Empower, The Disability Resource Centre 

Address: 4 Escasoni Place, St. John’s, NL A1A 3R6 

Mandate:

To provide support, resources and opportunities for empowerment, which enable persons with disabilities to make informed choices about their lives. 

Target Population:

People of all ages who have any type/combination of disabilities.

Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:

• Advocacy Services: Empowering the consumer to do their own advocacy, we help people build their own skills and determine their own approach to solve the problems they face. 
• Employer Supports and Services: Providing services, supports, and education to business, employers, government, and service providers, this program aims to showcase the value of hiring people with disabilities as a viable labour source. 
• Career Services: Offering help in a variety of ways as requested by the individual. 
• Independent Living Internships: Allows those with disabilities to access help within their own communities while providing an opportunity for them to provide the same services to others.
  • For additional information about interns available in your community, or if you are interested in becoming an intern, contact the IL Manager at 709-722-4031 ext 203, 866-722-4031, and Email: penny@empowernl.ca. 
• Peer Support: A number of groups provide opportunities to share and learn with those who have personally experienced a similar issue.
  • Peer Support Groups 
  • Find a Support Group 
  • Peer Support FAQ 
• Technology Services: Providing the tools and knowledge needed to access the internet and computers in general.
  • In the CAP room, there is a wide range of computer hardware and software all in a fully accessible environment. Anyone can come in and try out a piece of equipment to see what works best for them. 
  • Adaptive Technology (AT) Program 
  • AT Internship 
  • Community Access Program (CAP) 
• Volunteer Services: Volunteers play an important role in ensuring programs and services are offered and the needs of those who use them are met. Click here for the Volunteer FAQ page.