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COVID-19 Relaunch Plan 2021

COVID-19 has presented many challenges for our communities. For Between Friends it has presented unique challenges especially as it relates to our in-person programming. Our in-person services and programs such as Camp Bonaventure and W.E.S.O.A.R! provide valuable social and recreation opportunities for our members and are greatly missed.  Using teamwork, creativity, and a positive attitude we have been able to adjust and adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, while working to get back to in-person programming as soon as it was safe to do so. The safety of our members and personnel has been at the forefront of our minds during this process and ...

Home-New

Between Friends is in the process of upgrading our website material and appearance to ensure we are more accessible for all. We are in the early stages. Please check out our recent addition of an accessibility widget that allows you to change font size, background, etc. If you are facing any barriers on our website you can help by letting us know. Please contact us with any ideas and suggestions. CONNECT, GROW, BELONG Connecting Between Friends provides unique opportunities for individuals with disabilities to have social interaction with peers who may or may not have a disability Growing Between Friends members ...

Afternoon Tea Between Friends

by: Kelsey Claeys, Event Coordinator I love planning events, all events, but there is something to be said about a brand new event. There is no precedent, I am able to help create the vision and as a collective, we get to experience something brand new for our organization.   On May 24, we will have our first ever High Tea fundraising event, appropriately named, An Afternoon Tea Between Friends. The vision that has been created for this event is one of whimsy and elegance, with a dash of reminiscing about a childhood favourite, Alice in Wonderland.  Joining us for Tea For this year's inaugural event, we are so pleased to have ...

Camp Bonaventure

Between Friends Camp Bonaventure *Camp Bonaventure is an Alberta Camping Association Accredited Camp Important Update: We have made the difficult decision to cancel Camp Bonaventure and offer two alternative summer options that are more likely to be able to run safely this summer.  Rec & Respite: We hope to provide small group summer programming that will provide families with fun and much needed relief this summer. These small respite groups would be all day, in-person, and located at safe community sites.  Click HERE for more informationVirtual Options/Opportunities: We are looking into providing virtual opportunities ...

Between Friends I.C.A.N!

Between Friends I.C.A.N!  Inclusive Community Activities with No Barriers Some of our I.C.A.N! and community partners will be offering summer programming in 2020. Please reach out to your Community Engagement Coordinator if you are registered for a community based program. We can share Accessibility Guides, and offer to brainstorm with their staff on ways to ensure an inclusive and accessible environment for all. Between Friends I.C.A.N! services and camps are suitable for Between Friends members who would like to explore community recreation. Members participate independently in community programs. A Between Friends, Recreation Inclusion ...

Employment Opportunities

Join Our Team! At Between Friends, we are unified in our passion to deliver exceptional social and recreational programming for people of all ages with disabilities. Between Friends is a committed team willing to go the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of individuals and throughout our community. Check below for list of existing & future employment opportunities. Between Friends embraces diversity and talent. We offer competitive salaries and wages to attract and retain quality committed employees. Opportunities for personal and professional development are available with an encouraged emphasis on work/life balance. If you would like ...

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Individual Donations, Monthly, and Planned Giving Inquires: email | 403 296 0257 Corporate Donations & Sponsorship Inquires: email | 403 508 0116 Media & Marketing Inquiries: email | 403 508 0111 Program Registration Line: email | 403 508 0110 Between Friends 205 8989 Macleod Trail S. Calgary, Alberta T2H 0M2 403 269  9133 info@betweenfriends.ab.ca     General Office Hours Monday to Friday : 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturdays/Sundays/Statutory Holidays: Closed Visit us in the Northeast You can also visit us at 1000 Voices in the Genesis Centre - a community and human ...

programs

Between Friends' programs provide unique opportunities for individuals with disabilities to have social interaction with peers who may or may not have a disability. These shared interactions and experiences often become the foundation of understanding and lasting friendships. Social and recreational opportunities provide outlets for self-expression and self-development, promote mental and physical health, improve skills and enhance community participation. These experiences improve participants’ quality of life and also give them a chance to develop a true sense of freedom and independence. program registration information To ...

about us

vision An inclusive community where people with disabilities reach their individual potential and are recognized as valued citizens. mission Between Friends provides quality social, recreation, and development opportunities so that people with disabilities can connect, grow, and belong. values The core values are to be implemented and maintained by the CEO. The core values governing Between Friends are captured in the acronym FRIENDS and guide agency activities and decisions impacting all stakeholders: Fun - We provide opportunities for smiles and laughter with friends Respect - We respect all people and resources Inclusion - We ...

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Kim Presser to be promoted to CEO On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am happy to announce that after an exhaustive search, Kim Presser will be promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Between Friends. Effective September 1st, Kim will replace Suzanne Jackett, who announced her retirement in January of this year. Read more...   Help us #EndIsolation for Everyone Parents fear that without the social stimulation our members get through regular Between Friends programming, their loved ones will regress, losing precious social & communication skills while running the risk of declining mental health. You can help reduce isolation for our ...