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Focus for Change program provides strong stimulus -it's JiiieliiFocus, for Change and changing the lives of single parents for the better is the goal of a new program at Conestoga College. Pat Arbuckle Chronicle Staff The 15-week course, sponsored by the Canada Employment Centre and Social Ser- vices, will be offered by the college for the first time this fall at the Waterloo and Cambridge campuses. Focus for Change is primarily aimed at single parents, explained Marjorie Komer who describes the program as a "bridge" from dependence on Social Assistance to self-sufficiency. Komer will teach the course at the Waterloo campus. "There is a definite need for the program,', she said. "We believe that most women on social assistance would like to get off it and raise their families without assistance. If they have the motivation. this provides an opportu- nity for them to become financially indepen- dent through further schooling or becoming prepared for the job market." Komer, along with teacher Ann Wine of Cambridge and eo-ordinator Judy Stewart, drew up the curriculum for the program during the summer after visiting colleges throughout Ontario where similar courses are offered. -- - . During the 15 weeks, half of each school day will be spent studying mathematics and communications (English). Students will be assessed according to their level of math and English skills and will be working on individu- al programs, advancing at their own pace, explained Komer. Waterloo tire chiel John Staller (lelt) Monday received a gilt ot tour bibles from Captain Bott Grove (right) treasurer ot the Feilowshlp of Christian Firefighters. Metro West Chapter. As part ot their program, the FCF has undertaken a ministry to place bibles in lirehails throughout the province. Waterloo's is the 14th department in Ontario to receive the bibles. Grove said tire chiels in Ontario “are very glad to receive the bibles and we're glad to do it ... they realize there‘s a lot ot strain in their men's lives" because oi the nature of their work. Chronicle photo TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: ROTARY CENTRE 828 King St. W. Kitchener, phone 579-3850 AND: VIC FOSTER'S TRAVEL The Concourse. Waterloo Town Square Phone 886-1420 Con rtcsy $55 PER COUPLE - DINNER & DANCING PROCEEDS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CHARITIES NRIDAY, SEPT. 23rd BINGEMAN PARK WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO ROTARY CLUB of WATERLOO Holidays by Wardair JAMAICA Jamaica Tourist Board Bea Wind Hotel "Objectives will be selected for each student based on the student's ability and vocational goals," Ae added. The remainder of the day will be devoted to learning life skills, an umbrella term for a number of different areas of study aimed at helping the individual become a more respon- sible member of the community. During the sessions, effort will be made to develop the students' self-awareness, self-confidence and knowledge of community resources. A 12-day work experience component will also provide students with an opportunity for observation and, in some cases, actual hands-on experience in a job situation. Focus for Change is open to any single parent who is currently on Social Assistance and although the 15 students who have been selected to begin the course Monday at the Waterloo campus are all women, men are welcome too, said Korner. She feels the course will particularly appeal to anyone who is "looking for other career goals to become self-sufficient through meaningful employ- ment or further training programs." Applicants must take part in an interview to determine whether they are suitable for the program. Because it is sponsored by the Canada Employment Centre and Social Ser- vices, there is no cost to the students and while enrolled they will continue to receive full Social Assitance payments. Babysitting and transportation will be provided where neces- sary. -u.,. For more information on the Focus for Change program, contact the Waterloo campus of Conestoga College at 8850300. presents .ISLAND ANTASY’83 WAYEI‘QO CtrNtAtLW, WWY. SEPTEMBER to. 183 - PAGE M” St Clair ALL IH-STOCK WALLPAPER 886-3791 Mon.-Wed.--9:30 to 5:30 Thtsrs.-rrl.--9t30 to 9:00 Sat.---) to 5:30 WATERLOO SQUARE Waterloo (Near K Mart) SAVE 'soo 4Iitre PREMIUM INTERIOR on. AND LATEX PAINT FROM ' ll oth,,, GIFT OF BIBLES FROM , I V 4LCAN OVER 400 COLOURS AND WHITE TriirixiiFt an'd paper people WAHRLOO STORES ONLY Thgpamt aha paper people CONESTOGA MAM . Waterloo (Near K Mart) 806-2789 Mort.-Fri.-9:30 to 9:30 Sat.---) to 6.00 ERIE} -.B.o-.- '--."