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# Calgary Alternative Support Services

Diverse and inclusive communities where all members are engaged and valued– this is the vision of Calgary Alternative Support Service.

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- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-11/) - July, 2026 Report Spring (1)Download
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-10/) - CASS June, 2026 Report Spring (1)Download
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-9/) - CASS May Report SpringDownload
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-8/) - CASS Report Spring (2)Download
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-7/) - March 2026 CASS NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-6/) - February 2026 CASS NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-5/) - _2026 NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-4/) - _2025 Newsletter (2)Download
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-3/) - November Issue _2025 Newsletter (1)Download
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-2/) - _2025 NewsletterDownload
- [CASS Report September 2025](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-report-september-2025/) - CASS Report September 2025 Edition September 2025 NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report/) - June 2025 NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report May Edition](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-may-edition/) - The CASS Report May 2025 NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report April 2025](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-april-2025/) - Our monthly newsletter The CASS Report for April 2025 is available below. Check it out to see what's happening at Calgary Alternative Support Services! The CASS Report - April 2025Download
- [March 2025 Newsletter](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/march-2025-newsletter/)
- [Celebrating a Partnership: Two Small Men with Big Hearts](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/celebrating-a-partnership-two-small-men-with-big-hearts/) - Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) is thrilled to celebrate the incredible partnership we have built with Two Small Men with Big Hearts Moving Company. Over the past two years, this compassionate and community-minded company has generously donated their moving services for 19 CASS client moves — a gift that has made a world of difference.
- [We are Excited to Share the CASS 2024-2026 Strategic/Sustainability Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2024-2026-strategic-sustainability-plan/) - The Senior Leadership Team of Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) met over the course of two days in March 2024 and developed the CASS 2024-2026 Strategic/Sustainability Plan to set the agency's strategic objectives for the next two years. Read more about the process and view the plan in this post.
- [CASS Ceasing Operations at Stepping Stone Manor](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-ceasing-operations-at-stepping-stone-manor/) - The partnership between CASS and HomeSpace Society at Stepping Stone Manor is coming to an end as of July 31, 2024.
- [CASS Response to COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/covid19/) - CASS Senior Leadership is closely monitoring the situation with respect to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic and following the recommendations of Alberta Health Services, Health Canada, and the World Health Organization. While the risk in Alberta remains low at this time, the risk is rising and the situation is very fluid. CASS is taking significant
- [CASS Client Advisory Council is looking for New MEMBERS!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-client-advisory-council-is-looking-for-new-members/) - CASS has been helping people with disabilities make community connections for more than 35 years. CASS provides support to people to live, work, learn, and contribute their unique strengths and talents to our community. Getting help with living, working, and connecting with others has its up and downs. Sometimes things work out great – like
- [Now Accepting Registrations for the Friendships and Dating Winter Session](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/now-accepting-registrations-for-the-friendships-and-dating-winter-session/) - Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) is now accepting registrations for the 2024 winter session of our Friendships and Dating course for individuals receiving services at CASS. Boundaries, friendships, dating, and sex, are important for everyone. This course provides participants with knowledge and skill sets to help them navigate these complicated subjects. The Friendships and Dating
- [Rebooting the CASS Friendships and Dating Course](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/rebooting-the-cass-friendships-and-dating-course/) - After a long break we are excited to announce the re-launch of our popular Friendships and Dating course for individuals receiving services at Calgary Alternative Support Services.
- [The CASS Report July 2023](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-july-2023/) - In July's Newsletter, you'll find Stampeded safety tips, Canada day events, information about the CASS Diner Club, staff training, and more. July-2023-NewsletterDownload
- [The CASS Report June 2023](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-june-2023/) - In June's Newsletter, you'll find info on our Client Advisory Council, staff training, and some tips on sun safety The-CASS-Report-June-2023-1-1Download
- [The CASS Report May 2023](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-may-2023/) - Check out May's Newsletter for info on staff training, CET, and June Dinner Club details The-CASS-Report-May-2023Download
- [CASS Client Advisory Council Looking for New Members!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-client-advisory-council-looking-for-new-members/) - The CASS Client Advisory Council is a group of individuals receiving services at CASS. The group meets on a regular basis to discuss their experience w/ CASS supports & to share ideas how services can be improved. The Client Advisory Council is looking for new participants. Do you want to LEARN more about CASS and
- [The CASS Report April 2023](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-april-2023/) - Happy Spring! In April's issue of the CASS Report, you'll find info on Dinner Club, upcoming CET, and staff training The-CASS-Report-April-2023Download
- [The CASS Report January 2023](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-january-2023/) - Happy New Year! In the first Newsletter of the year, you'll find more info on our CET accreditation this spring, resources for seasonal depression, and some upcoming staff training dates. The-CASS-Report-January-2023Download
- [The CASS Report December 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-december-2022/) - Check out December's newsletter for info on our accreditation process (CET), where to see Christmas light displays, and staff training! The-CASS-Report-December-2022Download
- [The CASS Report November 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-november-2022/) - Take a moment to peruse the November newsletter for info on daylight savings time, tips on stress management, and ways to celebrate Remembrance Day The-CASS-Report-November-2022Download
- [The CASS Report October 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-october-2022/) - In this month's issue of the CASS Report, we have some exciting news about our return to normal operations at the office, staff training, and some tips on phone safety. The-CASS-Report-October-2022Download
