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Services offered to individuals who have a developmental disability, include:

• residential support includes group homes and a supported independent living program
• LifeShare Program provides alternative living arrangements for children and adults who have a developmental disability
• Employment Services includes employment planning, supports coordination, job training, placement and maintenance, and travel route training
• Day Programs teach participants skills they need to enrich their quality of life and provide inclusive recreational activities
• Children's Inclusion Services provide resource support to children who have a developmental disability attending preschools or daycare centres
• Respite program provides after school or evening care in a safe and caring environment for individuals with a developmental disability allowing parents and caregivers an interval of rest from their busy schedules

Offers employment supports for people with disabilities who want to work in competitive part-time and full-time employment

• matches clients to jobs geared to their interests or long-term goals
• offers retention services to employers in Halton Region

Career Consultation services:

• assess individual's needs and match them with correct resources and support
• provide case management
• help to identify and analyze an individual's skills
• help to select an appropriate employment path

Job Preparation programs include:

• work adjustment training
• work hardening
• help to develop and improve skills
• improve performance and enhance employability

Job Placement services include:

• job development services
• job coaching/management
• help individuals find and adjust to their new positions in the workforce

Program offers financial assistance to help individual/family with essential living expenses

• benefits, for individual/family, including prescription drugs and vision care
• help finding and keeping a job, and with career advancement

Program offers two types of support:

Income Support: financial assistance provided each month to help with the costs of basic needs, like food, clothing and shelter

• also includes benefits for clients and their eligible family members
• health benefits (prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision care, medical supplies, medical transportation, pregnancy and breastfeeding nutritional allowance, extended health benefit)
• disability-related benefits (assistive devices, additional help for hearing aids and mobility devices, guide dog benefit)
• employment incentives and benefits (employment and training start up benefit, coverage for up-front child care costs, work-related benefit, transitional health benefit, employment transition benefit)
• transition child benefit

Employment Supports: services and supports to help clients with disabilities find and keep a job, and advance their careers

Interactive Voice Response (IVR) automated information and payment details, file status 1-800-808-2268 (service not available to TTY users), Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun 12 noon-5 pm

Welfare Fraud Hotline to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud 1-800-394-7867 or welfare.fraud.css@ontario.ca

Provides real work experience to individuals with barriers by offering services such as shredding, scanning, mailing preparation, light assembly and packaging to local businesses.

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• comprehensive employment and job search services
• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Offers employment services to people with disabilities.
Services include:

• employment needs assessment
• career planning
• employment counselling
• job search skills training
• job placement services
• assessments of disability related accommodations
• case management and follow-up

Also offers employee recruiting services to businesses. These services include:

• space for job fairs and interviews
• access to post job opportunities on PATH's job board
• support once job placements are filled

Programs are funded in part by the government of Canada and the government of Ontario.

Program assists people with disabilities in finding sustainable, competitive employment or to helping to realize self-employment. A person does not need to be in receipt of ODSP in order to be eligible for Employment Supports.
Employment Supports Include:

• job preparation and job search assistance
• employment and training start-up benefit
• child care costs
• work related benefit
• transitional health benefit
• employment transition benefit

Transition Child Benefit is available for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the Canada Child Benefit.
Contact or visit the website for more details about ODSP benefits.

Due to Covid-19 there is currently no in-person programming. Staff are connecting with clients and employers via telephone, Zoom, email and Facebook.

Program assists persons with disabilities to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. It focuses on the needs of each person to develop skills to improve their employability through one-on-one and group coaching at YWCA Hamilton and work placement through workplace experience.

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• comprehensive employment and job search services
• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario​ -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

OntarioEquine Education and Employment Program -- a Skills Development Fund project,delivered in partnership with Ontario Harness Horse Association and EquineGuelph, begin an exciting career in the equine industry.

• 6-week virtual equine training course
• Learn from industry experts
• Discover difference careers working with horses
• Work experience opportunity after completion of equine training course

Major services:

• job placement for persons with physical, mental health and developmental disabilities
• employment plans that outline the steps to reach a job goal
• job coaches who focus on keeping the job
• self-employment mentoring to test feasibility of new ideas

Partners with Ontario Disability Supports Program (ODSP), Employment Ontario (EO), Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), Centre for Skills Development, YMCA and Sheridan College on employment initiatives for people with disabilities

A program that focuses on skill building, pre-employment opportunities and literacy skills, providing meaningful day supports to adults with developmental disabilities. Pre-Employment program training includes assisting individuals to identify job skills and interests, resume writing, interview skills, job search and some job coaching.

