How to make access/process less challenging Equip. request, process/turn around very time consuming a lot of time getting form or SR# for CLT Better access for health professionals especially in small communities where health professionals ltd. Funding reduced for services for disabled Same case worker/manager for CLTs Case management ‘teams’ Funding for equip difficult to get Increase PWD rates (AB higher) Daughter transformed by working Gov’t grant funded (non-profit) PWD assisting other PWD to obtain work Gov’t fund bus to hire PWD Learning curve – PWD don’t have confidence/train to obtain work Accessibility/finances barriers 1 – 1 worker attached to PWD Train employers how to deal with PWD/understand disability Flexible work hours Ability to work at home Incentives to bus vs. $ Volunteer program (CUS) again Application for CPP effect all can work/earnings Loan forgiveness for PWD who complete training (trades, etc.) Become tax payers vs. on PWD social supports, good housing Cover cost of education Increase cost of housing takes majority of $ which limits transportation, groceries, access More coop/low income housing and easier access, less paperwork More legal suites, incentives for homeowner Incentive to house PWD tenant, less tax, no tax (property tax) More choices = no sigma to live in low income housing May not like living in coop type housing Utilized Olympic village Have staff there every day Lots of very sad locations/facilities Doors close slowly
Shouldn’t need to have ‘connections’ to get things done Disability tax credit piece is very overwhelming No service charges at bans for PWD individuals Mandated Professionals giving back to the community Need community liaison who can go to banks, drs. offices, etc. and discuss benefits of providing services at no cost to PWD individuals – will give back to communities and benefit them in the long run Not a reality for multi-generational families Not enough to put away when everyday expenses are covered Extend contribution age to 65 for gov’t matching Less compensation once CPP kicks in many areas Increase earnings exemption or have no limit on income Employee support – employment – exemption – employee supports Disabled should have a guaranteed income support at all Proper financial literacy training savings RDSP Make it easier to understand Don’t keep changing the rules When MSDI doesn’t understand it how can we A lawyer even did it wrong Lower age Allow 3rd party contributor – give tax break – family gifts etc. Educate, educate, educate! I might not know the answer but make it easier for me to find it Gov’t hard to navigate – some links go nowhere – forms don’t submit Claim form for medical reimbursement More clear info in English Stop the bouncing around – bank refer to Service Canada Flat entrances Low or no curbs H parking being closer More H parking spots Follow proper for H spots Or just wider spots everywhere
Gov’t accountability for places such as VISA, Money Mart, TELUS for taking advantage of low income people who do not understand contracts/commitments Clear sidewalks – hire people to clear them, work incentive, etc. Don’t change gov’t websites – add or delete – don’t change navigation Solutions – better government websites – easier to use Online live chat for navigation on websites Incentives for hiring disabled people – mentoring for disabled people 4 basic DB rates – transportation RDSP information for disabled people who don’t have money to contribute Separate ministry to streamline access to PWD designation and provide accurate clear information with MSDSI more accountable Funding for supports needs to be flexible (client centred) We need to attract companies with inclusive/diversity policies to Vernon/the Okanagan Train individuals at the call centre to have more accurate information and treat people with respect including PWDs and service providers FOI PP – constraints to information sharing between agencies Better access and more funding for dental, physio, chiropractor, etc. to help people on PWD get well