SMD has existed in various forms since the late 1940s. Today, the SMD family includes a head office in Winnipeg as well as six regional offices throughout Manitoba that provide services and support to people with disabilities in rural areas. SMD is also affiliated with national organizations such as Easter Seals Canada.
Based on projections, disability in Manitoba will continue to rise over the next 25 years. The Society for Manitobans with Disabilities strives for long term sustainability so that programs and services are available to meet the needs of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
Pursuant to an agreement (the ?Subsidiary Agreement?) entered into on April 1, 1983 between Canad,a Manitoba and Awasis Agency of Northern Manitob,a the Agency was mandated the legal responsibility to provide child and family services to treaty and non-treaty members residing on 25 First Nations, however, with the decentralization of the Awasis Agency, the Agency provides child and family services to 12 First Nations communities.In 2000, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Province of Manitoba and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak. The signing of the MOU meant that the Awasis Agency could expand its authority and provide services to off reserve members. These services commenced in 2005.
West Central Community ProgramWho We AreWest Central Community Program (WCCP) is a stable and trusted presence in Winnipeg's West Central Community, providing high-quality recreational and developmental programming for area youth. The West Central Community comprises the three inner-city neighbourhoods of Spence, St. Matthews and Daniel McIntyre.Mission StatementTo provide or create recreational opportunities for the children and families of the West Central neighbourhood of Winnipeg.Agency Goals*Provision of safe afterschool and evening programming for area children and families*Provide positive role models to the community*Provide opportunities for personal growth, confidence and leadership*Work with and for the West Central Community*Provide efficient and consistent programming supported by the communityand a variety
Villa Rosa is a prenatal and postnatal residence offering a wide variety of programs in a safe and nurturing environment. Any single, pregnant woman or new mother may access our services.There is no cost to any resident of Manitoba not living in a First Nation community - block funding through the Province of Manitoba and the United Way allows Villa Rosa to provide all services free of charge to young women who are pregnant and need a safe and healthy place to stay. However, Villa Rosa is not financially responsible for transportation, spending money, clothing needs, personal needs or medication. Women living on their First nation may be eligible to receive service on a per diem basis.Villa Rosa's mission is to provide educational, health and social services to young single women and their families during and after pregnancy, in the Province of Manitoba. Programs are offered in a safe, nurturing environment that encourages personal growth, and carried out in a fiscally responsible, culturally competent manner
Founded in 1976, Rossbrook House is a neighbourhood drop-in centre for children, youth, and young adults. Located at the corner of Ross Avenue and Sherbrook Street in the Centennial area of the inner-city of Winnipeg MB; it offers a constant alternative to the destructive environment of the streets:Keeping the doors open 365 days of the year and 24 hours every weekend & period of school holidaysRecruiting its staff from the young people who come to the centre on a regular basis Driving participants safely home each evening Rossbrook's mission is to provide a safe place for children and youth to belong, play, learn and become...Today, 1,500 children and youth ages 6-24 years come through the doors annually and up to 100 participants on a daily basis. Beyond being a safe place to be, Rossbrook has 3 alternative school programs, an afterschool homework club, young mom's group, sports and recreational activities, Aboriginal cultural activities, leadership activites, a music program, a money management/matched savings program and a transformative writing program for youth and adults in the community.
The JHSM is pleased to announce that Sharon Perrault has been hired as the new supervisor of the Bail Assessment and Support Program effective August 11th, replacing Bob Godin who retired at the end of July. Sharon has a wide range of experience working for community based organizations in the social service sector and various levels of government. A former site manager for Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata, and director of operations for the Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre in Winnipegandmost recently she was a member of the National Parole Board - Prairie Region for ten years where she took part in Elder Assisted as well as regular Parole hearings atcorrectional institutions across the Prairie region, including Rockwood, and Stony Mountain.
Sunshine HouseKali Shiva AIDS Services has been working with people living with HIV/AIDS in Winnipeg since 1987. Sunshine House began operations in 1999 after broad consultation between affected communities, and national and local agencies active in the poly drug using community .A core of roughly 50 'regular' clients has emerged from the programs in place over the history of Kali Shiva at Sunshine House. This core of individuals is distinguished from the 4000/year 'occasional' users of service by their long-term participation in programs and use of practical services offered. The core of individuals has consistently followed us through two re-locations, including to our permanent facility at 646 Logan Avenue.Sunshine House has successfully engaged the most marginalized individuals in the Winnipeg poly drug using community by being a place where everyone is welcome, without judgement. A 'Harm Reduction' approach to our work has built a strong connection with people who often reject community services.
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.