Mary Centre

Provides integrated support services for adults that have developmental disabilities and are living at home or in the community

The Community Support Program assists adults who have a developmental disability that are 21 years and older with enhancing their communication and social skills, developing banking and budgeting skills, preparing meals, managing the home, safety knowledge and other skills for independent living

Community Living options are available to adults with developmental disability in five shared homes located in Brampton, Scarborough and Stouffville * there are seven (7) residents per house, wheelchair accessible, staffed 18 to 24 hours a day, staff assist residents with daily living including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, eating, medication administration, and self-care

Supported Independent Living Units are available to adults with developmental disabilities that wish to live in their own apartments * apartments located in Toronto, Brampton, Woodbridge and East York * employees provide part-time assistance to residents * employees help organize recreational activities for residents and help develop independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, laundry, etc.

The Respite program provides temporary relief to caregivers taking care of adult children with a developmental disability * respite care is provided in-home for a few hours each week and out-of-home residential respite at St. Bernard's Residence in North York * the St. Bernards respite program offers six (6) beds to individuals who are currently living at home

The Alzheimer's Day Away program offers day activities for individuals with dementia or who are in cognitive decline

The Faith Outreach program assists adults with developmental disabilities that wish to connect and engage with the Catholic community and events

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• Community Connections Program - Elder Connections Matches seniors who have a developmental disability with support workers and volunteers to engage in recreational and educational activities in a one-on-one program