October 14, 2011
BACI Parent Information and Support E-Newsletter
October 14, 2011
For all events mentioned in this newsletter you can also see the CALENDAR at the
BACI blogsite.
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Dear parents and family members,
Our Fall Family Education Series is now up and running, with posAbilities and the Burnaby Association (BACI) presenting a workshop on Building Support Networks for persons with disabilities. Families are welcome to come as a group (parent(s), sibs, support worker).
The workshop will be held on Saturday, November 5 at BACI in Burnaby, and is free of charge. Please see the enclosed flyer for more information and registration details. The deadline to register is Friday, October 28, 2011.
Why come?
Have you ever wondered who will serve as your son’s or daughter’s representative or trustee? Who will pick them up for Thanksgiving dinner? Or, who will be in their circle of friends down the road? If so, then this workshop is designed to assist you.
Start thinking about how a person’s circle of support can be expanded and developed. Learn how to overcome challenges with a like-minded folks who are passionate about exploring how relationships can be stronger and deeper. Success stories will be shared from throughout the province.
*For those who have previously heard Aaron and Susan to speak on this topic – please note that this will be a more in-depth discussion.*
Following this workshop, we will ask self advocates and families to let us know if they would like more support in developing a network. If so, the presenters, Aaron and Susan of Spectrum Society, would work with a small group of folks, centered on the networks or 3-4 individuals, over the course of one year. Each person would have their goals and objectives on how to expand their network. The facilitators would then call the group together several times throughout the year to celebrate successes and to assist those who may be experiencing challenges. At the end of the process, the idea is that each of these individuals will have an expanded and active network of support.
If you have any questions, please give me a call and I will do my best to answer them for you. We would like to acknowledge the support of Community Living BC, who has funded these workshops.
WHEN: Saturday November 5th, 2011, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
* Come for coffee at 9 AM *
WHERE: BACI Still Creek Center, 2702 Norland Avenue, Burnaby, V5B 3A6
(Corner of Douglas and Norland. Free parking.)
COST: Free! The workshop is supported by a grant from CLBC.
* Lunch will be provided by the host agencies.*
REGISTRATION: Seating is limited so you must pre-register to guarantee your spot.
For more information, please see THE FLYER.
BACI EVENTS:
BACI visits the Haunted Village: We had such a great time last year we are going again!
WHEN: Friday, October 28th. Let’s meet on the deck outside the front entrance at 6:00 PM to enjoy the experience together.
WHERE: Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue (Canada Way and Sperling, just east of Kensington Avenue)
COST: The Family Services program has some funds to cover the admission for families, up to four members per family. Please contact Sarah at sarah.baumbusch@gobaci.com or Carol Stinson at family.services@gobaci.com for more information or to register.
BACI Chinese Parent Support Group: Next meeting is November 5th, 6:30 PM, 7716 Royal Oak. *Note* that because of the long weekend the meeting will be the first Saturday of the month. Please see THE FLYER for general information and contact John Tsang for information on the speaker.
BACI Music Appreciation: Next Music on Mondays is November 7th, 6 PM, 7724 Royal Oak. Please see THE FLYER for more information.
BACI Ball: A fundraiser to support BACI’s children services. Gourmet sit-down dinner; live entertainment and dancing; live and silent auction; inclusion through innovation award ceremony. Please see THE FLYER for more information.
WHEN: Thursday, November 2nd, 2011 6:30 PM – 11 PM
WHERE: Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
COST: $175 each
BACI BLAST features new stories on the recent Peter Block workshop and the work BACI outreach counsellors do to help people achieve their life goals. Visit THE BLAST for these and more articles about the good things happening around BACI.
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Events and items of interest for Burnaby/New West:
A Social Life, the Youth Social Group: This youth and parent Social Group meets the second and fourth Sunday every month.
