Autumn House Needs A Home
“I want cookies. Cookies always make people feel good.” The conversation in the room grew, became more animated and an idea was born. “Let’s give the cookies to people and say – Hey, we’re from Autumn House. This is who we are. Support us.” We are talking about youth...
Controlling Your Affairs
Throughout our lives, there are times when we need help in managing some of our affairs. When you need help, you can ask for assistance without giving up the right to control your own life or to make decisions. The senior services department is here to help you with...
Horses Don’t Care Who You Are
“The passion and amazing calmness I felt was incredible,” comments a teenager when asked about her experience as a participant in the Leading the Way program offered through Abbotsford Community Services thanks to funding from Telus. “The laughing felt awesome!” says...
Managing Anger
Parenting can be a difficult and stressful job at times. Getting angry with others and yourself? It happens. Here are some of the preventative steps to managing anger as taught in the Family Education’s Anger Awareness class. Developing assertive boundaries and...