- [Things to do in YYC this October](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-october/) - Pumpkin Fest Oct 8th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Cost is $5.00 Bluegrass Nursery is hosting their 19th annual Pumpkin Fest in support of the Children's Hospital. This is a family friendly event with heaps to do. There will be hay rides, food trucks, petting zoo, pumpkin smash, straw maze and more. Pumpkins After Dark
- [Things to do in Calgary this September](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-calgary-this-september/) - Calgary Pride Festival August 26th - Sep 5th Many activities are happening this week. Please visit www.calgarypride.ca for more info. A day to highlight is: Sept 4th which will host the Pride Parade along 9th ave at 11am Fiesta Filipino Sept 2nd & 4th starting at 10am each day Location: Olympic Plaza: Come down to
- [The CASS Report September 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-september-2022/) - Check out September's Issue of the CASS Report for information on how to enter a draw for free Stampeders tickets, tips on how to avoid getting sick, and information on fall personal development programs. The-CASS-Report-September-2022Download
- [The CASS Report August 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-august-2022/) - Check out the August edition of the CASS Report for tips about how to beat the summer heat, Calgary's outdoor pools, staff training opportunities, and more! August-NewsletterDownload
- [Things to do in YYC This August](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-august/) - Free Music at the Plaza Heritage Park Come enjoy free music featuring up and coming local talent every Wednesday night at 6pm this month. This event will run rain or shine. Please visit the Heritage Park website for more details. Dragon Boat Festival Friday 5th: 5pm-10pm, Sat 6th & Sunday 7th: 7am-10pm Taking Place at
- [Community Support: Lessons Learned](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/community-support-lessons-learned/) - I started working at CASS in late August of 2013. A friend had suggested I apply to the day program, as I had been looking for work that wouldn’t suck my soul. I ended up getting the job as a Community Support Worker (CSW), and had a caseload of diverse individuals that taught me so
- [Things to do in YYC this July](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-july/) - Festivals Indigenous Pop-Up Concert July 1 from 8:00pm-10:00pm Free outdoor Indigenous Concert featuring Wendy Walker and The Reconciliation Tribe and special guests to be announced. Where: Bridgeland Riverside Community Association Cost: FREE Latin Festival July 22-24 Olympic Plaza Festival is a free and family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture. Cost
- [Admin Team Interview: Lisa Kennedy](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-lisa-kennedy/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Lisa Kennedy and I am the Payroll Specialist at CASS. I have been at CASS since March 2020. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? I am currently working as the Lead
- [National Indigenous People's Day Events](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/national-indigenous-peoples-day-events/) - Opening Ceremonies June 4th Where: Central Memorial Park 1:00pm - 4:00pm This event will kick off with Singers, Drummers, Dancers to showcase the heritage and culture of the Indigenous Community. Stew and Fry bread will be served. This event is in partner with Calgary Public Library. Click Here for more details: Indigenous Variety Showcase This
- [Things to do in YYC this June](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-this-june-in-yyc/) - Lilac Festival June 5th on 4th street sw Enjoy free music, check out the vendors and enjoy some great eats all along the way. Here are all the details: https://lilacfestival.net/ Humainologie's Empathy Week Festival June 1st to 7th A week-long festival that highlights our diversity and how we can be empathetic towards each other’s, culture,
- [The CASS Report June 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-june-2022/) - Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in their role at CASS? How about a recipe for Bannock? Interested in winning some tickets to a Stamps game? You'll have to check out the June issue of the CASS Report to find out more! The-CASS-Report-June-2022Download
- [Admin Team Interview: Sylvie Turcotte](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-sylvie-turcotte/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Sylvie Turcotte. I started with CASS on March 28, 2022 as an Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk. What experience do you have providing direct support to people if any (doesn’t need to be in a work capacity, it
- [The CASS Report May 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-may-2022/) - In this newsletter issue, you'll find information on how to protect yourself from phishing scams, staff training, and details on our upcoming move! The-CASS-Report-May-2022Download
- [Things to do in YYC this May](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-may/) - Cinco de Mayo This event will be on May 6th (not actual day of) where you will enjoy a family friendly event being held at the Cedarbrae Community Association. There you will be celebrate the wonderful and unique Mexican Culture. This is a ticketed event, and you will enjoy food, games, dancing and more. Tickets
- [CASS' Main Office is Moving! And Lessons Learned About the Importance of Putting Accessibility First](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-main-office-is-moving/) - CASS is excited to announce that we are moving our main office to a new location! After 10 years at our current location it is time for a change. The CASS Senior Leadership Team has spent a considerable amount of time with the assistance of Avison Young's Calgary branch to find the perfect new location
- [CASS 2022-2024 Strategic/Sustainability Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2022-2024-strategic-sustainability-plan/) - The CASS Senior Leadership Team held a two day strategic planning session in early March 2022 where we reviewed the CASS 2022 Employee Engagement Survey, the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan, and our progress to date towards the implementation of that plan. In addition to the above, the strategic plan for 2022-2024 was informed by input provided by
- [Admin Team Interview: Roma Kebede](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-roma-kebede/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Roma Kebede, I am the HR Generalist at CASS. I have been in this role since January 2020. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? Previous to my current position I was
- [Admin Team Interview: Matthew Atkins](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-matthew-atkins/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Matthew (Matt) Atkins and I’ve been working in my current role as Human Resources Administrator since January 2020. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? I started my career with CASS as
- [The CASS Report April 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-april-2022/) - Check out April's Issue of The CASS Report for some info on pet ownership, tax season resources, upcoming stats, and staff training! The-CASS-Report-April-2022Download
- [Admin Team Interview: Amy Thomas](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-amy-thomas/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Amy Thomas and I’m currently the Program Coordinator for CAPSH and have been in this position (albeit with different titles) for almost 4 years. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? I’ve
- [Things to do in YYC this April](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-april/) - Cineplex $3 Movies Weekends at Cineplex Movie Theaters offer- $3 movies for everyone. Specific movie titles will be offered at this discounted price. Stories & S'mores Visit Fort Calgary on April 23rd for Storyteller Nicole Henbrey, will be telling the many fascinating histories of the different people who lived on the very site (Fort Calgary).
