by Rob Cottingham | Apr 2, 2009 | Non-profits
It depresses the hell out of me that this is a battle that still needs to be fought: They’re targeting the campaign to youth, which makes some sense. But I hear so many adults using the word “retard” (and “-tard” variants) that I’m... by Rob Cottingham | Dec 19, 2008 | Everything Else
If you or someone you know has an intellectual or developmental disability, then you’re probably already aware of the dire and growing problems faced by B.C. families in this situation as they try to get the services they need: Our members are angry and... by Rob Cottingham | Oct 31, 2006 | Non-profits, Vancouver
One of the most amazing sessions at last May’s Social Change Institute at Hollyhock was a presentation by Vickie Cammack and Al Etmanski of the PLAN Institute for Caring Citizenship. They do amazing work helping families and circles of friends ensure a secure,...