February 2012 - WIAIH

FEBRUARY 2012The Informer1

VOLUME 25 ISSUE 1FEBRUARY 2012Word from the PresidentMANON GERVAISWIAIH’s Office HoursRegular Hours are:(Monday to Friday)8:30 a.m. —12:00 noon1:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.TELEPHONE: (514) 694-7090FACSIMILIE: (514) 694-5839E-MAIL:info@wiaih.qc.caAn answering service is available duringthe lunch hour. We will promptly respondto your message upon our return.111 Donegani, Pointe Claire, QC. H9R 2W3ContributorsGuy BourassaNatalie ChapmanLyne CharleboisManon GervaisBob GreenMike GreyMaureen HuntDiane LongladeCherry MarshallNatalie MiyakeAlison RollinsTracy WrenchThe Informer team. Cherry Marshall,Coordinator of Community andVolunteer RelationsManon Hope-Dubois,AdministrationMariano D’Antonio,Data entryLiam Chapman,Graphic designSuzanne Kearns, TranslatorPierre Bourgeois, TranslatorAnnemarie Cornez,TranslatorLouise St-Jean, TranslatorMyriam Rety, TranslatorLayout and Printing. Friends of WIAHDeadline for submissions to the nextedition of The Informer: April 12, 2012Work for a cause, not for applauseLive life to express, not to impressDon’t strive to make your presenceknown, but to make your absence feltThe Gift that really GIVESWIAIH is now a part of the CanadaHelpsnetwork so making a donation is easierthan ever. The link http://goo.gl/NPya2will take you to the user-friendly website.You can make a donation immediately oreven buy WIAIH donation gift cards togive to friends and family.On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to wishyou all the best for 2012! First, a very healthy one and then,peace, love and happiness will follow.Winter, winter. I hope you are taking the time to appreciateit and making the best of it. Remember, spring break is rightaround the corner; we also have to think about planningthe summer vacation and activities for our loved ones forthat period. On that subject, the process for hiring the mostextraordinary animators, shadows and volunteers has alreadystarted. As usual, we will be ready and have the best peoplefor our participants.The Board of Directors is currently working on its annual objectives, reviewing itsstrategic mission and a few other items that keep us busy and this is always in the bestinterest of our participants, families and caregivers.Meet GUY BOURASSA: WIAIH BOARD MEMBERI am the father of two children, one of whom is a charmingyoung lady with autism, now almost 17. I have only beenon the WIAIH Board for two years, but it seems that I haveused their services forever...or at least since the birth of mydaughter. In fact, ever since Catherine was diagnosed, WIAIHhas been available to support us and help us to find theresources necessary for her development. No need to say thatthis is greatly appreciated especially since Cathou is diabeticand has epilepsy.Now that I am directly involved I am even more impressedand pleased by the incredible number of activities and services WIAIH offers to people onthe West Island with an intellectual handicap or autism.I have always been in banking and worked for 15 years at the Royal Bank before tryingmy luck as a businessman. I am now back at the National Bank in Pointe-Claire as directorof commercial banking. Being a sun worshipper, my favourite activities are cycling,kayaking and golf, but my family always comes first!STATEMENT OF DISCLAIMERWIAIH’s main goal is to improve the qualityof life of children and adults with intellectualhandicaps or autism— as well as theirfamilies. In keeping with WIAIH’s goal,The Informer feels morally obligated toshare information brought to our attentionwhich may be of benefit or of interest toour members. However, WIAIH does notnecessarily endorse all the articles presented.AN INTELLECTUAL HANDICAPis a permanent condition that affects,in varying degrees,one’s ability to think, learn or reason.2 3

WIAIH Tips and TopicsFor more information on the following notices, call Cherry at 514-694-7090,extension 214 or email assistance@wiaih.qc.ca.Real Life Heroes: Why do they volunteer?An organization like WIAIH is built on the work of incredible people - ourheroes. The Board and staff at WIAIH are constantly amazed by the strengthand dedication of our members and volunteers. In this edition of The Informer,we are highlighting three of the many fantastic people who support WIAIHand work tirelessly to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilitiesor autism, and their families.Would You Like to ReceiveThe Informer Electronically?If so, please send us an email to let usknow at assistance@wiaih.qc.ca and wewill put you on the list to receive thee-Informer. If you prefer to receive theInformer by regular mail, there is a $5.00cost per year to help defray postage/printing costs. Help WIAIH save money andtrees and be eco-friendly!WIAIH Needs Your EmailPlease send us your email address so thatwe can easily inform you of all of WIAIH’supcoming events. Please send your emailwith your full name to info@wiaih.qc.ca.Refer