Building strong families and communities for generations takes time, dedication, and care. carya counsellor Patricia Canales is approaching her twenty-fifth year on staff and brings her dedication, care and expertise to every aspect of her work and each client she connects with. At work, Patricia is a skilled language specific counsellor, mentor, and supervisor. At home, she’s raised three children into adulthood, makes time for sports… Read more »
(content warning: discusses mental health, including suicidal ideation. If you are in distress please phone 403-266-HELP) carya‘s youth programming reaches hundreds of teens and children each year, providing mental health supports, community resources, and empowerment programs across Calgary. We work hard because we know that access to these resources and prevention are key in setting young people up for success later in their lives. Early intervention… Read more »
During the summer months, carya connects seniors living at Francis Klein Centre with energetic, four-legged volunteers. These furry volunteers are tasked with the important job of putting smiles on the residents’ faces! “Puppy Parties” are coordinated by carya to encourage spending time outdoors, connecting with others and building community engagement among seniors. Pet-human interactions are scientifically proven to improve our wellbeing and mental health, and we strive… Read more »
On June 15th, 2022, carya hosted a hearing aid clinic in collaboration with Audiology Innovations and the Bowmont Seniors Assistance Association (BSAA), providing new or refurbished hearing aids to hearing-impaired older adults in the community at no cost. Dr. Carrie Scarff and her incredible team at Audiology Innovations are making sure lower-income seniors have affordable access to essential healthcare items. Three participants walked away with hearing… Read more »
Ivy*, a client of The Way In Network, inspired a movement of kindness and proved that age would never hold her back! carya is very proud to assist a client-led initiative to raise donations for Ukrainian refugees. Ivy says she’s deeply connected to the trauma and fear experienced by those fleeing and suffering in Ukraine. Her empathy stems from personal experience with international conflict and a desire to… Read more »
What a party! On July 5th, carya staff, volunteers, and community members celebrated the Official Grand Opening of Village Commons! After a year of cautious operations during the pandemic, it was uplifting and inspiring to reconnect with so many friends, supporters and passionate community advocates from East Village and beyond. As many of us have learned through the pandemic, connecting with others is an essential part of our… Read more »
After a year of cautious operations through the pandemic, we’re finally ready to safely celebrate the opening of Village Commons – an innovative space in East Village where Calgarians can come together, find support, build community, and connect. We’re excited to welcome the community into the space on this one-year anniversary to share stories and reflect on this incredible accomplishment – made possible by donors, partners… Read more »
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Gateway Connects! As new Canadians arrive to Calgary and the prairies region, carya wants to ensure a smooth transition for all newcomers. This partnership is very exciting, as we are eager to distribute our community and mental health services to be easily accessible for all who need them. Gateway strives to connect newcomers to the right service… Read more »
carya‘s Elder Friendly Communities works in, for and with seniors in community – celebrating and sharing the wisdom and experience that comes with age so that seniors are known and valued. Elder Friendly Communities reaches older adults in Bowness, Montgomery, Ranchlands, Varsity and Acadia with opportunities to connect, share and learn together, offering space to nurture relationships with themselves and others. To celebrate Seniors’ Week 2022,… Read more »