It is that time of year again – Community Connections is hosting its annual Community BBQ in Cranbrook (July 5) and Creston (July 4), check out these posters for info! We will be having our BBQ and also offering information about Home Share. Come out and enjoy the weather, meet our Home Share Coordinators, connect with the program Service Coordinator (Ken) and have a great time. We hope to see you there!
18-06-08-CCSS-BBQ-Flyer-Creston-.pdfKelowna: Amit’s Update – Community Support for June 11- 15, 2018
Hey everyone:
Here’s a video from Amit on what’s going on in Community Support in Kelowna this week:
SPOTLIGHT: Free online education resource!
We just heard about a resource that offers free online education – and we want to tell you about it!
This resource is from Australia, and now includes a module out on supporting mental health in people with developmental disabilities and Autism. There is a section specifically for caregivers of folks with developmental disabilities and mental health needs as well.
You can click here for its permanent location on our Materials and Education page, or you can check it out directly at this link: https://www.idhealtheducation.edu.au/
Tomorrow! CoolArts Featured Artist Series @ Studio 201
Come on by the Rotary Centre’s Studio 201 to support CoolArts!
Featured Artist Series Presents
ONE WITH NATURE ~ PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKS BY SHANE COOK
Thursday, June 7th 5-7 p.m.
Studio 201 ~ Rotary Centre for the Arts 421 Cawston Avenue
Everyone Welcome
Planning to go? Leave us a comment!
TODAY! CoolArts Show @ Milkcrate Records
Come out and support Cool Arts artists at:
RADIAL SYMMETRY SHOW
Opening Reception
Wednesday, June 6th at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 6th at 7 p.m.
Milkcrate Records 527 Lawrence Avenue
Everyone Welcome
Planning to go? Leave us a comment!
PLAN Institute – Moving and Upcoming Events
PLAN Institute is excited to move into their new space at 312 Main St, Vancouver, as of June 18th. Congratulations on the move! They also have two events coming up – and you can always find more on their website (https://planinstitute.ca/learning-centre/events/):
June 13
Tele-seminar
The RDSP is a Canada-wide registered matched savings plan specific for people with disabilities that allows savings to grow in a tax-deferred environment and provides matching federal contributions of up to 300% annually.
September 7 – 9
Bowen Island, BC
We invite you to join us for a special weekend retreat that was developed by and for family caregivers to allow for a chance to relax, rejuvenate and connect with other caregivers in a beautiful setting. The weekend involves a gentle schedule of activities including nature walks, painting and collaging, sharing stories, guided meditation, as well as alone time for personal reflection and relaxation. All delicious meals will be included.
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SPOTLIGHT: SURVEYS!
Hey everyone, we are getting close to wrapping up our annual Satisfaction Surveys – so today’s SPOTLIGHT is about feedback surveys!
We send these surveys to you – the people we support, home share providers, stakeholders like parents, family and community members, and our employees – because we really want to know what you think about how we are doing. We want to know how we are doing, and we want to know how we can do better!
When you fill out a survey, you’re giving us the tools we need to do better for YOU. And that’s what we want!
THANK YOU for being part of our improvement efforts! We couldn’t do it without you.
Don’t forget to check out our WE HEARD YOU page – new this year! We are looking forward to keeping you “in the know” about our next steps…
Have feedback, but it isn’t survey time? No problem! Get in touch with us anytime you want to tell us what you think. Comments welcome – post and we will get back to you!
SPOTLIGHT: Surveys!
Hey everyone, we are getting close to wrapping up our annual Satisfaction Surveys – so today’s SPOTLIGHT is about feedback surveys!
We send these surveys to you – the people we support, home share providers, stakeholders like parents, family and community members, and our employees – because we really want to know what you think about how we are doing. We want to know how we are doing, and we want to know how we can do better!
When you fill out a survey, you’re giving us the tools we need to do better for YOU. And that’s what we want!
THANK YOU for being part of our improvement efforts! We couldn’t do it without you.
Don’t forget to check out our WE HEARD YOU page – new this year! We are looking forward to keeping you “in the know” about our next steps…
Have feedback, but it isn’t survey time? No problem! Get in touch with us anytime you want to tell us what you think. Comments welcome – post and we will get back to you!
Great News! Josh’s First Ride
Hey everybody, we just heard some Great News and we want to share it with you!
This is Josh – and this is Josh’s first time riding on a horse. This was really exciting for Josh and for everyone around him. Special thanks to the instructor, who was great keeping the horse very calm. And a huge thanks to Josh’s team for supporting him with his first ride!
Way to go Josh – this looks like a blast! We’re looking forward to seeing a lot more pictures as you keep on riding.
Like to ride horses too? Leave us a comment and tell us where you go to ride!
SPOTLIGHT: Sun Safety!
Hey everybody, the weather’s getting hot.
So, in this SPOTLIGHT, we are focusing on Sun Safety!
Sun Safety is all about getting outside and staying busy in nice weather, but also making sure that we take care of our health and avoid the risks of being in the sun. There are some really great tips on sun safety here (at the Government of Canada website).
And, to keep things fun, the Minions team up Olympic Gold Medallist Stephanie Rice in this fun video with sun safety tips. Check it out!
