BCCPD is encouraged by this initiative that became effective on July 8, 2013, which will streamline the application process for youth with developmental disabilities who are accessing disability benefits.

For more information: http://www.communitylivingbc.ca/2013/07/new-process-to-simplify-youth-disability-assistance/

BCCPD has been contacted by a generous donor who recently purchased a house with a wheelchair porch lift that they do not need. The donor wishes to give away the lift for free. The lift is in good working order and appears to be battery powered (battery included). There is no indication of what brand it is or how old it is. Please see below for pictures.

If you interested in the lift, please contact Jane Dyson at the BC Coalition of People with Disabilities at: 604-875-0188.

Fourth International Conference on Families with Parental Mental Health Challenges: Addressing the Needs of the Whole Family

April 25 – April 27, 2014
Ed Roberts Campus, Berkeley, California

Conference Description:

This conference will bring researchers, educators, policy-makers, and providers from across disciplines together with members of the judiciary and those with lived experience. The primary aim is to share knowledge and experience, to advance the rights and highlight the needs of families striving to live well with parental mental health challenges. Related objectives include provision of an interactive forum to discuss common experiences, effective and evidence informed support and advocacy strategies, and contemporary, cutting edge, research.

To view the call for abstracts please visit:
http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/MentalHealth2014/CallForAbstracts.pdf

To submit an abstract, please visit:
http://www.dentistry.ubc.ca/interprofessional/submissionForm.asp?conference_id=30

For more information, please visit the conference website at http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/MentalHealth2014/default.asp. Email marketing.ipce@ubc.ca to get on an enquiry list for updates.