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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 12h

We're absolutely heartbroken to share the passing of Lisa Dootson, who had a smile that lit up a room and was a gentle, kind, and caring soul who knew everyone by name. Always the life of the party, she was either planning or enjoying them. She will be dearly missed by all of us. ❤️ #RestInPeace

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 12h

Since we still can't pre-program posts on Bluesky yet, we're taking another social media hiatus for a couple of weeks. Catch us on October 19th when we're back to share SO much more cool stuff going on at NACL! Thanks for your understanding AND support... 😍👍

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 12h

She DID IT, and here's the proof! Thanks to everyone who came to cheer Brianna on as she went off the bridge for #TossTheBoss2026 in support of the #NanaimoBrainInjurySociety at #WildPlayNanaimo! 😍👍

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 17h

Hey everyone! We'd love a BIG ol' NACL cheering squad at WildPlay at 2:00 today, when Brianna's being the "boss that's tossed" for #tossthebossbc in support of the #nanaimobraininjurysociety! Help put her "over the edge" this afternoon - and her link is still open for any last-minute donations!!! 🥰

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

From NACL #EmploymentServices: BA demonstrates vulnerability in leadership with the group. Her openness is helping her to build trust and understanding, which are essential skills in employment relationships. 🥰👍 #PublicSpeaking #Trust #Understanding

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We’ll still be wearing #OrangeShirts tomorrow too of course, but here’s some of our #AdminTeam supporting the #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation on our extra #OrangeShirtDay ahead of the stat. 👚🧡 #NDTR NDTR2026 EveryChildMatters ListenLearnReflect

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Support a great cause + get six YUMMY, locally-made donuts from #HarbourCityDonuts for $20 to support Brianna's #TossTheBoss jump THIS FRIDAY at 2pm at WildPlay! Donut pickup will be October 9th. Reserve yours at brianna.otto@nanaimoacl.org or just donate to her campaign directly in Poster #2! 🍩❤

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It’s TONIGHT! NACL’s 40th #AnnualGeneralMeeting is virtual (via Zoom), and anyone is welcome to join us just ahead of 7:00 p.m.! 🤩👍 All materials are posted on our website at www.nanaimoacl.com/resources - join us to learn about our past year, our present, and our future! 💼💻 #AGM #AGM2026 #NACL40

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

As we close out the summer at #CaspersWayHome, here’s something a bit different from our usual adventures —nature crafting at our own #EvanmorrAcresFarm. 🌿🖼️ #Creating #Crafting #Nature

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Make sure to come see us at the #VancouverIslandExhibition this weekend! 🚜❤️ NACL will have a market booth (featuring produce grown at our farms!), a sensory space, and we’ve entered several things into the Home Arts displays! We’ll be there all three days - come say hi! 🥰👍 #VIEX #VIEX2026 #NACL40

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Here's BA showing off her public speaking skills, to share what she's learned on how to be a better communicator. This is very important to BA in her personal and work life, and we're so impressed with how far she's come! 🥰👍 #NACLEmploymentServices #PublicSpeaking #Speaker #SkillBuilding

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

1-bdrm suite STILL AVAILABLE at Uplands for October 1st! 🤩👍 Rent is $1,550 per month (month-to-month basis). One small pet under 25 lbs allowed, street parking, and laundry on-site. ALL enquiries about this suite must go through housing@nanaimoacl.com. Thanks! #RentalHousing #Nanaimo #NanaimoRentals

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🎃🕷️ GET OUT & MINGLE: BINGO, BLACKJACK & WAFFLES! 🕷️🎃 📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM 📍 Actions @ 83 Victoria Crescent 🎃 Costume contest 🃏 Games & fun 🧇 Waffle Bar 👻 Halloween vibes ✨ A great chance to Get Out & Mingle! 📧 GetOutandMingle@outlook.com or ellie.kopacek-smith@nanaimoacl.org

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Miss Lily 🐶❤️ is “bringing the cute” to wish you all a happy first day of fall! 🎃🎉🍂🍁🍂🍁🍂 #DogsOfNACL #HeyPumpkin #ItsFallYall #Autumn2026

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

NACL’s 40th #AGM is online next Monday, September 28th at 7 p.m. Connection details and all materials are posted at www.nanaimoacl.com/resources. 💼👍 Thanks for checking in between 6:45-7 so we can start on time at 7:00 - and hope to see you there! 🤩🎉 #AnnualGeneralMeeting #AGM2026

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

2/2: Did you know…that some of our staff were part of a recreational kickball league this summer? The “Salty Sprouts” 🧂🌱 did NACL proud, coming second place overall in our division! We’re already looking forward to having our team again next year… 🥈🎉 #Kickball #HealthAndWellness #LeaguePlay

