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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
Office: 905-460-5025
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Health benefits -- prescription drugs, dental care, vision care
- medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies
- transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance
- Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
- batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids
- guide dogs
- pecial Diet Allowance may be available
- child care costs
- Work-related benefit
- Transitional health benefit
- Employment Transition Benefit
Employment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Sun 24 hrs -- automated information and payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
Welfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867, welfare.fraud.css@ontario.ca-- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud
- troubled youth
- intellectual disability and deaf plus individuals
- youth and adults with behavioural, emotional or psychiatric problems
- young offenders
- dually diagnosed individuals
Services include:
- children's and adult's group homes
- PAH Children's Mental Health Program: partnership with Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) * provide specialized children's mental health service for the deaf and hard of hearing children, youth and their families
- Assisted Living Program for Deaf Seniors age 65 and older who require personal assistance with activities of daily living
- Outreach Services: Personal Support Workers (PSW) provide in-home assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, medications reminder), light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation
- Respite care and parent relief: provides deaf individuals with special needs who live at home the opportunity to meet new friends and become involved in new activities in a signing environment while offering parents a break from the challenges of daily care * subsidized by an Individual's Passport funding, respite options can also be purchased in Toronto or Milton during the day, overnights and weekends as well as a number of activity based camps and workshops are offered throughout the year
- Sign Language Services: Classes are offered for hearing individuals from Grade 9 and up * courses are provided in Toronto and Milton & American Sign Language (ASL) instructors are certified to teach using the Signing Naturally Curriculum
- Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf (BRHD): 64-bed home long-term care facility in Barrie provides a home-like atmosphere while supporting resident's independence, sense of belonging and dignity * services include 24-hour nursing care, physicians, physiotherapy, personal support workers (PSW) to assist with the activities of daily living * activities and programs are directed by residents * housekeeping, hairdressing services, foot care, dental and eye clinics are also available * all meals are cooked on site
Services and Programs:
- Community Participation Supports - Adult Day Services
- Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf
- PAH!
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
Futures Summer Program - work readiness opportunity for youth aged 16-21; includes work-readiness workshops, social activities, and work experience opportunities
Weekend Respite Programs -- groups for students 13-17 years; various activities including sports, movies, sight-seeing
March Break Activities -- recreational opportunities for youth 13-21 years
Summer Teen Activity Program -- community activities for students 13-21 years, including sports, art, shopping, movies, sight-seeing, special events
Children's Summer Support Program -- provides one-to-one support to children 4-12 years of age who have an intellectual disability, while they participate in a local day camp program
Employment services for persons with disabilities, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing
- individual employment counselling
- disability disclosure and overcoming barriers to employment
- pre-employment training and workshops
- labour market information
- resumes and cover letters
- job search techniques
- job coaching
- access to accommodation, assistive devices and supports
- post-hiring support
Business Services for employers and community groups:
- workplace accommodation and accessibility assessments
- workshops in AODA (Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) compliance
- wage incentives for qualified participants -- call or email for details
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- 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
All services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of individual client groups including Persons with Disabilities and Persons on Social Assistance
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
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
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
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
Office: 905-270-2250
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Programs and services may be accessed by phone, via email or video conferencing -- call 905-670-1967 to inquire and your request will be routed to the appropriate division
For the Calendar of events, workshops and other programs CLICK HERE
Settlement services -- orientation to Canadian culture and society
- information and referral
- assistance with forms filling for social assistance applications, health cards, other benefits
- interpretation and translation services
- commissioner of oaths services for verifying documents
- planning and goal setting
- job search techniques
- resumes and cover letters
- interview skills
- overcoming barriers to employment
- career exploration workshops
- individual assessment and counselling
- psycho-vocational assessment
- skills development
- work hardening program
- overcoming barriers to employment
- simulated work environments in light industrial and office clerical settings
General Inquiries: 519-824-2480
Fax: 519-821-6174
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Offers employment / job skills building, life skill development, education and literacy, personal interest courses and volunteering in the community.
