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Bridge Adult Service Centre (BASC)
Strategic Plan 2017 – 2022
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Table of Contents
About the Bridge Adult Service Centre (BASC)...............................…………..….………3
Mission, Vision, Beliefs and Values ...........................…………………………………….…….4
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats...............................................4
Goals, Objectives and Performance Measures………………………………………..…….…….6
Our Strategic Plan at a Glance …………………………………………………………..……….……..11
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About the Bridge Adult Service Centre
The Bridge Adult Service Centre (BASC) is an independent, not-for-profit
organization that provides a day program for adults with intellectual disabilities.
The B.A.S.C. provides Vocational and Developmental programs. The Vocational Program clients participate i in the in the operations of the laundry service, the used clothing store and the contract service. They also participate in volunteer work in the community. Life Skills training is the main focus of the Developmental Program.
Job Coaching/Volunteering
in the Community
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Our Strategic Plan, 2016-2021
Vision Statement
“Our community is inclusive, respectful and supportive of all people.”
Beliefs and Values
1. Diversitity will be reflected in all aspects of our work.
2. We support partnerships in the community.
3. All our stakeholders are treated with respect and integrity.
4. We believe in teamwork and empowering those we serve.
5. We provide a safe and supportive environment.
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats
Strengths
Fundraising strategies.
Partnerships and community.
Experience, longevity, facility and leadership.
Communication, government support and dedication.
Existing Board and its flexibility.
Visibility and respect in the community.
Employment opportunities and quality of life for our clients.
Client, staff and volunteers.
Professional development.
Networking with Directions Council for Vocational Services Society and its member
agencies.
Mission Statement
“To provide programs, services and opportunities for adults with intellectual
disabilities to allow them to reach their fullest potential as members of our
community.”
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Weaknesses
Insufficient staff and insufficient work for the clients.
Underutilization of volunteers.
Underdevelopment of clients’ potential.
Lack of a quiet room, storage space and room dividers.
Cleanliness of space and contingency plan for building.
Lack of equipment to support programs.
Building is not totally accessible.
Opportunities Website development, social media and pre-retirement services for
clients.
Online auction, luncheons, fashion shows and bottle recycling.
United Way, 100 Women Who Care, Scotia Bank Corporate sponsership.
Wellness grant and other grants.
More outings for the clients and more inclusion in the community to help develop their
future strengths.
The expansion of the store, community gardening and lawn care.(mowing)
Additional volunteers for music, art and recreation for the clients.
Volunteer appreciation tea.
Post cards to acknowledge donations and the creation of a data base of supporters.
Possible development of new entrepeneurial opportunities.
Threats Decrease in funding and closure of local businesses.
Difficulty in finding paid and/or permanent employment for clients in the
community.
Lack of money to meet our aspirations.
Possible liability concerns.
Decrease in clothing donations.
Decrease in businesses using the laundry.
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This document summarizes the goals and objectives of the Bridge Adult Service Centre, which will
direct our work over the next five years. Our Goals are focused on three main areas:
Community Integration
Clients Clients are integrated in the community
Clients First
Clients are Clients are at the core of everything we do
Value
Value for Money
Goal
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Goal
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Goal
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3
$ Value
Resources are used in the
most efficient and effective
manner to deliver high
quality services.
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Goals, Objectives and Performance Measures
Community Integration
Clients are Clients are integrated in the community.
We aspire to integrate our clients into the Community as much as possible as
well as bring the community into the Bridge Adult Service Centre.
Objectives
a. Seek strategic partnerships in the community to support the BASC and client growth and
development through employment, volunteer work, financial support and public relations.
b. Identify clients and develop customized strategies to
optimize their success in integrating into the
community.
c. Involve the community in fundraising events and
volunteer work with the BASC.
d. Provide information to clients regarding community
events.
We will know we are there when…
Two more strategic partnerships are established with
community organizations.
The number of clients working or volunteering in the
community is maintained or expanded.
The Community participates in 3 Fundraising events a years.
There are volunteer presentations which include: art, crafts and music 5 times a year.
