Fall programming for: Reaching Independence through Skills and Employment (RISE)
Lethbridge Family Services and its DaCapo Disability Services Department is pleased to launch their new Reaching Independence through Skills and Employment (RISE) program. RISE is a 10-month employment skills-centered certificate program for adults with developmental disabilities. Training is separated into two different methods of learning and will include both in-class sessions and work experience practicums, using a theoretical and practical learning approach.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Must be 18 years of age or older, on or before, the program start date
Diagnosed with a developmental disability
Ready, willing, and able to work. Capable of using public transit
QUICK FACTS
1 in 5 Canadians over the age of 15 years has a disability. (SOURCE: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/89-654-x/89-654-x2018002-eng.htm)
In 2011, the employment rate of Canadians aged 25 to 64 with disabilities was 49%, compared with 79% for Canadians without a disability. (SOURCE: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/75-006-x/2014001/article/14115-eng.htm)
LEARN MORE
For more info about Lethbridge Family Services and RISE program, click here
ABOUT
Lethbridge Family Services is a highly accredited charitable agency which is the largest community social and health services organization in Lethbridge and has been operating since 1910. LFS helps over 8,600 people improve their quality of life on an annual basis with the support of four key Departments; Home Services, Immigrant Services, Counselling, Outreach & Education, and DaCapo Disability Services alongside 380+ employees.
MEDIA INQUIRIES:
Lynette Taal, Program Manager – Community Supports
Lethbridge Family Services
Email: ltaal@lfsfamily.ca | Phone: 403-320-9119
