W.E.S.O.A.R! Summer Adult Programs 2021 In This Guide Registration Information Relaunch Information Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs Volunteer With Us ...
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W.E.S.O.A.R! Summer Adult Programs 2021 In This Guide Registration Information 2&3 Relaunch Information 4&5 Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs 6&7 Volunteer With Us 8 How Can You Help? 9 Important Dates 10
Between Friends Registration
When?
Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 9:00am MST
How?
• Online: Registration at https://betweenfriends.campbrainregistration.com
* Due to the limited number of spaces offered for 2021 Summer
W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs, online registration is the fastest way to access registration.
• Phone: Call our registration line at 403 508 0110
• In Person: Due to COVID-19, our office still remains closed. Please connect with your
Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) if you require
accommodations for your registration.
Gilary
Gilary Guzman | gguzman@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 540 1096
Meghan Owen | mowen@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 305 4415
* You must be a current member to register for any programs. If expired, please make sure to complete
your online membership forms and pay your 2021 membership BEFORE registration day. Please connect
with your CEC if you need support.
Registration
Phone registration will remain open weekdays, 9:00am – 4:00pm, and online registration is open 24 hours, until
programs are full. Registration is complete only when the registrar confirms your request.
Young adults and adults are limited to a maximum registration of one (1) Between Friends W.E.S.O.A.R!
programs.
Program Fees
Fees for Between Friends W.E.S.O.A.R! programs are due at the time of registration. Cash, cheque, and credit
card payments, or a fee assistance form must be submitted within five (5) business days or registration will be
cancelled.
Between Friends does its best to ensure that every member with a wish to attend programs is granted the opportunity.
In order to remain accessible, we subsidize all programs for all participants.
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Fee Assistance
To further ensure that programs are available to all, Between Friends offers the option to apply for additional fee
assistance, and to arrange for payment plans. Fee assistance is available for one (1) W.E.S.O.A.R! Program.
How to Apply
To apply, please register for your week(s) of choice and indicate the need for fee assistance. To hold your space a
deposit of $50 is required at the time of registration. Application forms will be provided and must be completed and
emailed to your CEC within five (5) business days. For more information please contact your CEC.
Gilary Guzman | gguzman@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 540 1096
Meghan Owen | mowen@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 305 4415
Non Sufficient Funds (NSF) Policy
A charge of $45.00 applies for NSF cheques. The issuer will be given 24 hours to make payment by VISA,
MasterCard, money order, certified cheque, or cash; otherwise registration will be cancelled
Cancellation Policy
To cancel registration you must call 403 508 0110. A 15% fee will apply to ALL cancellations. Cancellations made less
than two weeks prior to the start of the program will forfeit a refund.
Refunds will be provided only when vacancies can be filled, and the office is notified of the cancellation.
If a program is cancelled due to low registration, you may transfer to another program if space is available, or
receive a full refund. We will make every effort to contact you prior to the start date of the program if cancellation is
necessary.
If Between Friends cancels programs for COVID-19 related reasons, appropriate refunds will be issued to affected
members within two (2) weeks of the cancelation.
If a program is cancelled due to low registration, you may transfer to another program if space is available, or
receive a full refund. We will make every effort to contact you prior to the start date of the program if cancellation is
necessary.
All of our Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs will take place outdoors. Please dress appropriately for all kinds of
weather - warm, sunny, cool, windy, light rain, etc. All outdoor locations will have access to shelter and all programs
will be scheduled to run outdoors unless deemed unsafe by the Between Friends Leadership Team. If program is
cancelled due to inclement weather, families will have the following options:
• To attend virtual programming* to be run at the same time as their scheduled program via Zoom (*virtual
programming unavailable for Growing through Gardening)
• Have the day(s) of the cancelled program refunded and added to your account as a credit for future
programming.
The Between Friends Leadership team will do their best to give families as much notice if cancelling the program
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due to poor weather.
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Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs Relaunch
Between Friends exists for our members and their families. We believe in connection and friendship - physical
distancing does not come easily for us. Our priority during this global pandemic has been and will continue to be the
health and safety of all our stakeholders.
Using teamwork, creativity, and a positive attitude we have been able to adjust and adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic,
while working to get back to in-person programming as soon as it is safe to do so.
Will W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs Relaunch in Summer 2021?
We are hopeful that we can safely relaunch W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs this summer. While we have already started
our planning for W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs to run, our ability to reopen depends on guidelines and restrictions from
the Government of Alberta . Outdoor gatherings with a maximum of 10 people are currently allowed (at time
of publication). If there are any changes in our ability to successfully relaunch W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs we will be
referencing tthe
he Government of Alberta ‘s “Open
“Open for Summer Plan”Plan”
We continue to diligently watch COVID-19 developments and to follow recommendations from Alberta Health
Services and all levels of government.
W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs Relaunch Phases
We have prepared 3 possible phases to relaunch W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs in 2021. Each phase is designed for different
levels of restrictions and COVID-19 situations in Alberta. We will be registering Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs in
Phase 1 of our plan.
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Where can I find more information?
Between Friends has developed a Relaunch Plan to guide our decision making and actions. Between Friends’ Relaunch
Plan contains our approach to a phased relaunch of key services. It contains the most current information since the
day this guide was initially shared.
Additionally, Between Friends has also developed a specific W.E.S.O.A.R! Adult Programs COVID-19 Relaunch Plan.
This document is important to read prior to attending any W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs as it is specific to W.E.S.O.A.R!
