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Vaccinated, grateful, and hopeful
Our Chief Executive Officer, Brian Swainson, was one of the driving forces behind Sunbeam’s leadership role in operating the COVID-19 Vaccine “Pop-Up” Clinics in March and April 2021. Across local Developmental Services agencies in Waterloo Region, the pop-up clinics vaccinated approximately 3000 individuals living with developmental disabilities and their essential caregivers, but he himself did not get vaccinated until May 2021…why not?
COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts on Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Amongst those who tested positive, adults with developmental disabilities were hospitalized at twice the rate of those without developmental disabilities (10% vs 4.5%).
Media Release – Enhancing Services
Kids Country Club announced today that it is transferring the operation of its Cambridge home for children with developmental, medical and behavioural disabilities to Sunbeam…
Letter to Sunbeam’s Partners – Enhancing Services
Sunbeam Community & Development Services has agreed to acquire a children’s respite home in Cambridge, with the transfer of programs and services expected to take place by the end of June.
Sunbeam’s First Graduating Class from the Conscious Care and Support Program
Congratulations to the first graduating class from Conscious Care and Support program from the University of Toronto!
Ontario Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services Announces the Government’s Plan to Reform Developmental Services
At Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services, we are committed to supporting this bold plan knowing that together, we can make a meaningful impact and support people with developmental disabilities.
Understanding Developmental Disabilities
A four part comprehensive virtual seminar to enhance your understanding and appreciation for the unique needs of people with Developmental Disabilities.
Stop the Spread and Stay Safe
Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services is launching COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing in May 2021!
COVID-19 Central Vaccination Booking System Now Open to Persons with Developmental Disabilities
On Thursday May 6th the Ontario Government will open the central vaccine booking system to those with “high risk health conditions”.








