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MESSAGE FROM Programming are long-standing community-based CLH
THE PRESIDENT programs that serve youth and adults in a variety of settings.
Each of these programs offers an opportunity to build skills,
As we roll into full-on glorious summer, we are looking set goals, and have professional support every step of the
forward here at CLH Foundation! For us, summer means a way.
return to much-loved events from days gone by: selling tarts
at the Butter Tart Festival, participating in the Tiny Township CLH has realized the immense value in having these
Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament, and engaging with our programs positioned right in the heart of Downtown Midland
community every chance we get. – close to community partners, easy access to transit, and
for many - in walking distance of their homes. The CLH
As we mentioned in our last issue, CLH Foundation has had Foundation building located at 283 King Street will now act as
our gaze firmly fixed on the post-pandemic future and all a vital hub and dedicated space for these programs and will
that it will bring. After the difficulties of the last two years, be an accessible, inviting space for those who will use it – and
we have learned many things: the importance of innovation, we are thrilled to be a partner in this work.
looking at things with fresh eyes, and thinking outside the
box. So, when CLH Developmental Support Services invited Your generosity has been key to this growth, as it has been to
CLH Foundation to be their partner in the redevelopment the growth and sustainability to many other CLH Foundation
of several key programs, we jumped at the chance to be initiatives. In addition to supporting the King Street Hub, your
involved. continued support will allow our work to continue for things
like Commitment to Care, Foundation for Success and Bridging
For more than 60 years, CLH Developmental Support the Gap. We sincerely thank you, and hope we can continue to
Services has provided quality supports for countless count on your support.
individuals in our communities. Over time, these services
have evolved with the needs of the people it supports. This Sincerely yours,
evolution continues as the way many of these supports are
delivered have changed to support people in ways that are
best suited for each individual.
Sarah Kitchen
Transitional Aged Youth Programming, Supported President
Employment Programming and Supported Living CLH Foundation Board of Directors

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