Edson LEAP Centre

10/21/2026

Come out and play this week. Open to anyone and Free. Registration required to keep groups small. www.edsonleapcentre.as.me

** Little Movers ** is for all those littles not yet walking. Come meet other parents, learn some tummy time tricks and enjoy your little one in our safe and welcoming space. Wednesdays at 11:30
Thursdays at 11:00

** Sensory play ** is a perfect place to come and encourage your toddler to explore! Keep the mess here vs your house. Close parent supervision required.
Wednesdays 9-11am
Thursdays 1-3pm

see you there!

10/19/2026

Looking for a unique after-school respite option? Small groups, activities focused on regulation and down time and caring neuro-affirming staff create a safe fun place to come.
For more information or to register contact [email protected] or call 780 517-6174 ext 3.

10/16/2026

Mark your calendars, our 3rd annual Meet the Fleet Event is scheduled for 24 October at 12:30-3:30pm. This brings together all of Town of Edson first responders - Edson Fire Department , Edson RCMP, Associated Ambulance , & Edson Peace officers. It allows children, youth and adults with diverse needs a safe opportunity to interact with people in uniforms, go into their vehicles, ask questions and for our First Responders to meet the families. When an emergency happens we want to ensure that our loved ones with disabilities are safe and that our first responders may be familiar with them. Everyone welcome.

10/13/2026

Come out and play on this week.
Little Movers and Sensory Play both run Wednesday and Thursday.

Both Free!!
Please register at www.edsonleapcentre.as.me

10/12/2026

Thanksgiving is a reminder that gratitude isn’t always found in the big moments, but often in the little things we sometimes take for granted.

The laughter around the table, the familiar faces, the quiet moments at home, the people who check in on us, and the memories we continue to make with the ones we love.

Life isn’t always perfect, and not every season is easy. Some of us are celebrating, some are missing someone, and others are simply doing their best to get through the day. Wherever this season finds you, we hope you can find something to be thankful for, even if it’s something small.

May we remember to slow down, appreciate the people beside us, hold our loved ones a little closer, and never underestimate the beauty of an ordinary day spent with the people who matter most.

Wishing everyone a Thanksgiving filled with love, peace, and a grateful heart. 🧡

10/08/2026

October is Dysautonomia Awareness Month. Follow The Ehlers-Danlos Society for more great information.

October is Dysautonomia Awareness Month. ⁠
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Dysautonomia, also called autonomic dysfunction, is a group of disorders that affect the autonomic nervous system.⁠ ⁠
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Dysautonomia can occur in people with Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). Most research on dysautonomia in EDS and HSD has focused on hypermobile EDS (hEDS) and HSD. Dysautonomia has also been reported in people with other types of EDS, including classical EDS (cEDS) and vascular EDS (vEDS).⁠

There are different types of dysautonomia with different symptoms. In hEDS and HSD, dysautonomia commonly presents as a form of orthostatic intolerance. “Orthostasis” means to stand upright, so orthostatic intolerance refers to symptoms that occur due to standing up or being upright.⁠
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The two most common types of orthostatic intolerance are:⁠
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1️⃣ Orthostatic hypotension (OH) — low blood pressure on being upright.⁠
2️⃣ Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) — an abnormal increase in heart rate when standing without a drop in blood pressure.⁠
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Symptoms of dysautonomia include: ⁠ ⁠
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Tachycardia (fast heart rate)⁠ ⁠
⁠● Palpitations (feeling the heart racing or pounding)⁠
● Hypotension (low blood pressure)⁠
● Lightheadedness ⁠
● Presyncope (a sense of being about to faint)⁠
● Syncope (fainting)⁠
● ⁠Blurred vision⁠
😶‍🌫️Brain fog (problems with concentration and memory)⁠
● Headaches⁠
⁠● Chest pain ⁠ ⁠
⁠● Shakiness⁠
💤Chronic fatigue⁠
⁠● Exercise intolerance and feeling worse after exercise⁠ ⁠
● Swelling and/or discoloration of the legs after standing for short periods of time⁠
● Cold, discolored hands and feet⁠ ⁠
⁠● Temperature dysregulation⁠ ⁠
🥵Sweating⁠
● Sleep disturbance⁠
● Gastrointestinal issues⁠
● Nausea⁠
🚽Bladder dysfunction⁠
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Learn more about dysautonomia, how it's diagnosed, and management strategies: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/dysautonomia/

This information is intended for general educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized medical guidance.⁠
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10/07/2026

Our upcoming Annual General Meeting is TONIGHT at 7:00 pm, in person at Tilly's Tea Room (upper level of the Red Brick). Please enter at the West side entrance.

New members are welcome and invited to attend. If you are passionate about supporting families raising children and youth with diverse needs, we'd love to see you.

If you are interested in becoming a board member please email [email protected].

10/06/2026

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day. Learn more about CP and let's continue to aim to be inclusive to all abilities ❤️❤️

Today, October 6th, is World Cerebral Palsy Day! 🌎

is about recognition, inclusion, and action for the 50 million people worldwide living with cerebral palsy. It’s a day to celebrate the achievements of the CP community, challenge barriers, and push for a more accessible, inclusive world.

Cerebral palsy is the most common lifelong physical disability, affecting a person's ability to walk, move, or communicate. It is caused by an injury to the developing brain, but every individual’s experience with cerebral palsy is unique. Together, we're .

What's the change you wish to see for the cerebral palsy community? Comment with your thoughts below! 💚

10/02/2026

Thank you Swift Oilfield Supply. Your generosity will positively impact many!! Our community is amazing and as a small non-profit we truly appreciate you. ❤️