a professionalWe are often asked for the names ofprofessionals who are willing and capableof working with people who have specialneeds. Do you have a fantastic dentist orspeech therapist that you can refer? Sendus their names and we will put them onour list for parents on the look-out forgreat people! assistance@wiaih.qc.caFacebookLooking for anotherway to connectwith the WIAIHcommunity and tokeep up to date onissues of interest tospecial families? LikeWIAIH on Facebook! Our bilingual pagefeatures the latest news about WIAIHevents, articles and new items of interestto our membership, and the websites andvideos that inspire us.Maureen Hunt(WIAIH Board member)I have been involved with WIAIH for over 25 years, initially a parent of achild with special needs, desperately looking for services for my son, Joe. Ibecame involved as a member of several of WIAIH’s working committeesfor many years. For many years, I was also a regular volunteer at the WIAIHArt Show. I became reacquainted with the internal workings of WIAIH earlyin 2000 and worked with members on various projects: evaluation of preschoolservices; as a member of the WIAIH Board; and as a member of theWIAIH support team for the Parents, It Starts with You program. My son Joe(now 31 years) and I co-developed a workshop to sensitize people to what itmeans to live with the challenge of autism spectrum disorders.Volunteering that is the most meaningful to me is providing support/guidance/HOPE for parents of newly diagnosed children. It’s a toughpath they are embarking upon; not a horrible path — just a differentone. Within this Association there are many aspects and areas that requirethe service/talents/strengths of many people. There is a good sense ofcommunity within this organization. New ideas are welcomed.I have been employed by the Lester B. Pearson School Board for over 20years and work as a consultant with the Department of Student Services. Myinterests lie in encouraging adults parenting and/or working with childrento see the benefits/ strengths of their charges to encourage continualgrowth and acceptance. I am also interested in working with organizationsto clearly define their purpose through exercises in developing their visionand mission statements, using a process consultation approach.4 5

Bob Green(WIAIH Board member)Robert (Bob) Green has been involved as a volunteer atWIAIH since 1992 when he took a one-year contract as WIAIHIntegration Coordinator. Being a Scout leader was the perfectfit as Bob would bring his troop along to volunteer at WIAIHgigs such as the Art Show, Holiday Brunch and March Social.Scout uniforms became a regular sight at these events andthat is thanks to Bob Green. Four years ago, Bob accepted tojoin the WIAIH Board and now he is Vice-President. We are allgrateful for his calm and practical presence as well as for hisavailability to help whenever needed.Bob says he appreciates volunteering with a team of peoplewho really care about what they are doing and who they aredoing it for. Asked what he would say to convince someoneto volunteer at WIAIH, Bob replied: “True, there are manyworthy causes needing help, but give this one a try. Startsmall if necessary, and get to know the people — staff,volunteers and participants. Once you’ve seen how muchgood can be done with even just a small contribution, howappreciative everyone is, and how much more could be doneif resources permitted, it’s hard to turn your back.”For the last 17 years Bob has been self-employed as a trainerin pre-ambulance life support (CPR, defibrillation, first-aid,etc.). Bob trains WIAIH staff each year and we can certainlyvouch for his professionalism and patience! A West Islandresident since 1976, Bob has been involved in Scouting for 30years and enjoys golfing, dancing and walking his rather largedog!Natalie MiyakeMy history and experience with WIAIH has come full circle over theyears. When I was 12, I volunteered through my school and worked witha young girl with autism. Later in my college years, I did a project onWIAIH and presented it to my peers. Years later, my own child was bornand later diagnosed with autism. WIAIH was there with open arms andwell equipped to answer questions, provide support and help guide methrough this unknown territory. Through the Pat Roberts DevelopmentalCentre, parent support groups and information sessions, I became moreinformed and confident about where this journey was taking us.Once I became more seasoned in this autism journey, I beganvolunteering. It was my very small way to say thank you for all that WIAIHhas done for us. I currently volunteer as a facilitator in the It Starts WithYou program and the monthly support group for parents. I rememberbeing on the “other side” looking at parents who looked calm andhad a positive outlook. The best advice I ever received was from otherparents because they have walked the walk and they have been whereyou are, be it the darkest places or the brightest moments. Now