- [Admin Team Interview: Terry Ginther](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-terry-ginther/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? Terry Ginther, I am the reception relief and have been working in that position since 2012. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? I covered off for Money Matters in the past and am currently
- [Admin Team Interview: Tara Deschner](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/admin-team-interview-tara-deschner/) - What’s your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Tara Deschner, and I have been at reception for Calgary Alternative Support Services for 14 years this year. What other roles have you had in the agency if any? As Administration Staff have come and gone over
- [Director Interview: Mickey Ferguson](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-mickey-ferguson/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Mickey Ferguson, Director of CAPSH. I have been with CASS for 10 years and 9 months. The CAPSH program was created a couple of years ago to encompass Langin Place and Stepping Stone Manor, which
- [Director Interview: Mylaine Tsaprailis](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-mylaine-tsaprailis/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Mylaine Tsaprailis, Chief Executive Officer at Calgary Alternative Support Services. I have been in this role since July 2019. What other roles have you had with the agency? I began my journey at CASS in
- [Director Interview: Radost Alexandrov](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-radost-alexandrov/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Radost Alexandrov and I have been with CASS since December 2008. Currently my role at CASS is Director of Finance. What other roles have you had with the agency? I have held different positions over
- [The CASS Report March 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-march-2022/) - In this month's issue of the newsletter, you'll find some information on how to support the deaf community in conversation, mental health resources, tips on how to to make daylight savings easier, and upcoming training. The-CASS-Report-March-2022Download
- [Things to do in YYC this March](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-march/) - March 21, 2022 Is World Down Syndrome Day. Wear your fun, funky and wildly colourful socks to show your support. Birding Join a local bird watching group and learn about the many local birds to our area. Meet Ups are held regularly and the cost is $10 to non-members, and free to members. Visit: www.allevents.in/calgary/birding-68th-street-wetlands/
- [Director Interview: Kyle Maclean](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-kyle-maclean/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Kyle Maclean, Director of Operations at Calgary Alternative Support Services. I have been in this role for approximately 3.5 years. What other roles have you had with the agency? Previous to my current position I
- [Director Interview: Tracey Reece](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-tracey-reece/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? My name is Tracey Reece, Executive Director at Calgary Alternative Support Services. I have been in this role since July 1, 2019. What other roles have you had with the agency? My employment with Calgary Alternative Support Services
- [Director Interview: Stacy Schikowsky](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/director-interview-stacy-schikowsky/) - What is your name, title and how long have you been working in your current role here? I am Stacy Schikowsky, I am an Executive Director and Shareholder of CASS, I have held this role since July 1, 2019. What other roles have you had with the agency? In December of 2003, I started my
- [CASS is Purchasing Annual Memberships in the Alberta Disability Workers Association (ADWA) for Staff](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-is-purchasing-annual-memberships-in-the-alberta-disability-workers-association-adwa-for-staff/) - Calgary Alternative Support Services is excited to announce that the agency is purchasing annual memberships for the Alberta Disability Workers Association (ADWA) for the vast majority of CASS employees. In order to be eligible, CASS employees must; work in a CASS program area primarily focused on providing supports to people with disabilities (i.e. CARS, CADO,
- [The CASS Report February 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-february-2022/) - Check out February's newsletter for tips on making a self soothe box, a local artist spotlight, and upcoming training! The-CASS-Report-Febryary-2022Download
- [Things to do in YYC this February.](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/things-to-do-in-yyc-this-february/) - Links and Text version below Images BLACK HISTORY MONTH The Calgary Public Library has a wide range of books, audios and programs taking place this month highlighting five key and influential Black Albertans. There are several videos you can watch from home to make note of during February. The U of C is also hosting
- [The CASS Report January 2022](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-january-2022/) - Happy New Year! Check out this month's newsletter for information on training, How to prevent frostbite, and some tips on ways to prioritize yourself in 2022 The-CASS-Report-January-2022Download
- [Vaccine Safety and Efficacy Town Hall for CASS Staff](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/vaccine-safety-and-efficacy-town-hall-for-cass-staff/) - As part of our ongoing engagement with all CASS Community members on the subject of vaccination for COVID-19, we are proud to announce that CASS will be hosting a virtual town hall for CASS staff with Community Outreach Manager Margaret Pateman, and Dr. Jia Hu from 19 to Zero (https://www.19tozero.ca/) next week on Thursday December 2nd
- [2021 International Day of Persons with Disabilities](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/2021-international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/) - In honour of International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2021, I can't believe it's been forty-six years since my injury, thirty-four years since Rick Hansen completed his history making – the Man in Motion World Tour. Thirty-one years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law in the US., and twenty-nine years that the United
- [The CASS Report December 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-december-2021/) - In this month's issue, we'd like to wish you all happy holidays! The December newsletter features lots of excellent information, trivia, and upcoming training. Don't forget to take some time to answer the year end review questions to be posted in the New Year. The-CASS-Report-December-2021Download
- [The CASS Report November 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-november-2021/) - In this month's newsletter, you'll find information on upcoming Remembrance Day events, committee updates, and staff training. The-CASS-Report-2021-11-01Download
- [The CASS Report October 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-october-2021/) - In October's issue of The CASS Report, you'll find info on how to vote for the upcoming municipal election, as well as information on some of the platforms that mayoral candidates are presenting. As always, there is also info on upcoming staff training! The-CASS-Report-2021-10-04Download
- [The CASS Report September 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-september-2021/) - Check out September's issue of The CASS Report for information on how to get your hands on some FREE Punctuation Association E books, staff training, and information on the National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The-CASS-Report-2021-09-01-2Download
- [The CASS Report August 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-august-2021/) - In August's issue of the Cass Report, you'll find info on how to get your hands on new issues of the Punctuation Association, a good news story from CADO, and upcoming staff training The-CASS-Report-2021-08-01Download
- [The CASS Report July 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-july-2021/) - Check out our new and improved Newsletter! In July's issue, read about a good news story, how to put together a healthy meal, and of course, information on upcoming staff training. The-CASS-Report-2021-07-01Download
- [CASS 2020-2021 Annual General Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2020-2021-annual-general-report/) - It is our great pleasure to share with everyone the CASS 2020-2021 Annual General Report. The 2020-2021 fiscal year was a year unlike any other ever experienced in Calgary Alternative Support Services 33 year history. While it has been challenging, those challenges also created incredible opportunities for growth and development for the entire CASS community.
