Sunbeam News

Junk Works Golden Triangle in Waterloo, Ontario ran a “HAUL-idays” Toy Drive this year – collecting toys from across our community. We are thrilled to share we have received three large satchels of new, unwrapped toys…

The Skyline Group of Companies has generously donated $5,000 this to the Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services holiday appeal in support of Sunbeam’s overnight respite programs.

At its core, Vidyard is a relatively new tech company that has made a name for itself by becoming the leading video platform for more than 200,000 unique businesses. By providing video messaging and video hosting tools, businesses can engage their customers and prospects more effectively.

Our Lighting of the Green event was carefully put together over a span of several weeks by Sunbeam’s Outreach Staff and took place on the evening of December 8th 2021. Although the air was chilly, those that were in attendance either virtually or in person created a warm and festive environment for all to enjoy.

Sunbeam’s respite program allows family caregivers the time to focus on much needed self-care. Such short-stay respite opportunities entrust the caregiving to Sunbeam, while allowing families the opportunity to recharge, find balance and reduce the likelihood of experiencing caregiver burn-out.

Giving Tuesday is recognized globally as a day of generosity and improving your community in some positive way and takes place on November 30th, 2021. This could be simple acts of kindness, volunteering or donating to your favorite local charity.

Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services received a $125,000 (Resilient Communities Fund) grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation over a span of 9 months to rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19.

Every year for the past 5 years, the Raymond Dietrich Memorial BBQ has held a fundraising event for local services that support those with disabilities. Over this past summer, they collected $14,000 in support of the renovations to our new dental clinic. We wish to thank everyone that’s been involved for their hard work and generosity!

It’s been an amazing 65-year journey since Pieter and Johanna Vos welcomed their first child with developmental disabilities into their home. Fast forward to today where through their efforts, Sunbeam now has helped more than 14,000 individuals and their families.