July 2020 Meeting: Virtual Presentation with Lyndon and Dean
The July 2nd Aspires meeting featured speakers Dean Svoboda and Lyndon Parakin. Dean is from Autism Aspergers Friendship Society and outlined some of the virtual activities that AAFS is providing to keep ASD people connected during the pandemic. Lyndon Parakin, the executive director of Autism Calgary Association also discussed challenges, responses […]
June 2020 Meeting: Virtual Presentation with Desiree Kameka, Director of Autism Housing Network, USA
An informative discussion about housing and supported living trends and emerging models in the USA. To view/download Meeting Minutes, click here. To watch a recording of the virtual meeting, click here.
May 2020 Meeting: Virtual Discussion
The first Zoom-only Aspires meeting, conducted ‘virtually’. Members share their challenges, coping mechanisms and ideas for Aspires during COVID-19 isolation.
March 2020 Meeting: 3D Technology Used to House Those in Need of Affordable Housing
3D Technology Used to House Those in Need of Affordable Housing. A member of Aspires presented on 3D technology being used worldwide to build low cost housing for vulnerable populations. This meeting included a Powerpoint Presentation, which can be viewed or downloaded here.
February 2020 Meeting: Update on Affordable Housing Opportunities in Calgary
Update of Affordable Housing Opportunities in Calgary. John Seigner, Director of Supported Independent Living at Sinneave gave an update on several new housing opportunities with Homespace.
January 2020 Meeting: Vela Microboard Presentation and Horizon View Evaluation
Linda Perry from Vela Microboards in British Columbia presents a solution used there for lifelong oversight for those who need support. The Horizon View, 6 months post move in evaluation of residents and families experiences is presented.