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ensure a “safety net”
through relationships
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provide links to others
in our community, province and country
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advocate on behalf of
themselves
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provide a forum for
network members to support each other
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help provide security
and a sense of relief for all family members
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act as a resource for
families
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act as representatives
and support decision making
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spend time with friends
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plan, dream, socialize
and have fun together
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provide books and
videos on community inclusion and other topics of
interest