Direct Action in Support of Community Homes (DASCH) Inc.DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential , day program , respite and foster care needs of youth and adults.DASCH supports people living in over 50 homes throughout Winnipeg. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence.Since the movement from institutionalization to community living evolved, various advocacy groups like DASCH have made large strides in empowering an otherwise historically overlooked population of our society.DASCH is truly committed to enhancing and uplifting the lives of the people it supports through education, awareness, understanding and the highest degree of respect for all. Our CommitmentIn cooperation with governing agencies, DASCH strives to incorporate innovative and progressive approaches to service delivery while preserving its ongoing commitment to quality care.VisionProvide the opportunity, supports, and environment in which persons living with developmental disabilities can reach their full potential
OPT Radio OPT Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides vocational training, continuing education, supported employment and recreation opportunities for adults who are living with additional challenges. Stay In TouchOptions, Pathways and Transitions publishes a quarterly newsletter to provide updates on the goings-on at OPT. Bookmark our blog for the most recent news.OPT: A TimelineIn Fall of 2007, a group of coworkers approached Family Services with a business plan to start up a new day program. For a full timeline of OPT's development click here .OPT's Team
Welcome to The Winnipeg Children's Access AgencyWCAA is a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to facilitate contact between children and their family members in a safe, neutral and child-focused environment.We offer supervised visits and supervised exchanges (also referred to as 'transfers') for families who have experienced some level of conflict in their relationships.We act as an independent body whose primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children by providing a secure and comfortable environment in which visitation and exchanges can occur. We do not make assessments or judgments with respect to whether a parent should or should not be supervised.To ensure our independence, we do not become involved in negotiating access conditions between parties, provide counseling, act as messengers or mediate disputes. We instead refer the parties to their respective lawyers to address any access concerns.
The Laurel Centre provides individual and group counselling to women who have experienced childhood and / or adolescent sexual abuse.Significance of the Laurel TreeIn Greek mythology, there is the story of a wood nymph named Daphne who is much like the Greek goddess Diana - independent, athletic - a huntress. In the myth, the god Apollo pursued Daphne in what would be interpreted today as a sexual attack. Daphne called to the river god for help and was transformed into a laurel tree - a symbol of victory and triumph.The Laurel Centre represents the transformation and triumph of its clients. The laurel leaf is a symbol featured in the Centrés logo.History of The Laurel CentreIn the early 1980's those working in the addictions field realized that many addicted women - up to 80% - were also struggling to overcome the trauma resulting from childhood sexual abuse. Many were unable to deal with their addictions because their lives were too painful.At the time there were no services for women that treated addictions and abuse together.
Navigation MenuEPIC TO HOST CAFE FUNDRAISEREpic Opportunities will host its annual Café Fundraiser event on Thurs., Nov. 6 at the Victoria Inn in Winnipeg. The event is one of the primary fundraisers of Epic Opportunities with a goal of raising money for accessible housing for individuals with intellectual...read moreSTARTING A CONVERSATIONWhen members of the Epic Opportunities recruitment team got together earlier this year to discuss ways of better engaging members of the public at the various career fairs they attend they came up with an idea that fit to a T. Actually, EPIC CONSULTANT IS ON THE JOBKellie Thai's job could be likened to that of a tour guide.
A book of Activities forLife Planning Continuity Care was established by a group of dedicated parents, siblings and citizens who want to help families in Manitoba plan a safer and more secure future for their family member with an intellectual disability.''Planning is a must. Start planning now!''Planning gives us a chance to live our own lives while at the same time knowing that our relative has a life of their own. Start now and review regularly. Good intentions based on wrong information can put people at risk. Some siblings tell us that they are uncomfortable with the responsibilities that the parents are expecting them to undertake. Other families learn that the wills and estate planning they have done in good faith may result in loss of government income supports, medical / dental benefits and access to the many government programs their family member may require.
Founded in 1979, The Manitoba Schizophrenia Society (MSS) is a non-profit, charitable, community-based mental health organization.Established by concerned family members, MSS is a 'family' of consumers, family members, service providers and friends who support its mission, vision, passion and core values.Our Mission'The Manitoba Schizophrenia Society, Inc. is a consumer-focused, family sensitive mental health self-help organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis through education, peer support programs, one-on-one consultations, public policy and research.'Our Vision'Promoting a dignified, non-discriminatory quality of life for those living with schizophrenia and psychosis while seeking a cure for schizophrenia.'Our Passion'Giving people who live with and are affected by schizophrenia and psychosis a future with hope.'Our Belief About Intervention'Recovery is possible through timely and adequate medical treatment and management, psychosocial rehabilitation, education, community supports and personal recovery and empowerment.'