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resources guide ››Action Committee of People with Disabilities Promotes the awareness, acceptance and full understanding of the issues and obstacles faced by people with disabilities in living independently. ADDRESS: 948 View St. Victoria, BC V8V 3L5 PHONE: 250-383-4105 FAX: 250-383-4835 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.actioncommittee.ca ››Alcoholics Anonymous Phone for the Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. ADDRESS: 3457 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC. V5R 5L5 PHONE: 604-434-3933 FAX: 604-434-2553 EMAIL: [email protected] ››ALDS Inc. – Assistive Listening Device Systems Inc ALDS Inc. manufactures infrared assistive listening devices, telephone and loop testers, and T-switch training aids. Our products are developed and tested with the help of hard of hearing people and are distributed worldwide. ALDS Inc. also distributes over 200 high quality assistive products from other manufacturers. These products include TTYs, alerting and signaling systems, personal and wide area listening systems, assistive telephone products, and much more. EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.alds.com PHONE: 604-533-9886 TOLL FREE: 866-845-2537 51

COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION››BC 211 (Formerly Information Services Vancouver)While there are excellent community programs available, many citizens have difficulty findingthe services they need. Service providers also face challenges trying to locate appropriatecommunity services for their clients.ADDRESS: 330-111 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC. V6B 1H4PHONE: 604-875-6431FAX: 604-660-9415TTY: 604-875-0885TOLL FREE: 1-800-563-0808E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.bc211.ca››Canadian Broadcasting CorporationMore than just traditional broadcaster, CBC/Radio-Canada is today evolving into a contentcompany, the home of Canadian programming and multimedia leader with a solid presencein the regions. One of the country’s largest cultural institutions, the corporation delivers itsvarious services to all Canadians on platforms ranging from radio, television and the web,satellite radio and digital audio.ADDRESS: 700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2R5PHONE: 604-662-6000FAX: 604-662-6878TOLL FREE: 1-866-306-4636E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.cbc.ca/bc››Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) VictoriaAt CIHI, we’re here to help you get the most out of your visit. Whether you want to order apublication, register for an online session or pursue a career opportunity, you’ll find links tosome of our key resources on this page.ADDRESS: 600-880 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B7PHONE: 250-220-4100FAX: 250-220-7090E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.cihi.ca 52

resources guide››Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability (CIRPD)Our aim is to be a mediator between researchers, health professionals and patients to improvecommunication about chronic pain.ADDRESS: 204-916 W. Broadway Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K7PHONE: 604-684-4148FAX: 604-684-6247TOLL FREE: 1-800-872-3105E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.cirpd.orgLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: National››Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Backed by more than 65 years of experience, we work with community organizations, theprivate sector, non-profit agencies and all levels of government to help create innovativesolutions to today’s housing challenges, anticipate tomorrow’s needs, and improve the qualityof life for all Canadians.ADDRESS: 200-1111 West Georgia St.,Vancouver, BC V6E 4S4PHONE: 604-731-5733FAX: 604-737-4139TOLL FREE: 1-800-309-3388WEB: www.cmhc.ca››Citizens’ Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) Vancouver“The Citizens’ commission on Human Rights was established by the Church of Scientologyto investigate and expose psychiatric violations of human rights.”ADDRESS: 401 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V5R 5V9PHONE: 604-689-4417TOLL FREE: 1-800-670-2247E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.cchr.orgLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: British Columbia 53

COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION››Disability and Information Technologies (Dis-IT) Research AllianceExamines how information technologies can increase the quality of life and the inclusion ofCanadians with disabilities.PHONE: (204) 474-9971E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.dis-it.caAREA: National››Disability Resource Centre CowichanPromotes the progressive process of persons with disabilities taking control to negotiateand manage personal and community resources necessary to live an independent lifestyle.ADDRESS: 202 394 Duncan Street, Duncan, BC V9L 2T1PHONE: 250-746-3930FAX: 250-746-3662TTY: 250-748-1411E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.cvilrc.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Cowichan Valley››Disability Resource Network of British Columbia (DRNBC)Raises public and government awareness about time educational needs of people withdisabilities, and acts as an information sharing body to all personnel regarding disability-related issues in the post-secondary system.ADDRESS: 250 West Pender St., Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9PHONE: 604-433-8438WEB: www.drnbc.orgLANGUAGE: English, ASLAREA: Provincial››Enquiry BCEnquiry BC is a provincial call centre that provides services to all British Columbia residents,on behalf of provincial government ministries, Crown corporations and public agencies.PHONE: 604-660-2421TTY: 604-775-0303TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-7867E-MAIL: [email protected]: www2.gov.bc.ca/en 54

resources guide››Family Support Institute British ColumbiaBrings families together to share their special understanding of having a son or daughterwith a disability, and provides networking opportunities, training and information sharing.ADDRESS: 227 6th Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3A5PHONE: 604-540-8374. Ext. 523FAX: 604-540-9374TOLL FREE: 1-800-441-5403E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.familysupportbc.comLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Independent Living VernonThe mission of Independent Living Vernon is to create sustainable community links, to work forsocietal change and to remove barriers so that people with disabilities have the opportunityto realize their full potential.ADDRESS: Suite # 107- 3402 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC VIT 1S1PHONE: 250-545-9292FAX: 250-545-9226TTY: 250-542-2193TOLL FREE: 1-877-288-1088E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.ilvernon.ca››IBDE Online Web Design CoursesOffers a six-month online web design program for persons with disabilities wishing to learnnew marketable skills and start a home-based Internet business.ADDRESS: P.O. Box 278. Nelson, BC V1L 5P9PHONE: 1-888-927-7473FAX: 250-352-5926WEB: www.ibde.ca››Line 21 Media ServicesSpecializes in closed and open off line captioning.ADDRESS: 124-1058 Mainland St., Vancouver, BC. V6B 2T4PHONE: 604-662-4600FAX: 604-662-4606E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.line21media.com 55

COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION››Ministry of Health BCThe Ministry of Health Services has overall responsibility for ensuring that quality,appropriate, cost effective and timely health services are available to all BritishColumbians. The British Columbia (BC) health system is one of our most valued socialprograms - virtually every person in the province will access some level of health careor health service during their lives. Good health is a fundamental building block of ahappy and productive life.ADDRESS: 1515 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C8PHONE: 604-660-2421TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-7867E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.gov.bc.ca/health››National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR)As an education, training and research organization, NIDMAR‘s primary focus is theimplementation of workplace-based reintegration programs which international researchhas proven is the most effective way of restoring and maintaining workers’ abilities.ADDRESS: 4755 Cherry Creek Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 0A7PHONE: 778-421-0821FAX: 778-421-0823E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.nidmar.caLANGUAGE: English/FrenchAREA: National››North Shore Advisory Committee on Disability IssuesTo provide a forum for discussion of issues affecting people with disabilities. To formulate proposalsand make recommendations to the three North Shore municipalities (the City and District ofNorth Vancouver and the District of West Vancouver) to provide residents with disabilities withan accessible community, free of physical and social barriers. To advise the eventual RegionalHealth Board/Community Councils on matters affecting people with disabilities.ADDRESS: 141 W 14th Street, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1H9PHONE: 604-985-7761FAX: 604-985-9417WEB: www.cnv.org 56

resources guide››Eaton Coull Learning Group, LTDIncluding Attorneys handling Special Needs legal issues and Estate Planning for SpecialNeeds. The Eaton Coull Learning Group, Ltd. (ECLG) is dedicated to the creation ofeducational products for students with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder.ADDRESS: 3541 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6R 3C2PHONE: 604-736-5588TOLL FREE: 800-933-6063FAX: 604-734-5510E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.iser.com/eclg.html››Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society(VAFCS)The Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society (VAFCS) has been meeting the needs ofaboriginal people making a transition to the urban community. The Friendship Centre, a charitableorganization provides programs in health and welfare, social services, human rights, culture,education, recreation and equality for all genders of aboriginal people of all age groups. TheFriendship Centre emphasizes the philosophies and values of aboriginal culture and tradition.ADDRESS: 1607 E. Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V5L 1S7PHONE: 604-251-4844FAX: 604-251-1986E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.vafcs.org››Persons with Disabilities Advisory CommitteeThe City of Vancouver is committed to enhancing accessibility, inclusion, universality, and theelimination of barriers that impede full participation of persons with all types of disabilities incommunity life. We also recognize that improvements in accessibility and inclusion ultimatelybenefit all community members.ADDRESS: 453 W. 12th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4PHONE: 604-873-7000E-MAIL: [email protected]››Vancouver Island Autistic Homes SocietyVIAH exists to enable and support adult persons with Autism Spectrum disorders to live in thecommunity and to create opportunities for independence, growth and community participation.ADDRESS: 215-2750 Quadra St., Victoria, BC V8T 4E8PHONE: 250-475-2566FAX: 250-475-2679E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.viah.ca 57

COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION››Vancouver Island Dog Guide SocietyThe Vancouver Island Dog Guide Society, established in 1994, is actively involved in publicawareness and education to ensure that the rights of persons who use dog guides are supported.ADDRESS: P.O. Box 8008. Stn. Central P.O, Victoria, BC V8W 3R7PHONE: 250-881-4562FAX: 250-595-4849E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.victoria.tc.ca/Community/Vidgs››Victoria Brain Injury SocietyProviding support, education and advocacy to people with acquired brain injury on Vancouver Island.ADDRESS: Units D and E, 830 Pembroke Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1H9PHONE: 250-598-9339FAX: 250-598-9363E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.vbis.ca››Vancouver Island Human Rights CoalitionThe Vancouver Island Human Rights Coalition (VIHRC) is a non-profit community organizationgoverned by an elected board of directory (which function as a coordinating collective). Westrive to offer an anti-oppressive service for people who are facing discrimination. We alsoassist individuals in filing human rights complaints under the BC Human Rights Code.ADDRESS: 418-620 View St. Coast Salish, Territory. Victoria, BC V8W 1J6PHONE: 250-382-3012FAX: 250-380-7311E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.vihrc.org››Vancouver Island Persons Living with HIV/AIDS SocietyVancouver Island PWA Society is the ONLY peer based HIV/AIDS organization on VancouverIsland. We are a non-profit, member based organization made up of HIV+ and HepC co-infected people. A volunteer Board of Directors, all of whom are living with HIV/AIDS, governsour Society. This is to ensure the stability of our grassroots philosophy of ‘By PWAs for PWAs’,in keeping with our person supporting model of service.ADDRESS: 101-1139 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3N2PHONE: 250-382-7927FAX: 250-382-3232TOLL FREE: 1-877-382-7927E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.vpwas.org 58

resources guide››Vancouver White Cane ClubServes persons who are visually impaired for improvement of quality of life.ADDRESS: 100-5055 Joyce St., Vancouver, V5R 6B2PHONE: 604-431-3883LANGUAGE: English››Variety - The Children’s CharityVariety - The Children’s Charity has a long and rich history of helping families, communitiesand organizations throughout the province of British Columbia. The ways in which we makea difference, with the vital support of donors and volunteers, are vast in number yet heartfelton every occasion. Learn more about our work and how you can join us to make a difference.ADDRESS: 4300 Still Creek Dr., Burnaby, BC V5C 6C6PHONE: 604-320-0505TOLL FREE: 604-310-5637FAX: 604-320-0535E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.variety.bc.ca››Independent Living VernonEmpowers and supports individuals to access community resources, through informationprovision, referral, skill development, research and direct services.ADDRESS: #107-3402 27th Ave., Vernon, BC V1T 1S1PHONE: 250-545-9292FAX: 250-545-9226TTY: 250-542-2193E-MAIL: [email protected]: www. ilvernon.caTOLL-FREE: 1-877-288-1088AREA: North Okanagan››Vernon MS SocietyPromotes awareness, helps each other to cope and learn from each other, shares with oneanother, raises funds for the MS Society and just loves and cares for each other.ADDRESS: 105-3402 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S1PHONE: 250-542-2241FAX: 250-549-9191WEB: www.vernonms.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Vernon, Oyama, Lomby 59

COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION››Vital Statistics AgencyOn the Vital Statistics Agency website, you will find information to help you register andorder certificates for vital events, such as a birth, death or marriage.ADDRESS: Rm. 250 - 605 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5J3PHONE: 250-952-2681 (Victoria)TOLL FREE: 1-888-876-1633WEB: www.vs.gov.bc.ca››Well-Being Program for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf BlindThe Well-Being Program (WBP) is a government funded health service, under the auspicesof the Vancouver Community Mental Health Services within the Vancouver Coastal HealthAuthority.ADDRESS: 300-4211 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 1Z6PHONE: 604-456-0900TTY: 604-456-0901TOLL FREE: 1-800-949-1155E-MAIL: [email protected]: deafwellbeing.vch.ca››Wellness and Disability Initiative / AIDS and Disability Action ProgramOffers consumer health information in plain language and alternative formats, and operates aresource centre and website to help caregivers and professionals develop their own materials.ADDRESS: 204-456 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 4A8PHONE: 604-875-0188FAX: 604-875-9227TTY: 604-875-8835TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-1278E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.bccpd.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: National 60

resources guide››West Kootenay Injured and Disabled WorkersProvides assistance with occupational related injuriesADDRESS: Box 232. Montrose BC, V0G 1 P0PHONE: 250-367-7201E-MAIL: [email protected]››WorkSafeBCWorkSafeBC - the Workers’ Compensation Board of BC - is dedicated to promoting workplacehealth and safety for the workers and employers of British Columbia.Vancouver BranchADDRESS: 6951 Westminster Highway, Richmond B.C. V7C 1C6PHONE: 604-273-2266TOLLFREE: 1 888 967-5377FAX: 604-276-3097WEB: www.worksafebc.com 61

Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it.– George HalasEDUCATION

resources guide››Adult Basic Education Association of BCThe Adult Basic Education Association of British Columbia is a professional association whichfosters and promotes excellence in adult basic education instruction and programming.ADDRESS: 5476 45th Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1L4PHONE: 604-664-8567EMAIL: [email protected]: www.abeabc.ca››Autism Society of British ColumbiaTo promote understanding, acceptance, and full community inclusion for people with autismin British Columbia while providing support for the realization of the rights and informedchoices of individuals with autism and their families.ADDRESS: #303 – 3701 E. Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 2H6PHONE: 604-434-0880FAX: 604-434-0801TOLL FREE: 888-437-0880EMAIL: [email protected]: www. autismbc.ca››Barrier Free Physical & Educational AccessEmpowers students with physical and educational barriers so that they are better able toreach their full potential. Also acts as a liaison between secondary and post-secondaryeducation.ADDRESS: 115-460 Buckland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5Z4EMAIL: [email protected]: EnglishAREA: Kelowna››BC Institute of Technology - Disability Resource CentreOur focus at the Disability Resource Centre is to empower you to overcome the limits andbarriers that you encounter during your studies, visible and invisible, permanent or temporary.We look forward to helping you “level the playing field” and succeed in your courses. Whetheryou’re a full-time or a part-time student, or even if you just need help in figuring out whichoption is the best fit for you, we’d like to meet with you.ADDRESS: SW1 Room 2360, 3700 - Willingdon Ave. Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2PHONE: 604-451-6963FAX: 604-432-8839EMAIL: [email protected]: www.bcit.ca/drc 63

