Queens Association for Supported Living

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

As summer wraps up and we get closer to Fall, we’ve been reminiscing about some of the fun adventures and memorable moments that were shared.

An afternoon of tea, treats, and great company was on the menu at the Voglers Cove Community Hall this summer, making it a destination of choice for these lovely ladies!

What might seem like a simple afternoon can mean so much more. It creates opportunities to build relationships, participate in community life, and experience the sense of belonging that comes from being included as valued members of the community.

At QASL, we spend time learning about the interests of the people who choose our services and support them to participate in activities that are meaningful to them. It’s all part of our commitment to helping people build a good life in community by supporting opportunities for connection, participation, and belonging.

Maggie’s English High Tea was a lovely afternoon of connection and community, complete with fancy hats and delicious treats! ☕️

08/28/2026

🎨🎲 It really does take a whole team!

At QASL, we believe the ideas and interests of the people we support should help shape the activities and experiences they have. Sometimes, making those ideas happen means drawing on the talents and interests of the people around them…. wherever those talents may be found!

Tanya, one of our amazing administrative staff, recently spent a couple of days helping make some participant ideas happen at The Social Scene. With her creativity and enthusiasm, she organized and facilitated some fun paint and game days, giving participants the opportunity to be creative, spend time together, and enjoy activities they had expressed an interest in.

This is just one small example of the efforts our team will take to support people in doing the things that matter to them. It isn’t always about whose “job” something falls under, it’s about working together, listening to participants, and finding ways to make their ideas happen.

From direct support staff to management and admin staff and everyone in between, it truly is a full team effort to help the people who choose our services live full, meaningful lives and be connected to the people, places and experiences that matter to them.

A big thank you to Tanya Munroe for sharing her time, creativity and talents, and to our participants for continuing to inspire us with their ideas! 🎨🃏

08/25/2026

☀️ Celebrating Summer ☀️

Last week we gathered at Allen House for our annual QASL BBQ, and while the weather was definitely hot, it didn’t melt away our fun! 😎☀️

With music, games, great food and lots of laughter, it was wonderful to see so many of our residents, clients, family members, staff, board members and community partners come together to enjoy a summer afternoon.

Events like this are about so much more than a BBQ. They create opportunities for people to connect with one another, strengthen relationships and enjoy meaningful experiences together.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the day possible, from those who cooked and served the food, to everyone who helped with setup, cleanup and all the little details in between. Your efforts helped make the day a huge success!

And thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a fun and meaningful afternoon. It’s a small reflection of what we strive for every day at QASL; supporting people to live full, meaningful lives and to be connected to the people, places and experiences that matter to them🌞🎶🍔🌭

08/18/2026

Edit: an earlier post had a mistake in the dates

08/17/2026

Mother Nature is not cooperating this week! ☔️
For anyone who was planning to join us, unfortunately due to the weather forecast for tomorrow we are going to postpone the QASL BBQ to this Thursday, August 20th.

08/14/2026

What better way to beat the heat than an adventure at Rissers! ☀️ That’s exactly what this group decided to do earlier this week.

Making the most of summer, exploring our community guided by the people who choose our services; that’s what QASL is all about!

08/05/2026

It is with heartfelt sadness that we share the news of the passing of one of our longtime residents, David Lohnes.

David came to QASL when Allen House opened in 2002. He had a gentle spirit and found joy in the simple things in life; a comfortable chair, the peace and quiet of being at home, watching birds at the feeder, and he was a devoted fan of The Price Is Right. We consider it a privilege to have supported David to live his best life for so many years, and his quiet presence will be deeply missed.

Our heartfelt condolences are extended to his family, as well as the many staff, residents, and friends who are grieving his loss. We hope the memories of David bring comfort to all who knew him.

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07/29/2026

We are so fortunate to live in a community that comes together to support inclusion and belonging. Thank you to everyone who joined us today at the Hank Snow Museum to celebrate Disability Pride Month. Your support helps create a community where people with disabilities are valued, included, and empowered to build a good life in community.

We were honoured to welcome our Mayor Scott Christian, our MLA Kim Masland, members of the QASL Board of Directors, and so many family and community members. Your presence and support mean so much to us. Thank you for helping make this celebration so meaningful.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped organize and make this celebration a success. A special thank you to Colby and Kayla for doing an outstanding job welcoming everyone and for sharing such thoughtful and inspiring words about Disability Pride. We are so proud of you both!

Thank you as well to the Hank Snow Hometown Museum for co-hosting this event with us, especially Michelle for all of her support in helping make today a success. Together, we’re building a more inclusive community where everyone belongs.

07/29/2026