it’s niceto be someone who can help inform and support others who are justbeginning the journey as there is hope and there are much brighter daysahead.I am nurse by profession and hold true the notion that a strongcommunity will help maintain a strong family who will raise strongand healthy individuals. The community in the realm of special needs/autism can seem small but when we work together, we really can achieveamazing feats. I have one nine year old with autism and two teenagestep kids and probably the most amazing partner in life. We work asa team and support each other throughout the good, the bad and theugly. Even when life can become daunting or frustrating, there is always asilver lining, you just need to know where to look (often right under yournose).Volunteering will warm your heart, enrich your life and feed your soulwith some serious good grub. Truly, it will shape you and touch you ina manner you never anticipated. You will keep coming back for more. Itbecomes an extended family. Volunteer work never seems like work at all!6 7

Ho Ho Ho : Pat Roberts Developmental CentreAfter a busy Fallat the Pat RobertsDevelopmentalCentre, it was timeto celebrate aswe welcomed theHoliday season.Although the childrenand families at theCentre are of variousorigins and faiths, allgathered togetheron December 21 st and22 nd and enjoyed Santa’s visit, good food andeach other’s company.Children played, anticipating Santa’s arrival, adults chatted and sang, and all gota chance to view a slide show of their children in action throughout the Fall. Weshared the many dishes that everyone brought for lunch in a very festive way,around our child-sized kitchen table.Thanks to WIAIH Board member Pierre Fregeau and Nicolas Dupuis, for beingsuch good Santas.Kiwanis Contributes to the fun at Pat Roberts Christmas partyThank you to the Lakeshore Kiwanis for againproviding gifts for each child at the two partiesheld before the holidays. Santa and the gangwere happy to welcome Kiwanis membersGeorge Frenette, Jacques and Marilyn Dubuc. Wereceived this note from Jacques:“I trust that you enjoyed a well deserved holiday andcelebrations with family and friends. Marilyn and Ithoroughly enjoyed our first visit to the Pat RobertsCentre. What a warm and homey atmosphere which obviously reflects on the children’scomportment and progress. You are fortunate to have such a great team working with youwho are fully devoted and passionate about working with the children. On behalf of allour members, we are happy to support your rewarding program and look forward to a longassociation with you and WIAIH. “Amuse-Action is a service that provides afternoon carefor people over 12 who have an intellectual handicap orautism. Amuse-Action is available Monday to Friday from2pm to 6pm and opens on Wednesday at noon for anadditional fee. We are located in a wheelchair-accessible gymspace and activities include games, arts and crafts, puzzlesand homework support. Participants are encouraged tobring a snack.Registration is required. The service costs $270 per monthfor five days per week, October 2011 to June 2012. It ispossible to attend part time. Contact Tracy 514 694-6531ext 218 or amuse-action@wiaih.qc.ca for more informationabout the program.Amuse-Action is prepared to open on school ped days, butwe need to have enough participants. If you are interested,please contact Tracy. It is challenging as schools all havedifferent PED days but if six participants register we will open!We are very grateful for the financial support received theMinister of Families, Seniors and the Status of Women andwould like to thank Valois United Church where we rent thespace for the program.8 9

WIAIH Holiday BrunchIt was a cloudy day outsideand the winds of winter werebeginning to blow, but inside awarm and festive atmosphereprevailed. From the visit ofSanta Claus to the raffle andholiday music, to the deliciousfood, it was a wonderfulafternoon. It was a pleasure forall. Thanks to everyone for theirwonderful efforts!Michael GrayWIAIH Board MemberCongratulations to Bertrand Hébert and familyfor winning the hand-made quilt drawn at the WIAIHHoliday Brunch on November 27 th . Thank you to allwho participated! The raffle raised over $800 forour Occupational Therapy project at the Pat RobertsDevelopment Centre.Already thinking of Christmas 2012...Thank you for supporting our 2011 campaign: it raised approximately $15,000 tosupport WIAIH`s important services for families.We are already thinking about 2012 and are looking for two colourful paintings orphotographs of a holiday image done by a person with a disability. The perfect imagewould represent the festive season for our 2012 card campaign. If you think yours wouldmake a great holiday card, send it to us by March 1, 2012. Santa’s helpers will be startingearly to choose a winner whose image will be featured in our 2012 selection of holidaygreeting cards. All submissions will be posted on the WIAIH website and on our