Community Living Toronto - North York

Advocates for and provides support and services to children, youth and adults with an intellectual disability

Children and Youth
Information on early childhood programs, school placement, registration, education plans * help in accessing funding and programs * development of a plan to ensure consistency between home, school and community programs * employment programs for youth

Adults
Skills development including literacy, money management, social skills, and travel training * job placement * Adult Protective Service Worker Program (APSW) -- supportive services for adults 18 years and older living or planning to live independently in the community * case management, counselling, advocacy

Families
Family and parent support groups * in-home consultation and collaboration with other professionals to plan for services

Residential Services
Supported group living * supportive home share * supportive independent living * LIGHTS, http://www.lights.to -- helps families explore community residential options and funding eligibility

Respite Services
Adult fee-for-service programs * residential respite for children and adults * summer camps

ConnectABILITY, www.connectability.ca -- online information, tools and workshops for people with a developmental disability, their families and support networks