Searching for Disability Associations

Support group for people with Celiac disease, an intolerance to gluten

• holds meetings in Kingston

Community support group

• recreation, education, and integration through social opportunities
• public education
• offers different programs such as: after-school program, swim squad, tigers (martial arts), extra awesome on-the-town

Adult protective services for people with developmental disabilities

• client-directed program provides advocacy, case management and supportive counselling

A community-based charitable organization providing support, respite, inclusive seasonal camps and recreational programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

South East Region Passport Agency: Passport is a program intended to provide provision of access to Ministry-funded adult developmental services and supports for adults with developmental disabilities.

Family support:

• Assistance in accessing community services and financial resources such as Special Services at Home (SSAH), Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) and other funding programs/sources
• Adult Day Program (Mon-Fri)
• recreational/respite programs for children and teens, including - summer and March break camps, Professional Activity (PA) Day programs, weekend and evening programs
• specialized programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger's syndrome

Disability resource centre

• provides information, support, and skills-building programs that address disability issues in the community supports people with disabilities, their families, and the community

Information & Referral:

• helps connect people with community income support programs, recreation, attendant services, poverty relief, social supports, etc
• assists with the process of applying for programs such as Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPPD)

Peer Support Programs:

• allow individuals with disabilities to share experiences and knowledge
• participants share information about managing a disability and help each other in developing strategies to overcome barriers
• offers one-to-one support, a weekly social group, and a monthly diners' club

Independent Living Skills Development Services:

• assist individuals to find the resources they need and develop life management skills to reach their goals

Resource Centre:

• extensive community resource library that offers information on topics such as food, shelter, and disability services in the community
• also offers a computer lab with internet access equipped with accessibility features such as voice input and voice output software

Direct Funding Self-managed Attendant Services:

• see separate record for details

Disability Tax Credit Support Services:

• assist individuals to complete the Federal Disability Tax Credit Application to obtain the non-refundable tax credit that helps people with disabilities and their families reduce their income tax

Confidential health supportive services for people living with or who are affected by Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

• provides support groups, prison and regional outreach services
• information about HIV, antibody testing, safer sex, etc. as well as support and counselling
• comprehensive harm reduction services, including needle and syringe program, naloxone
• programs aimed at women, and men who have sex with men
• Trellis also operates the Integrated Care Hub at 661 Montreal Street, a low-barrier harm reduction centre for individuals who use substances and/or experience homelessness

COVID-19 (17 May 2023): Monthly meeting on Zoom going forward. To receive the link, email at chronicpainkingston@gmail.com

Support group for individuals with chronic pain

• support and guidance
• educational speaker events

Education and resources about learning disabilities (LD), and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• provides workshops
• Adaptive Technology instruction
• community awareness
• advocacy regarding the needs of people living with LD / ADHD

Volunteer-based, not-for-profit, health organization focused on finding a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of those affected

• Raises funds and organizes regular educational meetings
• Support/Volunteer meetings beginning with open discussion on living with Crohn's or colitis and open to all

Personal counselling services

• transition to college life
• anxiety or mood problems
• stress management
• conflict with family and friends
• sexuality
• substance use
• health related concerns
• referrals to other mental health programs

Accessibility services include:

• academic accommodations
• adaptive technologies
• learning strategies
• accessible testing services
• learning coach support
• support groups and transition events

Mutual support group for people whose lives have been touched by organ and tissue transplantation, for pre-operative and post-operative transplant recipients, and their friends and families

Promotion of and education on organ and tissue donation

Modest financial support may be offered to people in the transplant process

Disability association

• provides client-driven care which focuses on delivering individualized and quality-assured services needed for those with mobility impairments, and their families, during every step of recovery
• information, peer support, rehabilitation counselling, employment services, case management services, and community advocacy

Support group for parents of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other mental illnesses

• child care during meetings is not available
• parent workshop
• Walk 4 Kids Mental Health celebration

Regional chapter of a national voluntary health organization

• provides a variety of epilepsy and seizure disorder education programs
• responds to information requests
• offers client advocacy, counselling, and support
• support groups

Services include:

One-to-one support:

• addresses individual/family needs and concerns in a confidential and supportive environment
• service is available by phone, email, or at a place convenient to the client in their community

Educational Workshops:

• in-service presentations to businesses, schools, and community groups on what epilepsy is and how to help someone having a seizure
• presentations can be tailored to meet the needs of the group

Community displays:

• staffed displays to reach out to community members in order to increase community-wide awareness of our services and to increase knowledge and acceptance of epilepsy

Transportation Program:

• for persons with Epilepsy to assist them to attend medical appointments at the District Epilepsy Centre operated by Kingston Health Sciences Centre as well as community appointments

COVID-19 (23 Apr 2020): Due to COVID19, CHS offices are closed to the public. Services continue remotely by video; all services available via video conferencing.

