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My Toast Life: How Creative Options Supports People With Disabilities in Regina

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How Creative Options Supports People With Disabilities in Regina

July 25, 2023/inBlog, Gentle Teaching, Media

“In a culture of gentleness, interactions are warm, welcoming and aimed at nurturing relationships based on equality and interdependence. Our focus is on building a sense of companionship and community with those we serve.”

The above quotation from Michael Lavis, CEO outlines the philosophy here at Creative Options Regina. At COR our main focus is to ensure that people we support feel safe, valued and respected.  Creative Options started in 2009 in order to provide personalized support services to people with intellectual disabilities and often a mental health diagnosis.  COR helps individuals who need access to multiple services by connecting individuals to whatever services they need in the community.

For an in depth look and a better understanding of the philosophy and stories of the many people who benefit from COR services and opportunities take a look at the full article here on My Toast Life.

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COR is one of many non-profits and initiatives doing good work in Regina. Guru Nanak Free Kitchen provides hundreds of free meals every Sunday at the corner of Dewdney Avenue and Angus Street.

The Lady Viak and Afro Mentorship programs support local women and children. The newly formed Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan hopes to help 21 families in 2021. And one local woman is protecting the bird population in Regina’s Cathedral community.

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There’s something incredible about the exact moment we do something for the first time ❤️ 
This summer’s adventures will be full of them! 

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The COR Academy is proud to support CareCon 2026 as a Speaker Sponsor!

Hosted by @stratlab, CareCon brings together nonprofit leaders, community builders, educators, marketers, and changemakers for a day of learning, connection, and meaningful conversations.

Supporting growth, development, and community connection is at the heart of the COR Academy, and we're excited to be part of the conversation in Regina at Darke Hall and The Cultivator.

Interested in attending? Tickets are still available at stratlab.ca/carecon or through the link in bio.

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🌈 We're honoured to be part of the Queen City Pride Gala on May 30, where Char Sylvester, our Supportive Living Coordinator, presented the COR Young Person of Pride Award.

Congratulations to this year's recipient, Maxwell Baiton, for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces for 2SLGBTQIAP+ youth in Regina!

Thank you to Queen City Pride for recognizing and celebrating the individuals helping create positive change in our community.

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🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

This month, we recognize and support our COR team members who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Pride Month is a celebration of identity, visibility, acceptance, and the ongoing work to create communities where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to live openly and authentically. 

Wishing everyone a joyful and colorful Pride Month! 🌈

#HappyPride #PrideMonth #CORfam #CourageToCare #CultureOfGentleness

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🥏 ☀️ Discs flying on a beautiful day outdoors!

Did you know Douglas Park has an incredible disc golf course? A crew heads out weekly to enjoy fresh air, great company, and a little friendly competition.

So much fun watching everyone connect, laugh, and stay active together!

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We are proud to have been selected as one of the recipients of the Saskatchewan Blue Cross 80 Years, 80 Grants Initiative! 

This support helps us continue creating meaningful opportunities and experiences within our community, and we are honoured to be part of this celebration.

Thank you, Saskatchewan Blue Cross, for including us in your milestone year and for investing in communities across Saskatchewan!

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“That hardwiring is disrupted. It’s kind of taught out of us sometimes. When we’re not safe, then we’re not really connected & engaged.” 

Follow the 🔗 in our Bio and join these discussions with us in the COR Academy ❤️ 
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For Param, the best part of this work is creating spaces where people feel comfortable being themselves.

As an Adventurer at COR, he helps plan, facilitate and connect people with community events and activities. Beyond the excitement of the activities, it’s the relationships and connections that help people feel safe and welcomed that make this work meaningful to him.

👉 Become part of the COR family → Link in bio

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May Blooms at COR 🌷

Our latest newsletter shares some of the moments, people, and stories that continue to shape our community. From celebrating DSP Week, to Tysen’s inspiring journey of hope, inclusive recreation through Short Breaks, new adventures, and everyday moments of connection and care. 

We’re grateful to be growing, learning, and building community together. 

📬 Read the full newsletter → link in bio

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“Thank you for creating so many fun memories together!”

As we wrap up DSP Week, Heather is celebrating Dawn for all of the moments they’ve shared together — the laughs, adventures, conversations, and memories that continue to brighten each day. The time they spend together and the memories they continue to create mean so much to Heather.

Thank you, Dawn, for all of the fun, laughter, and memorable moments you continue to share together!

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“Gentle Teaching is a philosophy. It’s an approach and a way of being present and caring. That’s hard to measure” 

Learn alongside us in the COR Academy! 🔗 in bio.
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"Thank you for always bringing positivity and making my days brighter."

Jimmy is celebrating Rowan this DSP Week for the warmth, positivity, and encouragement she brings each day.

Some of the strongest connections are built through enjoying everyday moments together. Through her kindness, care, and positive energy, Rowan continues to make a meaningful difference in Jimmy’s days.

#DSPWeek #DisabilitySupportProfessionalsWeek #SKdisability #Belonging #CORFamily
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