EDUCATION ››BC Provincial School for the DeafA provincial school for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 (ages 5-19) who are deaf orhard of hearing.ADDRESS: 5455 Rumble St. Burnaby, South Secondary School, Burnaby, BC V5J 2B7PHONE: 604-664-8560FAX: 604-664-8561TTY: 604-664-8563WEB: south.sd41.bc.ca››British Columbia College and Institute Library Services (CILS)Provides alternate format resources to post-secondary students with print disabilities inBritish Columbia.ADDRESS: CILS c/o Langara College, 100 W 49th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Y 2Z6PHONE: 604-323-5639FAX: 604-323-5544EMAIL: [email protected]: www.langara.bc.ca/cils››British Columbia Ministry of Education - Diversity and EquityEstablishes special education policy for BC schools.ADDRESS: PO Box 9887 Stn. Prov. Gov., Victoria, BC V8W 9T6PHONE: 250-387-1037FAX: 250-387-6315TOLL FREE: 888-879-1166EMAIL: [email protected]: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/specialedLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Camosun College - Basic Food Services Training ProgramTrains students in basic food preparation and kitchen skills, including Food safe Level 1, inorder to help them obtain entry-level employment in the food services industry.ADDRESS: 4461 Interurban Rd., Victoria, BC V9E 2C1PHONE: 250-370-3000TOLL FREE: 1-877-554-7555WEB: www.camosun.ca/about/contact 64

resources guide››Camosun College Disability Resource Centre - Interurban CampusProvides a variety of disability services and support to students with disabilities attendingCamosun College.ADDRESS: 4461 Interurban Rd., Victoria, BC V9e 2c1PHONE: 250-370-6069FAX: 250-370-3750EMAIL: [email protected]: www.camosun.ca/services/drc››CanAssistDedicated to developing specialized technologies aimed at improving the lives of peoplewith disabilities.ADDRESS: CanAssist, University of Victoria, E-Hut, PO Box 1700, STN CSC, Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2PHONE: 250-721-7300FAX: 250-721-7299EMAIL: [email protected]: www.canassist.ca››Canadian Society for Social DevelopmentProvides online entrepreneurship skills training to people with disabilities across Canada.ADDRESS: PO Box 278, Nelson, BC V1L 5P9TOLL FREE: 1-888-927-7473WEB: www.cssd-web.orgLANGUAGE: English, FrenchAREA: National››Capilano College - Disability ServicesArranges access and educational accommodations for all students with disabilities enrolledat Capilano College.ADDRESS: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5PHONE: 604-986-1911FAX: 604-984-4985TTY: 604-990-7848WEB: www.capilanou.ca/services/advice/disabilities.htmlLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: North Shore and surrounding communities 65

EDUCATION ››Children’s Hearing and Speech Centre of BCChildren’s Hearing & Speech Centre of BC is certified by the Province of B.C. as an independentGroup 1 School and licensed through Vancouver Coastal Health as a preschool, group childcare and out of school care, providing a family centred approach to auditory - oral educationfor deaf and hard-of-hearing children from infancy to early primary years.ADDRESS: 3575 Kaslo St., Vancouver, BC V5M 3H4PHONE: 604-437-0255FAX: 604-437-0260TTY: 604-437-1251EMAIL: [email protected]: www.childrenshearing.ca››College of the Rockies - Services to Students with DisabilitiesProvides educational opportunities for people with disabilities.ADDRESS: 2700 College Way, PO Box 8500, Cranbrook, BC V1C 5L7PHONE: 250-489-2751 - Ext. 283FAX: 250-489-1790TOLL FREE: 1-877-489-2687WEB: www.cotr.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: East Kootenays››Decoda Literacy SolutionsPromotes literacy, supports adult learners, and provides training and leaders/up to adult,workforce and family literacy programs.ADDRESS: 560-510 Burrard St., Vancouver, BC V6C 3A8PHONE: 604-681-4199FAX: 604-681-3006EMAIL: [email protected]: www.decoda.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Discovery SchoolProvides a full day school program for children with learning disabilities, grades 1-10.ADDRESS: 4052 wilkinson Rd., Victoria, BC V8Z 5A5PHONE: 250-595-7765FAX: 250-595-7712EMAIL: [email protected]: www.discoveryschool.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Greater Victoria 66

resources guide››Douglas College - Centre for Students with DisabilitiesThe mission of Centre for Students with Disabilities at Douglas College is to assist personswith disabilities in achieving equal access to educational opportunities. Students withdisabilities are recognized as full and equal members of the student population, who areaccorded the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as other students.ADDRESS: 700 Royal Ave., New Westminster, BC V3M 5Z5PHONE: 604-527-5400EMAIL: [email protected]: www.douglas.bc.ca/services/centre-for-disabilities››Emily Carr University of Art and Design - Disability ServicesThe policy regarding students with disabilities at Emily Carr is one of self-advocacy. EmilyCarr recognizes that some students have disabilities and that accommodations must bemade to meet the needs of these students, upon disclosure.ADDRESS: 1399 Johnston St. Granville Island. Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9PHONE: 604-844-3081FAX: 604-844-3089TOLL FREE: 1-800-832-7788EMAIL: [email protected]: www.ecuad.ca/studentservices/disability››Fraser Academy SchoolA co-educational school, grades 1-12, exclusively for students with dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities.ADDRESS: 2294 W. 10th Ave., Vancouver, BC V6K 2H8PHONE: 604-736-5575FAX: 604-736-5578WEB: www.fraseracademy.caEMAIL: [email protected]: English››Fraser Valley Child Development CentreThe Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) has provided services to enhance thequality of life for children with developmental needs.ADDRESS: 102-32885 Ventura Ave., Abbotsford, BC V2S 6A3PHONE: 604-852-2686FAX: 604-852-5794TOLL FREE: 877-850-2686TTY: 877-850-2656EMAIL: [email protected]: www.fvcdc.org 67

EDUCATION ››Friend 2 Friend Social Learning SocietyPromotes understanding, acceptance and mutually rewarding friendships between childrenwith autism spectrum and related social - communication disorders and their peers.ADDRESS: 2941 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5R 5J2PHONE: 604-528-0560EMAIL: [email protected]: www.friend2friendsociety.org››Community FuturesAims to open the door for persons with disabilities to seize opportunities to create their ownfuture through self- employment.ADDRESS: 135 Third St., Duncan, BC V9L 1R9PHONE: 250-746-1004TOLLFREE 888-303-2232FAX: 250-746-8819WEB: www.cfcowichan.caAREA: Cowichan region››Institute for the Study and Treatment of PainDedicated to the study and treatment of pain.ADDRESS: Suite 280 - 5655 Cambie Street,Vancouver, BC V5Z 3A4PHONE: 604-264-7867FAX: 604-264-7860EMAIL: [email protected]: www.istop.orgLANGUAGE: English Area: National››Justice Institute of BC - Disability ServicesJIBC is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and accessible environment for studentswith disabilities. A disability may include any long term or recurring mobility, hearing, visual,learning disability, or a mental and physical health condition which affects learning.ADDRESS: 715 McBride Blvd - Disability Services JIBC Room C324A, New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4PHONE: 604-528-5884FAX: 604-528-5653TOLL FREE: 1-877-275-4331EMAIL: [email protected]: www.jibc.ca/student-services/counselling-services/disability-services 68

resources guide››Kwantlen University College - Services for Students with DisabilitiesKwantlen Polytechnic University promotes a barrier-free environment that facilitates equalopportunities for persons with disabilities. Kwantlen works to provide physical, academic, andsocial access for students with disabilities by increasing the capacity to eliminate physical,course and program, policy, information, technological, and attitudinal barriers.ADDRESS: 12666 72nd Ave., Surrey, BC V3W 2M8PHONE: 604-599-2066 - General InformationPHONE: 604-599-2226 - SurreyPHONE: 604-599-2600 - RichmondPHONE: 604-599-3213 - LangleyPHONE: 604-599-6066 - CloverdaleFAX: 604-599-2409WEB: www.kwantlen.ca/ssd.html››Langara College - Disability ServicesThe definition of the term‚ disability‚ refers to any physical, sensory, neurological, ormental health impairment, or learning disorder that restricts or limits functioning in thetraditional academic environment but can be managed with accommodation. LangaraCollege encourages academically qualified individuals with disabilities to seek admission.ADDRESS: B1139 100 W. 49th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Y 2Z6PHONE: 604-323-5509FAX: 604-323-5055EMAIL: [email protected]: www.langara.bc.ca/student-services/disability-services››Learning Difficulties Centre of Northern BCProvides remediation services for children and adults affected by learning difficulties, andprovides accredited training and workshops for individuals and professionals interested inthe remediation of learning difficulties.ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1068, 785 Patricia Blvd.. Prince George, BC V2L 4V2PHONE: 250-564-8011FAX: 250-564-8055TOLL FREE: 1-877-564-8011EMAIL: [email protected]: www.theldc.comLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: International 69

