Cycling Without Age started 7 years ago in Denmark. The program pairs volunteer cyclists with seniors and people with disabilities. Created as a means to break stereotypical thoughts about our senior’s ability to engage in exciting, beautiful and meaningful activities, the trishaw bike brings the beauty of the community, experienced by the 5 senses, to…
Connections Building Full LivesSummer Transition Program It will be an exciting summer for students interested in the Community Based Summer Transition Program through the Connections Program. The Summer Transition Program is unique because it is reality based and is conducted in the community as well as the classroom. Students will be learning about employment, independent…
Having you step up to the Connections Manager position is one of the best decisions we have ever made. It is inspiring to watch you talk about your program, displaying the emotion and passion you have for it. You’ve been adaptable, growing out of your comfort zone and support the company’s Mission, Vision and Values. …
Our unique program offers individualized services to each Participant in our program. Our highly trained staff focuses on each person’s ablilities and works toward independence and productivity in every life we touch. We offer educational classes, science and technology, cooking class, crafting, gardening, life skills, physical activity, sensory stimulation and many community outings. Our spacious…
Opportunity Inc. is so appreciative of all of our staff. We would like to show our appreciation by giving you a special gift this holiday season. Stop by one of the following locations and spread holiday cheer!
Spooktacular 2020 looked a little different this year. It was cold. It was rainy. It wasn’t the ideal way to show staff our appreciation. It wasn’t the all out Halloween style party we are used to. But…. WE HAD A BLAST ANYWAY!!!! The leadership at Opportunity Inc. was still able to hand out BONUS checks,…
The Coronavirus has left people in need of new or different resources. While things are ever- changing, the BPDD put together the Living Well Toolkit where you can find the information you need to stay healthy, safe and connected.
THE IMPORTANCE OF LANGUAGE! While talking about “respect” during a self-assessment workshop, there was a lengthy discussion about the importance of language. Cheryl Rennick, one of the staff members who was participating from Community Living York South , realized there really were two languages – one for people who receive support, and one for people…
