Learning Opportunities

Open Future Learning

Open Future Learning Collaborating with some of the most revolutionary thinkers and leaders in our field, Open Future Learning has created over 500 short films. These powerful and often emotive films are embedded into the contents of each module. The films capture the invaluable experience of these people and inspire the user by bringing the learning to life.

Open Future Learning just launched two new Staff Learning Modules:

Mental Health

Mental health is health. Capturing the experience and perspectives of leading professionals and advocates this module offers a comprehensive insight into mental health. Written by Yona Lunsky this module explores mental health, mental illness and what supporters can do to protect and promote the mental health of the people they assist.

Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogens

Written by Robin Dewy, this module hasbeen created so you can understand the ways in which you may, through your work, become exposed to infectious diseases and how you can protect yourself. Importantly we also explore how you can teach the people you support how to protect themselves from getting or spreading infectious diseases too.

Watch the trailer for the Mental Health module here:

Learning is made easy with a range of multimedia tools that engage the user. This includes interactive graphics that explain abstract concepts, professionally produced films, top animation, quality written content, and audio that is synced to all written content.

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MAPS and PATH Training

Co-facilitating MAPS and PATH as exemplary forms of person centred planning for individuals, friends and family, teams and organizations

Facilitated by Aaron Johannes and Eilidh Nicholson

What is MAP or PATH planning?

PATH is a process in which a facilitator and a graphic facilitator work with a focal person (or organization or team) and their supporters to create a vision of the best possible future, out of which comes a plan that is always “positive” and “possible,” understood by all and no longer mysterious or scary. By the end of the PATH event the focal person or group has communicated where they want to go, what and who they need to support their journey, and how this part of their lives will be part of a bigger future. Those who care about them often say they feel clear, inspired and hopeful afterwards, and are excited to take on action oriented roles. A PATH is a great tool to bring a network together and the “new” PATH processes focus on the development of support networks more than ever!

Eilidh and Aaron, together and with other partners, have been doing Paths for individuals, organizations and teams for more than 20 years collectively and this responsive process continues to surprise and delight them as they watch individuals and tea

What a PATH is:

powerful and empowering
practical and dream-based
communal and individualized
a great way for teams who think they hate “planning” come to life and families get excited about the future. to bring a support network together
a great way to get on the same page
action-oriented

What PATH is not:

a cookie cutter approach
a way to force someone to be part of your plan for them

Who are PATHFINDERS?

individuals who are at a time in their lives when a creative, inspired approach feels right
facilitators looking for a person centred method of planning they can use in a variety of situations
families who want to work together
friends who want to make a difference
committed employers
agency leaders wanting to know what’s optimal so they can do their best work

Over three days together, in a small group, we will…

see a PATH being facilitated by experienced facilitators with opportunities for questions
learn the steps of a PATH
have fun with drawing, even if we think we can’t draw
facilitate a PATH for someone
graphically facilitate a PATH for someone
have a PATH done for ourselves
learn to honor this process as participatory leaders
have fun, get energized and think new thoughts
learn about other person centred planning methods
get a really cool certificate
share our strengths

* there may or may not be dancing penguins involved at this workshop

Have questions about MAPS and PATH Training –

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Inclusion 2020 Conference
May 21-23, 2020
Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
15269 104 Avenue,
Surrey, BC V3R 1N5

Contact: Lesley Patten, Conference Coordinator:

PHONE NUMBER

250-818-9674

EMAIL

lpatten@aspect.bc.ca

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Computer Tutoring for Persons with Disabilities

Computer Comfort provides the perfect starting point for adults with disabilities who want to develop basic computer skills. It offers one-on-one computer tutoring at no cost in a supportive, client-centred environment; a refurbished donated computer for the home, if needed; and ongoing support.

Benefits of the Program:

Free
Self paced, client centred learning
Ongoing technical support
A comfortable and supportive learning environment

Individuals can learn to use:

Microsoft Office software
Email
Internet, including social networking

Munesh Raman
604-473-9363 Toll Free: 1-877-673-4636
muneshr@neilsquire.ca www.neilsquire.ca

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The 7th Biennial Conference on Developmental Disabilities – Health & Wellbeing across the Lifespan

When: November 25 – 27, 2020

Where: The Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC

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