Stories

  Jacob (left) and Matt (right) pose for a photo. The Perth County Family Network, in partnership with Facile, wants to promote and celebrate professionals

The summer of 2024 was a busy one for Amiera Black, a grade 12 student at St. Michael’s Catholic Secondary School in Stratford.  With the

In 2023, Facile Perth received $6500 in funding from the Smart and Caring Grant Initiative of the Stratford Community Foundation. The project “Celebrating Stories of

This video shows how social inclusion can lead to a purposeful life for individuals facing significant challenges in daily living. Through creativity and collaboration within

While living in a small rural community might have many advantages, it can also bring some barriers. Especially when your passion is not something that

When Kurtis first became involved with his facilitator, he was nervous about moving to a new town! Kurtis worked with his facilitator to explore his

Steve was new to his community and although he had made himself quickly at home, he had many dreams and wishes for himself! This is

Arthur’s anger was a normal response to his long-term frustration and aloneness: from boyhood he had lived life as an outsider while struggling to cope

A letter from a family member is a story in and of itself. Thank you for the encouragement, Jo Ann!

“One of the goals I had for myself when I first met my facilitator was for me to find employment.  This was something that had

When high school ended,  Isaac and his family were not sure what the future would hold.  With long wait lists for support, the family and

Harv Potts is a passionate and eloquent young man.  Along with becoming a motivational speaker, Harv had the dream of continuing his post-secondary education. Through facilitation,

Anyone who has met Bobbi Jo knows that she loves to give to community! Last year brought an unexpected move  away from a city she had been residing in

Maddy has a life rich in family and structured supports.  Through facilitation she unearthed a dream of participating in a culinary arts program and a

If you have a chance to chat with Ryan, the first thing that you might notice is his positive attitude!  When Ryan’s facilitator first connected

Robin lives in a small rural community where transportation offers some challenges. While she is connected with a good support team and attends some structured

Everyone who has played cards, knows the power of connection when  a group of diverse people sit around a table joined in a game of skill

On a beautiful sunny day in September 2016, a group of 93 people gathered together to celebrate the unique gifts and talents that each individual

Andrew grew up on a farm in rural grey county  He has a love of horses, a passion around connecting with people and a strong