Hey everyone, we posted last month about PivotPoint’s upcoming online training — don’t forget to sign up if you’re interested! October’s topic is Functional Communication.
Upcoming online training!
Sleep and Sleep Disorders – Virtual Lectures
Hey everyone, between October 28 and October 30 the Canadian Sleep Society is presenting free online public lectures about sleep disorders (including insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and hypersomnia). Check out more information about sessions here, or click here for registration information. Thanks to our Home Share team (Mike and Lindsay) for passing along this information!
Upcoming online training!
Hey everyone, PivotPoint is offering online training courses over the next three months as part of as part of CLBC’s Kootenay Behavior Consultation Program:
- Oct. 13 (9 am – 12 pm PDT): FUNCTIONAL COMMUNICATION
- Nov. 10 (9 am – 12 pm PDT): BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORT PLAN MANAGEMENT
- Dec. 1 (9 am – 12 pm PDT): STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE THE INDEPENDENCE OF LIFE SKILLS
You can find out more and register on PivotPoint’s website here.
Search for Self Advocates!
Hey everyone, as was reported in CLBC’s August 27th update, Down syndrome BC is forming a Self Advocate Advisory Committee! They are looking for self advocates with Down syndrome willing to volunteer their time to share their experiences and ideas.
Activities: The new Advisory Committee will meet a few times a year, discuss ideas and issues related to living with Down syndrome, and give feedback to Down syndrome BC about activities, vision and goals.
Requirements: Volunteers for this committee must be over the age of 16, live in BC, have Down syndrome and be interested in self advocacy work.
If you or someone you know is interested, send an email to hello@downsyndromebc.ca with “SAA Committee” in the subject line.
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) presentations
Hey everyone, CLBC’s August 27th update included information about several presentations being hosted by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for people with disabilities and caregivers:
- Persons with Disabilities Presentation – September 2 and October 12, 2021 from 1:30PM – 2:30pm PDT
- Benefits and Credits for Caregivers Presentation – September 14 and October 5, 2021 from 1:30PM – 2:30pm PDT
- Scam Awareness Presentation – September 29 and October 26, 2021 from 1:30 – 2:15pm PDT
There is a full list of upcoming presentations and registration links here.
ONLINE: Summer Swing & Social!
Hey everyone, the Nelson CARES Society is having their social on the 26th – share the info below, all are welcome!
- Time: Thursday, August 26th at 6:00pm
- Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6291747361
- Meeting ID: 629 174 7361
- Passcode (if required): CARES
SAOR Fall Conference!
Hey everyone, it’s nearly time for the Self Advocates of the Rockies fall conference! Check out the info below if you’re interested.
The Self Advocates of the Rockies is excited to share with you Fall conference, ‘Fall into Fall, Let’s get inspired’.
Please ensure that if you or any CLBC registered individuals which to join online regisitration is still available. It’s sure to be inspirational and fun!
For questions, please email the Self Advocates of the Rockies at cranbrooksaor@gmail.com
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXWAlLa1AuL_fBxdrvMZTamnOdWEJJ4IvIlwq0ZALgstFX9w/viewform
Time August 27th at 10am MST/11am PST
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85856817796?pwd=OXF0dnc3YVlMdktXWUVrL3hMeFB1UT09
Meeting ID: 858 5681 7796
Passcode: 571240
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Dial by your location (find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/ksp4xrJ6t)
Meeting ID: 858 5681 7796
Passcode: 571240
TONIGHT: Live call with Dr. Bonnie Henry & Adrian Dix…
Hi everyone, there is a live telephone townhall for all residents of the Interior Health region happening TONIGHT from 7 pm to 8 pm (PST). You can find more information about what to expect, and how to participate, by clicking here.
Guest speakers:
- Adrian Dix, Minister of Health
- Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer
- Experts from the Interior Health region
How to join:
- Call: 1-877-229-8493
- Enter ID Code: 117216
- You can listen to the live audio stream here.
CONFERENCE: Fall Into Fall But Let’s Get Inspired!
Hey everyone, the Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR) are hosting a conference called Fall Into Fall But Let’s Get Inspired on August 27th — you can check out the link to register and all the information on the FSI events page here!
This is a live Zoom event, and registration takes place until August 11th – that’s TOMORROW. There are gift bags for the first 50 people who register!
Self Advocates of the Rockies – AUGUST EVENTS!
Hey everyone, the Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR) group society has some fun events lined up this month. These events are available to individuals registered with CLBC services. Check it out!
- Freaky Geeky Talk Show – every Monday (Aug 9, 16, 23, 30)
- Ray’s Phone Tree – every Thursday (Aug 5, 12, 19, 26)
- Breaking Away From the COVID Blues Presents (Aug 18)
- World Photography Day 2021 (Aug 19)
- Ray’s Retro Friday Night Music (Aug 20)
- Fall into Fall but Let’s Get Inspired Conference 2021 (Aug 27)
There’s also the brochure of the speakers for the conference, and the history of the SAOR Group Society attached here as well.