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

1/2: Did you know…that some of our staff were part of a recreational kickball league this summer? The “Salty Sprouts” 🧂🌱 did NACL proud, coming second place overall in our division! We’re already looking forward to having our team again next year… 🥈🎉 #Kickball #HealthAndWellness #LeaguePlay

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

For many folks, self-employment is a great option. Here’s JK checking his work during a professional photography gig at the Employment Works Cowichan Regional Conference on September 14th. 📸👍 #NACLEmploymentServices #SelfEmployed #FreelancePhotography

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

BS and WK from #PortsmouthRoadHome went to the Sidney Aquarium (Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea) last month and loved it! They’ll definitely be back for another trip in the future! 🐠🌊 #IslandAdventures #ExploreLocal #Aquarium

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join our Seniors Garden Sessions at Evanmorr Acres, and enjoy hands-on nature activities in our new sensory garden. 📍 1990 Evans Rd 🗓️ Wednesdays, 1–3 PM 💚 Funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program RSVP to Bianca at 250-619-9949 or bianca.vanderstoel@nanaimoacl.org

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It’s NACL's #AnnualGeneralMeeting notice day! 💼📣 Here are the details for our 28Sep2026 online #AGM via Zoom. 💻📱 All voting members had to be in good standing by midnight last night and they’ve now received their official notice package, but anyone can watch if interested! 😉👍 #AGM2026 #NACL40

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We’re soaking up the sun at all the awesome events Nanaimo has to round out the summer! Here’s HK from #TurnerConnectionHome enjoying the fun vibes at Picnic in the Plaza on September 6th! 🧺❤️ #SummerFun #Nanaimo #Events

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

At #CathersLakeRespiteHome, we’re all about having fun - and when a new skill comes out of it, too? That’s the perfect bonus! For example, JD spent the summer learning how to fish! 🎣☺️ #Fishing #Hobby #GreatOutdoors

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It's really taking shape! The new-build at #MaxeyRoadHome is a custom-designed home for one of the persons served there. Watch this space for further updates as we have them... 🏠👍 #HomeSweetHome #UnderConstruction #CustomBuild

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Next Monday, NACL’s Employment Services team is headed to the Cowichan Valley for an amazing day of learning with job developers from across the central and north island. Our very own Sean Enns is featured in a conversation about AI. 💻👍 #Conference #Learning #Connecting

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We’ve extended our survey until the end of September to hear YOUR needs/wants for child and youth respite services, so visit forms.gle/dkrMQMmh96AL... and help us figure out what we can potentially pilot for you. Thanks so much - and spread the word! 🤩👍 #Respite #FeedbackWanted #Survey

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We didn't get to post this last week but our Thursday #SocialNights are very much STILL ON - and as you'll see, September is jam-packed with fun! Join us for just $5 at the door and enjoy karaoke tomorrow from 6-8 p.m.!!! 🎤🎶 #Social #Karaoke #Connecting

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

One new youth at #WestwoodLakeHome loves visiting Transfer Beach - and he's been sharing this spot with staff members. It's clearly meaningful for him, and he's taken pride in showing staff around and pointing out what makes it special. What a wonderful way (and place!) to connect and relax. 🏖🌞

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🎤 GET OUT & MINGLE! 🔥 at our Karaoke and Campfire Night 17Sep from 5-8 PM. It’s time to turn up the music, gather around the fire, and make some memories! 🌟 Please bring support along if you feel you need it! See poster for details and message Ellie with questions at GetOutandMingle@outlook.com.

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Brianna's literally "falling for it" again - let's help her raise $1K for #TossTheBoss to support the #NanaimoBrainInjurySociety, so we can send her over the edge at #WildPlay on October 2nd! Scan the QR code or visit www.zeffy.com/en-CA/team/n... to donate - thanks for your support! 🥰🎉 #JumpToIt

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Since we can't pre-program posts yet on Bluesky, NACL will be taking another social media break on here until Labour Day - we'll be back full speed on September 8th, so watch for us then! 🏖️🌞

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The August 2026 edition of NACL’s newsletter, #WhatsHappening, is now published for your reading pleasure! Catch up on all things NACL from this quarter by going to nanaimoacl.com/resources - it’s near the top under Newsletters! Feedback is always welcome… 🥰👍 #HappyReading #Newsletter #CatchingUp

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

From NACL #EmploymentServices: JK is a real photography aficionado, and has been snapping shots for years. He's now putting his skills to amazing use and will be NACL's resident photographer for the upcoming Employment Works Conference in September! 📷👍 #Photographer #Photography #Skilled

