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CLBC-Family Forum September Meeting

Hey all, CLBC has sent around the information (attached) for September’s Family Forum meeting.  Don’t forget to RSVP to Linda Farr by 4:30 PM this Thursday (Sep. 20) if you’re going to go!  Here is her contact info:

Linda Farr, CPD Supervisor Administrative Services
#140 – 1060 Manhattan Drive
Kelowna, B.C.  V1Y 9X9
Phone:  250-712-3624
Fax:     250-712-5426

Or click here to email Linda.

Planning to go?  Leave us a comment!

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SPOTLIGHT: New CPP-D Application Form

Hi everyone, we received a community update from DABC about the new Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPP-D) application form.  You can check out their update (attached).  If you’d like to check out the new form, it’s available here on the Government of Canada’s website: https://catalogue.servicecanada.gc.ca/content/EForms/en/Detail.html?Form=ISP1151

For more info about these changes, you can contact the DABC’s Senior CPP-D Advocate, Ashley Silcock (1-800-663-1278).

Have you applied using the new CPP-D form?  Let us know what you thought in the comments!

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FREE Fall Webinars about Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning!

Hey everyone, did you know that Plan Institute is currently developing a new Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning webinar?

With the support of Law Foundation of BC, Plan Institute will be offering 4 FREE sessions (see dates below) during the pilot phase of this project.  These free sessions are available to residents of BC living outside of the Lower Mainland.

Fall 2018 Webinar Dates:
September 20th, 2018 | 7pm-8pm
October 18th, 2018 | 10am-11am
November 5th, 2018 | 7pm-8pm
November 19th, 2018 | 10am-11am

To register or to learn more, click here: https://planinstitute.ca/learning-centre/wte-webinar/

Confused about financial and estate planning?  Leave a comment with your biggest questions!

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SPOTLIGHT: MANDT Training – Sep. 27, 28

Community Connections is very proud to be offering the Mandt System training on September 27-28 in Cranbrook!  Click here for Mandt Training info!  This training is presented by our very own certified Mandt Instructor, James Croston (Senior Home Share Coordinator).

Contracted Home Share Providers have the opportunity to obtain their certification over the one-and-a-half day workshop in Relational skills.

If you are a CCSS Home Share Provider and interested in this training, contact James (250-420-1066) by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14th, to reserve a spot.

James is looking forward to meeting all participants!

Not sure what this is all about?  No problem!  Leave us a comment, or check out The Mandt System’s great website here.

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Fall 2018 Workshops – Plan Institute

The upcoming season of workshops from Plan Institute are scheduled – check out what’s on offer for Fall 2018!  See their website for more.

The latest from Plan Institute and our community partners.

Thank you for your interest in Plan Institute! We continue to strive to improve the lives of people with disabilities through education, community-based projects and advocating for policy reform, and we couldn’t do it without your support.
Here’s a snapshot of some of our learning opportunities coming up this fall. We are always adding new events and dates so be sure to check our website for updates.
Sincerely,
The Plan Institute Team
The best guarantee of a safe and secure future for anyone with a disability is a caring network of family and friends. This online course uses PLAN’s proven approach to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Personal Support Network Facilitator. As a Network Facilitator, you will have the tools to re-chart a life of isolation towards a life at the centre of an active and caring personal support network. Learn more…
6-week Online Course. Click your preferred date to register!

The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a Canada-wide registered matched savings plan specific for people with disabilities. It is designed as a long-term savings plan to help the holder be better financially prepared for their future. Our RDSP workshops will cover everything you need to know about opening and managing an RDSP! Learn more…
In-house sessions are held at the Plan Institute office in Vancouver at 312 Main Street. Click your preferred date to register!
Tele-seminars refer to our conference call information sessions which can be attended from anywhere by telephone or computer. Click your preferred date to register!

Becoming well-informed about wills, trusts and estate planning is necessary to secure the financial future of your loved one with a disability. In this course, estate-planning attorney Halldor Bjarnason & Ken Kramer explain how to arrange your estate, prepare a will, and the various ins and outs of setting up a trust specifically for your relative or loved-one with a disability. Learn more…
In-house sessions are held at the Plan Institute office in Vancouver at 312 Main Street. Click your preferred date to register!
Webinars refer to our online information sessions which can be attended by BC residents living outside of the Lower Mainland. Click your preferred date to register!
*Please note: Webinars are currently only available to those living in rural areas of BC. If you are residing in the Lower Mainland, please refer to our in-house sessions listed above.

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