Man’s joy of singing leads to life-enriching opportunity

Jo Dickey Foundation approves grant for music therapy sessions By Lisa Bailey A chorus of support rings out for Jason as he prepares to start music lessons in May. ...

An Australian connection is made at posAbilities during Autism Awareness Month in B.C.

Empowering new approach to affecting behaviour change makes a difference at Laurel Services By Ryan Rogers Service co-ordinator Sareth Ly from the Laurel Behaviour Support Services at posAbilities has just returned...

Leading by example at North Shore ConneXions Society

'Passionate’ self-advocate Ludo van Pelt shares his wealth of experience By Kristian Partington There are a few things Ludo van Pelt brings with him every day to his job at North...

Relationships lead to many discoveries

Life skills team leader says flexibility and creativity key to work By Lisa Bailey Amy Glass has supported many people to build skills for independence and connect with the community...

The power of storytelling’ inspires workshop participants

Self-advocacy and storytelling workshops exceed high expectations in Vancouver By Kristian Partington The power of sharing personal experience through the art of storytelling was transferred from motivational speaker and storyteller David...

Self-reliance, person-centred support amongst trends reflected in social enterprise

Strengths and interests spark future ideas By Lisa Bailey With posAbilities just launching its very first social enterprise April 1, business developer Mary McGivern is thinking of ideas for the future....

PosAbilities’ first social enterprise anchored on strengths

Don’t Sweat It’s goals include growth and inclusion By Lisa Bailey PosAbilities is going into business with a social purpose. [click the title to read the...

Support in the future looks different to program director

Community connectors reflect shift to strengths-based approach By Lisa Bailey Looking to the future of the developmental services sector, posAbilities program director Gord Tulloch sees greater community integration and more specialized...

Young woman overcomes odds to build new life

23-year-old mother of two beats addiction to graduate from high school this spring By Camille Jensen VANCOUVER - Eight-month old Payton is gurgling in the background as his mother tells an...

Program director identifies trends affecting sector’s future

Family engagement and community partnerships key to mission By Lisa Bailey PosAbilities program director Gord Tulloch sees a handful of trends in the developmental services sector pointing to a future characterized...

Continuing to push for a more inclusive society

PosAbilities’ partners urging for a call to action related to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities By Kristian Partington PosAbilities joined the chorus of support agencies across...

Eco-Ranger enjoys helping others

Community connections forged By Lisa Bailey Edward’s long-time participation in posAbilities’ Eco-Rangers has revealed to him keys to productive relationships and his own strengths. ...

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