Searching for Supportive (semi-independent) Housing

COVID-19 (26 May 2020): Services remain available, intake still conducted until further notice.

Supportive housing comprised of:

• 34 rental units for adults living with mental illness and/or concurrent disorder
• 58 Residential Services beds for adults 55 years and older who need support in their housing

Service include:

• staff support available 24 hours
• onsite healthcare

Housing is designed to support residents based on individuals needs with an emphasis on recovery and allow individuals the flexibility to move from one level of support to another

Retirement residence

Memory Care Community

• 71 suite secure residence divided into four living communities, each with own secure outdoor courtyard and common area
• single story building
• suites equipped with emergency call systems
• wheelchair accessible bathrooms with walk-in showers
• connections for phone, cable and internet
• individual heating and air conditioning controls in each suite
• window coverings included
• six secured outdoor courtyards
• month-to-month lease agreements available
• pet friendly
• specialized recreation and leisure activities
• socialization with peer interaction
• nutritious homemade meals
• personal grooming
• two in-house medical specialists

Lifeskills

• provides encouragement, opportunities and experiences
• promotes self-development, and foster interdependent relationships

Programs:

Community Participation Support (Day Program):

• traditional lifeskills program, pre-vocational program and a relaxed/sensory program (virtual, mobile and in-person)

Home Share Program:

• supports individuals with a developmental disability who live with staff in the staff's home

Residential Support:

• 7 residential program locations where total care/high medical needs or those requiring skill development in daily living and/or behavioral supports are offered

Support Independent Living:

• supports individuals who live in their own apartments, either alone or with a friend

Support Apartment Living:

• individuals share an apartment with one other individual and are supported by staff Mon-Fri 24 hours
• there are a small number of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments close together on one or two floors
• technology is used to assist staff in supervising and monitoring individual needs and/or activities

COVID-19 (17 Feb 2021): Essential visitors only will be permitted to enter until further notice.

Private retirement residence offering independent living

• 66 independent living suites
• 22 assisted living suites
• 21 memory care suites.

Services include

• three meals a day
• housekeeping
• laundry
• 24 hours nursing
• and more

Amenities include

• raised garden beds
• movie theater
• health and wellness component
• chapel
• and more

Recreation includes

• art
• walking
• card games
• and more

Retirement residence offering a full continuum of care

• fully furnished suites can be rented for guest stays, trial periods, convalescent and respite care
• choice of independent living, residential care and assisted living
• options of one and two bedroom suites, one bedroom with a den, studio suites and studios, some with balconies or patios
• memory care on secure assisted living floor

Amenities:

• flexible meal plans and snacks
• housekeeping and laundry services
• 24-hour emergency response
• around-the-clock professional nursing staff
• bus available for planned outings
• activity programs
• smoke-free building

COVID-19 (20 Oct 2021): Essential visitors only will be permitted to enter until further notice.

Private full service retirement residence owned by Chartwell

• capacity of 200
• independent apartments
• residential suites
• assisted living suites

Services:

• Memory Care Unit
• counseling
• daily and weekly housekeeping
• meals and snacks
• medication administration and supervision
• personal laundry
• pharmacy services
• physician on call
• visiting physician
• recreation program
• respite and convalescent care
• permanent registered nursing care on site
• transportation
• tray service
• medical specialist
• visiting dental service
• visiting lab service
• visiting physiotherapist
• visiting podiatrist
• vitals monitoring
• assistance with medical appointments
• palliative and restorative care
• foot care
• medical equipment and supplies

Special Amenities:

• seven story building
• garden
• gazebo
• close to shopping centre
• hairdresser
• bank
• convenience store
• grocery
• pharmacy
• restaurants
• doctor's office
• dental services
• personal counseling
• physiotherapist
• churches
• community
• public transit
• special events

Building Amenities:

• Air conditioning
• beauty salon
• central dining room
• fire and smoke alarms
• fitness room
• crafts and games room
• television room
• library
• lounges
• private dining room
• resident storage
• tuck shop
• wheelchair accessible
• whirlpool
• laundry room
• lounges
• exterior and underground parking

