24 ~- Wednesday, November 7, 1990 - North Shore News

Society for disabled embarks on fundraisng drive

TRANSITIONS IS the theme of a direct mail fundraising campaign being undertaken by the North Shore Association for the Physi- cally Handicapped (NSAPH). The theme was chosen because the facilitating of transitions for peo- ple with disabilities is one of the major roles of the association.

been a very positive change in thinking towards peopie with disabilities. There is a much greater focus on ability rather than on disability.

As well, there has been a grad- ual, but steady move towards de- institutionalizing wherever possi- ble. People with disabilities are

into the coin-

munity. Fer many this involves big changes — transitions.

Through = residential programs. family support, occupational therapy, transportation services, recrealion programs and ad- xocacy, the North Shore Associa- tion for the Physically Handi- capped supparts and facilitates these transitions.

Another important transition is one which the association is undergoing itself. In the past, government grants and the United Way have formed the financial base for the NSAPH. Now, with limited funding available and an increasing need for their services, NSAPH is beginning to establish

new ways to fund their programs.

This year’s direct mail campaign is part of that initiative ... it too represents a transition, Just as its clients are making positive changes and gaining self-sufficien- ey and independence, the NSAPH is standing on its own and making positive strides towards financial independence. For more informa- tion call 985-5377,

Over the fast 20 years, there has being integrated

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