Community Living - Central Huron

🧡 Every Child Matters

September 30th is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It’s a time to remember the children who never returned home and to honour Survivors and their families. Reconciliation is rooted in the courage to listen, the humility to acknowledge past and ongoing harms, and an unwavering commitment to upholding the truth while confronting denialism in all forms. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples today and every day, committing ourselves to the essential, ongoing work of truth-telling and meaningful reconciliation.

2026 Theme is Everyone Plays a Part: It Takes a Community
This year’s FASD Awareness Month theme, “Everyone Plays a Part: It Takes a Community”, highlights the power of collective support in creating a society where individuals with FASD and their families can thrive.

When we talk about community, we mean more than professionals. Community includes families, friends, neighbours, cultural communities, schools, workplaces, and communities of practice – the many people and networks that surround and support individuals every day.

Supporting people with FASD and promoting alcohol-free pregnancies is a shared responsibility. When we work together, we create environments where people feel supported, valued, and able to succeed.

This year’s theme celebrates the strength, connection, and belonging that communities create. By learning, supporting one another, and sharing knowledge, communities can help individuals with FASD across their lifespan and promote healthy pregnancies.

Source: CanFASD, Canada FASD Research Network

Happy Labour Day!
As we honour the hard work that keeps our community strong, please note we’ll be closed on Monday, September 7 and back on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
While our office is closed, our incredible staff will continue supporting people throughout the holiday.
Wishing everyone a safe and restful long weekend.

Guess what? Chicken butt! 🤣 Kidding!

But seriously...Sibshops are starting again this month!

Sibshops are a fun opportunity for siblings of children and youth with disabilities to meet other siblings who share similar lived experiences. It's a chance to connect, have fun, make friends and just be themselves!

Click on post below to learn about how to register!

We’re excited to announce that Sibshop is starting up again on September 10th! 🎉

Sibshop is a fun and supportive peer group for kids and youth who have a sibling with a developmental disability, autism, or mental health concern.

It’s a chance to:
✨ Connect with other siblings who “get it”
✨ Share experiences and feelings in a supportive environment
✨ Build friendships and confidence
✨ Have fun and just be a kid!

👧🧑 Ages: 7–18
📅 Starting: September 10th
⏰ Time: 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Huron County Museum

This program is offered in partnership with Rural Response for Healthy Children.

📧 Registration: Email Andria at [email protected]

Whether they’re new to Sibshop or returning, we’d love to see them there! 💙