- [The CASS Report June 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-june-2021/) - In June's edition of the CASS newsletter, you'll find information on vaccine safety, tips on getting a good night sleep, and details of upcoming training. The-CASS-Report-2021-06-01Download
- [DVD Donation Drive](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/dvd/) - We need your old DVDs! Last year in response to the covid-19 pandemic our Permanent Supportive Housing program CAPSH, which supports people who have experienced chronic homelessness, applied for a grant to purchase DVD players for the tenants they support. This innovative idea was developed in order to meet the needs of the residents of
- [Summer 2021 - Plan on it!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/summer-2021-plan-on-it/) - Happy Sunny Day, CASS family! With the warmer weather we've had lately, I've found myself thinking more and more about summer in Calgary 2021. I started imagining the vegetables I'd like to plant in my garden, the hikes I'd like to walk, and the annual summer events I'd enjoy with my family this summer. These
- [Disability Services Virtual Job Fair](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/disability-services-virtual-job-fair/) - Calgary Alternative Support Services along with URSA, New Age Services and Calgary Scope Society will be hosting a Virtual Job Fair for Disability Services on Thursday May 27th 2021. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities? Join us! You'll have opportunities to learn about URSA, New Age Services,
- [The CASS Report May 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-may-2021/) - In May's edition of the CASS Report, you'll find info on vaccinations, upcoming training, and how to get your hands on some activity packages. The-CASS-Report-2021-05-01Download
- [Covid-19 Vaccine Information Update](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/covid-19-vaccine-information-update/) - Update: The Government of Alberta has just announced that Phase 2C has just been expanded to include all frontline disability support staff effective April 30th at 08:00 as communicated in the following release: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=780503162D536-D374-A9C3-0A8666521534684B There have been some exciting developments on the covid-19 vaccine front that we wanted to share with the CASS community. As
- [Visualization for Success](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/visualization-for-success/) - It's not just for daydreamers. Professional athletes do it. Public speakers do it. I bet you've done it once or twice. Visualization. One powerful tool for achieving success in the future. Happy Sunny Day, CASS friends! Have you ever had to have a serious and sensitive discussion with someone and worried about it going well?
- [A little self-soothing goes a long way](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/a-little-self-soothing-goes-a-long-way/) - I'm finding myself struggling a bit through this month of February. I think it's a combination of the bitter cold and the continuing restrictions on gathering. I got together with friends this past weekend to enjoy a socially distanced YYC hot chocolate, but I couldn't hear well as my friend spoke through her mask two
- [CASS 2021-2022 Strategic Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2021-2022-strategic-plan/) - The CASS Senior Leadership Team held a two day strategic planning session in early March 2021 where we reviewed the CASS 2021 Employee Engagement Survey, the 2020-2021 Strategic Plan, and our progress to date towards the implementation of that plan. The CASS Senior Leadership Team also completed an analysis of CASS' Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and
- [The DEARMAN skill for effective goal-oriented communication](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-dearman-skill-for-effective-goal-oriented-communication/) - Welcome to a new week! Hope you all enjoyed a relaxing weekend! In my last blog article, I brought up the topic of managing conflict and outlined some conflict management styles. Did you have a moment to think about whether you tend to approach conflict as a turtle, mouse, tiger or owl? One of our
- [Are you a turtle, a mouse, a tiger or an owl?](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/are-you-a-turtle-a-mouse-a-tiger-or-an-owl/) - I thought we could talk about managing conflict today. All of us manage conflict in unique ways. We've learned conflict management strategies from our families, friends, and professionals in our lives. Some of the strategies we've learned work well for us, and others don't. Some strategies work well in some situations and not others. The
- [The CASS Report March 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-march-2021/) - Check out the March edition of our newsletter for information on upcoming training, resources for mental health support, as well as some resources and information on tax season. The-CASS-Report-2021-03-01-1Download
- [What do you need to move forward?](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/what-do-you-need-to-move-forward/) - Hello Friends! As you move into another cold week of February, what do you need? Taking a moment to scan your body, how do you feel? Scanning your mind, what are your thoughts and emotions? Some of us might be feeling like we need to vent a little steam. Some of us might be needing
- [Laughter RX](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/laughter-rx/) - Hey everyone, When's the last time you had a good laugh? Not just a chuckle, but one of those deep, from-the-belly, howling laughs? How long has it been since someone said or did something so funny you just couldn't stop yourself from laughing hysterically? Do you find yourself smiling even remembering those times? Laughter is
- [The CASS Report February 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-february-2021/) - Check out this month's edition of our newsletter, the CASS Report for information on upcoming training events, upcoming Wellness Wednesdays Drop-In Workshops, and how to avoid scams. The-CASS-Report-2021-02-01Download
- [Leaning in to Winter](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/leaning-in-to-winter/) - Good winter morning, everyone! Here we are, knee-deep in a Canadian winter. Again. For me, every year, the months leading up to February are kind of like being on a roller coaster, click-clacking ever-so-slowly along the upward sloping section of track, in anticipation of the peak, and then the pause..... (can you hear the shark
- [Thank You Caregivers!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/thank-you-caregivers/) - Good morning Caregivers! I want to take this opportunity today to focus on YOU. As members of CASS, you are people supporting people. You are CAREGIVERS. And you may be caregivers in a number of roles, paid and unpaid, such as support workers, support home providers, parents, friends, neighbours, and/or children of aging parents. During
- [Courage to Move through the Fear](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/courage-to-move-through-the-fear/) - There's a lot of anxiety going around right now. Fear of following the COVID-19 protocols, worry about catching germs, and apprehension about what the future holds. A normal reaction to anxiety is to avoid that which we are afraid of. Afraid of bears? Don't go hiking in Kananaskis! Afraid of elevators? Take the stairs! Afraid
- [Letting Go of 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/letting-go-of-2020/) - Greetings everyone! Happy New year!! Here we are, in the first week of 2021. How have you been processing the end of 2020? Have you found yourself already forgetting some experiences of this difficult year, yet clinging to other experiences? To move from one season and in to the next requires us to let go.
- [The CASS Report January 2021](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-january-2021/) - Happy new year! The January 2021 edition of the CASS Report contains a recipe for you to try out as well as important Health and Safety tips to keep in mind for the winter months ahead and information about upcoming training dates. The-CASS-Report-2021-01-01Download
- [Kindness Matters](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/kindness-matters/) - Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.Dalai Lama The Coronavirus Pandemic has taught us much. For better or for worse. In some instances, it has taught the value of togetherness, compassion, sharing, and kindness. In others, it has increased feelings of fear, scarcity, and mistrust. It's easy to get caught up in the complaining,
- [CASS Senior Leadership Team 2020 Season's Greetings](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-senior-leadership-team-2020-seasons-greetings/) - Dear CASS colleagues, friends and family It is with warm thoughts that we say, Season's Greeting and Happy Holidays! We are looking forward to all of the opportunities that 2021 will bring and will not forget what 2020 has taught us. Be kind, be caring and appreciate each other. Please enjoy our virtual Holiday Greetings.
