Dr. Kendrick s report has been released and it recognizes that the current support available is badly under funded, has been politically neglected, and is programmatically stagnant and outdated. To remedy these problems Kendrick makes a series of recommendations designed to increase service innovation, promote individualized funding and services, increase community involvement and influence, enhance safeguards for residents and creatively use existing resources. We see this as a significant step forward in improving and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families. The Community Action Coalition has invited Michael Kendrick back to speak about his report and recommendations and how we, as a united community can influence our government to implement this report. Dr. Michael Kendrick s Report is the evaluation of the N.S. Community Based Options System.
Family support is a critical component to any community-based support system.
Cutbacks prohibit families from planning for their adult child s future and independence. When our government creates institutions it means our children will be at risk of being placed in that institution some day. The Kendrick Report clearly provides our government with a plan that outlines the development of a comprehensive support system that will enhance and improve the quality of life for many people. Please confirm your attendance as soon as possible. To The Community Action Coalition is a newly formed provincial coalition of community groups and organizations, families, services users, service providers, and concerned citizens.