Goal
1
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Goals, Objectives and Performance Measures
Clients First
Clients are the core of everything we do
We aspire to ensure that
everything we do is based on the
best interest of our clients –
supporting them to achieve their
fullest potential.
Objectives
a. Offer to rotate clients through Departments in the building to optimize client experience
and achieve their fullest potential.
b. Develop Individual Program Plans (IPP) for all clients to support personal growth and
development.
c. Reduce the client waitlist using space freed up by clients spending more time in the
community.
d. Expand our building and programs to accommodate the growing need for people with
intellectual disabilities.
e. Advocate for people with disabilities between the ages of 18-21.
f. Create and implement a client policy manual.
Goal
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We will know we are there when…
Individualized daily schedules are developed for
75% of clients in year 1.
Individual Program Plans are developed for all
clients in year 1.
Client wait list is reduced by 10% in year 1.
Plans are in place for building and program
expansions.
Pre-Retirement Services are in place for clients.
Clients are connected to outside services.
The client policy manual is being used.
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Goals, Objectives and Performance Measures
Value for Money
Resources are used in the most efficient and effective manner to deliver high
quality services.
We aspire to ensure the
highest quality of services for our clients
while ensuring a positive financial climate.
Objectives
a. Ensure financial sustainability by:
adhering to financial controls and
accountabilities.
accessing external funding where possible to maximize
programming for clients in the community and in the BASC.
b. Create a positive workplace for staff, with ongoing feedback, open
communication and opportunities for learning and growth.
c. Develop a long term Capital Plan with annual strategies to address:
Optimization of space.
Exploration of potential expansion.
Plans in place for replacement of equipment and furniture.
Building safety and emergency measures.
d. Develop and implement Standards from Directions Council.
We will know we are there when…
Actual expenditures are within budget.
Annual fundraising goals met.
Capital Plan is developed by 2019.
Room dividers are installed.
Succession Planning and talent
management strategies are in place.
We have 1 corporate sponsor.
At least 3 new storage areas are developed
within the building.
Standards from Directions Council are implemented.
Goal
3
$ Value
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Strategic Plan 2017 – 2022 At a Glance
Goals Community Integration
Clients are integrated in the Community.
Clients First Client needs are at the core of everything we do.
Value for Money Resources are used in the most efficient and effective manner to deliver high quality services.
Objectives Seek strategic partnerships in the community to support the BASC and client growth and development.
Offer to rotate clients through Departments in the building to optimize client experience to achieve their fullest potential.
Ensure financial sustainability by:
adhering to financial controls and accountabilities;
accessing external funding where possible.
Identify clients and develop customized strategies to optimize their success integrating into the community.
Develop Individual Program Plans (IPP) for all clients to support personal growth and development.
Create a positive workplace for staff, with ongoing feedback, open communication and opportunities for learning and growth.
Involve the community in fundraising events and volunteer work with the Bridge Adult Service Centre (BASC) throughout the year. Create +implement a Client Policy Manual.
Reduce client waitlist. Expand our building and programs to accommodate people with disabilities.
Develop a long term Capital Plan with annual strategies to address:
Optimizing space ;
Exploring potential expansion;
Replacement of equipment and furniture;
Building safety and emergency measures. Implement Standards from Directions Council.
Performance Measures
The number of clients volunteering/working in the community is maintained or expanded.
Individualized daily schedules developed for 75% of clients in year one.
Actual expenditures are within budget Room dividers installed. Succession Planning and Talent Management in place.
Where feasible, Developmental Clients interact in the community on a monthly basis. The community participates in three fundraising events a year.
Individual Program Plans developed for all clients in year one. Client wait list reduced by 10% in year one.
Annual fundraising goals met. Scotia Bank is a corporate sponsor.
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Strategic Plan 2017 – 2022 At a Glance
Community Integration
Clients are integrated in the Community.
Clients First Client needs are at the core of everything we do.
Value for Money Resources are used in the most efficient and effective manner to deliver high quality services.
Performance Measures
Two more Strategic Partnerships established.
Pre-retirement services for clients. Connect clients to outside services.
Three new storage areas are developed within the building.
Volunteer presentations 5 times a year. (Art, crafts and music.)
Client Policy Manual in use. Standards from Directions Council are implemented.