Facebookpage. (facebook.com/wiaih)Afternoon tea and fashion!On Dec. 5, WIAIH presented its first benefit afternoon tea/fashion show at the veryelegant Stewart Hall in Pointe-Claire. The fashions were presented by Cynthia Padanand the Cartise boutique in Kirkland. Six beautiful volunteer models couldn’t help butshine showing off the latest creations. Our very talented Lisa Walsh entertained the 55ladies present with her lovely Christmas songs that put everyone in the holiday mood.Thanks to the ladies from Pat Roberts Developmental Center for their home-bakedgoodies for our sweet table and to the multi-talented WIAIH staff who worked diligentlyin the kitchen and kept the tea flowing all afternoon!For a first try at this, the organizing committee — Cynthia Courey, Diane Longlade andChristine Zarzour — are very happy with the success of this event.Diane Longlade(WIAIH Board member)Calling all aspiring models!The 4 th annual WIC/WIAIH Fashion Show will be heldon May 5 th , 2012 and we are looking for models andvolunteers!The Fashion Show is a highly anticipated event whichbenefits WIAIH, sensitizes the community, and showcases fashion and incredible talent.The Fashion Show pairs students from West Island College with WIAIH members tocreate truly memorable routines.If you are interested in volunteering or would like to recommend someone as a model,please contact Cherry at 514-694-7090, ext. 214 or assistance@wiaih.qc.ca.10 11

New ResourcesLegal InformationACTION MAIN-D’OEUVREAction main-d’œuvre is a non-profitcommunity organization financed chieflyby Emploi-Québec. Our mission is to assistpeople with an intellectual handicap and/or autism spectrum disorder to accessemployment opportunities.The services offered are evaluation,guidance, assistance with job search andinterviews, on the job training and follow-up.Quebec Human Rights Tribunal Rules that Municipalities MustIntegrate Children with Special NeedsLa Commission des droits de la personne et des droits de la jeunesse ruled recently thatthe municipality of Stoneham must stop excluding children with special needs fromtheir regular day camps. A judge decided that integrating a child with special needsdoes not represent undue hardship for the municipality. The case was brought forwardby a family whose daughter was denied integration into the summer camp. The judgedecided that the actions of the municipality constituted discrimination according to theQuebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms and awarded the family $16 000.The Everyday Dog ProgramSince 2008, the Pacck Foundation(Positive Assistance andCompanion Canines for Kids) hasbeen training service dogs to work withchildren with autism. The benefits havebeen well documented, but for manyfamilies, the $20 000 cost of a traineddog is prohibitive.The Pacck Foundation has just startedanother program, The Everyday DogProgram, which is a canine assistedtherapy program designed to providefamilies with tools and activities toget the most out of their everydayinteraction with their family dog inorder to provide a therapeutic benefitfor their child with a developmentaldisability. An instructor works with yourfamily dog, any size or breed (providedit has some obedience training) tohelp your child with autism. Costs arereasonable, between $150 and $300,depending on whether you chooseindividual or group training.For more information, or to booklessons, call 514-876-8888 or emailinfo@pacck.org.We are not a placement agency and requirethat our clients participate in the job searchprocess to the extent their ability allows.Clients must be at least 16 years of age, ableto travel independently and communicate ineither official language.For more information please contact ouroffice at 514-721-4941 ext. 116.iBelongL’Arche Canada has created a fantasticwebsite on friendship for young adultswith an intellectual disability. The newwebsite uses plain language, videos,stories and “listen” buttons to shareinformation on making and maintainingrelationships. It covers the basics ofmaking and communicating with friends,planning activities, and addresses datingand sexuality. The site is available in Englishand French. We have heard very positivefeedback about iBelong from a WIAIH familywith teens. Check it out at www.ibelong.ca!The child has previously been integrated into a camp, but in 2005, the municipalitydecided that children with special needs would no longer be integrated, but would besent to a specialized camp. In this particular case, the mother did not want her daughterto attend that camp because her daughter had had difficulty at the camp in the pastand it was not the right environment for her. After several attempts at integrationwithout a companion, the municipality decided that integration has not been a successand that for the girl to return to camp, the mother must provide proof from an expertthat the girl did not have special needs.This decision by the Commission represents the first ruling of