- Community Living Centre - East Wellington (Erin)
- Supported Independent Living program (Erin)
- EmployMEnt Options (Erin)
Employment and training opportunities for persons with disabilities, including specialized services for those who are deaf or hard of hearing
- individual employment counselling
- disability disclosure and overcoming barriers to employment
- pre-employment training and workshops
- labour market information
- resumes and cover letters
- job search techniques
- job coaching
- access to accommodation, assistive devices and supports
- post-hiring support
- now offering incentives for eligible individuals who are interested in accessing remote work opportunities
- essential skills upgrading for clients preparing for employment or returning to school
- resumes and cover letters
- job search techniques
- interview preparation
- online applications
- paid work experience with job coaching throughout the employment period
- support to find job placement or further education or training
- candidate recruitment and selection services
- workplace accommodation and accessibility assessments and audits
- workshops in AODA (Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) compliance
- support for employers with purchase of disability related equipment (where eligible; Personal Protective Equipment/PPE not included)
- wage incentives for qualified participants
- call or email for details
Office: 905-755-9734
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Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- 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
- 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
Employment services for persons with disabilities
- employment counselling and job coaching
- workshops and other pre-employment training
- job search techniques
- resumes and cover letters
- overcoming barriers to employment
- financial supports
- return to work planning
- post-hiring support
- career fairs
ODSP Employment Support Program
- assists persons with disabilities to locate and retain employment
- includes assistance with job search, interview preparation, job placement and ongoing support
- applicants do not need to be receiving income support from ODSP to be eligible for employment supports
Employability Health Support Services (EHSS):
- for individuals with disabilities 15 years or older wishing to train for job placement as a health support service worker
- must be legally able to work in Canada
- must be unemployed or not working more than 20 hours per week, and not receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits
- participant must not be enrolled in full time education or training
Enabling Trades:
- training youth 15-29 years old with disabilities who are interested in starting or completing an apprenticeship, for work in industrial construction and manufacturing -- including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, heavy equipment operation, welding, tool and die manufacture, sheet metal work
- occupational therapy assessment, employment counselling, academic upgrading and digital literacy
- funding for disability related costs, tools, work clothing
- resume building and interview preparation
- job matching, coaching and support
For employers
- hiring incentives
- accessibility audits
- workshops on AODA compliance
Office: 905-607-3463
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COVID19 -- contact organization for service updates
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- 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
All services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of individual client groups including Persons with Disabilities and Persons on Social Assistance
Better Jobs Ontario Program -- 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
- 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
Education and training programs that encourage independence in all stages of life
- life skills training
- job readiness
- radio broadcast training
- advocacy and referral
- counselling and support
- education and training for the public
Office: 905-897-3100
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Health benefits -- prescription drugs, dental care, vision care
- medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies
- transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance
- Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
- batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids
- guide dogs
- Special Diet Allowance may be available
child care costs
- Work-related benefit
- Transitional health benefit
- Employment Transition Benefit
Employment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Sun 24 hrs -- automated information and payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
Welfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867, welfare.fraud.css@ontario.ca-- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud
Services for people on the autism spectrum disorder and their families * some events and programs are offered virtually * check website for details
- Community events: hosts fun, interactive events, designed to bring the autism community together and empower guests to socialize in safe and entertaining environments. Our signature event, the annual Holiday Party, has been welcoming and spreading joy amongst hundreds of families for 15 years
- Legends Mentoring program: hosts themed group workshops, such as art, athletic and tech workshops, providing youth on the spectrum with opportunities to learn skills, socialize and make friends, all under the guidance of caring mentors
- Employment mentoring: supports the integration of young adults with autism into the workforce through paid placements and mentorship, and connects employers with qualified candidates
- Inclusive Housing Program: currently in development in collaboration with community partners from multiple sectors, these long-term care solutions are designed to address the growing housing gap in the autism community, giving more aging adults on the spectrum a place to call home
- volunteer mentor opportunities available
Services for people on the autism spectrum
- mutual support, guidance, and networking
- employment skills, mentoring and paid placements for those 18-30 years on the autism spectrum
- skill building workshops, recreation, social activities and events
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
Options Training Program -- social enterprise which operates as a retail printing and business services store * participants take part in all aspects of store activities and receive training in customer Service, operating a cash register,faxing, scanning, binding and collating and sorting and logging of parcels
Art and Media Program -- an outlet for participants to express themselves through art * program covers many mediums and will occasionally include guest facilitators * art work will be featured in quarterly Port Credit newsletter * also offers a retail space for participants to display and sell selected pieces of art * a percentage of sales will be shared
In the Kitchen Program -- training in kitchen safety, cooking techniques, professional hygiene/sanitation practices and proper practices for serving food * students will help organize and run catering functions and gain experience on the job while also earning money through profit sharing
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
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