Have a Disability?
Planning on having a Family?
The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT), through the
Parenting With a Disability Network (PDN), is pleased to present:
A Seven-Week Preparation Course for “Prospective Parents With Disabilities”
Learn more about:
• Making the decision to have a family
• Identifying your needs as a parent with a disability
• What to do when you find out you’re expecting
• Examining your birthing options: health care choices available
• Preparing for the birth – hear from an actual Midwife and Doula
• Bringing the baby home: Negotiating your Environment
• Resources available and how to access them
• Hear from current parents with disabilities COURSE TAKES PLACE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
Wednesday October 2, 2013
Wednesday October 9, 2013
Wednesday October 16, 2013
Wednesday October 23, 2013
Wednesday October 30, 2013
Wednesday November 6, 2013
Wednesday November 13, 2013
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
COURSE LOCATION: Centre for Independent Living in Toronto, 365 Bloor Street East, Suite 902 (Bloor & Sherbourne) COURSE FEES: $10.00 for CILT Members; $25.00 for Non-CILT Members
FEES INCLUDE: All handout materials and binder; Refreshments; Certificate of Completion; Attendant services; Membership to CILT and Parenting With a Disability Network
TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Carling Barry, Peer Program Assistant Tel: 416-599-2458, ext. 270; Email: carling.barry@cilt.ca; TTY: 416-599-5077
Space is limited. There are 15 spots available. CALL NOW. Attendant services will be provided.
Other accommodations provided upon request. Supported by a Toronto Community Service Grant, United Way and Social Development Canada