Connecting to Indigenous Roots Important To Healing Journey
When Adria reflects on her journey towards mental wellness, she recognizes that the journey began with a reconnection to her indigenous roots.
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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!
Person-Centred Care at the Heart of Herma’s Career
It’s the people she serves and the people she works with that make Herma’s career so satisfying.
Looking Back On Three Decades
After 35 years, Jonathan reflects on a long and satisfying vocation.
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.
Turning Points of Grace
Reflecting on her life’s journey so far, Ashleigh can see God’s grace in the many turning points that have brought her to where she is today. It makes her smile and fills her with hope.
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!
One House, Two Floors, Many Stories
If the walls of your house could talk, what stories would they tell you? For one house owned by Communitas they would be stories of welcome, transition, and above all, person-centred care.
Peer Support Workers Join VPU
Our Peer Support Workers are excited to be part of a new Fraser Health initiative: the Virtual Psychiatric Unit. Find out how our PSWs are making an impact!
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!
There And Back Again
Layne has enjoyed working at Communitas so much, she’s come back three times, each time bringing fresh experience to a workplace she loves.
Sharing The Blessings Of Friendship
When you’ve been connected for 25 years, you really get to know each other. For Sharon, Clayton, and Monica it’s been a blessing of friendship.
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.
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.
More Than What Is Seen
Ida likes to explore new opportunities – both in her work and in her personal life. But whatever she’s doing, it’s the people in her life that motivate her.
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!
From Playground To Management: The Trajectory Of A Career
Karin learned some valuable lessons as a child on the playground that served her well in her decades long career at Communitas.
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.
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!
