A survey team from CARF International* will be visiting on Wednesday, June 28 to Friday, June 30.
We invited the surveyors to evaluate how well we meet international standards for quality. The survey will tell us what we are doing well and ways we might improve. As a result of this survey, we may earn or continue accreditation.
As part of the survey, the surveyors will interview people who receive services, their families, our staff, and others. Some questions the survey team members might ask people are:
- Do we provide a clean and safe setting?
- Do you receive the services you need and want?
- Are you treated with respect?
- Do you take part in planning your services?
- Are you told what you need to know about your services?
- Are your questions answered in a way you understand?
- Do you know where to go with questions or concerns?
If you would like to talk with one of the survey team members or want to learn more about CARF International, please let one of our staff members know. You may also contact CARF International directly.
- Internet: www.carf.org/contact-us
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Mail: CARF International, 6951 East Southpoint Road, Tucson, AZ 85756, USA
- Telephone: (520) 495-7001
- Fax: (520) 318-1129
Community Ventures Society\’s services were originally surveyed by CARF in the Summer of 2005, and received a three-year accreditation award in the areas of employment and community services. CVS was successful in 3 subsequent surveys, and is currently certified until June 2017 in the following areas of service:
- Community Housing
- Community Integration
- Host Family/Shared Living Services
- Community Housing and Shelters (Children and Adolescents)
- Foster Family and Kinship Care (Children and Adolescents)
- Respite (Children and Adolescents)
- Governance Standards
CARF Canada operates as a private, independent, not-for-profit corporation providing an accreditation program for human services providers. Over the years, CARF International has built a reputation for its respected accreditation practices and is now able to provide well-established accreditation services in the fields of aging services, behavioural health, child and youth services, employment and community services, and medical rehabilitation. In recent years, several Canadian government ministries have endorsed CARF to provide accreditation services to their contracted providers.
Posted: May 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
Notice of Special Resolution – Update of Bylaws
At our CVS Annual General Meeting on June 26th there is a Special Resolution on the Agenda asking CVS Members to approve the updating of our Bylaws to comply with the new Society Act.
The Special Resolution will read as follows:
WHEREAS the directors of the Society have recommended that the bylaws of the society be rescinded in their entirety and replaced with the new Bylaws attached hereto as Schedule \”A\”.
RESOLVED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION THAT
Posted: May 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
CVS Summer Parties
Summer is finally here! After a long winter, with lots of snow and cold weather its now time to enjoy what summer brings. We have 3 events this summer, starting with a lunch-time BBQ at CVS on June 30th from 11:30-1pm. There will be food, music and fun.
The next event is our annual summer picnic at Barnet Marine Park on July 21st from11:30 – 1:30. Again, lots of food, music and games. Every year a water fight has broken out and people get wet! Maybe you should bring a towel..
In August there is another CVS lunch-time BBQ on August 25th from 11:30 – 1:00.
To start off the Fall, mark your calendar for September 14th for a CVS Pub Night at the Burrard Public House that creates an inclusive and safe space for people to get a burger and a beer. Posters and tickets will be ready in August.
Posted: May 25, 2017 by cvsadmin
Accreditation Survey Coming to CVS
A survey team from CARF International* will be visiting on Wednesday, June 28 to Friday, June 30.
We invited the surveyors to evaluate how well we meet international standards for quality. The survey will tell us what we are doing well and ways we might improve. As a result of this survey, we may earn or continue accreditation.
As part of the survey, the surveyors will interview people who receive services, their families, our staff, and others. Some questions the survey team members might ask people are:
If you would like to talk with one of the survey team members or want to learn more about CARF International, please let one of our staff members know. You may also contact CARF International directly.
Community Ventures Society\’s services were originally surveyed by CARF in the Summer of 2005, and received a three-year accreditation award in the areas of employment and community services. CVS was successful in 3 subsequent surveys, and is currently certified until June 2017 in the following areas of service:
CARF Canada operates as a private, independent, not-for-profit corporation providing an accreditation program for human services providers. Over the years, CARF International has built a reputation for its respected accreditation practices and is now able to provide well-established accreditation services in the fields of aging services, behavioural health, child and youth services, employment and community services, and medical rehabilitation. In recent years, several Canadian government ministries have endorsed CARF to provide accreditation services to their contracted providers.
Posted: May 25, 2017 by cvsadmin
News from Inclusion BC
Nanaimo teacher disciplined for locking autistic boy in storage room
By NanaimoNewsNOW Staff, May 24, 2017
A Nanaimo-Ladysmith Public Schools substitute teacher has been suspended after admitting to locking a six-year-old autistic boy inside a storage room.
Alberta legislature unanimously approves creation of disability advocate
James Wood, Calgary Herald, Published on: May 24, 2017
The Alberta legislature voted unanimously Wednesday to create the new position of disability advocate within the government.
