What did you want to be when you grew up?
Luca* thought he would never get to experience the taste of success. He wasn’t encouraged to dream about his future. Because Luca has an intellectual disability. As a high school student, Luca felt he had no options for his future. When asked how he felt about college, Luca says simply, “I … [Read more...] about What did you want to be when you grew up?
Unique Dance Program for Members of the PEI ACL and Autism Society of PEI
The Town of Stratford in partnership with Dance Stars Academy, and support through Artist in Resident program are offering a unique dance program for members of the PEI ACL and/or the Autism Society of PEI. If your son or daughter have an interest in dance and want to further develop their … [Read more...] about Unique Dance Program for Members of the PEI ACL and Autism Society of PEI
Job Posting: Labour Market Facilitator: JOB FILLED
The PEI Association for Community Living (PEI ACL) is seeking a Labour Market Facilitator for its Ready Willing and Able project. Full time contractual position until September 2017 The PEI ACL in partnership with the Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) and the Canadian Autism … [Read more...] about Job Posting: Labour Market Facilitator: JOB FILLED
Frank Driscoll, Past President, Alexandra PEI
I am the parent of a young woman who lives with a developmental disability. I originally came to the PEI Association for Community Living for advice on how to navigate the "System" in an effort to put appropriate supports in place for her to live in the community as a productive citizen. I was … [Read more...] about Frank Driscoll, Past President, Alexandra PEI
Bolaji Lukman, Director at Large
I am an advocate of helping people either through volunteering work or by other means without expecting anything in return. It is an intriguing opportunity to be part of PEIACL and the community as a whole .I have had a couple of volunteer experiences with United Nations High Commission for Refugees … [Read more...] about Bolaji Lukman, Director at Large
Martha MacLean, Past President, Brudenell, PE
My first involvement with the PEI ACL was when I was looking for information on the Disability Support Program regarding my daughter, Margaret, who is now 12 with Down Syndrome. The knowledge and support we received as a family from the Association made me feel more educated and empowered. This … [Read more...] about Martha MacLean, Past President, Brudenell, PE
Callie Wood, Director at Large – self advocate
Callie Joy Wood and I live in Lower Montague, PE I was asked if I would be interested in serving on the board representing Self-Advocates by a friend who currently sits on the Board. I like attending the meetings and feel it is important to be a part of the decision-making process. … [Read more...] about Callie Wood, Director at Large – self advocate