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Comox Valley Resource Guide for Adults with
All Abilities
Greetings from L’Arche Comox Valley!
The development of this Resource Guide began with the awareness that while there are many (and varied!) resources for adults with all abilities in the Comox Valley, they can be hard to find. We are pleased this publication has found its way to you, and hope that you will find it useful.
It is our intent to update this document on an annual basis. If the copy you are holding is more than a year old, contact our office for an updated version. If you are a service provider and you are not listed, or wish to update your information, please do the same.
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Christine MonierExecutive DirectorL’Arche Comox Valley
COMOX VALLEY RESOURCE GUIDE FOR ADULTS WITH
ALL ABILITIES
Table Of Contents
HOUSING 1
DAY PROGRAMS & EMPLOYMENT SKILLS TRAINING 4
TRANSPORTATION 8
HEALTH SERVICES 10
SOCIAL & RECREATION 12 ADVOCACY 14
OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES 16
HOUSING
Jubilee House is a home for four adults with develop-mental disabilities, and four assistants who live with them in Courtenay. It is run by L’Arche Comox Valley, a not-for-profit, faith-based organization.
100-1465 Grieve Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2W1 250.334.8320 [email protected] www.larchecomoxvalley.org
The Vanier Suites is an apartment building with six suites for adults with disabilities who can live indepen-dently with some supports. It is an intentional community where tenants can choose their level of involvement. It is part of the I Belong Centre, and operated by L’Arche Comox Valley.
1465 Grieve Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2W1 250.334.8320 [email protected] www.larchecomoxvalley.org
Communitas Supportive Care Society is a non-profit, faith-based organization providing care in communities across British Columbia to those living with disabilities. Services range from 24-hour residential care, to skills-based day programs, to respite care for families. Com-munitas also provides Home Share placements through CLBC referral.
Unit A-1423 16th Ave. Campbell River 250.286.1487 [email protected] www.CommunitasCare.com
Community Living BC is the provincial crown corporation that funds supports and services to adults (19+) with developmental disabilities, as well as individuals who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Community Living BC 107-1742 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay, BC. V9N 2K8 250.334.1370 www.communitylivingbc.ca
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Milieu's Staffed Residential service offers individuals a home in the company of roommates with 24-hour sup-port. Homes provide a positive environment to focus on lifelong learning, skill development and participation in the community and household. Staff are trained in pro-viding specialized support tailored to the needs of each individual who lives in care.
545 England Ave. Courtenay, BC, V9N 2N2 604.582.1811 www.milieu.ca
BeConnected offers home shares and supported living services, with main offices is in Victoria. There is cur-rently one group home,Valley House, in the Comox Val-ley.
1635 Valley Crescent Courtenay, BC V9N 3W2 1.250.886.2523 [email protected]
RediCare offers home sharing, staffed residential and supported living options.
2972 Elderberry Cres., Courtenay, BC 250.703.0299 / 250.702.2176 [email protected] www.reditwogo.ca
Kardel’s mission is to help people with developmental disabilities have a good life and to respect their personal choices. In the Comox Valley they offer home sharing through CLBC referral.
367 4th StreetCourtenay, BC250-338-6557 [email protected] www.kardelcares.ca
Carmichael Enterprises Residential Programs Ltd.
Carmichael residential programs offer support to individ-uals with a variety of needs while improving social and daily living skills in order to build the confidence neces-sary to live more independently within the community.
2221C McGarrigle Road Nanaimo, BC V9S 4M4 250.585.2889 www.carmichaelenterprises.ca
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Valley Integration to Active Living Society provides ser-vices to those living in our community with mental and physical disabilities, or any other complex barriers. VITALs supplies residential care, community inclusion, home share, and child and youth services.
Valley Integration to Active Living Society156-D Government StreetDuncan, BC V9L 1A2 250.748.5899www.vitals.ca/
Future Focus is a residential care home where clients are well integrated into the neighbourhood and actively participate in community events.
Future Focus Program Services 385 Cedar Street Campbell River, BC V 9W 2B2250.850.1012futurefocusprogramservices.ca
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DAY PROGRAMS & EMPLOYMENT SKILLS TRAINING
More Than Inclusion is a community inclusion, person-centred program run by L’Arche Comox Valley out of the I Belong Centre.