its kind, and sets aprecedent that municipal camps must integrate children. It also shows the power thatparents can have when they fight for the rights of their children!Legal ClinicsPierre FregeauMany thanks to WIAIH Board member andattorney, Pierre Fregeau, for carrying outthree information sessions on legal issuesof importance to families. We are thinkingabout repeating the sessions in the spring,so that more members can benefit from hisexpertise.Pierre explained the difference betweencuratorship, tutorship and advisership(Answer: the different level of supporteach provides), the difference betweena succession, a will and a trust (Answer:depends what your needs are) and howdivorce can impact the family who has achild with an intellectual disability. (Mainpoint: battling over details only benefits theattorneys!).12 13

New in the Resource CentreAPPS FOR AUTISM: Lois Jean Brady, M.A.,CCC-SLPPublished 2011 and now in the WIAIH Resource CentreEveryone’s talking about “apps” these days and nowherewith more enthusiasm than in the disability and autismworld. This manual, written by a Speech LanguagePathologist, explores over 200 apps that can be used bypeople with communication, mobility, cognitive or sensoryissues. Called iTherapy, the use of iPhones or iPads asassistive devices is here to stay.Tax Credits for Caregivers and Respite ServicesTax season is fast approaching! If you are a primary or respite caregiver for a personwith a disability, talk to your accountant to make sure that you are taking advantageof the tax credits available to you. Here are three tax credits that may be of interestto WIAIH families:In 12 easy-to-read, colour-coded parts, 32 chapters describe apps for every need:occupational therapy, activities of daily living, creativity, academic subjects like spellingand math, bilateral coordination, behaviour, speech, sign-language, etc. Special sectionsdeal with other communication disorders such as aphasia, apraxia and dysphagia andstuttering. Beginning each part, a “success story” tells of how one person used an appand the difference it made.With over 200 apps described in this book, there is a world of easy, accessibletechnology for every need. At a time when there is an app for everything, this book willlead readers through the maze so that the technology can be used by those who reallyneed it.Tax Credit for CaregiversAs a caregiver, you may also claim arefundable tax credit of up to $1,062for each eligible relative who lived withyou during the tax year. In order to beeligible for this tax credit, the person youcared for must be a relative and you musthave lived with them in a dwelling thateither you or they own.To claim this tax credit, you mustcomplete a Schedule H with yourQuébec tax return.Tax Credit for Respite ofCaregiversCaregivers may claim a refundable taxcredit for expenses incurred to obtainspecialized respite services. In order to beeligible, you must be a resident of Quebecon December 31 st and have paid expensesto obtain specialized respite services forthe care and supervision of a person with asignificant disability.This tax credit specifies that person mustlive with you and be related to you (thereis a list of relationships that qualify). Themaximum tax credit is $1,560, equalto 30% of the total expenses you paidin the year. Note that the person whoprovided respite services must be trained.Consult the list to ensure that the hiredrespite provider meets the educationalrequirements.Cuts to School Days;Lobbying Effort by the Quebec Association for Social IntegrationMany parents have reported that school boards do not seem to give the sameimportance to the school calendar of students with special needs as they do for theothers. Many reasons are used to justify canceling days here and there when it is reallythese students who most need all the school hours to which they are entitled.Under the law, the school must provide students with 180 school days plus 20pedagogical days where the students do not attend school. The reductions we are talkingabout come in the 180 days of required educational services.AQIS has written to the Minister of Education to ask them to look into the practice ofcutting school days for students with special needs. (This letter is available at WIAIH)If your school board has cut days for your child (ie. during exam period, at the start ofthe school year or for other reasons), AQIS would like to know (514-725-7245, #30).Parents need to be vigilant so as not to lose acquired rights.default.aspx14 15To claim this tax credit, you must file aSchedule O with your federal income taxreturn.Recognition of volunteer respite servicesIf you have someone who provides volunteer respite services, Revenue Québec allowsyou to issue RL-23 slips for the volunteers who provide respite services to you. You haveup to $1000 per year to allocate. The volunteer who receives the slip can only be arelative and not a parent or sibling living at the same house. A maximum of $500 can beallocated to each volunteer.The volunteer who receives the slip must declare the amount indicated on Line 462 ofthe Québec tax return.If any of these situations apply to you, speak to the person who prepares your taxes or goto Revenue Québec’s website for more information: http://www.revenuquebec.ca/fr/