WATCH: Parents say union creates classroom challenges for special needs kids
By Nadia Stewart Videojournalist Global News
Nicole Kaler’s 16-year-old daughter, Maya, has autism and she’s thriving at school. However, her mom says that success comes after years of fighting.
Five startling things Betsy DeVos just told Congress
Valerie Strauss May 24 at 4:34 PM Washington Post
Order of Canada book recognizes disability advocate Geraldine Braak Milestone collection highlights longtime Powell River resident Ionatan Waisgluss
Powell River Peak May 24, 2017 08:00 AM
Powell River resident Geraldine Braak recently received a new book in the mail, a publication in which she and 49 other Canadians are celebrated for their contributions on a national level.
The Price of ‘Disability Denial’
Opinion, New York Times, Catherine Kudlick, May 24, 2017
It was 1989 and I was immersed in my first teaching job, a one-year gig at Barnard College, with the possibility of something long-term.
Posted: May 25, 2017 by cvsadmin
CVS 2017 Annual General Meeting – June 26
Our 2017 Annual General Meeting will be held on June 26th @ 4:00 PM at 2322 St. Johns Street. We have attached a CVS Membership Form if you wish to become a member of CVS. The cost is only $5. We are interested in growing our membership base to make a stronger and more resilient CVS. Members are able to participate in our AGM and other events.
The Agenda for the Annual General Meeting is as follows:
Posted: May 25, 2017 by cvsadmin
2016/2017 CVS Outcomes Management Report
Every year we survey the people we serve, their families, our staff and our stakeholders to see how they feel about our service from the lenses of effectiveness, efficiency, access, and satisfaction. In addition we ask what we are doing well and how we might improve. All of this data gets analyzed and folded into a report that we call the Outcomes Management Report. We want to share that information, so if you are interested you can see the Outcomes ManagementReport here.
Posted: April 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
It\’s Spring and Time to Cut the Lawn!
The Ventures Lawn Crew are ready to come and look after your lawn. It\’s only $40 for most lawns including raking and clean up. Your yard will look great. Call or text Norm at 604.379.5094 for a free estimate and to schedule your time.
Posted: April 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
In The News from Inclusion BC
Ontario suit alleges people with developmental disabilities denied services
PAOLA LORIGGIO TORONTO — The Canadian Press
Published Monday, Apr. 24, 2017
Lawsuit filed by Timmins family alleges people with developmental disabilities denied necessary services
Class-action lawsuit alleges unreasonable wait lists deny care to people with disabilities
By Paola Loriggio, The Canadian Press Posted: Apr 24, 2017
Yona Lunsky and Rob Balogh: People with developmental disabilities are invisible in the mental-health system
The Province, Published:April 22, 2017
With the recent federal commitment to increase mental-health funding across Canada, we need to turn our attention toward a group of individuals who are currently invisible within Canada’s mental-health system…
TV debate marks show time for B.C. election; parties look to turn on voters
Dirk Meissner, The Canadian Press
Published Tuesday, April 25, 2017 6:23AM EDT
VICTORIA — It\’s show time in British Columbia\’s election campaign with Wednesday\’sdebate between the three party leaders offering a high-stakes chance to leave a mark on the campaign with about two weeks to the finish line.
Accessibility activists want to ditch iconic symbol highlighting the wheelchair, not the person
The Forward Movement pushing the province to adopt dynamic wheelchair symbol
By Lauren Pelley, CBC News Posted: Apr 24, 2017
A Syrian Family Finds Acceptance for their Disabled Children through Canadian Resettlement
Apr 23, 2017 | Feature Story, Local Story
By Erla Cabrera, Ottawa, Canada – 24 April 2017
A Syrian mother recalls the warm welcome received upon her family’s arrival
‘If You’re Not Going to Reduce Poverty When You Have a Strong Economy, When Are You Going to Do It?’
BC can learn from Newfoundland’s efforts, says advocate.
By Katie Hyslop Yesterday | TheTyee.ca
‘Heartbreaking’: Medical standoff leaves man with cerebral palsy stranded at hospital for weeks
Washington Post By Theresa Vargas April 21
Alex Scott cannot speak.
If he could, he might be able to answer a crucial question that has pitted the people who speak for him against one another and left him stranded in a Northern Virginia hospital for three weeks.
Disclaimer: The views, opinions and conclusions expressed in these articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Inclusion BC or the staff.
Posted: April 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
BC Election 2017
BC Election 2017: TV Leaders Debate – Weds, Apr. 26
Question 2: How would your party address the chronic shortfall in CLBC funding and the need for an independent external review of CLBC?
Advancing inclusion in BC Election 2017:
Our BC Election 2017 Toolkit has info and tips to help you make a difference when BC votes on May 9, including:
Posted: April 26, 2017 by cvsadmin
Brain Injury Film Festival May 17, 24 & 31. It\’s Free!
Check out the Brain Injury Film Festival on May 17, 24 & 31 at Douglas College New Westminster Campus, Lecture Theatre N2201 from 7-9 pm. Also check out their Facebook Page.
Upcoming Events