100-1465 Grieve Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2W1 250.871.6288 [email protected]
Community Living EmployAbility
CLBC funds employment agencies in communities to support adults with developmental disabilities to find and keep employment. A CLBC facilitator works with individ-uals to develop an employment plan and may provide employment supports.
Community Living BC 107-1742 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay, BC. V9N 2K8 250.334.1370 www.communitylivingbc.ca
Individual Support Program
Provides individual support, outreach work, and also a residential home. Works in the Comox Valley and Den-man Island.
V.I.C.C. Provide supports that will lead to opportunities for people to demonstrate their skills in the job pursuit of their choice. Working. Adventuring. Visioning. Exploring. W.A.V.E is a life transition program for young adults with develop-mental disabilities designed to help with personal growth and job development.
100B 2270 Cliff Ave. Courtenay, BC 250.871.7201 [email protected] www.vicommunityconnections.ca 4-1351 McPhee Ave. Courtenay, BC 250.338.7201 [email protected] vicommunityconnections.ca
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Harvest Home
Harvest Home offers a day program, supporting individ-uals in a relaxed country setting. Working to enhance personal, social and physical skills, both at the farm and in the community.
2144 Anderton Rd. Comox, BC [email protected] 250.650.3585
Satori offers community inclusion supports that focus on employment, social and life skills based on individual needs.
310 Puntledge Rd. Courtenay, BC 250.338.4482 [email protected] www.satorilife.ca
BRIDGES (Future Focus)
Bridges brings a focus on vocational training, working toward greater skill development in the areas of person-al, social and community access. Participants in this program co-operatively own/operate their own business, Bridges Contracting Services.
663 McPhee Ave. Courtenay, BC 250.338.0320 [email protected]
Through VIVRS, the Employment Program of BC offers integrated and accessible services for people with di-verse abilities to help them prepare, find, and keep sus-tainable employment. VIVRS provides vocational, life skill development and specialized employment services to residents of the Comox Valley who identify them-selves as living with barriers to employment.
#107-555 4th Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1H3 250.871.0798 [email protected] www.vivrs.ca
The BC Job Shop250.334.3119
Project Inclusion
Project Inclusion is a group of adults with diverse abili-ties who work together to motivate and support each other to achieve their goals in employment, moving out, and other life skills. They are funded through CLBC and run out of the Comox Valley Child Development Associa-tion.
237 3rd Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1E1 250-897-5758 [email protected] www.projectinclusion.weebly.com
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North Island College Access for Students with Disabili-ties offers an employment transition program and a wide range of courses designed to develop literacy, indepen-dence, employment, daily living and workplace readi-ness skills.
2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC, V9N 8N6 250.334.5000 ext 4103 250.334.5078 [email protected] www.nic.bc.ca
Community Options Beaufort Association
Options program provides a wide range of activities for participants, both at Options and in the community. Par-ticipation is based on individual service plans. Options helps plan for community activities that meet prefer-ences and needs and provide supports and transporta-tion to allow for participation in the chosen activities. On-site activities take place daily such as crafts, games, stretching and dancing.
960 Cumberland Road Courtenay, BC V9N 2E4 [email protected] www.beaufortassociation.ca
QUEST Personal Development
Program Beaufort Association
Quest program supports individuals in the development of skills that promote independence and involvement in community life. Through individual service plans, we de-velop a sense of accomplishment. Through group projects, we practice our skills in cooperation, communi-cation, teamwork and supporting each other in positive ways. The Pet Treat Bakery, a social enterprise, pro-vides skill development in preparation for employment and volunteer opportunities.
536 Fifth Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1K3 [email protected] www.beaufortassociation.ca
Journey
Journey is a community-based day program that spe-cializes in training and support to individuals with learn-ing, behavioural or emotional difficulties. Journey pro-vides full-time, part-time or one-on-one work doing trail maintenance and recycling.
Ste. 3B 2426 Rosewall Crescent Courtenay BC, V9N 8R9 250.338.5884 [email protected]
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Community Living Program
(CLP)
CLP provides teaching and support in the area of self-care, community awareness, home living skills, recre-ation, academics, employment, and social maturity.
