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CLH Foundation is committed to ensuring that all members of the CLH community live with dignity and success. These are values we hold and commitments we have made to those we serve, no matter what. This we share with every member of the CLH community, including CLH Developmental Support Services direct support professionals, staff and volunteers.
CLH Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Our board members are members of the community who bring a welcome variety of skills and experiences to their leadership roles.
Sue-Ellen Boyes joined CLH Foundation in April 2019 as Director of Revenue Development. Prior to coming to CLHF, Sue-Ellen was the Director of Development for the MacLaren Art Centre, the regional art museum located in downtown Barrie. During her ten years there, she was responsible for corporate sponsorship, special event fundraising and individual giving as well as marketing and communications. Sue-Ellen has worked in fundraising and communications for her entire career, managing successful campaigns for Shaw Festival, Varley Art Gallery, Havergal College and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. She is delighted to find herself working in North Simcoe, and greatly admires the spirit of generosity, community and “can-do” attitude she has found here.
CLH Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, members of the community who bring a welcome variety of skills and experiences to their leadership roles. The CLHF Board of Directors is responsible for setting the direction of CLH Foundation, overseeing fundraising activities, strategies for increased fundraising and community engagement opportunities, and monitoring and maintaining the foundation’s progress. Each one is passionately committed to the work of CLH Foundation to support the individuals who are served by CLH Developmental Support Services.
Find out how your donations to CLH Foundation truly change the lives of those supported by CLH Developmental Support Services. Read the latest issue of “Connected”, CLH Foundation’s twice-yearly magazine. Or click on the link below to see what a difference our donors have made over the past three years.
CLH Foundation raises $110,000 annually to cover the costs of unfunded medical and personal health essentials for the 90 adults who live in CLH Supported Living Homes.
Foundation for Success provides critical funds to individuals where there is no funding available and they othewise would not have access to health and medical assistance, learning and skill-building, or essentials for health and well-being.
CLH supports 36 members of the community with developmental disabilities who live independently but require some support to successfully negotiate the challenges of living on their own. Bridging the Gap is an initiative to address the overwhelming burden of trying to make ends meet on a very fixed income.
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339 Olive Street
Midland, Ontario L4R 2R4
Charitable Number: 868370099 RR0001
Sarah Kitchen is an aesthetician and the owner of One Stop Beauty Shop. Sarah works full time with her full aesthetic clientele, frequently upgrades her technical skills, and manages a thriving business and staff. In 2010, Sarah was awarded a Meridian Women of Excellence Award, and sat on the planning committee for the Women of Excellence Awards as Committee Chair and Head Judge. In 2016, Sarah joined CLH Foundation’s “A Red Carpet Evening” Gala Committee, and since 2017 has acted as Chair. In 2017, Sarah joined the CLH Foundation Board of Directors. Sarah has operated several fundraisers and initiatives through her business to benefit local nonprofits, as well as volunteering at or coordinating many events and fundraisers. Some of her current and past volunteerism includes: Ontario Event Committee to benefit Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Foundation, Fore Pink Golf Tournament, “A Day in the Life” Marketing Committee at the Midland Cultural Centre, prom dress collection to benefit Ballroom Blitz, CLH Developmental Support Services, and the Guesthouse Shelter. Sarah believes that it is paramount to support local endeavours in the community where her business has flourished.
Dave Sibley has recently retired after nearly 30 years with the Ontario Provincial Police as a Forensic Analyst and Certified Blood Stain Analyst.
Dave was a member of the Board of Directors at Independent Living Services of Simcoe County from 2015-2020. Independent Living Services Simcoe County (ILS) is a non-profit organization that works to help people remain active members of their communities and thrive as independent individuals in their own homes.
Dave was also previously a member of the Board of Directors of CLH Developmental Support Services from 2006-2015. As a founding member of the revitalized A Red Carpet Evening event, Dave recognized the need to update CLH Foundation’s signature gala fundraiser and transform it into an upscale Canadian music event with headlining entertainment. Dave Sibley spent time as Chair of this event, and still is an active member of the CLH Foundation A Red Carpet Evening Committee in his role as the Talent and Hospitality Negotiation Representative.
