About Pacekids
Pacekids Programs for Children with Motor Disabilities Society is a registered, non-profit, charitable organization run by a volunteer Board that consists of parents of children in the programs as well as other community members.
Originally called P.A.C.E. Rehabilitation Program for children with motor disabilities, we started with six children in October 1994 with the support of various philanthropic organizations.
Pacekids' services and support have stretched far beyond those original six children. In 2005, we served 95 children and their families, in addition to operating a number of summer camps. Today we have a Private ECS Operator Licence from Alberta Education, and continue to offer the only Family Support program for infants in Calgary through funding from Calgary and Area Child and Family Services, emphasizing the importance of the special needs child and the family unit. We additionally offer one-on-one aide support to all children enrolled in our programs.
Our Mission Statement
The Pacekids Society is family-focused and strives to offer excellence in the treatment of children with special needs, emphasizing a trans-disciplinary, direct-treatment approach.
Pacekids is committed to effective financial management and recognizes the value of all contributions and donations.
Our Beliefs & Values
- Empowering parents and children through education and support.
- Equal opportunity and access for all families.
- Diversity of programs and a variety of treatment in a number of settings, including home, centre, individual and group.
- Focus on ability versus inability.
- Children participate in therapeutic and educational programs through play.
Our Goals & Objectives
Accountability Goals
Pacekids is governed by consistent and accountable policies and adheres to efficient practices with stable and supportive human resources.
Capital Goals
Our independent Pacekids facility gives us the ability to meet our expanding needs.
Program Goals
Pacekids offers a blended education, therapeutic, active learning approach to young children with special needs and their families using the best principles available. Pacekids also offers an integrated environment for children with special needs, typical children and children requiring some form of therapy.
Community Goals
- Pacekids is a recognized community agency identified by its unique provision of treatment for children with motor disabilities.
- Pacekids strives for a strong identity as a preferred program for children with special needs;
- Through its philosophy and identity, Pacekids impacts outside agencies by increasing understanding of our blended approach.
Revenue Goals
Pacekids achieves balanced revenue generation from a diverse number of government agencies, corporate sponsors, philanthropic organizations and fundraising projects.