- [Season's Greetings from the CASS Employment Team](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/seasons-greetings-from-the-cass-employment-team/) - As 2020 comes to a close, our Calgary Alternative Employment Services (CAES) team shares this video with season's greetings.
- [Journalling](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/journalling/) - I've been hearing a new term lately: "surge capacity". Have you heard it, too? Apparently, it's our human ability to activate our physical and mental resources to help us survive and thrive during a finite crisis. I bet we all tapped in to our surge capacity at the onset of the pandemic when we immediately
- [Doing Life Mindfully](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/doing-life-mindfully/) - Welcome to December, friends! As we move into this last month of the year, we are faced, yet again, with the reminder of how starkly different this December will be compared to others before it. What are your holiday traditions and how will these be affected by the increased social distancing protocols, gathering restrictions, and
- [The CASS Report - December 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-december-2020/) - The December 2020 edition of the CASS Report is hot off the processor. This edition contains information about upcoming training for staff, an important holiday announcement from CASS, tips for holiday safety and more. December-Newsletter-2020-12-01Download
- [Taking a Look at Our Values](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/taking-a-look-at-our-values/) - Good morning Beautiful people! What do you value about the winter season? The beautiful falling snow, the crisp temperatures, the fact that every single snowflake is unique, the return of the eggnog latte? haha. I appreciate winter for its invitation to snuggle up in a blanket on the couch with a cup of hot tea
- [Radical Acceptance](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/radical-acceptance/) - Here in Calgary, we're in the middle of navigating a 2-week period of targeted health measures with enhanced restrictions to social gatherings. We are halfway through and alot of people are saying it's just going to get more restrictive. Are you feeling, like me, overwhelmed with uncertainty and lack of control? That no matter how
- [Challenging our Unhelpful Thinking Habits](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/challenging-our-unhelpful-thinking-habits/) - Hello and welcome to a new week! Last week we reviewed 5 cognitive distortions, a.k.a. unhelpful thinking habits. During the last seven days, did you notice any of these creating a problem for you? Did you have a chance to sit down and pay attention to your thoughts, feelings, and sensations? Did you notice any
- [The CASS Report-November 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-november-2020/) - Apologies for the delay. The November edition of the CASS Report is available below. The-CASS-Report-2020-11-01
- [Unhelpful Thinking Habits - we all have them!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/unhelpful-thinking-habits-we-all-have-them/) - Hi friends, Last week, we learned about core beliefs and how core beliefs can be positive and life-enhancing, and they can also be negative and self-limiting. It's common to have both types of core beliefs. Did you happen to try on a new pair of glasses to change perspective? Good for you for trying! What
- [Core Beliefs](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/core-beliefs/) - Welcome to a new week, CASS Friends, hope you had a wonderful weekend! How do you feel about Mondays? Do you slog your way through the first day of the week, just barely, wishing you could get to Friday faster? Or, do you rise out of bed in excitement to start the week? And what
- [Getting Help](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/getting-help/) - Good morning and welcome! I hope you have had a chance to be immersed in the beauty and wonders of our city as it transitions to winter. I have so enjoyed the brilliant orange and yellow colors, with a few sightings of red. And I just love the way the wind whips through the trees
- [Sweet Sleep](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/sweet-sleep/) - Happy New Day everyone! How'd you feel when you woke this morning? Rested and eager to jump out of bed? Feeling a bit groggy and in need of just a few more zzzz's? Or feeling exhausted, like you hadn't slept a wink all night? Getting a good sleep is difficult for many of us at
- [The CASS Report - October 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-october-2020/) - The October edition of the CASS Report is available below. October-NewsletterDownload
- [Take a moment to S.T.O.P.P.](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/take-a-moment-to-s-t-o-p-p/) - Hello CASS friends! Thanks for coming. You are welcome here :) How are you doing this fall day as the weather begins to cool and leaves begin to turn? How have you been experiencing Phase 2 of Alberta's relaunch strategy that began June 12th? What is your relaunch style? Have you been slow, curious and
- [Window of Tolerance](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/window-of-tolerance/) - Good morning friends! You are welcome here. When you look through your window, what do you see? At this time of the year, in Calgary, we see sun one day, rain the next, and snow the next day after that. Actually - who am I kidding? - we can see all that in one day
- [Making Meaning out of Suffering](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/making-meaning-out-of-suffering/) - Good morning friends! Happy new week to all of you! I hope you all had time to check-out and check-in with yourselves over the past week! I intentionally checked out for a few hours after I dropped my kids off for their first day of school, and had to force myself to do nothing. It
- [September Newsletter](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/september-newsletter/) - This version of the CASS Report contains important information about the following: What’s Open?A Letter from The SLTHelping your body beat stressA Letter from Rajan SawhneyTraining Schedule Please note, additional CPI training dates have been added since the publication of this newsletter. Please check with reception for additional Tags: accredication, CPI, newsletter, training September-Newsletter-1Download
- [Check-Out without the Guilt](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/check-out-without-the-guilt/) - Greetings everyone! I came across an article a few weeks ago (link below) that seemed to say exactly how I've been feeling the past few weeks: it's time for me to check-out. Let me explain. When the whole world came to a stand-still a few months ago, many of us did what we always do
- [Positive Affirmations](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/positive-affirmations/) - Good morning friends! Hoping you had a wonderful, restful, rejuvenating weekend! One of my favorite things to do in summertime Calgary is watch the storms roll in and out. I am fascinated to watch the clouds and the winds and the darkness slowly became deeper and more ominous, moment-by-moment, never knowing if it'll blow by
- [Compassion for Self and Others](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/compassion-for-self-and-others/) - Welcome to a new week everyone! How are you doing? No, I mean how are you really doing? We're headed into our sixth month since our province was shut-down. What have you learned? What have you struggled with? What have you overcome? What are you still grappling with? I'm going to dig a little deeper
- [The CASS Report - August 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-2020-august/) - Happy Heritage Day! This edition of the CASS Report contains information on Personal Development Classes going on in the fall with Supported Lifestyles as well as information about other fun activities to enjoy this summer during the pandemic. Finally, the report also contains information about CASS staff training opportunities. The-CASS-Report-2020-08Download
