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Our Stories

The Value of Understanding

Written By: Lyndon Brown   Understanding is worth more than money can buy. When our feelings are within and we are non-verbal, we are often misunderstood and are immensely frustrated. As one without a voice, assumptions are often made about my thoughts and feelings. As society embraces technology, perhaps we will become better understood through […]

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A Glimpse into the Life of a Young Adult with Disabilities Living in British Columbia

By: Christine Lentz Living in a province where poverty is already a major issue, the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty has only made it more difficult for those who are disabled who choose to experience love by restricting their income. Currently, a British Columbian who receives Persons With Disabilities assistance and has chosen to […]

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Extra Financial Help Can Support Me Better

By: Lauren Simpson   Hi, my name is Lauren Simpson and I am part of the Community Development POD.  I am stressed out because I can’t spend much money. My mom helps me save my money. I deposit it in the bank independently and I can take money in or out to buy something for […]

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Alexa Conquers Covid-19

Written by Alexa Lehwald Hello, my name is Alexa Lehwald and I am a Community Development Pod member at Semiahmoo House Society in South Surrey, BC. I am also a CLIC member too which stands for Community Leaders Igniting Change. I graduated from the Community Leaders Igniting Change program which was a 12-week program that […]

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Living with Limited Income

By: Jeevan Basra I was born on November 21, 2001. I don’t remember that day, but over the years I have heard many stories about how I was born not breathing. I don’t remember being transferred to BC Children’s Hospital, but I know I stayed there for a long time. I have seen lots of […]

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Getting Medication Costs Covered

by: Miranda Orth Medications can be expensive. Sometimes people need to advocate for coverage when it isn’t covered by their medical plan. There are ways to advocate. The first option would be to find out if there is a generic medication that is covered by your plan. A second option is to find out what […]

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The Advocate, The Athlete: Bryce Schaufelberger

Mission’s Bryce Schaufelberger is a man of many talents By Spencer van Vloten BC Disability November 3rd, 2021 Founder of SelfAdvocateNet.com and champion athlete, Bryce Schaufelberger’s work ethic and tireless commitment to helping others have made a worldwide impact.   This is his story. Visit: SelfAdvocateNet THE EARLY DAYS It started 21 years ago. At […]

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Facing Your Fears

Written By: Deepi Leihl It has been a year and a half since the pandemic first started and it seems like the end is nowhere in sight. Who would have thought it would go on for this long! Definitely not me! But despite the circumstances, me, my sister and our staff have been making the […]

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My Future

Written By: Kimberly Boyce   My name is Kimberly Boyce. I am disabled, and I am discouraged about my future. I have multiple impairments: ADHD, BPD, a 3rd degree burn covering my left leg with nerve damage, and a previously shattered kneecap on my right leg that’s arthritic. My disabilities make it impossible to work […]

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Their Story: Self-Advocate Leadership Network

The Self-Advocate Leadership Network (photo: SALN BC) By Spencer van Vloten BC Disability September 18th, 2021   The Self-Advocate Leadership Network (SALN) has been at the forefront of advocacy for British Columbians with intellectual disabilities, bringing together leaders from across the province to to make a difference in a time of crisis. This is the […]

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