Dave is a volunteer fundraiser with many years of experience — and as a parent of an adult child who is supported by CLHDevelopmental Support Services, Dave is a passionate advocate for the work of the organization.
Dorothy Blanks was raised and lives in Midland, Ontario. A mother of two children (Brittany and Kevin), Dorothy also has three grandchildren, Olivia, Frazer and Amelia, who are the joys of her life! In the Financial Industry for the past 30 years, Dorothy is currently employed with Meridian Credit Union in Penetanguishene, as the Assistant Branch Manager. Dorothy is very involved in the community, and joined the CLH Foundation Board of Directors in 2018, with a commitment to focus her time to help enhance the lives of the people supported by CLH Developmental Support Services. Dorothy has always been passionate about giving back to the community that gives so much to others. She participates (or has in the past) in a volunteer capacity or as a committee member for a number of events and local initiatives, including:
• D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education)
• Meridian Women of Excellence Awards
• Meridian Credit Union Local Food Drive
• Bowls for Beds
• Party on the Dock
• Penetanguishene Winterama
And many more!
A proud First Nations man, Kevin was born and raised in Midland, where he lives with his partner Amanda and their dog, Aero. Kevin is an accomplished art director, designer, photographer, and videographer. Ten years ago, one of Kevin’s very first clients was CLH, and his love and passion for the organization was secured from that point forward. Through his time working and volunteering with CLH, Kevin has built lasting and cherished friendships with the people he’s met along the way. In addition to his work with CLH Developmental Support Services, Kevin has worked as a volunteer for Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre, Rotary Club of Midland, Rotary Club of Penetanguishene, SEED, and the Georgian Bay General Hospital Foundation. As President of the North Simcoe Rotaract Club, he led the expansion of the club from 12 to 25+ full-time members and helped raise more than $100,000 for our local community. Kevin is thrilled to be a part of the CLH Foundation Board of Directors and is excited to bring his knowledge, expertise, and enthusiasm to the table.
Lois’ work experience throughout her career has focused on providing client centric service to meet individual needs. Relationship building, partnership development, caring and providing help are what she lists among her strongest abilities. Lois has worked at North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation (NSCFDC) since 2000, and is currently in the role of Client Care Coordinator. Here, she provides support, guidance, coaching for new and existing entrepreneurs in both English and French, as well as assistance in the loan department. Lois is deeply committed to the health and well-being of our community and her volunteer work is an important part of who she is. Lois’ current and past volunteerism includes:
• Steering Committee, Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North (specializing in public relations & marketing)
• Fundraising Committee for Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North
• Women of Excellence Awards Executive Committee Member and Secretary
• Interviewer with Agricultural sector on the Business Retention & Expansion Projects, County of Simcoe
• Member of our local Georgian College Advisory Committee
• Ecole Secondaire LeCaron Parent Fundraising Committee
• Past Board member and Treasurer of the Penetanguishene Figure Skating Club
Dean Johnson has worked in the Developmental Services Sector for more than 30 years, first as a direct support staff, and then in various management roles. He has been the Chief Executive Officer at CLH Developmental Support Services since February 2018. CLH has an annual operating budget of $21 million dollars and employs 320 staff members, and offers a wide range of services covering the entire lifespan including: Early Intervention Resource Consultation for 1800 families across Simcoe County, Community Participation Supports, 20 Supported Living Homes, Supported Employment Programs, Supported Independent Living, Transitional Age Youth, Person Directed Planning, Host Family Program, and is a lead agency for the Community of Networks and Specialized Care – Central East. CLH also operates a Dual Diagnosis Specialized Treatment Home, and a Dual Diagnosis Transition Rehabilitation Housing Program.
Dean’s current and past committee involvement includes:
• Provincial DS Vaccine Preparedness Committee
• MCCSS – DS and Health Prioritization Committee
• Quality Assurance Measures Reference Group
• GLS (clinical services for Ontario) – current treasurer
• Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities
• Community Networks of Specialized Care – current chair
• Provincial Network on Developmental Services
• Central Region Ontario Autism Program Partnership Planning
• Central Region Planning Committee