alongside them to make it possible.
Amanda's Story: Making it Work!
With Community Living’s help, Amanda has landed her dream job. “I love clothes and fashion. And I love to help people feel better about themselves,” she says. As an employee at “Smitten Apparel,” Amanda helps customers to find the perfect outfit for any occasion. Working in her chosen field, has benefits far beyond a regular paycheque. “I’ve met so many new people. And I feel more confident,” she says.
People 4 People - A Self-Advocacy Group
formed of people supported by CLGW
People4People is a self-advocacy group for people with different abilities in Guelph and Wellington County. We're here to listen, advocate and make change happen so that our communities an inclusive place to live, work, and play.
People4People's Mission
People4People is an accessible group of Advocates who believe that everyone has the right to be treated equally in their communities.
People 4 People groups meet in Guelph and throughout Wellington county.
One People 4 People representative sits on the Quality Monitoring Committee of Community Living Guelph/Wellington.
You can come to a People 4 People meeting to try it out. Click on the group in your area below to email us.
Learn more about People4People
Visit our People4People page to read past copies of the Advocate, to learn more about some of the active members and to get in touch!