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Our story begins when high school ends 

Four years ago, when a group of parents found that their adult children with disabilities had no place to go after high school and that this was a broader community problem, they founded the Let’s Grow Learning & Living Hub. Here, Team Members can continue learning from each other in a vibrant and supportive environment because we believe a community only thrives when everyone in it does.

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At Let’s Grow, we’re committed to creating a fun, nurturing, and engaging community for adults with developmental, intellectual and physical disabilities. Our programs are personalized to everyone’s strengths, fostering a caring and supportive community for all our Team Members.

Centred around our Team Members, we offer engaging activities like art, music, cooking, sensory therapy, and community outings – all supported by our dedicated staff and volunteers. Together, we work to cultivate a strong sense of belonging within Let’s Grow and the broader Toronto community.

Meet the team

Operations

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Ray Merrikin (She/Her)

Executive Director

As Executive Director, Ray brings a decade of management experience and a passion for creating diverse, interprofessional teams to Let’s Grow. Working in start-ups, nonprofits, and large organizations… read more

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Mary-Laure (She/Her)

Program Director

Mary-Laure, our Program Director at Let’s Grow, brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to her role. She completed her first year on our team as a Developmental Services Worker. She then became our Recreation Program Coordinator for six… read more

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Emma Graham
(She/Her)

Program Support Specialist

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Valentine Umeibe
(He/Him)

Care Team Support Staff

Board of Directors

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Carolyn Everson
(She/Her)

Co-Chair, Voting Member

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Kristin Buchanan
(She/Her)

Director

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Rosemary Evans 
(She/Her)

Co-Chair, Voting Member

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Hayley AvRuskin
(She/Her)

Director

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Mark Daprato
(He/Him)

Director

Officers

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Beatrice Currie
(She/Her)

Treasurer

Members

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Phil Richmond
(He/Him)

Voting Member

In the news

Every headline is a lifeline. Over the years, our founders and staff have been busy advocating for the rights of adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities as well as their families. Here’s how they’ve made their voices heard. 

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