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CLBC Update December 2023

CLBC reminder to get your flu
and COVID-19 shots
Community Living BC encourages anyone who has not yet had their flu and COVID-19 update vaccinations to do so as soon as possible.

The BC Centre for Disease Control reports that while COVID-19 activity has started to decline, it continues to be a risk especially for those who remain unvaccinated. At the same time, the number of influenza cases has begun to climb and adult visits to emergency departments for respiratory symptoms have increased.

CLBC encourages the people it serves, families and support workers to get both vaccines at the same time. You can find more information about the fall respiratory illness immunization campaign here.

Individuals supported by CLBC remain a priority to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Invitations were sent by email or text message to everyone who has registered to receive a COVID-19 immunization in B.C. The invitation has a direct link to book your COVID-19 and flu appointment online. These vaccines are free and available at pharmacies, health authority clinics and some primary care providers’ offices.

You can also book COVID-19 and flu immunizations through the Get Vaccinated system. If you need help scheduling your vaccine appointment, call: 1-833-838-2323. This phone line is available 7 days a week, from 7am to 7pm, and from 9am to 5pm on statutory holidays.

If you are a person who receives CLBC supports and are unsure about getting your shots or still trying to decide, you can listen to a personal message from Dr. Bonnie Henry and stories from other self-advocates on our You Can Too! web page here.

CLBC urges all who intended to get the shots, but have delayed doing so, to book both shots at the same time and before the holiday season.
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CSSHSA Webinar

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COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES DISABILITY MANAGEMENT & RETURN TO WORK (RTW)

Webinar #8 (01-June-2023 10AM-12PM)

Presenters:
  • Bill Dyer, Director, Reducing Poverty Initiative – National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR)
  • Stephen Symon, Manager Client Services, RTW Consultation and Education Services – WorkSafeBC
Outline:

Over the past three years in the community social services (CSS) sector, WorkSafeBC injury time loss claims have reach historical levels.  The Association is pleased to present the CSS Disability Management & RTW Webinar for the sector at no cost to participants on June 1, 2023, from 10 am to 12 pm.  

The Disability Management will capture the steps – components to consider when creating your organizations disability management program, “The Coles note – how to.” While the Return to Work and Recover and Work: Importance of Early Intervention and Introduction of Bill 41 (Return to Work and Other Duties in Relation to Injured Workers).

We are delighted to have seasoned speakers Bill Dyer and Stephen Symon.  This webinar is building on previous presentations and will be providing key information to support employers and workers.  Please register quickly at the link below.  Thank you.Participant Range:

 500 Max. (Limits on organization number of participants)Participant Admission:

 Free / No CostRegistration Link:

 Register

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Workplace Mental Health BC

Looking to learn more about mental health – here are some free webinars/workshops that you can attend through Workplace Mental Health BC: https://www.workmentalhealthbc.ca/resource/article/css-upcoming-webinars

WEBINAR: The Stories We Tell Ourselves – Strategies for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Thursday, May 25  | 11:00AM till 12:15PM | REGISTER

Gain the tools to conquer self-doubt and and rewrite your story in this empowering workshop on unmasking imposter syndrome

Imposter syndrome refers to a psychological phenomenon where individuals hold the belief that they are undeserving of success, persistently plagued by feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt about their intelligence, skills, or competence. It is often described as feeling like a fraud who achieved success through luck and fear being exposed.

This workshop delves into the essence of imposter syndrome, exploring its distinct types and offering practical strategies for overcoming self-doubt.

Over the span of 75 minutes, participants will:

  • Learn to recognize imposter syndrome in themselves and their colleagues.
  • Understand the connection between avoidance, overworking, and imposter syndrome.
  • Examine the narratives we tell ourselves that perpetuate self-doubt.
  • Harness the power of self-compassion to combat imposter syndrome.
  • Discover effective coping strategies for dealing with imposter syndrome.

Participants will also have the opportunity to discuss their personal experiences with imposter syndrome and its triggers.

This workshop welcomes individuals who are interested in understanding and addressing imposter syndrome, as well as Federation members seeking ways to navigate imposter syndrome and the accompanying unhelpful thoughts and emotions.

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May 2: CLBC Update re: Final Covid-19 Call for Individuals and Families

THIS CALL IS FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES SERVED BY CLBC

Dear self advocates and family members –

Please join our final COVID-19 update call on Tuesday, May 2, from 12 – 1 p.m. (Pacific Daylight Time) to receive the latest health and safety information from Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer. The link for this call is found below.

