Kardel’s new Strategic Plan Info Graphic shows our mission, vision, values, and strategic goals for the next three years.  We worked in partnership with Tanya Gadsby to design the new poster and pull together the feedback we worked through with Staci Barter at our Strategic Planning Meeting in November 2015.

Strategic Plan Visual 2015

Mysteries of the Unseen World:  All about microscopic things, like the bugs in your eyelashes, bacteria and viruses and dust mites.  The on that grossed me out the most were the bugs in everybody’s eyelashes

Pixels:  About video games; the video game characters came to life and they took over the world.  The gamers had a hard time controlling them but managed to save the world.

Cats & Dogs:  Jeff Goldblum was the main character and played the father of one son.  The cats and dogs were special agents to fight bad men.  The cats and dogs won the battle with the help of Jeff Goldblum.

Starting December 1st 2015, people receiving the Persons with Disabilities benefit (PWD) will be able to have up to $100,000 in assets without it impacting their eligibility for assistance. Click here for more information.

The Canada Revenue Agency has changed the layout of the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) application.  We hope that these new changes will make it easier for people with disabilities to apply for and access the benefits of the DTC.

If you want to apply for the DTC you can download and print the application from the Canada Revenue Agency website or request a copy of the application by calling 1-800-959-8281. Disability Alliance BC has more information about the DTC and the related Registered Disability Savings Plan in Help Sheet 14 of our Help Sheet series.

We hope this helps you to help your clients. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Sam Turcott at 604-872-1278 or 1-800-663-1278

Through Futures new Visions Employment Program, Clinton began his new job at the Finishing Store on November 4th.  His first day on the job was spent filming their “Happy Holidays” commercial which he thoroughly enjoyed.  His regular duties will be organizing stock, dusting, sweeping, and general maintenance.

Good luck in your new job Clinton!

On October 30 we celebrated Vicki’s official retirement from Futures Club.  In the 18 years she spent at Futures, Vicki met lots of wonderful people and had some great experiences.  A definite highlight was February 14, 2013 when she had a surprise visit from Marty the Marmot and got to spend the whole afternoon with him!

We wish Vicki a happy retirement and look forward to lots of visits from her!

On November 5 we met with a diverse group of stakeholders to celebrate the past three years and collectively discuss plans to strategically plan for the next three years. We had representatives from Kardel staff, family members, Home Share Providers, and people supported.  We were fortunate to have Stacy Barter facilitate the meeting, keep us focused, and on track.  To celebrate we had cake, sparkling apple juice, and a photo booth for fun!  It was a jam-packed day and a great opportunity for people to connect.

Fun hat contest:        

We had a visit from a devil and a princess on Friday at the office.  Amanda and Maddie enjoyed some Halloween treats before setting out on their next adventure.

The Home Share and ISN Program enjoyed a Halloween themed pizza party on Thursday afternoon.

We are seeking part time and full-time Managers to join our team to support adults with developmental disabilities and complex health needs in residential group homes in Victoria and the Saanich Peninsula.  Click here for more information.

Jaime from ISN created some art to contribute to a collaborative magazine for Pandora Arts.  As you can see from the photo, art plays a huge part in Jaime’s life!