Suite Amenities:

• Individually-controlled air conditioning and heating
• emergency call system
• fire and smoke alarms in each suite
• security entry system
• kitchenette
• private bath with shower and bathtub
• sprinkler in each suite

Long-term support for individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness

• mental health case management
• women's group
• 1st connection monthly luncheon
• back to school back to work program
• psychiatric assessment client

Substance Abuse Program for African Canadian and Caribbean Youth (SAPACCY):

• culturally adaptive Mental Health and Addiction support

Non-profit supportive housing for 12 adults with physical challenges

• attendant care
• support for individual growth and development
• community activities
• private rooms for all residents plus common rooms
• shared housekeeping facilities

Funds community agencies that, in turn, help people who experience homelessness and those at risk of becoming homeless through a system of services that ranges from preventing homelessness to helping people find permanent housing

Funded Programs:

Emergency Shelters:

• subsidizes permanent shelter spaces in one City-operated family shelter, eight community shelter providers and overflow facilities as needed
• shelter operators provide a variety of services including meals, a place to sleep, and case management, including practical assistance
• all clients are assessed and referred to the social and health services they need
• each shelter has a housing support worker to help clients find long-term housing and settle into the community
• no one who needs emergency shelter is turned away and other option are assessed to ensure no one is left without shelter

Support Services- Supported Housing:

• case management support workers assist clients with activities provided in their own homes through scheduled visits, such as life skills to support independent living
• individuals live in scattered units across the city including units that are block-leased by the service provider

Support Services - Housing-Based Case Management:

• managers assist people who are unsheltered and/or in emergency shelters to find appropriate housing, learn relevant life skills, and promote an improved quality of life by facilitating timely access to community supports, thereby enhancing housing stability and supporting long-term housing retention

Outreach:

• funds a number of homelessness outreach teams whose functions include helping people who are on the street to access emergency shelters and to obtain housing, as well as supporting people experiencing homelessness by preventing or reducing potential harm and connecting them to health and social services

COVID-19 (July 6, 2021): until further notice, essential visitors only will be permitted to enter

Private retirement residence for seniors that offers the following services:

• meals
• housekeeping
• transportation
• personal care
• leisure activities and health services that include medication supervision
• counselling
• 24 hour emergency staff assistance
• convalescent care
• vacation care
• respite
• permanent retirement
• trial stay
• assisted living and secure floors
• dementia care

On-call and scheduled attendant care services to adults with physical disabilities who are living in their own units within an apartment complex. The units provided by the housing provider are accessible and have been retrofitted to the needs of the consumer. Attendant service hours are customized to suit each individual lifestyle and to promote independence.

Fee-For-Service acquired brain injury program providing daily supports to individuals living with brain injury.

Attendant Services Outreach Program for adults with physical disabilities in Renfrew County.

Retirement residence offering a full continuum of care and personalized programs for everyday living

• independent supportive living such as individualized health care plans and more
• assisted living such as assistance with all activities of daily living or dining assistance
• short term stay
• respite or convalescent care stays
• memory care unit within a secure environment

Retirement Living package are customized to the individual needs, offering as little or as much as needed, in an environment that encourages and supports independence, dignity and respect

Amenities:

• three meals daily
• weekly housekeeping service
• 24 hour nursing supervision
• free laundry facilities
• recreational and social programs
• 24 hour café access
• emergency call bell system with personal push button pendant
• medication management
• group physiotherapy classes
• heat and hydro
• complimentary Wi-Fi

Acquired Brain Injury Residence

• 24-hour support for adults with an acquired brain injury
• fee-for-service respite is offered when space is available

Recreational Program:

• fee-for-service recreation leisure program for adults with an acquired brain injury
• fitness and Leisure Program is offered in Community Centres in the West End
• pre-registration is required
• fee per session

Therapeutic recreation and social leisure program:

• pre-registration is required

Outreach Support:

• individuals receive assistance to live independently in their own apartments in the community

ABI Club in Renfrew - Outreach in Renfrew County:

• recreational activities for individuals who cannot attend the club

Provides a nurturing and fulfilling environment for persons living with a mental illness in a stable, affordable housing and a supportive community

• dedicated to nurturing resident growth from isolation to inclusion, from stigma to acceptance and from uncertainty to trust
• volunteers provide support for residents in their daily activities and allowing them to live more independently

COVID-19 (17 September 2021): Essential visitors only will be permitted to enter until further notice.