WIAIH Recreation Summer 2012RegistrationPrograms include overnight and day campsfor adults and day camps for teens with anintellectual disability or autism.Save the DateVolunteering in the RecreationDepartmentA big THANK YOU to all of the dedicatedindividuals who have volunteered or whocurrently volunteer in WIAIH’s recreationdepartment.Registration is by mail ONLY and is openbetween February 13 and 22. If youprefer to register in person, YOU MUSTCALL for an appointment: 514-694-6531ext. 218. Appointments are availableonly after February 20. Your registrationconfirmation/receipt will be mailed byMarch 9.Non-West Island residents can register by mail starting Monday February 27, if spaceallows.IMPORTANT: If you have not received a registration package including the summerbrochure or would like more information please contact the Recreation Department at514-694-6531 or loisirs_rec@wiaih.qc.ca .The new brochure is available for download online at this web address:http://db.tt/SlrdHQxbEvening Support GroupDid you know that in addition to CoffeeBreak, WIAIH also offers an evening parentsupport group? This group is for parentsof children with a developmental delayor disorder, diagnosed or not. Everyone iswelcome to come, share, and learn withother families. The group is facilitated by aparent and takes place on the 2 nd Tuesdayof every month at 7pm. The group is heldat WIAIH. For more information, call (514)694-7090.Annual Family Social!WIAIH’s annual family social will takeplace on Saturday, March 10 th ! The familysocial is a fun-filled evening with dancing,laughter and delicious food. This is awonderful event for the whole family; allages are welcome!If you are interested in helping to preparethe event or would like to volunteer at theevent, please contact Cherry at (514) 694-7090, ext. 214.We are very fortunate to have so manyvolunteers to support WIAIH in ourrecreation programs and we always needmore people to contribute their time. Thispast year, 112 volunteers helped in ourrecreation department and we hope foreven more in 2012!For further information about thisrewarding volunteer experience, pleasecontact Alison at 514-694-6531 ext.221 orintegration@wiaih.qc.ca.Recreation IntegrationRecreation Integration is a service thatprovides support to West Island residentsof all ages who have a disability and wishto participate in community activitiessuch as day camp. The summer is rapidlyapproaching! If you would like anyinformation about this service or if you orsomeone you know may be interested inbeing a day camp companion this summerplease contact Alison at 514-694-6531 ext.221 or integration@wiaih.qc.ca.Hit the Links for WIAIHWIAIH’s 19 th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, May 28 th , 2012 atAtlantide Golf Course in Notre-Dame-de-lîle-Perrot.If you are interested in participating in the event or are able to provide a door prize orauction item, please contact WIAIH at (514) 694-7090.16 17

When Friends Divorce:What can you do to help?1. Don’t criticize the “ex”. If you didn’t likehim or her, keep it to yourself. As timepasses, the couple may become friendlyagain and you may have to eat yourwords.2. Don’t take sides. Even if this is what theywant to hear, you may do more harmthan good with your comments. Beaware that keeping in contact withthe “ex” may be hurtful to the otherpartner if he or she is your friend.3. Be a listener, not an adviser. Justbeing there is helpful and conflictinginformation can be very confusingat a stressful time. Helping findprofessionals in the field might be auseful way to support your friend.4. Spend time and provide support. Justbeing there is comforting and yourfriend will know that you care. Gettingout for a coffee or a movie, taking thekids or making a meal will show yourempathy. True friends stand out at atime like this when peopleNew extension numbers at WIAIH!WIAIH has updated our phone system and ourextension numbers have changed. In order to call anextension directly, you will need to add a 2 in front ofthe old extension numbers.Reception 210Natalie Chapman 211Cherry Marshall 214Recreation Animators 215Diane Marcotte 216Josée Marcotte 217Tracy Wrench 218Irena Baird 220Alison Rollins 221A HUGE Thank You to Kelly’s PubWIAIH is very lucky to be supported by local business and groups. In2011, WIAIH once again received the proceeds from Kelly’s Pub’s annualvolleyball tournament. The annual event is a fantastic day of friendlycompetition and is an important fundraiser for WIAIH.Liam Chapman 226In combination with Kelly’s Pub’s patron’s day, the event raised over$11,000 for WIAIH. Thank you to Kelly’s and we look forward to the 2012tournament!18 19