ErinOakKids

Mr. Doug Smith spoke to our club on Friday November 23 about ErinOakKids.  Mr. Smith has more than 30 years experience in non-profit sector, much of that time was with the Salvation Army, before recently joining Erin Oak Kids.   Mr. Smith thanked the club for our support of ErinOakKids over the past many years and provided feedback on the programs that clubs donations have helped fund. 

ErinOakKids is the largest treatment center in Ontario for children with physical and/or developmental challenges.  The organization is wholly funded by the Ontario Government however there are many programs that are underfunded or do not receive government monies at all, such as; Indepent Living Program, Music Therapy, Drama and Creative Arts Programs and a Therapeutic Recreation Program.  These initiatives are paid for and managed through donations and volunteerism.