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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-10-28, Page 13Special needs conference Nov. 12 Chapter Two: New Directions is the title of a one day conference which will take place on Thursday, November 12 in Clinton. Sponsor­ ed by the Huron County Communi­ ty Services Council, this confer­ ence is a follow-up on last year’s “Voices for Choices" conference when participants helped toidenti- fy needs, gaps and overlaps in services provided to those in the county such as the physically and developmentally handicapped, youth, older adults and those with mental health problems or other special needs. Mrs. Joan Spittai, chairperson of the conference planning com­ mittee, said the conference will be held at Huronview because of its easy accessibility and the avail­ ability of separate areas for the individual workshops. Topics for the various workshops will be announced. Spittai said, as soon as the resource people and panelists have been finalized. The registra­ tion fee of $15 per person will cover attendance at three workshops, lunch and coffee breaks. Persons who have special needs for atten­ dant care, an interpreter (for the hearing impaired) or funding, in order to attend this conference should contact either Jean Young or Bev Brown at 357-3222 or 1-800-365-3039. The conference is open to the public and will provide an oppor­ tunity for care providers, both individual volunteers and agen­ cies, to become better acquainted and find out how they can help each other in their quest to improve the Some programs already underway Some of the needs identified at last year’s “Voices For Choices” conference are already being met byexpandedhome supportpro- grams and new programs in Huron County. Volunteer drivers are now avail­ able throughout the County to provide transportation to medical appointments, shopping, social and recreational activities for those who do not have access to other means of transportation. Also, heavy housecleaners and handy; men can be hired through Town and Country Homemakers. For the town of Goderich there is now a 24-hour distress line avail­ able, (Telecare) to those who are feeling lonely, anxious or distress­ ed. In Bayfield 25-30 seniors meet once a week at the community centre for the diners’ club: a home cooked meal and light entertain­ ment with sometimes a TV dinner to take home. There will be a review at the November 12 conference of servi­ ces already in place and also of services in the process of being implemented throughout Huron County. 12 tables at Blyth euchre party Twelve tables were in play at the weekly Blyth euchre party Monday night. High lady for the evening was EdytheGlousherandhigh man, Cliff Hoegv. Low scores were recorded by Bernice Brown of Clinton and Mel Jacklin of Brus­ sels. Mildred McNall and Vi Howes of Clinton had the most lone hands. Mary Holland won the special prize. quality of life for residents of Huron County. The Community Services Coun­ cil is hoping that a representative from every municipal council in Huron will attend this conference along with representatives from churches, service clubs, senior citizen clubs, hospitals and Wo­ men’s Institutes. Spittai says that anyone who is working with or i n teres ted i n you th, se niors .handi­ capped, mental health, transporta­ tion, housing, employment or information services will find something useful at this confer­ ence. Chapter Two: New Directions is open to all members of the public. If you would like to receive more information or a brochure, please call Joan Spittai at524-8323 or Jean Youngat357-3222. In the event of a mail strike please register by telephone al either of the above numbers. CHECK US OUT! LOOK FOR EVEN MORE GREAT' SPECIALS AND COUPONS IN THIS WEEKS 8 PAGE FLYERI J ^ndependentl^wne^n^perate^EM^^uppUe^ndservIce^J I by Elliott Marr and company In association with Oshawa Foods. 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