Darlene is in the kitchen of Little Sprout Café, putting together her favourite menu item. The Burrata BLT begins with crispy bacon, fresh tomato, and is finished with house-made burrata, baby spinach, micro-basil and nasturtium, and served on a sourdough baguette. “Not your average BLT,” Darlene says. “The burrata is amazing.” As a Team Member, … Continued
Earlier this year, we said goodbye to David, who lived the last half of his life with us. His family and the staff who serve in the home where he lived, remember David.
“Life is too short to just try and get better on your own,” Vicky says. She was recently reminded of the value of a trusted community.
Sharing our stories along the journey towards wellness gives others hope and Alison knows that hope is essential.
Getting started is the hardest part but Micah knows that being active makes a huge difference to his mental health. He makes it a priority!
This year, Chris will celebrate 20 years working at the same job with an inclusive employer. These days, he’s also training others to do the work he loves to do.
Our new Peer Support website puts all the information and resources you need in one convenient spot. Check it out!
Howie is celebrating eight decades of life this year and in a life filled with miracles, he recently experienced yet another one. Let this story inspire you today!
Sipp Chai Cafe is more than a place to get a coffee or tea, it’s an inclusive employer with a heart for the community.
A penpal project at Communitas has revealed how meaningful it is to get a hand-written letter in the mail.
Inhale. Exhale, Breathe. Sometimes we forget that our breath is a tool to help us maintain our mental health. Follow along with the video at the end!
Sight. Sound. Touch, Smell. Taste. Our senses are tools we can use to restore our mental health. It’s as simple as just noticing.
Peggy has felt God’s leading through a long and diverse career that has spanned two countries, several states, one province and brought her to Communitas!
Grace Robertson penned this amazing poem that reminds us that nothing, not even a pandemic, can rob us of the true meaning of Christmas!
Karen has turned her artistic crafting skills into a wellspring of generosity. Check out this amazing, all-abilities story!
We are so proud to announce that the team behind Zoombaya recently won a WOW Award from Community Living BC!
Give a Gift that Lasts! Planning your legacy ensures that your loved ones are taken care of, that your estate is protected and that Communitas has ongoing support. Learn More!
Service is part of Clare’s DNA, it’s simply a way of being that he’s brought to years of serving on the Communitas board.
Miles’ deep desire to care for the environment was recently recognized with an award from the City of Campbell River. He hopes this recognition will inspire others!
Last fall, Peer Support Worker, Adria Roberts had the opportunity to share her journey with schizophrenia in a very unique way, one that is being shared across Canada.
Communitas’ Vehicle Maintenance Program teaches trainees the ins and outs of vehicle maintenance, providing important skills for future employment.
Daniel and John are using their musical gifts to bring comfort and hope to others.
Poet Michael Linburg achieved a career goal this summer when he published a collection of poetry titled The Healing Power of Words.
It was a cool, drizzly day for a July wedding but neither the weather nor the current pandemic could stop the celebrations from happening for Scott and Veronica Van Vliet. Neither did those things stop them from sharing their special day with the residents in the Communitas home where Scott once served as a support … Continued
