The Redvers Activity Centre Inc. provides developmental and functional life skills, residential, supported intependent living and supported employment programs to adults with developmental disabilities and/or chronic mental health problems.
Person-centered planning refers to the planning of co-ordingated services to assist the individual to realize his/her dreeams, wishes, goals to enhance his/her quality of life, provide opportunities to learn and develop. Characteristics of services and programs consistent with Person-centered planning:
In 1972, the community of Redvers set precedent by receiving Government approval for an activity centre in a rural setting. Situated 250 kilometers south-east of Regina, the community had previously been home to a residential school for children with intellectual disabilities. As a need for vocational training was identified the school relocated to another community. Many of the individuals attending the activity centre and residing with its residential programs had been students of the school.
By 1979, the Activity Centre was under contract to the Redvers Leather Products to do piece work which included the lacing of leather moccasins and the intricate art of bead work. At peak times 85% of the clients participated in this production and although other options were introduced the contract work continued with some modifications until September of 1995 A day care for the community was operated by the centre from 1978 to 1983.
By 1988 the Board of Directors had realized a need to expand and change services. That year a SARCAN Recycling Depot (part of provincial network) was opened along with the "New to You, Bargain Shop". These two projects became the agencies first exposure to supported employment. Unfortunately the Bargain Shop closed in 1989, however at this time three individuals became involved in community workstations. These workstations provided an opportunity for the participants to learn work sills in real work situations.
may be center based or in the community with emphasis being placed on community participation. Individualized programs will focus on fulfilling each individuals Personal Program Plan and PATH goals. Activities will incorporate social skills/interactions, recreation, life skills, daily living skills, crafts, small projects, horticulture, sensory development, literacy, computer skills, fitness, etc.
will assist participants to obtain and maintain employment in the community or with the agencys Community Ventures (greenhouse, catering, housecleaning, yard maintenance, decoration services, Home-made Perogies). Job coaching is provided by trained coaches. Wages will be based on minimum wage or better.
one of 71 depots in Saskatchewan, under the umbrella of SARCAN Recycling, a Division of S.A.R.C - Saskatchewan Association of Rehabilitation Centres.
The Redvers depot collected 2,275,876 recyclable containers in 2001-2002. SARCAN provides employment for 3 individuals with disabilities.
Eco Oil Recycling is under the umbrella of SARRC, Saskatchewan Association
for Resource Recovery Corp. The Oil Eco Centre is a collection depot for oil,
filters, and oil containers and is located by the SARCAN building.
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Opening was March 5, 2001.
will provide individuals with the opportunity to live in a home environment
with others. Group Home Staff will assist each individual to live as
independently as possible. Each individual will be encouraged to participate in
activities of daily living including menu planning, cooking, shopping,
recreational outtings, sports, attending community events, church and performing
arts, etc. Programs encourage individuals rights, choice and community
participation. We have a variety of group homes to choose from each of the group
homes:
An applicant must be at least eighteen years of age and have a developmental disability or meet the criteria of a specific funding source. Applications may be submitted to the Admission, Review and Discharge Committee by:
All applicants must complete an application form and a medical history. Each applicant and their circle of support will be encourage to tour the facilities, review the Participant Manual and meet the representatives of the ARD committee. Prior to acceptance, funding arrangements will be completed for each applicant by the referring agent.
The program must be seen as being able to meet the needs of the applicant and that is appropriate for her or him. All applicants, as of January 1, 2001, will be asked to sign an "Agreement to Participate".
For more information please contact Marilynn Garnier, the Director of Programs, @ redac@sk.sympatico.ca