In 1996, Bethesda donated the use of 30 acres of land to local farmers for international aid. This international partnership has been ongoing from 1996 to 2023. Grow Hope Niagara has contributed over $173,000 to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. foodgrainsbank.ca/why-we-exist/

Happy Family Day! Please note our Administrative offices, Children and Youth Services, Adult Clinical Services and Adult Service Day Programs will be closed Monday, February 19 for Family Day Thank you!

📰Thank you to our friends at ThoroldToday for sharing Bethesda's efforts for Pink Shirt Day “As an organization that provides compassionate care, it’s important for our leadership and staff to present a unified stance against bullying." Read it here: thoroldtoday.ca/local-news/bet…

🎳Yesterday, members from Bethesda's Community Relations Team, Human Resources Team and Adult Supported Living participated in Bowl For Kids Sake presented by Tim Hortons in support of BBBS of Niagara. Congrats to the organizers on a fantastic and fun event!

Happy #PharmacyAppreciationMonth This March, we join the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) in celebrating the incredible work of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and students across Canada

Get ready for a fresh start this season with our brand new Spring Service Guide! Open to families registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and Bethesda Children's Behaviour Services (CBS). bethesdaservices.com/spring-service…

Shining a Light on Independence: Bethesda's Supported Independent Living (SIL) Program. Read more about SIL at Bethesda in our Inspire Magazine, on Page 28! bethesdaservices.com/inspiremagazine

NC's Educational Assistance, Adult Supports, & Autism Behavioural Science programs are teaming up with Bethesda' Children & Youth Services for a second time to host a fun-filled experience for children. Read about how the partnership is benefiting our students & community ⤵️

Have you seen our Spring Service Guide? Registration opens TODAY at 5:30 PM! Don't miss out! If you have yet to create a membership, check out page 28 in the guide for a step by step walkthrough to get you started. bethesdaservices.com/spring-service…

Happy #WorldSocialWorkDay! We are incredibly grateful for the impact social workers have on the lives of the individuals we support. Their expertise, empathy, and commitment continue to empower those we support to live their best lives!

🌟 Today we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! On this special day, spread acceptance & awareness for individuals with Down syndrome. 💙💛 Together, let's embrace diversity & celebrate the unique abilities & contributions of people with Down syndrome to our communities.

“Whenever you feel desperate and you’ve crossed paths with Bethesda, rest assured that they will touch your life somehow.” Read more in Bethesda’s Inspire magazine bethesdaservices.com/inspiremagazine

Are you interested in becoming a Familyhome Provider? Call 905.684.6918 ext. 325 to learn more. Read more in Bethesda’s Inspire magazine, page 10 bethesdaservices.com/inspiremagazine

Going Purple for Epilepsy Awareness Today is Purple Day, dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy. At Bethesda, we support many individuals who live with epilepsy, and we understand the challenges they face.

Wishing everyone a happy Easter Weekend! Please note our Administrative offices, Children and Youth Services, Adult Clinical Services and Adult Service Day Programs will be closed Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1 for the Easter Weekend. Thank you!

ICYMI: Have you met Dorothy Swift? In our latest #InspireMagazine feature, we celebrate the incredible journey of Special Olympics medalist, Dorothy Swift! ✨ Read the full feature here: bethesdaservices.com/inspiremagazine (page 6).

Supporters of Bethesda gathered City of Thorold City Hall to mark World Autism Awareness Day. #Cogeco #AutismAwarenessDay2024 yourtv.tv/node/359357?c=…

Bethesda Adult Clinical Services will be hosting a free Virtual Workshop for caregivers, family members and support staff: Introduction to Inappropriate Sexual Behaviour and Knowing your Limits. This virtual workshop is offered virtually on Tuesday, April 23 from 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Everyone has a right to accessible health information. That's why Steffi explains it clearly! Together with Special Olympics Ontario, we want to learn how adults with intellectual disabilities use the Internet for health information. Complete our survey: bit.ly/3W0BF0O Bethesda

🌱Today, our friends at RBC with the Communities Together Fund, helped Bethesda's 'Sunnylea' home revamp their garden thanks to the Financial Planners from Niagara. We so appreciate the efforts of all volunteers and look forward to more opportunities like these in the future.