EDUCATION ››Learning Disabilities Association of BCThe LDABC is a charitable organization, meaning that it is able to provide assistance andservices through the support of its partners, as well as individuals such as yourself!ADDRESS: Suite 513-7360 137th Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1A3PHONE: 604-873-8139EMAIL: [email protected]: www.ldabc.ca››Decoda Literacy SolutionsPromotes literacy, supports adult learners, and provides training and leaders/up to adult,workforce and family literacy programs.ADDRESS: 560-510 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 3A8PHONE: 604-681-4199FAX: 604-681-3006TOLL FREE: 1-888-732-3234EMAIL: [email protected]: www.decoda.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Literacy Central Vancouver IslandPromotes literacy for all individuals.ADDRESS: 19 Commercial St., Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G3PHONE: 250-754-8988FAX: 250-754-8114EMAIL: [email protected]: www.literacyCentralVI.orgLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Central Island Region››Ministry of Children and Family DevelopmentThe Ministry offers a range of services for children with special needs. These servicesare provided through various organizations, including MCFD Offices, health authorities,contracted agencies, and other ministries.ADDRESS: PO Box 9770 Stn Prov. Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9S5PHONE: 877-387-7027FAX: 877-544-0699TOLL FREE: 1-888-338-6622EMAIL: [email protected]: www.gov.bc.ca/mcf 70

resources guide››Ministry of Education: Special EducationThe Ministry of Education develops policy and provides funding to assist school districts to provideprograms and services for students with special needs. They work with other social service ministriesto coordinate the delivery of non-educational support services to the school system.ADDRESS: PO Box 9719 Stn. Prov. Govt., Victoria, BC V8W 9S5PHONE: 604 660-4927TOLLFREE: 1 800 663-9122HELPLINE 24/7: Simply dial “310-1234”EMAIL: MCF.Correspondence, [email protected]: www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/mcf››Neil Squire FoundationAssists people with physical disabilities to achieve their empoyment goals through the use oftechnology for career development.ADDRESS: 220-2250 Boundary Rd., Burnaby, BC V5M 3Z3PHONE: 604-473-9363FAX: 604-473-9364TOLL FREE: 1-877-673-4636EMAIL: [email protected]: www.neilsquire.ca››North Island CollegeAccess for Students with Disabilities Services. Students with a documented permanent disability canaccess a wide range of support services, from education planning to adaptive technology. Some services,such as interpreting, captioning, alternate format textbooks, and access to adaptive technology.ADDRESS: 1685 South Dogwood Street,, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C1PHONE: 1-800715-0914 (general inquiries)WEB: www.nic.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Local area››Northern Lights College - Adult Special Services & Access ProgramNorthern Lights College recognizes and affirms the right of persons with disabilities to gainaccess to post secondary education and, without unfairly disadvantaging other students,Northern Lights College will take the initiative to remove barriers that prevent or inhibit fullparticipation by persons with disabilities.ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1000, Fort St. John, BC V1J 6K1PHONE: 250-785-6981FAX: 250-785-1294TOLL FREE: 1-866-463-6652WEB: www.nlc.bc.ca/services/accessservices.aspx 71

EDUCATION ››Northern Lights College - Support Services for Students with DisabilitiesOf vocational / academic, personal develop-ment programming for persons with disabilitiesor oilier barriers. Also offers support for persons with disabilities in regular programs.SERVES: Adults with disabilities or barriers to employment.ADDRESS: 11401 Eighth St., Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4G2PHONE: 250-782-5251FAX: 250-784-7563TOLL FREE: 1-866-463-6652EMAIL: [email protected]: www.nlc.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Northeast BC››Northwest Community College - Services for Students with DisabilitiesSupports students with disabilities enrolled in the college.ADDRESS: 5331 McConnell Ave., Terrace, BC V8G 4X2PHONE: 250-635-6511FAX: 250-638-5432TOLL FREE: 1-877-277-2288WEB: www.nwcc.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Northwest BC››Okanagan College - KelownaProvides equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities at OkanaganUniversity College.ADDRESS: 1000 K.L.O. Rd., Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8PHONE: 250-762-5445TOLL FREE: 1-888-638-0058 (within B.C.)TOLL FREE: 1-877-755-2266 ( outside B.C.)WEB: www.okanagan.bc.caLANGUAGE: English, ASLAREA: Okanagan Valley 72

resources guide››Project Literacy VictoriaWe help adult learners to increase their literacy and essential skills without charge. Weare a diverse learning community and welcome new learners and volunteer tutors on acontinual basis. All of our programs and services are learner centred and based on adultlifelong learning principles.ADDRESS: 930A Yates St., Victoria, BC V8V 4Z3PHONE: 250-381-3755EMAIL: [email protected]: www.literacyvictoria.ca››Provincial School for the DeafProvides an educational program for Deaf students, kindergarten to Grade 12.ADDRESS: 4446 Watling Street, Burnaby, BC V5J 5H3PHONE: 604-664-8300FAX: 604-664-8308TTY: 604-664-8304WEB: http://southslope.sd41.bc.caLANGUAGE: ASL, EnglishAREA: Provincial››The Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and FamiliesWorks to build a conductive education community in BC, in the hopes of eventually providinga full-time conductive education centre for children in the province with cerebral palsy.ADDRESS: 40 Begbie St., New Westminster, BC V3M 3L9PHONE: 604-526-2522FAX: 604-526-6546EMAIL: [email protected]: www.purposesociety.orgAREA: Provincial››Selkirk College - Student Access and Support ServicesProvides educational support and appropriate accommodations to students.ADDRESS: 301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, BC V1N 4L3PHONE: 250-365-7292FAX: 250-365-6568TOLL FREE: 1-888-953-1133WEB: www.selkirk.caAREA: West Kootenays 73

