Robert Halfyard, a registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers, has worked in the Community Disability Service sector in various frontline and leadership roles with Adults with Developmental Disabilities for over 25 years. Robert has a vision and a passion for assisting Adults with Developmental Disabilities to live their lives to their fullest potential, by offering services that promote healthy relationships with families and friends, provide opportunities for individuals to fully participate in their communities, and to assist Adults with Disabilities to pursue their dreams, desires and aspirations. To achieve this goal, Robert has created an accountable and transparent system and a workforce of career minded people with the same philosophy and vision.
In April 1991, Robert's dream began to unfold when his family and friends formed a voluntary Board of Directors and incorporated Resourceful Futures Community Support Ltd. as a not for profit agency. In May 1991, Resourceful Futures began serving three young adults with Autism in a community based environment. Resourceful Futures continues to receive the majority of their funding from Person's with Developmental Disabilities, Calgary Region Community Board.
Over the past 17 years, Resourceful Futures has supported hundreds of Albertans with disabilities, many whom are still with the agency and many that have moved on as they met their goals of increased independence. These accomplishments, as well as the day-to-day goals of further independence, can be attributed to the dedicated, supportive and passionate support workers and small administration team at Resourceful Futures.
In 2007, some very exciting Provincial initiatives were developed that set the stage for making some significant, positive changes within the Community Disability Service Sector. Resourceful Futures is enthusiastic about being actively involved with these changes.
As we head into 2008 and beyond, Resourceful Futures is excited about working toward our mission of being a leader in Community Disabilities Services, to be resourceful and innovative.
If you are looking to enhance your career opportunities in the Community Disabilities Services please view our Careers section or if you are looking to explore alternative supports, we invite you to view our Services section.
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Resourceful Futures Community Support Ltd. is a not for profit company incorporated under Part 9 of the Companies Act. Robert Halfyard is the sole owner, operating under the advisory of a volunteer Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors has a back ground in the field of Community Disability Services whether personally or professionally, such as, private guardian, subcontractors, employees and administrative personnel.
The Board of Directors provides advice to the owner on the processes and structures (policies and procedures) to direct and manage the affairs of the company as outlined by the Articles of Association; fulfill contractual obligations with the funders; and comply with the industry standards, "Creating Excellence Together".
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer Board member, please feel free to contact Robert Halfyard and he will provide you with more information.
