Bethesda
Colin Ashton has a Bachelor of Arts in Youth Work from Columbia Bible College. Colin has worked in various roles in the field of Human Resources and Pastoral care, including as a Human Resources Manager at Bethesda, Engagement Advisor at World Vision Canada, National Partner Relations Director at Compassion Canada, High School Pastor at Central Heights, and Associate Pastor of Youth & Families at Killarney Park. Currently, Colin is pursuing further education at Simon Fraser University.
Bethesda
Bethesda is a non-profit, registered charity that provides services for people with intellectual disabilities and their families. We recognize the God-designed necessity and value of each person and understand the reciprocal nature of service. Our services encourage choice and independence, while meeting the health and safety needs of each person. We work with each person, their family and their Circle of Support team to address each person’s unique intellectual, social, medical, emotional, spiritual, legal and recreational needs. Bethesda provides services to people with diverse abilities and their families throughout the province, including: • A variety of support options from staff-supported homes to community inclusion services for people with diverse abilities from Vancouver to the Okanagan. • Intentional communities in Smithers and Chilliwack. • Support to families of people with diverse abilities province-wide.