Programs. It provides in-depth information into how we are keeping stakeholders safe and what participants can
expect at the program.
As we know, COVID-19 continues to change quickly. This document may change as the pandemic continues and
more information becomes available. We are committed to sharing important updates with you when possible.
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Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs
Between Friends W.E.S.O.A.R! Summer programs will run Tuesday - Sunday only. Participants can register for a
maximum of one (1) Between Friends W.E.S.O.A.R! Summer program.
BoomBox! with Lively Up Yourself Music Therapy | $160 ($20/week)
Engage in social interaction, self-expression, and new learning! Each week, Jimmy Downey, will guide
us through a variety of genres of music through singing, playing instruments, movement, and musical
games.
Location
Location: Camp Bonaventure, 1215 50 Ave SW (Main Shelter)
TuesdaysTuesdays July 6 - August 24 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Thursdays July 8 - August 26 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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Growing through Gardening | Thursdays: $200 ($25/week) Sundays: $175 ($25/week)
Spend time in the garden connecting with nature and your friends. Janet Melrose, Calgary’s Cottage Gardener,
will be leading us through some fun horticultural therapy activities this session including seeding, planting, art
projects and more!
Location: Camp Bonaventure, 1215 50 Ave SW (Fire Shelter/Garden)
Thursdays
Thursdays July 8 - August 26 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Sundays July 11 - August 29 1:00 - 3:00 PM
(No Program on August 1)
Get Crafty | Wednesdays: $185 ($23/week) Saturdays: $162 ($23/week)
At the beginning of the session you will receive a kit that includes all the supplies needed for this session. Please
ensure you bring this kit each week to program to eliminate the need for shared supplies. You will be able to
connect with your friends while creating beautiful art.
Location: Camp Bonaventure, 1215 50 Ave SW (Main Shelter)
Wednesdays July 7 - August 25 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Saturdays July 10 - August 28 1:00 - 3:00 PM
(No Program on July 31)
Fireside Friends | Tuesdays: $185 ($23/week) Sundays: $162 ($23/week)
Join us each week as we gather ‘round the campfire to sing songs, hang out with our friends, and play games. Each
week come prepared to have fun, mingle with your friends, and maybe learn a new activity or two.
Location: Camp Bonaventure, 1215 50 Ave SW (Fire Shelter)
Tuesday Tuesday July 6 - August 24 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Sundays July 11 - August 29 6:00 - 8:00 PM
(No Program on August 1)
* Please note that all photos used above were taken before the COVID-19 restrictions were put in place
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Volunteer Opportunities
This year we have made the difficult decision, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all stakeholders, that
we will not be offering volunteer opportunities within our W.E.S.O.A.R! Programming with members. We
recognize having volunteers in our programs offer additional support to our members and staff as well as
important volunteer opportunities. Due to COVID-19 we need to keep our group sizes small to reduce
the risk of transmission and therefore will be unable to accommodate volunteers directly with programs.
Aktion Club YYC
Aktion Club YYC members develop initiative and leadership skills, give back to their community,
integrate into society, and gain new experiences. In partnership between Kiwanis Club of Calgary
Northmount and Between Friends, Aktion Club YYC provides opportunities for adults with
disabilities to demonstrate the dignity and value of
citizens living with disabilities.
Aktion Club YYC. Currently we are not offering
in-person volunteer opportunities. Aktion Club
virtually meets monthly to catch up, discuss virtual
opportunities, and to stay involved.
New members are always welcome. For more information about Aktion Club or how to join,
please contact: Nikki Stevens (nstevens@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 508 0114)
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How You Can Help?
Between Friends relies heavily on the generosity of donors like you to provide affordable quality
programming for children, youth and adults with disabilities. In these challenging economic times, we are
continually looking for creative and alternative ways to improve our financial sustainability.
No matter the size, your gift ALWAYS makes a difference. Please consider supporting Between Friends in
one or more of the following ways:
• Make a donation, big or small,
to Between Friends or become
a monthly donor. Visit www.
betweenfriends.ab.ca today!
• Host an event (birthday or
anniversary party, movie night,
etc.) to raise money on behalf of
Between Friends
• Ask your employer if their
community investment plan aligns
with Between Friends values
– encourage them to donate,
match your donations, or group
volunteer at Between Friends
• Plan your corporate team building
activities by attending one of our
special events
• Leave a Legacy Gift in your will
supporting Between Friends, and
enjoy the tax benefits for yourself
• Encourage others in your network
to invest/support the work of
Between Friends!
For more information, please reach out to:
Mounira Chehade | 403 930 3851 | mchehade@betweenfriends.ab.ca or
Kim Martin | 403 296 0257 | kmartin@betweenfriends.ab.ca
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www.betweenfriends.ab.ca | @calgarybfcImportant Dates
2021
June 9 - Program Guide & Relaunch Plan sent out to Families
June 15 - Ensure your 2021 Membership is Completed
June 16 - Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Program Registration
July 1 - Canada Day (office closed, no programs running)
July 6 - Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs BEGIN
July 30 to August 2 - Heritage Day (office closed, no programs running)
August 29 - Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs END
If you have any questions, concerns, or ideas regarding any of our
W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs, please contact:
Nikki Stevens - Program Coordinator, W.E.S.O.A.R! & Special Events
nstevens@betweenfriends.ab.ca | 403 508 0114
205 8989 Macleod Trail S
Calgary, Alberta T2H0M2
403 269 9133
betweenfriends.ab.ca
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