Offers a number of Community Day Service locations throughout Oakville * the goal of each location is to provide an array of opportunities for each person to participate in meaningful day time, educational, leisure and social opportunities


Innovations:

• a person centered option, where prospects are based on personal interests and interests of the group
• features a strong community focus, allowing people to partake in social, recreational and volunteer opportunities within their community
• offers a variety of activities where people choose what they want to participate in such as the computer lab, arts room, music room, current events room or meditation room * each area assists people to engage in creative forms of learning amongst their peers
• offered Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm

STEPP (Skills Training to Enable Personal Progress):

• offered to people who wish to develop skills and build relationships with others
• participants have the ability to explore their talents while enhancing their literacy, numeracy and various skills of interest
• also offers recreational opportunities, community engagement and volunteering and a strong focus on healthy living and personal growth
• offered Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm

Summer Respite

• provides a safe and caring environment for children and young adults between the ages of 5 and 21
• activities include games, Snoezelen room, community events, parks, music, sports, arts and crafts and life skills
• contact Neil Rogers at 289-795-5130

Provides a range of support services to children, youth and adults who have developmental disabilities and their families

Community Day Services:

• XCEL: offer a variety of activities, creating exciting opportunities for people to develop their skills while building relationships with others * offered Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm * contact Julie Bisbicos, Day Services Manager at 905-464-5838

Residential Services

• supported independent living: offers varying amounts of support to people where they live based on their individual needs
• 24 hour support: provides support for up to 5 people residing in a group living setting

Employment services:

• helps individuals to find/maintain employment in the community
• job coaches work with the person and employer to achieve successful employment in the Oakville area
• job coaches also provide support for a volunteer/work experience, work training and/or situational assessment

Summer Respite:

• provides a safe and caring environment for children and young adults between the ages of 5 to 21
• activities include games, music, sports, arts and crafts and life skills
• contact Neil Rogers, 289-795-5130

Senior Connections:

• funded by New Horizons Seniors Program
• offers adults 55+ the opportunity to attend recreation and leisure activities that promote health and wellness and foster relationship building with community members
• contact Neil Rogers, 289-795-5130

Services and Programs:

• Community Participation Supports - Day Services
• Residential Services

Employment resources and coaching to help people with disabilities to find sustainable employment in Ontario:

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• match candidates and employers and provide retention supports
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Continuing to provide virtual and modified services using email, phone, text, and video conferencing, while also gradually re-opening office locations to be able to support clients virtually or in-person. Check website for current status.

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Employment Connections Program includes:

• employment planning - developing a realistic employment goal
• support coordination - assistance with successful transition to employment; advice on funding supports to access training and employment opportunities
• employment preparation - assistance with resume updates, job searches, applications and interview skills, vocational life skills training
• job placement - assistance with job searches by establishing contacts that can lead to employment
• on the job training/coaching - providing support to individuals while training on the job
• job maintenance - providing ongoing follow-up to help maintain employment

Youth Employment Program provides:

• a client centered program that responds to the varied employment needs of transitional aged youth,16 to 24 years, who are experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues
• outreach service to meet youth in the community, accessing at-risk youth who traditionally are not seeking services
• youth-oriented service that will assist youth in developing the skills they need to become contributing members of their communities

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Continuing to provide virtual and modified services using email, phone, text, and video conferencing, while also gradually re-opening office locations to be able to support clients virtually or in-person. Check website for current status.

