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Disability Employment Awareness Event 2018

Building Inclusive Connections,

One Community at a Time

 
 
 
 
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Mission Statement

"Connecting people to their communities in meaningful ways." WICS supports adults with intellectual disabilities or neurodiversity in forming lasting connections and leading fulfilling lives. Our goal is to empower individuals by fostering self-determination, confidence, and recognition as valued members of their communities.

About WICS

 

WICS (Winder Inclusive Communities Service) is a service that enables adults with disabilities to build meaningful relationships and create fulfilling lives.

 
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Model of Practice

WICS is a non-profit organization that uses a mobile team approach to provide personalized, flexible support. We focus on customer-directed services, encouraging active participation in citizenship and the development of meaningful relationships. Planning is done collaboratively with individuals, ensuring goals are regularly reviewed and adapted to meet their evolving needs.
The organization’s aim is to work with individuals and families to help them become active, engaged members of their community.

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Principles and Practices

WICS operates with a person-centered, non-facility-based approach, prioritizing individual advocacy, wellness, and safety. Our staff are committed to supporting people in creative ways, focusing on belonging and citizenship.

Our Core Principles

 

Self-determination and autonomy in life decisions.

Developing sustainable, unpaid relationships.

Access to information on rights and opportunities

Respect for individuality and unique contributions.

Support for physical, emotional, and material well-being.

Active community participation, free from imposed labels.

Strength-based support for living a fulfilling life.

Opportunity for personal growth and achieving potential.

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Full citizenship with all associated rights and responsibilities.

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"WICS has helped me find a job and make friends that I never thought possible."
 

Corey, Customer

Contact Us

450 Ordze Rd #200, Sherwood Park, AB T8B 0C5

+1-780-449-0494

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