Message from the CEO

Hello and welcome to the first edition of the DDRC e-newsletter! 

We are proud to provide the latest news from our agency directly to your inbox. 

It is our hope that as an e-newsletter subscriber you will get to know some of our clients and staff members, through interviews, profiles and blog entries.  In this issue, you will find an interview with DDRC client Jasen Goebel, who discusses his work, life philosophies, and why he likes coming to the DDRC.

You can also rely on our e-newsletter for information on upcoming events, including our annual Stampede Breakfast, fundraisers, the Inclusion Awards and other celebrations. 

We are excited about the launch of our e-newsletter.  Please let us know what you think by sending us an e-mail:  feedback@ddrcc.com.

Thank you for your support,   

Helen Cowie, LL.B; MBA
CEO
Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary  

Meet Jasen Goebel

Q: What do you enjoy about coming to the DDRC?

A:  I always have a lot of energy when I come here.  Everyone at the DDRC is a lot of fun.  I feel like I love this place.  It's a really good place.  It's fun because you can work on your goals and you're getting supported.  I have support workers that are a lot of fun.

Q: What are your goals?

A: I have had a job at Safeway for over two years, but my favourite dream right now is trying to find a recording studio.  I'd love to be a singer.  I'd like to be a pop sensation.  That'd be really fun.  I'd grow my hair out long and dye it black.

Q: What are you doing right now to achieve that?

A:  Right now, I'm just trying to take baby steps.  First, I'm trying to get singing lessons, which will help.  I started looking at studios that can help me.  I've been searching the web for information.  

Do you know an individual or organization that goes above and beyond to promote the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities?  If so, nominate them for a 2011 Inclusion Award. 

Click here for informaton on all award categories and for the nomination form.  The deadline for submissions is Friday, July 29th, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.

Register now for the Vipond Charity Golf Classic in support of the DDRC.  The entry fee is $300 per person or $1,100 for a team of four. 

Click here for a registration form or call Vivian at (403) 685-6440 for more information.