Our clients are women and men living in Vancouver, Richmond and North Vancouver, ranging in age from 17 to 70 and with a wide range of disabilities. To join our program you must already have a skill such as hand sewing, machine sewing, knitting or ability to cut precisely and accurately. All of our crafts are of the highest quality so very good artistic skills are needed.

Member Outcomes:

Personal:

• Confidence
• Self esteem
• Willingness to face challenges
• Empowerment
• Personal Growth

Social:

• Participation in Community
• Loss of isolation
• Something to do
• Sense of belonging

Learning:

• Organizational skills
• Creative skills
• Responsibility
• Communication skills

Member Testimonials

“Before Craftworks I had very low self-esteem. I walked down the street with my eyes on the sidewalk. I was scared of being social because I felt unwell. I was scared of talking to new people because I saw myself as disabled because I didn’t earn my own money. These days I feel great! I love the program and going out. I talk a lot. I feel good in public. I walk down the street looking in people’s eyes and smiling! (And they smile back!)”
35-year-old female (mental illness)

“The work provides satisfaction knowing that many children have found pleasure in the things I produce.”
65-year-old male (stroke victim)

“I was always in the work field before I became ill. I found it very hard when I could not work any longer. I was becoming depressed and feeling worthless. Now I feel I can actually do something. I love having the interaction with people who are very friendly and sincerely care.”
40-year-old female (heart disease)

For further information contact Joanne Ogilvie at (604)736-2113.