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Information and Referral Assistive Technology for Employment Centre (ATEC)
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What's Going On
Schedule of EventsCheck the programs and services below to find out what's going on at the Victoria Disability Resource Centre. If you don't see a date scheduled for something you are interested in, check back or give us a call at 595-0044 for more information.
The DRC's PATHMarch 16, 2006 Click here for a summary of the PATH
Community Programs and Events:Personal Supports and Information Line1-888-818-1211 TTY: 1-800-661-8773 Email: PersonalSupportsInformation@gov.bc.ca The toll-free Personal Supports Information Line is a single access point for information about equipment and assistive devices. By calling the Information Line, individuals will be provided with information or connected with the government program that provides the particular equipment or assistive device about which the caller is inquiring. The Information Line will begin with a three-month evaluation phase, which will help the government determine what is working well with the service and what improvements need to be made. The Information Line is available to all British Columbians and is part of the provincial government’s Disability Strategy, the purpose of which is to build the best system of support in Canada for persons with disabilities, those with special needs and children at risk, and seniors. Choice Hotels® / CAILC Benefits ProgramSave 15-20% on your next stay with Choice Hotels’ Significant Organization Savings rate program. The program allows you to save at participating Comfort™, Comfort Suites®, Quality®, Sleep Inn®, Clarion®, Econo Lodge® and Rodeway Inn® hotels in Canada and at participating hotels worldwide - you'll find unexpected amenities and great service at over 270 hotels across Canada and at over 5,300 hotels worldwide. There are two ways to make reservations: Online Visit CAILC’s dedicated website at choicehotels.ca/cailc and search hotels and dates in the Quick Search section. One thing you must do before proceeding is to click on the right of the screen “Yes, Confirm”. This will take you into CAILC’s own website. Once you have completed your search and booked your hotel, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. By Phone To make reservations by phone call 800.4CHOICE (800.424.6423) and quote I.D. #00063725. Service is also available in French by calling 800.BO.RÊVES (800.267.3837).
Bonus – Choice Privileges® rewards program
Another benefit is the opportunity to join the FREE Choice Privileges rewards program. Earn points towards free nights, airline rewards, gift certificates and much more. To enrol, visit choiceprivileges.com.
Vancouver Island Society of Disabled ArtistsThe society was founded by Alistair Green & Garry Curry. It was created to show other disabled people the tools that Alistair and Garry have created and how they are used.
Check out the website at: http://homepage.mac.com/soda.studio/PhotoAlbum2.html Integrated DanceFREE Opportunity for Individuals with a Mobility Disability Dance Victoria, the company that brings dance productions like the Royal Winnipeg Ballet or Les ballets Jazz de Montreal to Victoria each year is launching a new initiative called TAILSPIN. Led by dance professional, Lori Hamar, TAILSPIN is being developed as an integrated dance company – integrating able-bodied dancers with those that have a mobility disability. Beginning in September, with accompaniment from a live musician, Lori will lead 12 free two-hour workshops. The workshops will have the side benefit of increasing your range of movement and strength, but ultimately, they will be focused on creating dance pieces for performance. These workshops are suitable for those individuals who want to try something new, have a passion for music and dance, and are willing to explore all possibilities. Lori’s background with integrated dance makes her classes supportive and dynamic. Each disabled dancer will have the opportunity to work in tandem with an able bodied dancer. Classes take place in an accessible hall with wood floors at the Gordon Head Rec Centre. If you’re interested, please go to www.DanceVictoria.com and click on Community Outreach for more information. Making Friends and Influencing People!GF Strong Recreation Therapy (Vancouver Coastal Health/G.F. Strong Rehab Centre) and the RRAD Team (Regional Resource for Adults with Disabilities) Monday Afternoons 1:00 to 4:00pm 1004 North Park Contact Epilepsy Awareness Programs for SchoolsEpilepsy affects one in a hundred students. Would your school be able to recognize a seizure? Find out what to do and what not to do, increase comfort and understanding for all. Free epilepsy programs are available for students and school staff from the Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson' s Centre. Contact Victoria Evening Support GroupFamily Caregivers Network Society (FCNS) 1st Monday of each month 7:00 to 9:00 pm FCNS office, 526 Michigan Street Attendance at all our support groups is on a drop-in basis. The groups are facilitated by trained volunteer facilitators. Groups also meet regularly in the areas of: Sidney, Western Communities/Sooke, Pender Island, and Salt Spring Island. Register by calling 384-0408 or by Email For more information please contact Family Caregivers' Network Society at 384-0408
DRC Programs and Services Activities:Information and ReferralInformation on disability issues, referrals to community resources. Drop by if you have questions on disability benefits, programs and services, or just want to chat. Peer Support
Empowerment Skills DevelopmentPlease Note: Due to severe allergies of some participants pease do not wear any scented products. Please leave perfumes and after-shaves at home.
Searching the internet and improving computer skills - If you want to improve your computer skills, call Wendy or Pat at 595-0044. All are welcome. No experience is necessary. We can focus on the basics of computer usage, file management, word processing, internet, and email. Contact us to sign up. Research and DemonstrationWithin this program we seek to understand our community needs and develop services to meet them. Workshops - Check back for upcoming workshops. Learn more about PATH (Planning Alternative Tomorrows with Hope) - pdf 30k The Flying Turtles NewsletterThis quarterly newsletter features information regarding upcoming events and articles of interest to people with disabilities and the organizations serving them. It is one of the many benefits of becoming a member of the Victoria Disability Resource Centre.
Current Issue: Spring 2007 Update on programs, "Web News", and more... Acrobat Reader is required to view pdf files, download it here if you need it.
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