792 8th Street Courtenay, BC 250.334.3222
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TRANSPORTATION
BC Transit provides a universal bus pass that allows for unlimited travel. The pass is available to seniors and persons with a disability on a restricted income.
1.888.866.0800 www2.gov.bc.ca (enter 'bus pass program disabilities' in the search box)
An accessible, door-to-door shared transit service for people with disabilities that prevent them from using regular transit without assistance. HandyDart picks you up at your door and drops you off at the door of your destination. Service 8 am to 4:30 pm, no service Satur-day, Sunday and holidays.
HandyDart Client Registration Box 100 Lazo, BC V0R 2K0 250.339.5442 bctransit.com/comox-valley/riderinfo/handydart/register
A licensed taxi service with a fully accessible van for wheelchair and scooter users.
250.339.5252 [email protected] ambassadortransportation.net
BC Ferries offers discount fares for people with disabili-ties (passenger fares only). Apply for BC Ferries Dis-abled Status Identification (DSI).
1.888.223.3779 bcferries.com/travel_planning/dis-abilities.html
WestJet has a One Person One Fare program for those requiring a personal attendant to travel.
1.888.937.8538 westjet.com/en-ca/travel-info/spe-cial-needs/index
Those requiring personal support to travel receive their support travel free.
1.888.247.2262www.aircanada.com!
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Comox Valley Better at Home has a Seniors’ Transporta-tion Program that provides local transportation to eligible seniors, helping them attend appointments or get gro-ceries at no extra cost. This program is offered to se-niors who are unable to drive or take the bus and cannot afford to take taxis.
250.871.1165 [email protected] www.hornbydenmanhealth.com/ser-vices-programs/better-at-home/
Wheels for Wellness provides transportation for out-of-town medical appointments, 60 km or more one way minimum (no Comox Valley transport).
1894 Bolt Ave. Comox, BC V9M 2J1 [email protected]
A Little Lift provides custom tailored services for the people of the Comox Valley, including support assisted travel, and companionship for outings and personal vis-its.
1324 Anderton Rd.Comox, BC V9M 3Z2 250.890.0636 [email protected]
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HEALTH SERVICES
The Health Connections Clinic uses a team-based ap-proach to providing health care for those with a combi-nation of medical and non-medical needs.
615 10th St. Courtenay 250.331.8502 viha.ca
Health Services for Community Living
(HSCL)
HSCL provides professional consultation, care planning, education, advocacy and direct care to adults with de-velopmental disabilities. Services include nursing, reha-bilitation, nutrition, and dental hygiene.
#104 1742 Cliff Ave Courtenay BC V9N 2K8 250.331.8574
Developmental Disabilities Mental
Health Team (DDMHT)
The DDMHT provides mental-health assessment and consultation for adults and youth 14 years and older, who have developmental disability and a co-existing mental-health issue, challenging behaviour and/or sub-stance misuse.
203-3939 Quadra Street Victoria, BC, V8X 1J5 250.519.3519 viha.ca (enter 'Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Team' in search box)
CBI Home Health
Formerly WeCare. Offers home healthcare personal support, nursing, homemaking, companionship, foot care, caregiver relief, accompanied visits, pediatric and live-in care.
#103 780 Grant Avenue Courtenay, BC, V9N 2T3 250.334.8531
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CBI Consultants
CBI supports persons with complex developmental, mental health, and behavioural needs, with roots in positive behavioural support (PBS). The practice includes professionals in early childhood education, education, psychology and rehabilitation.
204 – 3970 Hastings Street Burnaby, BC V5C 6C1 604-320-1960 1-877-320-1960 (Toll Free)
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SOCIAL & RECREATION
Building Friendships
Building Friendships provides support to help people with developmental disabilities establish and maintain relationships in the community, working mainly one-to-one.
Lewis Centre, Courtenay Recreation 250.338.5371 [email protected] courtenay.ca/recreation/building-friendships.html
Friendship ProjectThe Friendship Project focuses on facilitating meaningful opportunities to develop safe, caring, and supportive re-lationships through social gatherings, workshops and friendship circles.
250.702.0405 [email protected] friendshipproject.weebly.com
At the L'Arche Comox Valley I Belong Centre people with all levels of ability have the opportunity to discover their individual and hidden talents through creative and social activities. An activity guide is available. All are welcome to a Friday morning drop in coffee 10:00-11:30 am.