- [Self-Care in Challenging Times](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/self-care-in-challenging-times/) - Bright Shiny Greetings to everyone! I hope you have been enjoying some sunny warm weather, getting a little more vitamin D, planting a few seeds, taking a nap under a tree, or whatever is your summertime fancy! Thought we could settle in for just a moment and talk about self-care today. What does self-care mean
- [Start with a Smile (even a half-smile will do!)](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/start-with-a-smile-even-a-half-smile-will-do/) - Hey everyone, how did you start your day today? I've come to believe (the believing has come faster than the practicing!) that the way in which we start our day will influence the kind of day we have. You probably know this already. It takes me a little longer to get on board with these
- [Loneliness during the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/loneliness-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - Happy sun-shiney day CASS community! Hope you have been refreshed by the rain and energized by the sun these wondrous July days! One of the biggest complaints I heard from folks about the mandated self-isolation protocol is how lonely they feel. Is this you? Or someone you know? Many folks struggled with loneliness far before
- [Introducing our New Theme: Resilience and Community](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/introducing-our-new-theme-resilience-and-community/) - Over the past several months everyone has been tested to their limits with the global Covid-19 pandemic and many have experienced adversity and even trauma as a result of this unprecedented time in our history. When we, as individuals, experience difficulties & hardship, the capacity to recover quickly, change course, emotionally heal, and move forward,
- [Mindfulness](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/mindfulness/) - Good good Morning! You know what I love about CASS? YOU! You are people supporting people. You are people continuing to support people even when there's a worldwide pandemic, when you could get sick, when the folks we support are struggling with staying in and being bored. THANK YOU for putting yourself out there for
- [Be the Reason Someone Feels Valued](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/be-the-reason-someone-feels-valued/) - “Be the reason someone feels valued, seen, heard, and important”. This is a quote that has been floating around recently, which feels particularly relevant to the work we do at CASS. When the agency was created in 1988, the vision was to address the inequities that people with disabilities often face such as Isolation, segregation,
- [Fight or Flight in the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/fight-or-flight-in-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - Good morning and Happy Monday! When you woke up this morning, did you feel a little stiffer than usual? Light-headed? Sluggish? Or maybe jumpy? Well, turns out there might be a very logical reason. I read a fact sheet last week put out by the Psycho-Social Emergency Response Team (PSERT) of Health Canada. I want
- [Stages of Grief during the COVID-19 pandemic](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/stages-of-grief-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - Greetings to you all on a fabulous July Monday morning! On Tuesday, March 17th, the Alberta government declared a state of emergency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It's been 111 days since then. Can you believe it? What a roller-coaster! What have been your ups? your downs? How have you managed to get through
- [The CASS Report – July 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-july-2020/) - Happy Canada Day! This version of the CASS Report contains important information about the following: our upcoming virtual CASS Town Hall for clients, guardians, family members and advocatesour upcoming accreditation with Creating Excellence Together (CET) which is scheduled for July 28th - 30thtraining at CASS including dates for our recently restarted Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and
- [Focusing On What You Can Control](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/focusing-on-what-you-can-control/) - Welcome to another week of mental health and mindfulness! These past three months have been a ride, haven't they? How have you made it through? How have you kept your head above water despite the constantly changing information, the disconnect from your social network, the overwhelming amount of loss that you and/or your loved ones
- [Human Services gets an Upgrade](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/human-services-gets-an-upgrade/) - At CASS, we truly believe that the world and our industry are made better by People Supporting People. That phrase reflects our values both in the way that we deliver frontline support, and the way that our agency operates internally. In order for the people of CASS’s frontline staff to support people, it is important
- [Gratitude - a Game Changer](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/gratitude-a-game-changer/) - Our lives have become smaller in the past three months than ever. I don't know about you, but staring at the same four walls day in and day out tests my patience, my optimism, and my strength. I fluctuate between moments of numbing and denial with moments of ready-to-burst panic and confusion. It doesn't feel
- [CASS Virtual Town Hall Meeting](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-virtual-town-hall-meeting/) - The CASS Senior Leadership Team is inviting all individuals who receive support from Calgary Alternative Support Services and their Guardians, Family Members, and Advocates to attend a virtual CASS Town Hall meeting via ZOOM. At the meeting, we will provide an update as to the current state of affairs at CASS and our plans moving
- [The Importance of Community](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-importance-of-community/) - Friday March 13th was the last day that things seemed normal. Everyone was feeling a little anxious with the news stories about Covid-19: the cases were rapidly rising in Alberta. Days later, on the following Sunday afternoon, a global pandemic was declared by the World Health Organization. Toilet paper was flying off the shelves, along
- [Hey I'm new here!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/hey-im-ew-here/) - I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Melanie and I've worked at CASS for 4 years now! While I've worked with people who have developmental disabilities my whole adult life, I've been a counselling therapist for 11 years. My counselling approach is mainly cognitive behavioral therapy with lots of integration of mindfulness and dialectical
- [Welcome to our new website!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/welcome-to-our-new-website/) - Welcome to our new website! As you can see, our website has been given a complete makeover. This development has been a long time coming as the previous incarnation had been in service for well over 10 years and was clearly getting long in the tooth. A big thank you is owed to the CASS
- [The CASS Report - June 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-june-2020/) - The June 2020 edition of the CASS Report is hot off the virtual presses. Inside you will find information about some of the fun activities our community access program participants are doing, social distancing, online resources for mental health and more. CASS-Newsletter-June-2020Download
- [CASS 2018-2019 Annual General Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2018-2019-annual-general-report/) - It is our great pleasure to share with everyone the CASS 2018-2019 Annual General Report. The 2018-2019 fiscal year was an eventful one at CASS with lots of exciting developments. Check out the CASS 2018-2019 Annual General Report for the details!
