VISION:

Development of Relationships, and Exploration for Achievement in Merit, and Success.

MISSION:

DREAMS is for individuals who require 1-1 support. The focus of the program is active community involvement. It is through flexible and creative programming that clients are encouraged to increase their independence and self-esteem, make choices, improve communication skills and develop friendships.

What kinds of activities take place?

• developing communication skills using sign language, and other forms of augmentative communication
• community volunteering
• mobility training
• anger management
• learning new things like computer use, reading, and baking
• recreation including hiking, biking, swimming, riding and sailing
• physical exercise including aerobic exercise and strength training
• visual art-making including painting, drawing, sculpture, beading and crafts
• music therapy & dance
• attending special events in our community and natural areas

Community Placements - Volunteering

• Intrepid Theatre
• Vancouver Island School of Art
• Dan's Farm
• Oak Meadow Stables

Recreation and Leisure

• James Bay Music
• Namaste Music
• Municipal Recreation Centers
• Victoria Music Conservatory
• Theatres including Famous Players, Chemainus Theatre & IMAX

What some of our clients have to say

Christie:

“I like the DREAMS people that are on the team and that are my friends.”

Melissa:

"I like the music."

Julie:

I'm excited to see my friends at Garth Homer. My favorite program is swimming."