Mandate:
-To address matters concerned with programming, integration, and related fund-raising for special needs clients – specifically, adults with intellectual disabilities, or victims of brain trauma (with or without physical disabilities) – and respite for their families.
·To offer meaningful programming adapted to the client’s ability.
·To animate and interact with client’s, pushing the limits of what we/they know they are capable of (within reason).
·To ensure that all services are appropriate and in accordance with Missisquoi North Volunteer Centre (MNVC) policy.
The Day Respite Program:
Terry Stott and Karen Tinker are our animators on Mondays and Wednesdays for the Day Centre respite program.
Twice per week, the group meets at the Youth Centre (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM) where the group enjoys themed exercises, games, crafts activities, guest speakers and more.
Terry, Karen, and their group can also frequently be found taking a walk through the village as they work to integrate clients with the community.
A year put to good use was the result of the efforts made by our Day Centre animators as there was never a wasted moment throughout the year’s programming. Taking advantage of nice days by going for walks in the village or playing outside or, hosting interesting workshops and crafts to the clients when weather was less permitting. Animators note the support of volunteer, Hilary Head and thank her for her dedication and talents in supporting the group and program.
In Conclusion:
Terry and Karen remain devoted to improving the quality of services we offer and continue to find ways of diversifying the program to make things much more exciting for the clients.
Total Participants: 6
Note from the Youth Centre Coordinator:
As the Day Centre (and Ken Jones Centre) continue to develop, we’ve noticed our respite programs are being looked at as a standard for an “ideal” care situation.
Respite programs which offer client’s caretakers a much-needed break during 3 days of each week are few and far between.
Throughout the year, there were many visitors who were intrigued by our services and the fact they were offered at all (hoping to bring back the idea to their communities since, Potton seems to be one of the few places where those suffering with intellectual disabilities AREN’T institutionalized).
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