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

2/2: For anyone wondering how our Ambassador of PAWSitive Morale (Gus) is doing, he’s been on his own little summer vacation with his PAWrents! 🐶❤️ As you can see, he’ll be coming back to work VERY relaxed in September… 🐾🎉 #ADogsLife #DogsOfNACL #WillWork4Treats

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

1/2: For anyone wondering how our Ambassador of PAWSitive Morale (Gus) is doing, he’s been on his own little summer vacation with his PAWrents! 🐶❤️ As you can see, he’ll be coming back to work VERY relaxed in September… 🐾🎉 #ADogsLife #DogsOfNACL #WillWork4Treats

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Join our Harvest Dinner on 26Sep - celebrating community, inclusion, and local agriculture while supporting our farm initiatives. $100/person includes a 4-course farm-to-table dinner, live music, and supports inclusive, community-driven agriculture. Tickets are at www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket.... 🍂🍽️

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We have a 1-bdrm suite available at Uplands as of Oct 1st! 🤩👍 Rent is $1,550 per month (month-to-month basis). One small pet <25 lbs is allowed. Parking is on the street, with laundry on-site. ALL enquiries must go through housing@nanaimoacl.com. Thank you! #RentalHousing #Nanaimo #NanaimoRentals

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

As Sheryl Crow sings, “I wanna soak up the sun!” ☀️❤️ - and the #KennedyHome crew has been doing that very thing on these lovely summer days! #GreatOutdoors #Summer2026 #AwesomeAugust

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

NACL is exploring more child/youth respite services, and we want YOUR input on what you want/need! If relevant to you, please complete this anonymous survey by September 4th at noon. Spread the word, too! forms.gle/dkrMQMmh96AL... We welcome your input, and please reach out with questions! 😊👍

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

#ActionsDayProgram loves spending time at our farms, and doing things to make them even more comfortable places to go! Here's the Creative Construction group at Evanmorr Acres, sanding and painting a bench they're making that will stay at the farm. Have a great weekend, everyone! 🥰👍 #Woodworking

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

DM is full steam ahead and thriving at her second job with #tripletpartyrentals! The team at Triple T are wonderful—always respectful, helpful, and appreciative—truly a shining example of inclusivity! 🤩🤩🤩🎉 #InclusiveEmployer #LoveYourJob #NACLEmploymentServices

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

You saw it from HK (from #TurnerConnectionHome)’s perspective on Monday - here’s WK (from #PortsmouthRoadHome)’s perspective this time, from their recent trip to #butterflyworldcoombs together! 🦋❤️ #Friends #HangingOut #IslandFun

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The mic will be ready for your singing voices this Thursday! Pick your favourite song(s) and join us from 6-8 p.m. for #Karaoke for this week’s #SocialNight for just $5 at the door - can’t wait to see (and HEAR) you! 🎤🎶😎😎😎 #Social #Connecting #Sing

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

#MEMBERSHIPMATTERS! 😉❤️ If 19+ and not an employee in the last 2 years, apply with $1 minimum by 13Sep to have AGM voting privileges on 28Sep + celebrate NACL’s 40 years supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead thriving lives! See nanaimoacl.com/membership for forms/details! #NACL40

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

HK from #TurnerConnectionHome met up with her friend WK from #PortsmouthRoadHome recently to explore #ButterflyWorldCoombs! Stay tuned for a future post to see the same visit from WK’s perspective! 🦋❤️ #Butterflies #Flowers #Beauty

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We’re doing some really cool stuff out at #EvanmorrAcresFarm! Here’s MG from #MaxeyRoadHome joining in with this week’s scheduled recreational programming, making a beautiful collage using farm foliage 🎨 - taking home a jar of flowers 🌺 and our infamous strawberries 🍓, too! #FarmFun #Art

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

If you need some inspiration for some weekend fun that’s just a ferry ride away, LH from #CathersLakeHome had a great time at #Wonderland at Tsawwassen Commons last month! 😎🎉 #Playground #Arcade #BallPit

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

SA has an incredible work ethic. She entered NACL’s Employment Service a few months ago, and in addition to creating her own art which she sells at markets, she currently holds two jobs - including her new one at #TripleTPartyRentals, where she’s a rising star! 🤩🎉 #NACLEmploymentServices

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Summer at #WestwoodLakeHome has a way of filling every hour. 🌞👍 At the playground or home, the swings always get good use, along with the trampoline. After a day of enjoying the sun, sand, and park, the youth are sun-tired and ready to relax. 😎😎😎 #SummerFun #GreatOutdoors #IslandLife

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living @nanaimoacl.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Here’s the #EvanmorrAcresHome staff team coming together for a team meeting in the open events barn at #EmpressAcres - an important chance to deepen our relationships and strengthen our impact supporting persons served as a team! 🥰👍 #Teamwork #StaffMeeting #Rapport

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