EDUCATION ››Selkirk College, Castlegar Campus - Services to Students with DisabilitiesADDRESS: Castlegar Campus P.O. Box 1200 Castlegar, BC V1N 3J1PHONE: 250-365-1629FAX: 250-365-1380WEB: www.selkirk.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: International››Special Education Technology of British ColumbiaA provincial resource program that assists school districts in educating students withdisabilities through the use of technology.ADDRESS: 105-1750W. 75th Ave., Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2PHONE: 604-261-9450FAX: 604-261-2256WEB: www.setbc.orgLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Simon Fraser University Centre for Students with DisabilitiesProvides support services for Simon Fraser University students with disabilities.ADDRESS: 1250 Maggie Benston Ctr., Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6PHONE: 778-782-3112FAX: 778-782-4384EMAIL: [email protected]: www.students.sfu.ca/, disabilityaccess.htmlLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: University community››Kenneth Gordon Maplewood SchoolAn elementary school for children with dyslexia or other specific learning disabilities.ADDRESS: 420 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1S8PHONE: 604-985-5224FAX: 604-985-4562EMAIL: [email protected]: www.kgms.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Lower Mainland Area 74

resources guide››South Peace Community Resources SocietyDedicated to meeting the social, educational and personal needs of the community byproviding services that develop skills for living.ADDRESS: 10110 - 13th Street, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3W2PHONE: 250-782-9174FAX: 250-782-4167TOLL FREE: 1-866-712-9174EMAIL: [email protected]: www.spcrs.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Northern BC››St. John AmbulanceTo enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing trainingand community service.ADDRESS: 6111 Cambie Street - 2nd floor, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3B2PHONE: 604-321-2652FAX: 604-321-5316TOLL FREE: 1-866-321-2651EMAIL: [email protected]: www.sja.ca/bc››STEPS Forward: Inclusive Post Secondary Education SocietySets up and facilitates inclusive post-secondary education for adults with intellectualdisabilities in British Columbia.ADDRESS: 400-601 west broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2PHONE: 604-782-1382EMAIL: [email protected]: www.steps-forward.orgLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››StudentAid BCStudentAid BC helps eligible students with the cost of their post-secondary educationthrough loans, rants, bursaries, scholarships and special programs. It also has programs forborrowers who need help repaying their loans.ADDRESS: PO Box 9180 Stn Prov Govt, Ministry of Advanced Education - StudentAid BC- Victoria, BC V8W 9H7FAX: 250-356-9455TTY: 604-775-0303TOLL FREE: 1-800-561-1818WEB: www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc 75

EDUCATION ››Terrace Child Development CentreProvides therapy, education and support to children with special needs, and their families,and provides counseling and support to pregnant women and young parents.ADDRESS: 2510 S. Eby St., Terrace, BC V8G 2X3PHONE: 250-635-9388FAX: 250-638-0213EMAIL: [email protected]: www.terracechilddevelopmentcentre.caLANGUAGE: English, ASLAREA: Terrace and immediate area››The Centre for Child DevelopmentMakes a difference that matters by providing comprehensive services to children withdisabilities and their families.ADDRESS: 9460 140th St., Surrey, BC V3V 5Z4PHONE: 604-584-1361FAX: 604-583-5113EMAIL: [email protected]: www.centreforchilddevelopment.caAREA: South Fraser Valley››The Continuing Legal Education Society of BCThe legal education society of BC presents courses and publishes materials to meet theunique educational requirements and practice needs of the legal professions in BC.ADDRESS: 500-1155 West Pender st., Vancouver, BC V6E 2P4PHONE: 604-669-3544FAX: 604-669-9260TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-0437EMAIL: [email protected]: www.cle.bc.ca 76

resources guide››Thompson Rivers University - Disability Services Depart.The department assists in facilitating equal access to educational opportunities at ThompsonRivers University by reducing the physical, attitudinal and systemic barriers for students.ADDRESS: Rm 1631 - 900 McGill Rd, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8PHONE: 250-828-5023FAX: 250-371-5772TOLL FREE: 1-888-828-6644EMAIL: [email protected]: www.tru.ca/studentservices/, disabilities.html››Trinity Western University - Equity of Access OfficeThe Equity of Access Office provides equitable access to educational programs.ADDRESS: 7600 Glover Rd., Langley, BC V2Y 1Y1PHONE: 604-888-7511 ext. 3404FAX: 604-513-2041EMAIL: [email protected]: www.twu.ca››University of The Fraser Valley- Disability Services (Abbotsford)The Disability Resource Centre operates as the central contact point for students withdisabilities at UFV. We are here to smooth the path for students with disabilities as theymove through their academic career.ADDRESS: Building B, Rm. B202 - 33844 King Road- Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8PHONE: 604-795-2843FAX: 604-855-7614TOLL FREE: 1-888-504-7441EMAIL: [email protected]: www.ufv.ca/disabilityservices.htm 77

EDUCATION ››University of the Fraser Valley - Disability Services (Chilliwack)Provides support to students with disabilities, to instructors and to support staff.ADDRESS: Chilliwack Campus 45635. Yale Rd. Building D, Rm. D117a Chilliwack, BC V2P 6T4PHONE: 604-792-0025FAX: 604-824-7931EMAIL: [email protected]: www.ufv.ca/disabilityservices.htmLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Fraser Valley and parts of the Lower Mainland››University of British Columbia Disability Resource CentreThe University is committed to providing access for students with disabilities whilemaintaining academic standards.ADDRESS: 2016 - 1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1PHONE: 604-822-5844FAX: 604-822-6655TTY: 604-822-9049EMAIL: [email protected]: www.students.ubc.ca/facultystaff/disability.cfm››University of British Columbia Okanagan - Disability Resource CentreThe Disability Resource Centre (DRC) works with the UBC Okanagan community to eliminatestructural and attitudinal barriers to those with disabilities.ADDRESS: Disability Resource Centre, Student Development and Advising Room: 227A University CentrePHONE: 250-807-9263FAX: 250-807-8070EMAIL: [email protected]: www.ubc.ca/okanagan/students/disres 78

resources guide››University of Victoria Assistive Technology Team (now known as CanAssist)Dedicated to developing specialized technologies aimed at improving the lives of peoplewith disabilities.ADDRESS: Canassist University of Victoria PO Box 1700 STN CSC., Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2PHONE: 2507217300FAX: 2507217299EMAIL: [email protected]: www.canassist.ca››University of Victoria- Resource Centre for Students with a DisabilityAssists University of Victoria students with a disability.ADDRESS: Campus Services Building, Room # 150 - 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2MAILIN: PO Box 1700 STN CSC, Victoria, BC, V8W 2Y2PHONE: 250-472-4947FAX: 250-472-4443EMAIL: [email protected]: www.rcsd.uvic.caLANGUAGE: English››Vancouver Community College - Community and Career Education Dept.Provides adults with quality, student-centered educational opportunities that promote andsupport lifelong learning, personal development, enjoyability and responsible citizenship.ADDRESS: City Centre Campus, 250 W. Pender St., Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9SWITCHBOARD: 604-871-7000FAX: 604-443-8588EMAIL: [email protected]: www.vcc.caLANGUAGE: English 79

EDUCATION››Vancouver Community College - Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing AdultsProvides English upgrading, Job Readiness Skills, Speech reading, ASL for Deaf/HH Adults,Sign for Deafened adults.ADDRESS: Broadway Campus,, 1155 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 4V5SWITCHBOARD: 604-871-7000FAX: 604-871-7000TTY: 604-871-7341WEB: www.vcc.caEMAIL: [email protected]: Lower Mainland›› Vancouver Community College - Services for Students with DisabilitiesWe take access seriously, and we’re committed to making VCC accessible to students withdisabilities. Some VCC students with disabilities study in specialized programs, while othersare enrolled in regular programs.ADDRESS: Room 4019 - 1155 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 4V5SWITCHBOARD: 604-871-7000PHONE: 604-871-7204FAX: 604-871-7100EMAIL: [email protected]: www.vcc.ca/learning-support/disability-services››Vancouver Island UniversityProvides student support services for students with documented disabilities.ADDRESS: Nanaimo Campus 900 Fifth St. Bldg. 200. Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5TOLL FREE: 1-888-920-2221EMAIL: [email protected]: www.viu.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Nanaimo››Victor SchoolServes students, K-12, with significant mental or physical disabilities.ADDRESS: 2260 Victor St., Victoria, BC V8R 4C5PHONE: 250-595-7511FAX: 250-519-2109EMAIL: [email protected]: Victoria 80