When: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Time: 12 – 1 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time

Speakers on this call will include:

  • Michael J. Prince, Call moderator and Chair, CLBC Board
  • Ross Chilton, CEO, Community Living BC
  • Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer

Please send your questions about COVID by noon on Friday, April 28 to CLBCInfo@gov.bc.ca with the subject line: MAY 2 COVID CALL.

This meeting will be on the Microsoft Teams (MS Teams) platform so that participants can hear and see the speakers. People will also have the option to call in with a telephone. Please use the following MS Teams link or call-in telephone numbers to join the call:

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 223 968 016 450
Passcode: hUdfCu
Download Teams | Join on the web

Or call in (audio only)

+1 778-401-6289,,169475324#   Canada, Victoria
Phone Conference ID: 169 475 324#
Find a local number | Reset PIN
Toll-free (audio only): 1-888-600-3289
Learn More | Meeting options

If you have questions or would like to receive an information sheet with instructions on how to use MS Teams, please contact CLBC.Events@gov.bc.ca.

For the latest information from CLBC, please visit our COVID-19 webpage for individuals and families here. 

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Satisfaction Surveys 2023

Every year CCSS likes to check in with Employees, Persons Supported and Home Share Providers on our services provided, receive feedback and gain insight into what we can improve on as an agency.

Please feel free to complete the Satisfaction Survey to provide information and feedback to CCSS on their services. Click on the corresponding link below:

Employees: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSel7Lj_TjRq-Qgt_39THudMaPqRZNu8B0bEdvUubuMoFhAMlA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Persons Supported: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesrEoOE_PS11ILiDB5YHL-wp_szXjZd_y5dZkon-Ivfdn3Qw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Home Share Providers: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKNK3MUr5nklIyUQebbPwDn7ksr_RNDN2Z47f5JlriPttlJQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you in advance for completing this years Satisfaction Survey.

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Nov 18: CLBC Update re: Covid-19 for Individuals and Families

Dear self advocates and family members –

Please join our COVID-19 update call on Friday, November 18, 2022, from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time) to receive the latest health and safety information from Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer. The link for this call is found below.

When: Friday, November 18, 2022
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time

Speakers on this call will include:

  • Michael J. Prince, Call moderator and Chair, CLBC Board
  • Ross Chilton, CEO, Community Living BC
  • Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer

Please send your questions about COVID by noon on Wednesday, Nov. 16 to CLBCInfo@gov.bc.ca with the subject line: NOVEMBER COVID CALL.

This meeting will be on the Microsoft Teams (MS Teams) platform so that participants can hear and see the speakers. People will also have the option to call in with a telephone. Please use the following MS Teams link or call-in telephone numbers to join the call:



Microsoft Teams Meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 248 084 081 698
Passcode: fLzvGS
Download Teams | Join on the web

Or call in (audio only)
+1 778-401-6289,,693330599#   Canada, Victoria
Phone Conference ID: 693 330 599#
Find a local number | Reset PIN
Toll-free (audio only): 1-888-600-3289
Learn More | Meeting options

If you have questions or would like to receive an information sheet with instructions on how to use MS Teams, please contact CLBC.Events@gov.bc.ca.

We look forward to having you join us. For the latest information from CLBC, please visit our COVID-19 web page for individuals and families here.

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We’re done…!

CARF 2022 is finished and went really well…!

Thanks SO much to a great team who welcomed Sara and Joanne from CARF (virtually) for the last 3 days. They were awesome and so were all of you.

Thanks again!
Jackie and Brian

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CLBC Update re: Covid-19 for Individuals and Families

From CLBC:

Dear self advocates and family members –

Please join our COVID-19 update call on Monday, September 26, 2022, from 2 – 3 p.m. (Pacific Daylight Time) to receive the latest health and safety information from Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer. The link for this call is found below.

When: Monday, September 26
Time: 2 – 3 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time

Speakers on this call will include:

  • Dr. Michael J. Prince, Call moderator and Chair, CLBC Board
  • Ross Chilton, CEO, Community Living BC
  • Dr. Daniele Behn Smith, Deputy Provincial Health Officer

This meeting will be on the Microsoft Teams (MS Teams) platform so that participants can hear and see the speakers. People will also have the option to call in with a telephone. Please use the following MS Teams link or call-in telephone numbers to join the call:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 237 155 153 08
Passcode: iDs673
Download Teams | Join on the web

Or call in (audio only)
+1 778-401-6289,,517723359#   Canada, Victoria
Phone Conference ID: 517 723 359#
Find a local number | Reset PIN
Toll-free (audio only): 1-888-600-3289
Learn More | Meeting options

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