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.
People
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
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!
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!
Faith and Love Anchor Marlita’s Life
Faith and love are the anchors that ground Marlita’s life. Faith and love were also part of her transformation. Read her inspiring story today!
Brain Injury Reveals Artist Within
What makes Kortnnaye’s paintings so remarkable is that she only began painting after suffering a catastrophic brain injury. Her story will surely inspire you!
Faith, Family, and Coca-Cola
Curby says the three most important things to him are faith, family, and Coca-Cola. Here he shares his story in words and song!
A Love Of Learning
Meet Chris. Chris loves to spend time with his support staff doing interesting activities and learning new things. Check out his great sewing projects!
A Lifetime Of Meaningful Support
Audrey is remembered as determined, sweet, and kind. She was part of the Communitas family for 30 years and her story reminds us of the importance of inclusion.
Recipe A Reminder Of Mom
Finding his mom’s cookie recipe brought back wonderful memories for Martin. Find out what happened when he tried to bake the cookies!
Living Independently Is Key To Growth
Crystal says that since she’s moved out on her own, she’s become more independent and grown in her self-confidence.