FEATUREThe Benefits of Online TeachingHome, Reference & Education, EducationOnline teaching has globally received tremendous response, since it is technologydriven and easy to use, and gain knowledge across the globe without facing anygeographical boundaries. It is also known as Virtual teaching or Virtual learningthrough technology. These kind of Virtual learning are supplied by KnowledgeProviders through different mode like using computers, Tablet PC, Educational CD’s,internet etc. Online teaching is also known as Computer Based training or Web basetraining.There are various kind of benefits through e-learning from a Knowledge provider andKnowledge seeker perspective. Knowledge provider can teach by investing very lessamount of money and start his/her own knowledge business or virtual classrooms.There is no infrastructure costs involved like whiteboard, benches, table, chairsetc. Since it is web based learning a knowledge provider needs a good internetconnection with good speed, a laptop/PC and Audio/Video facility. Thus with 81

The Benefits of Online Teaching continuedminimal requirements a knowledge provider can start teaching online and knowledgeseekers across the globe can acquire expertise knowledge without having to worry abouttravelling anywhere.The recent trend setter in E-learning is screen casting. It allows direct video streamingby a user from their browser and viewers can watch the video in LIVE Streaming mode.It allows both knowledge providers and knowledge seekers to experience interact livewhilst exchanging their individual thoughts, viewpoints and knowledge based on the topicthey are discussing. It has the ability to record the session so that a knowledge seekercan watch the video again if need be and thus having an option not to miss out anythingin case of any problem during live session being conducted.Knowledge management and e-learning is also related to reusability of the topics beingtaught online. People like retired personnel, military trainers and members, handicappedindividual can sit back home, gain and share knowledge though online education andget Degree certificates enriching their knowledge base and getting educated in theirchoice of education field. Thus online teaching has been exceptional tool and a bliss toknowledge seekers around the world without having to worry about various issues likegeographical boundaries and availability of expertise guidance and knowledge.Online Teaching & Tutoring at AttendByVideo. We provide Online Education, OnlineTeaching, Online Tutoring, Coaching Classes, Career Counselling, Career Guidance,Online Jobs & many more.Article Source:http://www.articlebiz.com/article/1051504862-1-the-benefits-of-online-teaching/ 82

FEATURECerebral Palsy and EducationHome, Health & FitnessLearning disabilities were not part of the everyday educational lexicon in the 1970s.Today, the topic is a commonly-used term in the academic world. Research showsthat one-tenth of kids in the United States are diagnosed with a learning disability.Recognizing these issues, Congress passed a series of laws over the past thirty yearsproviding federal funds under infant, preschool and school-aged programs. The mostrecent legislation provided for special programs benefiting disabled children and a re-scoping of goals regarding special education for cerebral palsy patients.Unfortunately, educational institutions associate cerebral palsy with learningdisabilities, when in fact some students with cerebral palsy are not learning disabled.Based on the initial treatment and recovery from the initial injury, a child may have alearning disability so mild as to not greatly impede their learning, while others may bemore unfortunately impaired. Many must accept a lifetime of severe challenges, leadingto special education services and guidance during their schooling.Some children require help in one area, while some will need assistance in all areas.A variety of factors affect a child’s learning ability. Vision problems, balance andcoordination, speech problems and delayed language skills can all impede a child’slearning progress. Children with learning disabilities may require a variety of promptsand assistance in completing an academic task. Parents need to make their child’seducational assistance team aware of their child’s learning abilities and strengths aswell as challenges. Professional assessment of children impacted by cerebral birth trauma is crucial to determining the correct learning strategies. Early educational assessments measure strengths and weaknesses and discover possible disabilities and issues. US regulations outline the and process used in the calculating services. U.S. Department of Education creates annual special education scorecards showing ratings for each State Performance Plan. This approach identifies factors in the planning of special education services to children with learning disabilities. Many factors influence the determination process. This 83

Cerebral Palsy and Education continuedprocess is known as Special Learning Disabilities (SLD) Determination. Schools andeducators use these guidelines to determine determine a child’s eligibility for specialeducation services. Depending on the state or city you live in, you could find yourselfbattling with the school district to get the special education assistance your child has alegal right to. Locating local and state resources can be challenging; which is why theCerebral Palsy Family Network created up-to-date state-by-state Survival Guides forparents.Before selecting a school for your child, you need to know if he or she qualifies for specialeducation assistance. The school may assume one of a number of plans. Some childrenwith cerebral palsy with learning disabilities may be able to attend a mainstream school,possibly with an aide assigned or adaptive equipment and services as part of theiracademic program. Others may require enrolment in a special school that provides anarray of services such as physical, speech, and language skills training administered byteachers and therapists with advanced training in individualized education. In the case ofprofound learning disabilities, the focus may be on on mobility, life skills and self care.I am a mother of 4 great kids, ages 21 to 25, including my oldest, Danielle, who hassevere spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy. I am an editor and writer for Cerebral PalsyFamily Network. Through CP Family Network and as editor of our Cerebral Palsy SurvivalGuides, I have the ability to make a contribution to other families.Article Source:http://www.articlebiz.com/article/1051336791-1-cerebral-palsy-and-education/ 84

Remember always that you notonly have the right to be an individual,you have an obligation to be one.– Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962,American Humanitarian andFormer First Lady of the USA EMPLOYMENT 85

EMPLOYMENT ››Abilities Business CooperativeThe Abilities Business Cooperative offers a variety of products and services to businessesand individuals within the Metro Vancouver region. Members are self-employed people withdisabilities.ADDRESS: Suite 318-425 Carrall St., Vancouver, BC V6B 6E3PHONE: 604-688-6464FAX: 604-688-6463EMAIL: [email protected]: www.abcoop.org››Access to EmploymentOperates an HRDC-funded program to assist persons with disabilities to enter or re-enterthe workforce.ADDRESS: Suite 280 - 1855 Kirschner Rd, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4N7PHONE: 250-861-8602TOLL FREE: 1-888-861-8602FAX: 250-861-7808TTY: 250-861-8602EMAIL: [email protected]: www.pimbc.ca››BC Government and, Service Employees’ UnionThe BCGEU is one of the most diverse unions in British Columbia. We represent approximately65,000 men and women in more than 550 bargaining units.ADDRESS: 4911 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 3W3PHONE: 604-291-9611FAX: 604-291-6030TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-1674EMAIL: [email protected]: www.bcgeu.ca86

resources guide››Community Futures CowichanAims to open the door for persons with disabilities to seize opportunities to create their ownfuture through self-employment.ADDRESS: 135 Third St., Duncan, BC V9L 1R9PHONE: 250-746-1004TOLL FREE: 1-888-303-2232FAX: 250-746-8819EMAIL: [email protected]: www.cfcowichan.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Cowichan region››Employability Assistance for People with Disabilities (EAPD)Helps people with disabilities prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.ATI PHONE : 1-866-866-0800TDD: Vancouver: 604-775-0303TDD: Elsewhere in BC: 1-800-661-8773WEB: www.eia.gov.bc.ca/pwd/eapwd.htmAREA: Provincial››Employment ActionEmployment Action is an energetic team of professionals working for a non-profit organizationgeared to helping injured and/or disabled persons find employment and helping employersfind valuable and loyal employees.ADDRESS: 1505 Victoria Street, Prince George, BC V2L 2L4PHONE: 250-564-8044FAX: 250-564-8864TOLL FREE: 1-866-409-8044EMAIL: receptiondesk@, employment-action.bc.caWEB: www.employment-action.bc.ca 87