Counselling program for people with hearing loss their families, caregivers and the general public

• home visits
• communication devices loans
• demonstration
• trial and sales
• supportive counselling
• advocacy
• education and information
• offers Hearing Help Classes and Tinnitus Support Groups and support to older adults with Meniere's
• offers in-service workshops on hearing loss to community agencies/groups that provide training and services to seniors.
• goal is to reduce isolation due to hearing loss and to increase independence and safety at individual's chosen home

Volunteer-based organization dedicated to the education, support and empowerment of persons affected by breast cancer

• resource library
• lending library for specialty
• clothing and wigs
• fitness programs
• Chestmates Dragon Boat Team
• monthly newsletters
• lymphedema support
• outreach program
• public awareness/education
• fundraising
• volunteer opportunities

Stroke support services

• resources
• referrals
• support groups
• education

Stroke and Aphasia-related support groups for survivors of stroke and their care partners

• provides one group for stroke survivors, one group for care partners and one group for individuals with aphasia
• groups met in-person and virtually
• groups offer education, mutual support and an opportunity to share experiences
• helps people to better adjust as they move into the community

Living with Stroke is a series of six sessions that include the topics

• understanding stroke
• physical changes and challenges
• swallowing and nutrition
• emotions, activities, and relationships
• cognition
• perception and communication
• reducing risk of stroke
• offered two times per year

Peer Support program

• trained volunteers who have had a stroke connect with others who have been affected by stroke to offer personal experience, information and encouragement

COVID-19 (November 17, 2021): Services over the telephone. Children, youth and their families can reach out at anytime to make a referral and receive service. Call-in sessions: a single session option for families to check-in with a clinician regarding anxieties or other issues by dialing 1-800-809-2494 ext 0. Flexible phone appointments available upon request.

Family and children's mental health agency

Programs and services:

• targeted prevention
• brief services
• counselling and therapy
• family skill building and support
• specialized consultation and assessment
• crisis support services
• intensive treatment services

Tele-Mental Health Services:

• offered when needed for treatment planning
• services start with a brief telephone intake where a single session consultation is scheduled in approximately 7-10 days of making a referral
• clients experiencing crisis will receive same day service

Assistance with recreational activities though the Making Play Possible program

Provides primary health care services, education and health promotion including chronic disease prevention and management programs

• Variety of Onsite Partners onsite (Audiology, Euclid, Chiropody, Foot Care, Ontario Works, Arthritis Society, Developmental Services, Children's Mental Health, Telemedicine, Physiatry)

Programs:

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
• Living Life to the Full Program
• Intuitive Eating
• Diabetes Support Group
• Senior Exercise
• Early Years Drop in Groups
• Good Food Box
• Community Kitchen
• Youth (after-school programs, cooking sessions, childcare training

Diabetes management clinic

• education and support for people living with diabetes

Provides primary health care services, education and health promotion including chronic disease prevention and management programs

• Variety of Onsite Partners onsite (Audiology, Euclid, Chiropody, Foot Care, Ontario Works, Arthritis Society, Developmental Services, Children's Mental Health, Telemedicine, Physiatry)

Programs:

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
• Living Life to the Full Program
• Intuitive Eating
• Diabetes Support Group
• Senior Exercise
• Early Years Drop in Groups
• Good Food Box
• Community Kitchen
• Youth (after-school programs, cooking sessions, childcare training

COVID-19 (November 17, 2021): Services over the telephone. Children, youth and their families can reach out at anytime to make a referral and receive service. Call-in sessions: a single session option for families to check-in with a clinician regarding anxieties or other issues by dialing 1-800-809-2494 ext 0. Flexible phone appointments available upon request.

Family and children's mental health agency

Programs and services:

• targeted prevention
• brief services
• counselling and therapy
• family skill building and support
• specialized consultation and assessment
• crisis support services
• intensive treatment services

Tele-Mental Health Services:

• offered when needed for treatment planning
• services start with a brief telephone intake where a single session consultation is scheduled in approximately 7-10 days of making a referral
• clients experiencing crisis will receive same day service

Assistance with recreational activities though the Making Play Possible program

Services dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

• works closely with other community resources, such as Providence Care outreach teams, the Family Health Team, Community Care for Seniors to make referrals to appropriate resources
• Provides information and education to persons, family members, caregivers and the general public regardin Alzheimer's disease and other dementia's
• works with neighbouring Societies in presenting public forums, a caregiver retreat and a workshop for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• has a wide variety of brochures and information pamphlets, along with a lending library
• An Education and Support co-ordinator will make home and office visits to discuss a family's challenges with dementia and help plan for future needs

Supportive non-profit organization for people with an intellectual disability and their families

• individualized support
• comprehensive supports
• adult accommodations
• supported independent living
• associate home program
• children and family services
• youth in transition services
• employment supports
• community development and outreach
• out-of-home respite
• person-directed planning
• recreation/leisure
• volunteer programs