Not-for-profit Retirement Residence and Senior Apartments

Retirement Residence Services:

• 3 meals and snacks daily
• Light housekeeping-bed making daily
• Housekeeping weekly
• Maintenance services daily upon request
• 24/7 Nursing services
• Medication management daily
• Activity & exercises programs daily

Senior apartments:

• One & two bedroom apartment rentals
• Emergency services on site

Non-profit organization

• provides day programming in a group setting to adults with developmental disabilities
• providing support for individuals with developmental disabilities with a 3:1 support ratio

Day program offers:

• flexible programming, developed around the interests and needs of participants
• a socially- and community-active program: fosters connections, grown, skill development
• fun and engaging activities

Retirement home dedicated to the care of women with dementia

• 16-unit home
• 24 hour care
• registered nursing staff
• medication management
• nutritious meals and snacks
• social, physical and educational activities
• spacious and secure outdoor space
• personal care assistance and direction

COVID-19 (June 16, 2022): Activities are cancelled.

Faith-based bilingual community for persons with developmental disabilities

• long-term homes
• activities held on Monday evenings, call before to confirm
• assistants (workers) usually live-in

Residential services, in a Jewish environment, for people with developmental disabilities

Include:

• group homes
• supported independent living
• respite care and in-home support
• summer and March break camp for children

Provides support to adults living with developmental disabilities to live independently or with a roommate in their own homes or apartments. Programs are based on Person Centered Planning and delivered usually in the home.

Services can include:

• meal preparation
• banking
• house keeping
• medical appointment

The level of support is determined on an individual basis and can range from several hours per day to a few hours each week.

Work together with people who experience disabilities to accomplish their goals and nurture communities where everybody belongs.

Programs:

Community Participation - offers opportunities for adults over 18 to engage in skills development, community involvement, employment, volunteer opportunities and recreational activities.

Employment Supports - offers opportunities for career assessment, skill development, employment workshops, support to network and navigate the job market and interview process, short term job coaching and ongoing follow up supports for career development.

Community Residences - provides a quality residential setting for people with exceptional needs who require assistance in daily living. In this type of setting, an individual may share a home or apartment with one to five people, while having access to support 24-hours a day. All support is person centred to help each individual reach their personal goals.

Residential care facility for women with developmental and/or psychiatric diagnosis or requiring Supportive Housing. Shared rooms

Services include:

• meals and snacks
• housekeeping
• personal care
• organized leisure activities
• assistance with money management and health services
• laundry services provided and laundry help if required
• medication supervision and 24-hour staff on site
• monthly hairdressing services and foot care provided as well as help accessing community resources

Supportive housing program for single women who are homeless or at risk of being homeless

42-unit facility

Services include:

• shared common space
• personnel support
• case management
• safety planning

Provides support services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families

Day Programs

Offering:

• instruction provided for adults in gross motor skills
• life skills
• cognitive and perceptual skills
• language and communication
• ongoing assessment
• individual program planning
• vocational and pre-vocational assessment and training
• sheltered employment
• job placement
• rehabilitation and employment options including school-to-work transition for adults aged 18 and over with multiple disabilities

Residential Programs

Offering:

• supported accommodation for adults in homes and apartments
• assessment and training in living skills for adults aged 18 and older
• group and individualized care
• may include those with dual diagnosis
• physical disabilities
• 18 residential sites which differ in degree of supervision and intensity of programs
• all focus on providing support, education and training in independent living skills

Family Support Programs: alternative support is provided for adults in families through In-Home and Out-of-Home Respite and Family Home Program

Group home with personal care:

• on-site health professionals
• medication monitoring
• assistance with the activities of daily living
• bathing, dressing, grooming
• simple wound dressings
• blood sugar and blood pressure monitoring
• laundry
• light housekeeping