By: Cheryl Fryfield For the past many years I have been making my own money, paying my own rent and buying my own bus pass, groceries and clothing. The Public Guardian and Trustee have tried twice to get PWD income assistance for me, but in the eyes of the Ministry I make too much money. […]
My name is Sherwin Strong. I live in the Comox Valley as a Self Advocate Liaison and Employment Trainer. My role is to promote inclusive employment for people with diverse abilities. I have created a presentation with information, steps and personal stories, including my transition from high school to employment. I also bring an Aboriginal […]
I’ve had job coaches in my life for 6 years. Some are good and some need more training. When you’re ready to get a job you hope for someone to help you find your dream job or at least come close. For me I had to get a job when my husband became employed and […]
Hi, my name is Shelley De Coste and I live in Kelowna, BC. I’m a Self Advocate Liaison for Pathways Association. Self Advocacy is about speaking up for yourself and being more involved in daily decision making. I run Self Advocacy meetings where we talk about rights and responsibilities. I teach people with diverse abilities […]
Victoria Markhoff | TEDxSoleburySchool Victoria stands against the stigma of mental illness through speaking, her short film “Before I Go To Sleep At Night,” and even lobbying in front of Congress with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Victoria helped start the local Lean-In Circle for A Woman’s Place to help women succeed. She also […]
Story by Kristian Shaw Those who have a mental illness and a developmental disability really need a resolution between themselves and the professionals they deal with sometimes on a daily basis. It’s very important for everyone in the medical field, for example, to not only know about mental illness, but to also understand how having […]
I am writing to you because I have been doing a bit of observation in the community on how people with diverse abilities are being supported by their support workers. Now I do understand that it can be a hard job, at times, but I feel that while the worker is supporting the person with […]
Hi my name is James Sonsteby and I would like to share a little about me. After many family problems, I finally decided to move out of my home. I am now truly happy about my life choice. I have done plenty for lost time! Over the last year or so. I have shopped […]
My name is Krystian Shaw. I believe in freedom and choice about our supports and services. I also believe in leveling the playing field with people with disabilities and without disabilities by promoting awareness and education about what we can do, not what we can’t. I think people in the community should be trained […]
A Parent’s Diary By: Michelle Goos My name is Michelle Goos. This is a story about me and my family, but mostly about my child (teen) who has a disability too. I have been with my partner, David, for 20 years. There have been ups and downs. Mostly around money. David has worked at the […]