EMPLOYMENT ››Employment Strategy for Persons with Disabilities - Ministry of Social Development and Social InnovationThe Ministry of Social Development introduced the Employment Strategy for Persons withDisabilities that focuses on developing a broad range of new skills training services andemployment-related programs to assist persons with disabilities into the labour market andto improve their employment outcomes.ATI PHONE: 1-866-866-0800TDD: 1-800-661-8773WEB: www.eia.gov.bc.ca/pwd/employ.htmLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Service Canada People serving people - CPP-Disability BenefitsFor contributors to the Canada Pension Plan. Provides income support for those with mentalor physical disabilities that are severe and prolonged.TOLL-FREE: 1-800-277-9914TTY: 1-800-255-4786WEB: www.servicecanada.gc.caLANGUAGE: English/ FrenchAREA: BC/Yukon region››Employment and Social Development CanadaESDC’s mission is to build a stronger and more competitive Canada, to support Canadiansin making choices that help them live productive and rewarding lives, and to improveCanadians’ quality of life.MAIL: Service Canada, Canada Enquiry Centre, Ottawa On K1A 0J9, CanadaTOLL FREE: 1-800-622-6232TTY: 1-800-926-9105FAX: 1-613-941-1827WEB: www.hrsdc.gc.ca 88

resources guide››lAM Cares - SocietyProvides employment-related services to persons with disabilities.ADDRESS: Suite 102-5623, Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC V5J 1G1PHONE: 604-436-2921FAX: 604-436-9100EMAIL: [email protected]: EnglishAREA: Vancouver and Lower Mainland››Open Door GroupOpen Door Group provides leisure and employment services to British Columbians so thatthey may achieve personal growth and economic independence.ADDRESS: 2112 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2C8TOLL FREE: 1-866-377-3670FAX: 604-873-1758EMAIL: [email protected]: www.opendoorgroup.org››ORW - Opportunities through Society Rehabilitation and WorkThe organization provides consultation services and collects and distributes employmentrelated information and material. Specifically ORW seeks out new and innovative approachesto increasing the employment of people with disabilities.ADDRESS: 17355 27A Ave., Surrey, BC V3S 0E9PHONE: 604-535-6384FAX: 604-535-6385EMAIL: [email protected]: www.orw.ca››Powell River Model Community ProjectCommitted to ensuring that persons with disabilities have an equal opportunity, ensuringthat the community is accessible to all, working toward the betterment of the community,preserving and protecting the environment for all people to enjoy and access, and creatinga model for other communities to mirror.ADDRESS: 4493 A Marine Ave.,, Powell River, BC V8A 2K3PHONE: 604-485-2688FAX: 604-485-2683EMAIL: [email protected]: www.modelcommunityproject.ca 89

FEATUREAt Home Business Ideasfor the Handicapped or DisabledHow to Earn Money at HomeAs of March 2009, the official unemployment rate for disabled Americans was 13.2%.If you are one of the many who want to work and are looking, consider starting abusiness from home in this forgotten niche.The best home based business ideas begin with knowing your niche. If you areone of the many handicapped people who want to contribute, remember, you havecertain skills, life experience, interests and values that others may not have, sofinding your niche is going to be much easier.Here are the 10 best home based (handicapped accessible) business ideas you maywant to consider:1. Bed & Breakfast – Especially for others with a handicap. If you live in a large home and love visitors, this is a ready-made, handicapped accessible business to help the disabled get out there and travel. A great work at home business.2. Pet Sitting is a small business option for those who love caring for animals on a temporary basis. I know so many people who would like to go away for a weekend but have no one to leave their pets with who will love them as much as they do.3. Jewelry Designer – Did you see the Oprah show about 10-year-old Shiloh Peppin who wants to grow up to be a jewelry designer? Her handicap of fused legs will not stop her from the career of her dreams, nor should it stop you.4. Gift Basket Service – The entrepreneur can design them at home to specific niches and mail them to buyers or make them available in local specialty stores.5. Internet Store – If you are computer savvy, consider opening an internet based business that sells affiliate items. You receive a commission for every affiliate item you sell to others. See my website for more affiliate information.6. Life Coaching – Who knows better than you what it’s like to survive and thrive with a handicap or challenge of any kind? So many people are waiting for your encouraging words.7. Song Writer – For those with a love of music, why not write & sell your music for a living? 90

8. Recording Artist – If you have a beautiful voice, you can make a living from becoming a singer. Perhaps your niche is jingles – hey someone wrote & sang all those McDonalds jingles. Or maybe your niche is spiritual music, rock ‘n roll or weddings.9. Screen Writer – Write what you know. Tell your story. Everyone’s already told you that your life is like a movie. Why not share your story with the rest of us?10. Motivational Speaker – There is a great need for motivational speakers. You could speak at churches, community organizations, business meetings and even write and publish a book or Ebook to motivate others.If you were born challenged or experienced a life altering event and becamehandicapped or disabled later in life, and you want to work, you can and should.Think seriously about starting a small business from home. These are just ten simplebusiness ideas.I know you can come up with more home based business ideas that are specific to yourskills, values and interests. Here’s to your business success.Prescott, Arizona business coach, Kathi Calahan, is a Syndicated Author, CertifiedBehavioural Therapist and CEO of two home-based businesses.Article Source:http://www.articlebiz.com/article/479837-1-at-home-business-ideas-for-the-handicapped-or-disabled/ 91

Better keep yourself clean and bright. You are the window throughwhich you must see the world.– George Bernard ShawHEALTH

d resources guideh ››BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services BC Mental Health and Addiction Services (BCMHAS), an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, provides specialized provincial tertiary mental health services to the citizens of British Columbia. ADDRESS: Mental Health Building, 4500 OAK STREET, VANCOUVER, BC V6H 3N1 PHONE: 604-875-2345 TF (BC): 1-888-300-3088 FAX: 604-524-7016 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.bcmhas.ca ››Burnaby Meals On Wheels Burnaby Meals on Wheels promotes health and independence by providing nutritious, local and affordable food to people who - for physical, social or economic reasons - are unable to meet their dietary needs. ADDRESS: 205-2101 Holdom Ave., Burnaby, BC V5B 0A4 PHONE: 604-299-5754 FAX: 604-299-3755 EMAIL: stephen@mealsonwheels-, burnaby.com WEB: www.mealsonwheels-burnaby.com ››Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics (BC Huntington’s Disease Resource Centre) Scientists and researchers at the Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics are committed to solving the many genetic questions surrounding human illness and well being, with the goal of finding ways to help children, families, and communities lead healthier lives. ADDRESS: 980 W 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4 PHONE: 604-875-3800 FAX: 604-875-3819 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.cmmt.ubc.ca ››Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Addiction Services To provide services for child and adolescents with mental health and addiction problems. ADDRESS: Mental Health Building, 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1 PHONE: 604-875-2345 TOLL FREE: 1-888-300-3088 93

HEALTH ››Children’s and Women’s Health Centre of BC - Youth Health ProgramHelps youth and families make health care decisions.ADDRESS: Clinical Support Building Room V2-203, 948 West 28th Ave., Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1TOLL FREE: 1-888-300-3088 Ext. 3472PHONE: 604-875-3472FAX: 604-875-3958EMAIL: [email protected]: www.youthhealth.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Provincial››Community TherapistsTo provide evidence based assessment and treatment services which enable our clients toparticipate more fully in their daily lives. We do this by engaging our clients in programsthat transfer skills acquired to real life settings that matter to them.ADDRESS: 203-5740Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 3A6PHONE: 604-681-9293 Ext. 153FAX: 604-681-8705TOLL FREE: 1-800-591-9477EMAIL: [email protected]: www.communitytherapists.com››Compassionate Healthcare Network (CHN)Opposes euthanasia by actively defending the inherent value of all human life.ADDRESS: 11563 Bailey Cr. Surrey, Surrey, BC V3V 2V4PHONE: 604-582-3844FAX: 604-582-3844EMAIL: [email protected]: www.chninternational.comLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: International 94

resources guide››Fraser HealthWorking to improve the health of the population and quality of life of the people we serve.ADDRESS: Suite 400, Central City Tower 13450-102nd Avenue, Surrey BC V3T 0H1PHONE: 604-587-4600FAX: 604-587-4666TOLL FREE: 1-877-935-5669EMAIL: [email protected]: www.fraserhealth.ca››G.F. Strong Rehabilitation CentreA provincial rehabilitation centre/residential living for individuals with complex servicerequirements.MAIL: Vancouver Coastal Health Corporate Office, 11th Floor 601 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2PHONE: 604-736-2033TOLL FREE, (BC): 1-866-884-0888WEB: gfstrong.vch.caEMAIL: [email protected]: Provincial››Healing Our Spirit - BC Aboriginal HIV/AIDS SocietyPrevents and reduces the spread of HIV infection in First Nations communities, and supportsthose affected by HIV/AIDS.ADDRESS: 137 E 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1G4PHONE: 604-879-8884FAX: 604-879-9926TOLL FREE: 1-866-745-8884EMAIL: [email protected]: www.healingourspirit.org››Healthy SaanichPromotes for Saanich residents the development of personal safety and security ahigh-quality physical and social environment, and a healthier community in which allresidents can live, work and play.ADDRESS: District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Ave., Victoria, BC V8X 2W7PHONE: 250-475-1775FAX: 250-475-5440WEB: www.saanich.caAREA: Municipality of Saanich 95

