vision
ENCAAS strives to be an example of experienced excellence in Community Service Provision in British Columbia. Proven professional practice increases individual centered outcomes and international recognition for the aboriginally based community services offered. We are committed to quality of service and dignified individual growth.
mission statement
We are an experienced team of professional advocates supporting the journey of individuals and our community in a culturally holistic environment that promotes outcome achievement through dignity and respect.
ENCAAS was established in June 2000 (formerly Aldoff Contracting)
our purpose
Provision of 24 hours/day, 7 days a week, therapeutic homes for children, youth and adults who are Children in Care of MCFD and/or Delegated Agencies or have a Service Agreement for Respite or adults who qualify for services through CLBC.
To provide individual care services to those who cannot remain in their own homes full time and cannot adjust to a family care home, but who still have the ability with supports, to function as members of the community.
To maintain a safe and structured environment that promotes growth for the individuals and their families. The home will be a safe, predictable and nurturing environment that facilitates transition into a healthy, productive lifestyle through caring and trust.
To initiate a care management team for individuals that will be comprised of a variety of appropriate community professionals as well as the individuals family, to decide upon the best plan of care with/for the individual. Service length will be decided by this team on an individual basis and will be determined by the persons’ age, maturity, care agreement and assistance required to integrate towards a new placement plan with family or independence.
To develop interactive relationships with individuals and their families and develop short and a long term life plans to be shared with appropriate care management partners.
To assist individuals in gaining life, job readiness, and academic skills and prepare persons served for various life planning paths with support services.
To provide crisis, stabilization, situation and lifestyle counseling and make appropriate referrals for long term counseling needs.
To provide cultural support services that promotes self-esteem, communication, life skills, and personal skills, including positive, healthy living, parenting and community interaction.
Our Beliefs
Every person has the right to be protected from abuse, neglect and harm.
Every person is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of race, creed, culture and socio-economic background.
Every person has the right & responsibility to have input into their life plan and make informed choices congruent with their own personal philosophy & values.
Every person’s physical, emotional, and developmental and stabilization needs are seriously considered when trying to maintain and enhance family ties.
The physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the individual must be addressed in all planning considerations.
The activities offered must assist with intellectual development, creative expression, personal safety, self-care and identity development of the individual.
Every person served needs access to community, cultural, spiritual and recreational activities.