WHEN: Next group is Sunday October 23rd, 2 PM – 4 PM
WHERE: New Westminster Youth Centre, 620 8th Street, New Westminster
For more information please contact Stephanie Frey: asociallife@yahoo.com or call 604.765.9784. Visit the group’s WEBSITE for more information.
HandyDart Appreciation Week: Parent Tom Mooney is organizing a week to thank all the folks at HandyDart. Tom writes: My daughter Vicki is a regular Handy DART user. Like many of her peers with developmental disabilities, she sometimes has difficulty communicating her appreciation to the drivers and staff of this vital service.
WHEN: October 24 – 30
WHERE: Your HandyDart driver and on facebook.
During this week we can all make more of an effort to show our appreciation. Tom has started a face book group, where you can share some stories and pictures and say “Thank You”. Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/118784201558260/
ARTSHOW for BC People with Development Disabilities sponsored by posAbilities:
WHEN: October 27th, 5 PM – 9 PM
WHERE: Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street between East 15th and East 16th Ave, Vancouver
For more information please visit the website.
Sibling Jam: SIBLING JAM is a new workshop for adult siblings. Through various writing, storytelling, visual art and drama based exercises we will begin to explore our relationships to our siblings individually and as a group. No art experience is necessary. Sense of humour is an asset. The workshop is facilitated by Cat Main and Sylvie Rousseau.
WHEN: Sunday October 30th, 10 AM – 4 PM
WHERE: PLAN Office. # 260 – 3665 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC
COST: $75 (Scholarships are available)
Please visit the SIBLING JAM FACEBOOK PAGE for more information.
Parents of Youth with Disabilities Transition Group: This parent group alternates their meetings between the east side and west side of Vancouver. The first meeting is in October on the West Side and November on the East Side:
WHEN: Wednesday, November 2nd 6:30 – 8:30 PM
WHERE: Britannia Community Centre, 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver
TOPIC: Transition Planning and CLBC
Please see THE FLYER for more information and west side dates and topics.
Family Support Institute Annual Trivia Night: Trivia fans raised approximately $4,000 last year with your support. The to make the 4th annual trivia night should be bigger and better with plenty of laughter, singing and fun!! Carol Stinson is organizing a BACI team, so contact Carol if you would like join the BACI team (contact information is at end of this newsletter). Please see THE FLYER for more information.
WHEN: Friday, November 4th, 7 PM – 10 PM
WHERE: Marlborough Elementary School, 6060 Marlborough Ave Burnaby
REGISTRATION: Please call FSI at 604.540.8374 ext. 523
The F.O.R.C.E: Society for Kid’s Mental Health presents monthly parent information and support group for Burnaby/New West/Coquitlam.
WHEN: 2ND Wednesday of every month (except July & August), 6:30 PM – 9 PM
WHERE: Cameron Recreation Complex (Cedar Room) 9523 Cameron Street, Burnaby
Please see THE FLYER for more information.
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Links of Interest:
October is Community Living Month: The theme this year is Caring Communities. See what is happening around the province and in your community at the BCACL EVENTS PAGE or visit the Caring Communities Facebook page.
RDSP Update: Five reasons for a person in their 50s to open an RDSP
Top Ten Questions to ask your financial planner: New tip on UNTAPE from Jack Styan.
I Can Be Safe On-Line: A website created by Community Living BC (CLBC) for adults living with developmental disabilities to learn how to be safe online.
RDSP 3-Year-Review-Survey: The survey closes November 1st. Help PLAN advocate for a more accessible and easier-to-use program. They are interested in hearing from people who have not opened an RDSP to find out why.
CLBC publishes Request for Service (waitlist) information – October 6, 2011.
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BACI Family Information and Support contacts:
Sarah Baumbush: 778.319.8252
Carol Stinson: 604.763.5667
John Tsang: 604.928.8289
BACI Family Information and Support
Family Gathering Place
7716 Royal Oak Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5J 4K4
fax: 604.439.0363
web: www.gobaci.com