- [Canadian Accessibility Act In Development Now - Voices Required](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/canadian-accessibility-act-in-development-now-voices-required/) - Accessibility isn’t, we’ve learned, just about the physical environment, and discrimination isn’t just about negative attitudes. So much of what non-disabled people design is designed for people just like them. The problem is, people with disabilities are a growing demographic and already represent about 15% of our population - so designing systems, policies and environments that inadvertently
- [Opportunity is Not Always 'Equal-Access'](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/opportunity-is-not-always-equal-access/) - So much of who we are is based on the opportunities that we took advantage of. Some of those opportunities were as simple as education choices, jobs, relationships, vacation destinations and even getting a driver’s license. Some of the opportunities we take might even represent a degree of ‘healthy risk’ – like snowboarding, biking across
- [Re-imagining the Role of Human Service Workers](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/re-imagining-the-role-of-human-service-workers/) - Re-imagining the Role of Human Service Workers: Staff Experiences of a Social Change Initiative The need for change in the field is evident given the continued marginalization of people with intellectual disabilities. This 2017 Case Study of a Change Initiative at an Edmonton agency serving people with intellectual disabilities illustrates the challenges and benefits around
- [CASS Report - January 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-report-january-2020/) - HAPPY NEW YEAR CASS!!Want to beat the winter blues? Check out the Health and Safety section in this month's newsletter. 2020 is our accreditation year - CASS is required to meet many standards set out by ACDS - Alberta Council of Disability Services - watch the CASS Report for a separate standard each month. Be
- [TRAINING DATE CORRECTION](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/training-date-correction/) - The CPI Training listed in the CASS Report for February 24 and 25 has been changed to February 10th and 11th. The times remain the same, starting at 9 am both days and finishing at 3:30 on the Monday and 12:30 on the Tuesday.
- [Events & Activities Jan 14 - 20](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-jan-14-20/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the weeks of January 14 - 20: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Please see attached for the City of Calgary program flyers. Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/
- [Events & Activities January 21 - 27](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-january-21-27/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the weeks of January 14 - 20: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/ FREE: January 25 (1:00pm-4:00pm): Marlborough Mall Chinese New Year -
- [Events & Activities Jan 28 - Feb 3](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-jan-28-feb-3/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the weeks of January 28 - February 3: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Please see attached for the City of Calgary program flyers. Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and
- [Events & Activities Feb 4 - 11](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-feb-4-11/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the weeks of February 4 - 11: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/February 4 - 22 (times vary - see link): The Louder
- [CASS Report - FEBRUARY 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-report-february-2020/) - February is Heart Month! Check out the Health and Safety section and take care of yourself this February! Don't miss CET Standard 3/15 regarding Relationships. Also - CPI Training dates were added just after printing - please call reception to register.March 26/27, April 30/May 1, May 25/26 and June 25/26 CASS-Newsletter-February-2020Download
- [Events & Activities Feb 12 - 18](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-feb-12-18/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the week of February 12 - 18: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Please see attached for the City of Calgary program flyers. Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/Need
- [Events & Activities February 19 - March 3](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-february-19-march-3/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the week of February 19 - March 3: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/Need some snuggles with a kitty or a cat? There
- [CASS Report - MARCH 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-report-march-2020/) - With the Coronavirus Outbreak comes many questions and concerns - check out the Health and Safety section of this month's newsletter to answer some of the concerns you may have. The CPI courses offered here at CASS fill up quickly! Extra dates have been added: Monday and Tuesday, May 25th and 26thThursday and Friday, June
- [Events & Activities March 4 - 10](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-march-4-10/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the week of March 4 - 10: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/Need some snuggles with a kitty or a cat? There are
- [Events & Activities March 11 - 17](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-march-11-17/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the week: Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this link for locations and schedules: https://yyc.rescuefood.ca/fresh-routes/Need some snuggles with a kitty or a cat? There are 45 minute kitty visits for
- [CASS 2020-2021 Strategic Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cass-2020-2021-strategic-plan/) - The CASS Senior Leadership Team held a two day strategic planning session in January 2020 where we reviewed the CASS 2020 Employee Engagement Survey, the 2019-2020 Strategic Plan and our progress to date towards the implementation of that plan, and completed an analysis of CASS' Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Following that work, the CASS Senior Leadership
- [Events & Activities March 18 - 24](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events-activities-march-18-24/) - Hi everyone, Here are some ideas for outings and fun things for the week: * Please be advised - check if events are still happening prior to attending, as events may be cancelled * Leisure Centre Schedules: https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Schedules.aspx Fresh Routes - a mobile grocery store that is bringing affordable and healthy food to you! Check this
- [The CASS Report - April 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-april-2020/) - The COVID-19 pandemic won't stop our committed writers and editors from publishing our monthly newsletter! Check out the April edition of The CASS Report linked to below. CASS-Newsletter-April-2020Download
- [The CASS Report - May 2020](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/the-cass-report-may-2020/) - The May 2020 edition of the CASS Report is hot off the virtual presses. CASS-Newsletter-2020-05-01Download

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- [Contact](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/contact/) - Main CASS Office:Phone: 403.283.0611Fax: 403.283.0691 Suite 310, 525 - 28th Street SECalgary, Alberta T2A 6W9
- [Donate](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/donate/) - Donate Now via CanadaHelps Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS), is a local not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to supporting adults with disabilities and other marginalized populations. Get involved and give back by clicking on the “Donate Now” button above; powered by CanadaHelps which provides a secure and convenient way to support inclusive programs and services. For
- [Groups & Events](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/events/) - For a more detailed description of an event click on it's title. For futher details click on the "more details" link in the window that pops up. For information on CASS Staff events, please log in with your personal username and password and click on "Staff Resources" in the main navigation above. Please note that
- [Careers](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/careers/)
- [CET Accreditation](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/cet/) - What is Accreditation? Accreditation is like an evaluation of performance for Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) and the services that we provide. Accreditation is a formal confirmation from a neutral group of professionals, that CASS meets established standards and practices. The neutral group of professionals are known as surveyors. What is CET? CET stands for
- [About](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/about/)
- [Diversity & Inclusion Statement](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/diversity-and-inclusion-statement/) - A diversity of perspectives and lived experiences enriches our community and makes us more resilient. At CASS, diversity and inclusion is our jam. It is the reason that we exist as an organization. CASS builds accessible spaces, inclusive teams, and an equitable workplace so that our employees can bring their true selves to work. When
- [Thank You!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/thank-you-admin/) - Thank you for your participation in the confidential CASS Administrative Services Survey. Your feedback is important to the CASS Administration Team and will help to inform our upcoming strategic planning session and day to day operations. If you have any additional thoughts, questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to send an email to Director
- [Thank You!](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/thank-you-cado/) - Thank you for completing the anonymous CADO Staff Survey about modifications to service delivery during the Covid-19 pandemic. Your feedback is extremely important to us as we chart our path forward during these challenging times. If you have any additional thoughts, questions, or concerns, please do not hesitate to send an email to the CASS
- [Our Programs](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/programs/)