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Employment Connections Program includes:

• employment planning - developing a realistic employment goal
• support coordination - assistance with successful transition to employment; advice on funding supports to access training and employment opportunities
• employment preparation - assistance with resume updates, job searches, applications and interview skills, vocational life skills training
• job placement - assistance with job searches by establishing contacts that can lead to employment
• on the job training/coaching - providing support to individuals while training on the job
• job maintenance - providing ongoing follow-up to help maintain employment

Youth Employment Program provides:

• a client centered program that responds to the varied employment needs of transitional aged youth,16 to 24 years, who are experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues
• outreach service to meet youth in the community, accessing at-risk youth who traditionally are not seeking services
• youth-oriented service that will assist youth in developing the skills they need to become contributing members of their communities

CLNH provides support and services to children and adults with special needs for adults * volunteers and placement opportunities available, contact by email at volunteers@clnh.on.ca

Services for adults include:

Residential Accommodations

• provides residential support to adults with developmental disabilities
• homes located in Acton, Milton and Georgetown
• people receiving support can share a home with up to four other people
• 24-hour care is provided by staff on a shift-rotation basis
• residential services include: assistance with day-to-day routines * development of skills in meal preparation, household responsibilities, shopping, budgeting, and all aspects of daily living * administer medications and treatments * medical, dental and specialist consultations and follow-up * leisure and recreational activities

Supported Independent Living (SIL)

• provides adults with an intellectual disability living in their own homes with the necessary supports to develop community connections and empowers people to live independently within their community
• tailor to individual's unique needs, abilities, desires and goals
• services include: financial planning and budgeting * medical coordination * meal planning and preparation * apartment management including tenant-landlord issues * organizing social and recreational activities * supporting the involvement of family and friends and exercising one's rights
• for more information contact Pam Pereira at 1-888-941-1121 or ppereira@clnh.on.ca

Job/Work Skills and Opportunities (21+ years)

• provides minimum support services and job opportunities to individuals to enable them to be competitively employed in the community
• assists with job search, job training and maintaining employment
• foundational job skill building such as mock interviews, resume writing, skills assessments, and volunteering help ready individuals for employment
• offered in Acton, Georgetown and Milton areas
• local volunteering opportunities give individuals the framework to build upon skills if they are not quite ready for work

Community Supports + Rec and Leisure Programs

• encourages goal-setting and advancing in areas of interest as well as recreation and leisure activities
• can be offered through the week, evenings and weekends flexibility of services after business hours
• after school respite
• contact Karen Wilson at kwilson@clnh.on.ca or call 905-878-7656 ext 244

The HUB

• offered within Inclusive Supports, the HUB is community-based with an emphasis on communication, recreation, education, volunteerism, and wellness
• This program engages our supported individuals 7 days a week with a focus on assisting those with significant behavioural challenges

Adult Day Program

• Programs in both Milton and Georgetown
• Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm
• Activities include onsite and community fun (cooking, movies, crafts, games, and so much more!)
• Activities are chosen based on participant input and abilities
• Fee-for-service (Passport funding may be utilized)
• For more information please contact passports@clnh.on.ca

A non-profit organization providing assistance to individuals with a developmental disability so that they may live in a state of dignity and participate in all elements of community living to their fullest potential * volunteer opportunities available


Services for Children and Youth (birth to 25 years of age) include:

• child and family services (birth to 12 years of age * types of support varies * children must be attending in a licensed child care program * service coordination, program consultation and advocacy including transition to school)
• transitions - planning for high school to adulthood (ages 14-25 * information sessions about future life directions * assist with the transition from school to work opportunities, community based activities and community living * assistance with referrals to community activities)
• recreational and respite programs: Saturday Centre * summer camps * after school respite * 5 to 21 years of age
• Ontario Autism Program (OAP)/ OAP Entry to School Program/ Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) * in partnership with Kerry's Place, ErinoakKids, and Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Central West Region * ages 0-18

Services for Adults include:

• Residential accommodations (24-hour care) * homes are located in Acton, Georgetown and Milton * supports are designed to meet each person's needs and goals * contact Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-888-941-1121 or email dso@dscwr.com to access supports and services
• Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Life Skills * services include financial planning/budgeting, medical coordination, meal planning/preparation, apartment management inclusive of tenant-landlord issues, organizing social/recreational activities, supporting involvement of the person's family and friends and exercising one's rights
• Employment Skills and Volunteer Opportunities: community employment * assist with job searches, job training and maintaining employment in the community
  
• Recreational programs : Adult Day Programs (21 years+ * Mon-Fri 9am-3pm), Friday Friends (21-35 years of age) and the Drop-In Centre (35 years+)
• full-day summer camps (21 years+)

Services and Programs:

• Adult Services and Supports
• Services for Children and Youth

Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers

• help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention