Note: this is a simplified ebook edition of the hard copy book by the same name, which is three times the length of this version. The ebook is offered without the extensive photography and other features of the hard copy edition. Note that a PDF version is also available (and is an exact replica of the full book) visit the listing for the magazine, softcover, or hardcover book to order the PDF. LiveWorkPlay is a leading-edge award-winning charitable organization based in Ottawa, Canada with a mission of helping the community welcome people with intellectual disabilities to live, work, and play as valued citizens.



Championing a person-centred and assets-based approach, LiveWorkPlay is delivering community-based success stories in housing, employment, social engagement, and relationships for people with intellectual disabilities. The custodial approaches of the past have denied this population the social capital they need for a full life in community, increasing their risk of isolation and other harms.



Over the course of the past 20 years, LiveWorkPlay founders Julie Kingstone and Keenan Wellar have helped lead a remarkable journey towards a more efficient and effective means of supporting vastly improved life outcomes. Benefiting from the contributions of a growing volunteer team and dedicated community partners, LiveWorkPlay is facilitating possibilities and opportunities, helping individuals and their families overcome systemic and attitudinal barriers faced by people with intellectual disabilities in their daily lives.



Refreshing and uplifting, this book is based around the live proceedings of the organization's 20th anniversary in 2015, with stories, anecdotes, photographs, and links to videos and other supporting documents and media. The reader will be inspired not only by the people, but by the many practical ideas to support better and more included lives for people with intellectual disabilities and stronger and more enjoyable communities for all.