- [Community](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/community/) - What people can do and be is contingent on having opportunities to develop competencies. Many such opportunities are provided through social interaction with other community members. As such CASS has two primary roles, 1. To ensure development of competencies and opportunities and to help people experience meaningful participation in a variety of social environments and
- [Success Stories](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/success-stories/)
- [Sample Page](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger

## Calendars

- [CAPA Skill-building Workshops](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/calendar/capa-skill-building-workshops/) - [title] [when] [location] [description] [link newwindow="yes"]See more details[/link]

## Programs

- [Calgary Alternative Poss-Abilities](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/calgary-alternative-poss-abilities/)
- [Calgary Alternative Community Link](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/calgary-alternative-community-link/)
- [Creative Community Living Activities](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/creative-community-living-activites/)
- [Calgary Alternative Residential Services](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/calgary-alternative-residential-services/)
- [Calgary Alternative Day Options](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/calgary-alternative-day-options/)
- [Calgary Alternative Employment Services](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/our-programs/calgary-alternative-employment-services/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [SLT Update](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/slt-update/)
- [The CASS Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/the-cass-report/)
- [Events & Activities](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/events-activities/)
- [Training](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/training/)
- [blog](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/blog/)
- [Annual General Report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/slt-update/annual-general-report/)
- [Mental Health & Mindfulness](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/mental-health-mindfulness/)
- [Annual Strategic Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/slt-update/annual-strategic-plan/)
- [Telling our Stories](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/category/telling-our-stories/)

## Tags

- [pandemic](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/pandemic/)
- [covid-19](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/covid-19/)
- [coronavirus](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/coronavirus/)
- [business continuity](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/business-continuity/)
- [newsletter](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/newsletter/)
- [taxes](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/taxes/)
- [psychological health & safety](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/psychological-health-safety/)
- [remote support](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/remote-support/)
- [health & safety](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/health-safety/)
- [grocery delivery](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/grocery-delivery/)
- [stress](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/stress/)
- [online resources and activities](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/online-resources-and-activities/)
- [strategic planning](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/strategic-planning/)
- [2020-2021 Strategic Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/2020-2021-strategic-plan/)
- [Trauma Informed Care](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/trauma-informed-care/)
- [training](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/training/)
- [CPI](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/cpi/)
- [CET](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/cet/)
- [human services](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/human-services/)
- [disability services](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/disability-services/)
- [inclusion](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/inclusion/)
- [social change initiative](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/social-change-initiative/)
- [opportunity](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/opportunity/)
- [equal access](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/equal-access/)
- [dignity of risk](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/dignity-of-risk/)
- [capabilities approach](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/capabilities-approach/)
- [Canadian Accessibility Act](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/canadian-accessibility-act/)
- [Universal Design](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/universal-design/)
- [annual general report](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/annual-general-report/)
- [branding](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/branding/)
- [engagement](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/engagement/)
- [website](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/website/)
- [story telling](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/story-telling/)
- [community](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/community/)
- [partnership](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/partnership/)
- [communication](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/communication/)
- [diversity](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/diversity/)
- [social distancing](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/social-distancing/)
- [online resources](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/online-resources/)
- [self-compassion](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/self-compassion/)
- [mental health](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/mental-health/)
- [mindfulness](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/mindfulness/)
- [resilience](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/resilience/)
- [adaptability](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/adaptability/)
- [systems](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/systems/)
- [software](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/software/)
- [sparkrock](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/sparkrock/)
- [administration](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/administration/)
- [human resources](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/human-resources/)
- [Payroll](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/payroll/)
- [gratitude](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/gratitude/)
- [accredication](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/accredication/)
- [self-care](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/self-care/)
- [compassion](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/compassion/)
- [december](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/december/)
- [calgary alternative employment services](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/calgary-alternative-employment-services/)
- [CAES](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/caes/)
- [video](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/video/)
- [Season's greetings](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/seasons-greetings-2/)
- [senior leadership team](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/senior-leadership-team/)
- [2021-2022 Strategic Plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/2021-2022-strategic-plan/)
- [vaccine](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/vaccine/)
- [vaccination](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/vaccination/)
- [astrazeneca](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/astrazeneca/)
- [de-clutter](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/de-clutter/)
- [donation](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/donation/)
- [town hall](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/town-hall/)
- [vaccines](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/vaccines/)
- [idpd](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/idpd/)
- [accessibility](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/accessibility/)
- [rapid test](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/rapid-test/)
- [immunization](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/immunization/)
- [PPE](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/ppe/)
- [Telling our stories](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/telling-our-stories/)
- [YYC](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/yyc/)
- [Calgary Events](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/calgary-events/)
- [Events](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/events/)
- [ADWA](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/adwa/)
- [Alberta Disability Workers Association](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/alberta-disability-workers-association/)
- [Advocacy](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/advocacy/)
- [Director Interview](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/director-interview/)
- [Staff Interview](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/staff-interview/)
- [staff recognition](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/staff-recognition/)
- [strategic plan](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/strategic-plan/)
- [sustainability](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/sustainability/)
- [Main Office](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/main-office/)
- [community support worker](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/community-support-worker/)
- [Day Program](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/day-program/)
- [Client Advisory Council](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/client-advisory-council/)
- [Friendships & Dating](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/friendships-dating/)
- [Sustainability Planning](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/sustainability-planning/)
- [Stepping Stone Manor](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/stepping-stone-manor/)
- [collaboration](https://www.c-a-s-s.org/tag/collaboration/)