Not All Disabilities Are Visible
Not All Disabilities Are Visible: Invisible Disabilities Week Understanding Needs Beyond Appearance A person may need a seat on public transit without using a mobility aid. Someone may participate in a community event one day and need to rest the next. A person using a wheelchair may also experience pain or fatigue that others cannot […]
Bellwoods’ New Annual Report Is Here
Bellwoods’ New Annual Report is Here What does it mean to feel at home, make your own choices, and stay connected to your community? These are everyday parts of life that everyone deserves—and they are at the heart of our work at Bellwoods. We’re pleased to share our 2025-2026 Impact Report, an opportunity to look […]
Understanding Cerebral Palsy: Awareness, Access and Independence
Understanding Cerebral Palsy: Awareness, Access and Independence Cerebral palsy is one of the most common physical disabilities among the people we support at Bellwoods. Today, we celebrate these members of our community and the many ways they shape it – as neighbours, friends, colleagues, and advocates. What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy, often called CP, […]
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Today, Bellwoods honours the children who never returned home from residential schools, the Survivors, and their families and communities. We recognize the lasting harm caused by the residential school system and its continuing impact across generations of Indigenous Peoples. September 30 also marks Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led day […]
Bellwoods’ Annual Client BBQ Celebrates Community, Inclusion, and Resilience
Annual Client BBQ Celebrates Community, Inclusion, and Resilience This year’s Bellwoods Client BBQ came with one unexpected guest: rain. As forecasts changed leading up to the event, our planning team found themselves quickly adapting plans and reimagining the day to ensure clients could still enjoy the celebration. Thanks to the flexibility, creativity, and teamwork of […]