100-1465 Grieve Avenue Courtenay, BC, V9N 2W1 250.871.6288 [email protected]
The Wachiay Friendship Centre is a place for Indige-nous and non-Indigenous people to come together, to share traditions and to learn from one another. Wachiay provides vital supports and services to the peoples of the Comox Valley.
1625 McPhee Ave.Courtenay, BC V9N 3A6 250.338.7793 [email protected]
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Special Olympics is a global organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
250.897.1828 cvso.ca
Special Needs Recreation
Special Needs Recreation offers a number of adapted fitness and fun programs for individuals with develop-mental disabilities, and supports networking and advo-cacy around accessibility issues out of Courtenay Recreation’s Lewis Centre.
Lewis Center 489 Old Island Highway Courtenay, B.C. V9N 3P5 250.338.5371 [email protected]
Vancouver Island Adaptive Snowsports provides nation-ally certified snow sports instruction to people with phys-ical challenges and/or developmental disabilities.
250.334.5755 [email protected] visasweb.ca
The Therapeutic Riding Society provides a therapeutic riding program for children and adults with physical, mental, or emotional challenges.
4839 Headquarters Road Courtenay, B.C. 250.338.1968 [email protected] ctrs.com
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ADVOCACY
Accessibility Committee
The Comox Valley Accessibility Committee is dedicated to maximizing opportunities for people with disabilities. Our goal is for people with disabilities to be full and ac-tive members of the community.
250.338.5371 cvaccess.ca
Self-Advocate Liaison Project Vancouver Island Community
Connections
Promotes self-advocacy skills and voices issues that are important to people with developmental disabilities with a primary focus of promoting employment.
110B Cliff Ave. Courtenay, BC 250.871.7201 [email protected]
Supports people with all disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community. Offer direct services, community partner-ships, advocacy, research and publications.
456 Broadway W. Vancouver, BC, V5Y 1R3 1.800.663.1278 disabilityalliancebc.org
Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities (STADD) offers Navigator services for eligible youth with developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and their families. STADD Navigators act as the primary point of contact for youth and their families in helping them plan for their future, supporting access to govern-ment and community supports & services through the transition period of 16-24 years old.
730 Grant Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2T3 1.250.218.5056 1.855.356.5609 (Toll-free) [email protected] www.gov.bc.ca/adultdevelopmentaldis-abilityservices
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The BC People First Society (BCPF) is a non-profit pro-vincial organization that is part of a national movement striving to make sure that people with a developmental disability are respected and included in communities as full citizens.
227 6th StreetNew Westminster, BC V3L 3A5 [email protected]
Inclusion BC is a non-profit provincial organization that advocates for the rights and opportunities of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. It is a federa-tion of members that include people with intellectual dis-abilities, their families and agencies that serve them.
227 Sixth St. New Westminster, BC V3L 3A5 [email protected] www.inclusionbc.org
The Public Guardian and Trustee has a unique statutory role to protect the interests of British Columbians who lack legal capacity to protect their own interests.
700-808 West Hastings StreetVancouver, B.C. V6C 3L3 1.604.660.4444 www.trustee.bc.ca/Pages/default.aspx
Nidus is currently the only community-based resource in Canada devoted to personal planning. It is the expert on Representation Agreements, which are a legal model for supported decision-making.
1440 West 12th AvenueVancouver, BC V6H [email protected] www.nidus.ca
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OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES
The Comox Valley Child Development Association pro-vides a variety of programs and services to support chil-dren and their families.
237 3rd St. Courtenay 250.338.4288 cvcda.ca/
Vela is a non-profit society, which provides information and mentoring to individuals with disabilities to develop customized support services through the creation of Mi-croboards.
#1-5761 Glover Rd Langley, BC 1.604.539.2488 [email protected] velacanada.org
Comox Military Family Resource Centre
Provide family counselling and assistance navigating healthcare system as well as programs and workshops for families of military members.
1575 Military Row Lazo, BC 250.339.8211 ext 7128 or 8286 CAFconnection.ca
Provides services in the CV to women and children who have experienced violence. Programs and services sup-port self-awareness, self-reliance and self-esteem.
625 England Ave. Courtenay BC [email protected]/
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