HEALTH ››Hemophilia Program of BC Hemophilia Assessment ClinicThe Hemophilia Assessment Clinic operates year-round with clinics usually held twice eachmonth on Tuesday mornings. Patients who have questions about their referral or would like tomake an appointment are encouraged to contact the Hemophilia Clinic at the numbers notedabove. Please note that currently we are booking 6-12 months in advance for elective patients.ADDRESS: St. Paul’s Hospital-1081 Burrard St., Room 217 Comox Building, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Y6PHONE: 604-806-8855FAX: 604-806-8784TOLL FREE: 1-877-806-8855EMAIL: communications@, providenchealth.bc.caWEB: www.providencehealthcare.org››Kitsilano Community Mental Health TeamKitsilano-Fairview Mental Health Team.ADDRESS: 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V1PHONE: 604-736-2881FAX: 604-737-4835››Lillooet Hospital and Health CentreHealth Services for residents of Lillooet BC.ADDRESS: 851 Murray Street - Bag 300, Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0PHONE: 250-256-4233FAX: 250-256-1336TOLL FREE: 1-866-215-4700, (24-hr BCNurseline)WEB: www.lillooetbc.com/Residents/, Health-Services.aspx››Mental Health and AddictionsMental health is a vital part of a person’s overall wellbeing. Mental health problems andproblematic substance use (including addiction) can be found among all sections of society.Some people with mental health problems also struggle with problematic substance use.ADDRESS: Mental Health and Addictions c/o BC Ministry of Health 6-1,, 1515 Blanshard St. - Victoria, BC V8W 3C8PHONE: 250-952-1608FAX: 250-952-1689EMAIL: [email protected]: www.health.gov.bc.ca/mhd 96

resources guide ››Mental Health Law Program Since 1977, the Mental Health Law Program (MHLP) at CLAS has been providing essential legal advice and representation to those who have been involuntarily detained pursuant to the B.C. Mental Health Act or to those who have custody or conditional discharge orders pursuant to the mental disorder provisions of the Criminal Code of Canada. ADDRESS: Suite 300-1140 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4G1 PHONE: 604-685-3425 FAX: 604-685-7611 TOLL FREE: 1-888-685-6222 WEB: www.clasbc.net ››Ministry of Health BC The Ministry of Health Services has overall responsibility for ensuring that quality, appropriate, cost effective and timely health services are available to all British Columbians. PHONE: 604-683-7151 TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-7100 WEB: www.gov.bc.ca/health EMAIL: [email protected] ››Motivation, Power and Achievement Society MPA Society is a recognized leader in providing community based mental health service programs. MPA members work in partnership with staff towards the goal of recovery from mental illness. ADDRESS: 122 Powell St., Vancouver, BC V6A 1G1 PHONE: 604-482-3700 TF (BC): 1-877-536-4327 FAX: 604-738-4132 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.mpa-society.org ››Osteoporosis Canada - Vancouver Osteoporosis Canada, a registered charity, is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis. ADDRESS: 1691 Davenport Pl, North Vancouver, BC V7J 1N4 PHONE: 604-985-5430 TOLL FREE: 1-800-463-6842 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.osteoporosis.ca 97

HEALTH ››Pathways Clubhouse (Formerly Canadian Mental Health Association - Richmond Branch)Works to improve the mental health of persons in the City of Richmond through publiceducation, vocational, recreational and supported housing services and programs, and alsoprovides vocational opportunities for adults with a psychiatric disability.ADDRESS: 7351 Elmbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X lB8PHONE: 604-276-8834FAX: 604-276-0342EMAIL: [email protected]: www.richmond.cmha.bc.caLANGUAGE: EnglishAREA: Richmond››Queen Alexandra Centre for Children’s HealthProvides client-centered services to children with physical, emotional and behavioraldifficulties and their families.ADDRESS: 2400 Arbutus Rd., Victoria, BC V8N 1V7PHONE: 250-519-5390FAX: 250-721-6715EMAIL: [email protected]: www.queenalexandra.orgLANGUAGE: English. Translators can be arranged.AREA: Capital Regional District››Sunny Hill Health Centre for ChildrenSunny Hill Health Centre for Children offers specialized services to children with disabilitiesand their families from across the province. Sunny Hill serves children from birth to age 19.ADDRESS: 3644 Slocan St., Vancouver, BC V5M 3E8PHONE: 604-453-8300FAX: 604-453-8301TOLL FREE: 1-888-300-3088WEB: www.bcchildrens.ca/Services/SunnyHillHealthCtr 98

resources guide››The Burnaby Centre for Mental Health and AddictionA secured mental health facility, containing a 30-bed stabilization unit and a 70-bed treatmentunit. Houses integrated mental health, addictions and primary care residential services.ADDRESS: 3405 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H3PHONE: 604-675-3950 ext. 0FAX: 604-675-3955EMAIL: [email protected]››Turning Point RecoveryTurning Point Recovery Society is an independent, non-profit organization dedica-ted tohelping those who desire to stop using drugs and alcohol in a safe, supportive abstinence-based environment.ADDRESS: 10411 Odlin Road, Richmond, BC V6X 1E3PHONE: 604-303-6717FAX: 604-303-7646EMAIL: intakemens@, turningpointrecovery.comWEB: www.turningpointrecovery.com››Vancouver Coastal HealthLocate health care services in Vancouver, Richmond, North and West Vancouver and alongthe Sea-to-Sky Highway, Sunshine Coast and BC’s Central Coast.ADDRESS: Corporate Office, 11th Flr, 601 W Broadway,, Vancouver BC V5Z 4C2PHONE: 604-736-2033TOLL FREE: 1-866-884-0888EMAIL: [email protected]: www.vch.ca››West Side Community Mental Health TeamCommitted to supporting healthy lives in healthy communities through care, educationand research.ADDRESS: #200-4088 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2X8PHONE: 604-873-6733FAX: 604-872-0254 99

FEATUREChair Exercises That Are Great forPeople with DisabilityHome, Health & Fitness, Exercise & MeditationGetting enough physical activity is an unending issue for disabled people, which iswhy chair exercises have been developed for them. Physical limitations and painusually make it harder to exercise and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Fortunately, anumber of exercises that were designed for the disabled can be performed whilesitting in a chair or wheelchair. Such exercises can be modified to suit the particularcondition of a person.Consult Your DoctorBefore doing any exercise regimen, it is essential that you contact your doctor orphysical therapist first. You can discuss the best possible exercise program to dofor the condition you have and which ones to avoid. It has also been suggested bythe Arthritis Foundation that any exercise regimen designed for the disabled bediscussed with a physical therapist. He or she can teach you how to perform theproper techniques for your program, so that you avoid any injuries to yourself. 100