Ongwanada Announces Volunteer of the Year for 2012

April 25, 2013

KINGSTON - Donna Cherry was named Volunteer of the Year for 2012 at the Ongwanada Volunteer Appreciation Night on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. The annual event celebrates volunteers who make a difference in the lives of Ongwanada clients living with developmental disabilities.

Ongwanada achieves Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada

January 15, 2013

Ongwanada has been granted Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada. It's the highest possible honour bestowed by the independent organization which assesses the quality of service of health and developmental service organizations based on national standards of excellence.

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Ongwanada completes Accreditation Canada surveyors visit

December 17, 2012

KINGSTON Ongwanada received some encouraging feedback following a visit from Accreditation Canada surveyors over December 10-13, 2012.

At a debriefing session on Thursday, Dec. 13 surveyor Ray Scott praised Ongwanada for its client care programs, code of ethics and fall prevention program.

Ongwanada pharmacy offers flu vaccinations

October 23, 2012

KINGSTON - Local residents looking for a convenient way to receive influenza immunization can now visit the Ongwanada Resource Centre, at 191 Portsmouth Ave.

Joseph Dominik Sensory Garden wins Kingston Blooms award

Ongwanada's Joseph Dominik Sensory Garden is once again being recognized.

The garden has won the Mayor's Choice Award, through the Kingston Blooms program.

Ongwanada releases 2011/2012 Annual Report

June 27, 2012

KINGSTON - Ongwanada unveiled its 2011-2012 Annual Report at its 41st Annual General Meeting, Tuesday, June 26 at the Ongwanada Resource Centre. The theme of this year's report is Efficient Use Today for a Better Tomorrow.

Ongwanada Hosts 41st Annual General Meeting

KINGSTON - Members of the media and general public are invited to attend Ongwanada's 41st Annual General Meeting, being held on Tuesday, June 26, 2012.