Home Share Is A Place To Express Yourself
Paul is a creative person who loves to literally show is colours. Good thing he lives in a Home Share with Kim and her family because it is a home where creativity thrives.
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NEW RADIO SHOW FOCUSED ON CAM’S PASSION
Cam loves two things: sports and talking about sports. So when he had an opportunity to host his own radio show, he took it! Find out more about Cam’s radio show!
Princess For A Day
When Alysha had an opportunity recently to try on some beautiful dresses at Abbotsford’s Champagne and Lace, she was thrilled!
Best Job I’ve Ever Had
Robin loves his job at Phantom Screens where he’s been working since last year. Check out this great inclusive employment story!
My Purpose Is To Encourage Others
Everett is a kind, caring person with many talents. He says his experience with brain injury gives him a unique way to encourage others.
Communitas Staff Respond To Food Insecurity
Rising food prices are a challenge for people who live in a fixed in come. Communitas staff are finding ways to respond.
Young People Create Messages of Inclusion
Some of the people we serve are using Pink Shirt Day as an opportunity to talk positively about how we can all do something to prevent bullying.
A Step Towards Greater Independence
Ryan is pretty skilled at using public transit in Abbotsford. He knows his bus schedules and times his activities so that he won’t miss a bus. If taking the bus isn’t convenient, he accesses Uber or taxi cabs and is grateful that those options are available to him, especially when the weather is bad. But … Continued
Choosing Hope
Our theme for 2023 is Choosing Hope. Find out what that means for us and then tell us, what does choosing hope mean to you?
Frugality Can Be Fun!
A brand new board game, invented by Communitas staff, teaches participants how to save money. Turns out, frugality can be fun!
Friendship and Creativity Grow in the Park
Judy, Kortnnaye, and Larry are artists who share another common trait: they all live with an acquired brain injury – but that doesn’t stop them from creating!
Teaching Experience A Success!
When Shane was given the opportunity to teach the online Zoombaya cooking class, he discovered that teaching is as much fun as cooking!
Comic Book Artist Draws Inspiration From Life
Robert has been drawing his own comic books for years. He continues to draw inspiration from the world around him and he loves to make people laugh!
Creativity and Connections Help Khrystyna Thrive
Khrystyna uses a variety of creative tools to maintain her mental health and to encourage others along the way. Be inspired by her story today!
Inclusive Employer Values Mony’s Gifts
Having a job where Mony can use her gifts, with an employer who celebrates those gifts, means a lot. It’s also a way for her to give back. Read this inspiring story today!
Making Things Crystal Clean
Crystal is a friendly, outgoing person, who likes to have things neat and tidy, characteristics that make her really good at both her jobs.
Don’t Lose Hope
Dave is a talented artist. For Dave, painting is as much about being creative as it is therapeutic as he continues on his journey towards mental wellness.
Meaningful Work Creates Independence
Michael takes pride in his work as a custodian with the Abbotsford School District and he is valued for the good work he does.
Friends, Fun, and Fishing!
Fishing was taught, fish were caught (and let go), and fun was had, when these friends participated in a day of fishing in Abbotsford.
What’s For Dinner?
Brad takes the skills he’s learned in Jonathan’s cooking class and prepares meals for his family regularly. Check out his story and his favourite recipe!
Creating Art A Healing Process
For Judy, the creative process is as much about healing as it is about art, a way to cope with life’s challenges – and Judy has had more challenges than most.
There’s No Place Like Home
An experience with burst pipes in the middle of winter turned into an adventure that reminded four roommates that there really is no place like home.
Sharing Home An Enriching Experience
For Lucian and Andreea, being Home Share providers is a way to give back to their community. It’s been a life-enriching experience for their family.
Communicating in Any Language
No matter what language she is speaking, Andrea is just happy to be able to communicate with her friends. Check out her story today!
