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18 give Manitoba | JUNE 11, 2022 Support. Planning. Peace of Mind. When our daughter turned 21 years old, we were told she no longer could attend high school and would have to leave at the end of that school year. Our first question was "now what". We didn't know where to turn or who to talk to. We lived in a rural area outside of Winnipeg and services were few and far between. Our daughter just turned 21 years old, was entering adulthood and we felt alone with no support. As luck would have it, we heard about a workshop held by Continuity Care. Both my husband and I attended and by the end of that workshop, we knew that this was an organization that could help our family. We no longer felt alone!! That was almost 8 years ago. Throughout all those years, we continued to attend various workshops, seminars and support groups that Continuity Care held. Whenever our family was faced with an issue or we had questions, we always turned to Continuity Care. And Continuity Care was there to listen and support us every time. Today, with the help of Continuity Care, we have a peace of mind that we have done everything possible to ensure that our daughter will live an enriched meaningful life where she can continue to contribute to society in a way that is rewarding and fulfilling to her, well after we are gone. Because of the support our family has received over the years, I became more involved with the organization and have seen first hand the extent that Continuity Care has helped individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families throughout Manitoba; be it through the workshops, support groups, advocating on behalf of those that cannot advocate for themselves or simply by listening. Continuity Care is a not-for-profit organization that relies on their members and the generosity of their partners and donors to ensure that they will continue to be here to support those individuals and families in need. So please join our family and consider incorporating a legacy gift to Continuity Care in your estate planning. Submitted by Sherry Desilets Board Member & Lifetime Member of Continuity Care In Celebration of our 25th Anniversary. Please consider making a legacy gift that will honor you, your values and help families plan for the future. 2-120 Maryland Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 1L1 (204) 779-1679 w w w.continuitycare.ca Leave them a lasting legacy Build a better Winnipeg for future generations by leaving United Way Winnipeg in your Will. unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/tomorrow-fund Canada's Leader in Preneed Memorial Services COMMITTED TO OUR COMMUNITY Proudly telling the stories that affect Manitobans.

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