Queens Association for Supported Living

01/25/2026

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01/20/2026

On Friday we had the pleasure of celebrating Holly Thomson’s retirement after nearly 34 years of dedicated service with QASL.

Residents, staff, and former colleagues came together to reminisce, share stories, and honour the impact Holly has made over her remarkable career. Throughout her years at QASL, Holly formed meaningful relationships with her staff and the residents she supported; connections built on respect and compassion.

While we will miss her in her role as residential supervisor, we are grateful for the legacy she leaves behind as seen through the many memories shared on Friday. Congratulations Holly! Thank you for over three decades of incredible service. Wishing you a well-earned and joyful retirement! 🎉

01/20/2026

Nova Scotians with disabilities will soon have more choices for supported living in community with the launch of the new HomeShare program, a commitment under the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy.

Through the program, which launches today, January 20, participants in Nova Scotia’s Disability Support Program who choose to live in a shared home are matched with a provider in their community. Providers are paid for the support and for room and board from the participant’s individualized funding.

Every match is based on individual needs, interests, routines and expectations. Providers may help participants prepare meals, get to and from work or keep track of appointments. In some cases, participants live quite independently; in others, support is a more integrated part of daily life.

The program is delivered by established disability support service providers who co-ordinate locally with support from the government and Nova Scotia Community Living Organizations. Local co-ordinating organizations are responsible for screening providers, facilitating matches and providing ongoing support to the provider and the participant.

Recruitment is now underway for potential HomeShare providers. More information is available at: www.HomeShareNS.ca

01/20/2026

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01/19/2026

01/19/2026

All QASL day programs, including Penny Lane, the Social Scene and Riverbank are closed today, Monday January 19th.
The NVCI training that was to take place today will also be rescheduled.

01/16/2026

We are halfway through January but there is still time to purchase tickets for a chance to win and give back.
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01/16/2026

Interested in learning more about this new community living option? See below for details.

We have two upcoming Home Share 101 sessions:
Feb 12 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Feb 12 | 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
This 2 hour virtual session will provide an overview of the upcoming community housing program, Home Share
These sessions are open to all.
If you’d like to join, please email Lindsay to register: homeshare@nsclo.ca

01/16/2026

We have two more upcoming Remedy 101 sessions:
January 21 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm
January 26 | 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
This 2 hour virtual session will provide an overview of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy.
While the sessions are geared toward service providers, everyone is welcome to attend.
If you’d like to join, please email Lindsay to register: homeshare@nsclo.ca

01/09/2026

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