Community Living York South

Application

For intake to our Outreach Program, call our toll free number 1-877-737-3475 and ask to connect with one of our Community Support Coordinators

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Outreach Services: Any person who lives in Southern York Region and who has been assessed as having an intellectual disability may access the Community Support Program (documentation of assessment by a certified Psychologist may be requested) * referrals are accepted from family members, doctors, educational professionals and/or community service providers In-Service: i.e. for group homes, day programs and Supported Independent Living - must register through the Developmental Services Ontario to be placed on regional priority list for services in Central East Region

Fees

None

Executives

Nancy Kula - Executive Director
905-884-9110 ext 226 * nkula@communitylivingsouth.ca

Contacts

Ritu Singarayer - Director of Community Development
905-294-4971 ext 523 * rsingarayer@communitylivingsouth.ca

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Hindi ; Punjabi ; Spanish ; Tamil ; Urdu ; Farsi

Language Note

French website

Area(s) Served

South York Region: Markham ; Richmond Hill ; Stouffville ; Thornhill East ; Vaughan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility Note

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Description of Services:

Supports individuals with intellectual disabilities of all ages and their families in accessing resources and opportunities in their community including:

individualized guidance and support: immediate assistance (no w/l)
education and self help workshops/groups
respite options: March Break and Summer Camps for Children, Youth, and Adults in Stouffville, Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan * weeknight and weekend programs are offered on an as needed basis
parent operated programs: led and driven by parents and participants to create program options with the support and guidance of CLYS Coordinators

The Community Support staff offer services in a variety of languages including:
Cantonese; Mandarin; Hindi; Punjabi; Urdu and Tamil. Contacts:

Winny Ho (Cantonese, Mandarin) at 905-884-9110, ext 382
who@communitylivingsouth.ca
Stina Li (Cantonese, Mandarin) at 905-884-9110 ext 267
sli@communitylivingyorksouth.ca
Palak Bhatia (Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu) at 905-884-9110 ext 640
pbhatia@communitylivingyorksouth.ca
Shamira Prabakaran (Tamil) at 905-884-9110 ext 703
sprabakaran@communitylivingyorksouth.ca

Fee For Service Options:
Marketplace: provides a selection of group educational courses, social activities and recreational opportunities for adults in collaboration with local municipalities and school boards
Contact: Cathy Johnston at 1-877-737-3475, ext. 380

Learning Academy: offers an educationally-based curriculum, with a focus on the practice and improvement of various literacy skills and community based activities * It is offered in two locations: Vaughan and Richmond Hill
Contact: Cathy Johnston at 1-877-737-3475, ext. 380

Residential and Day support:
The following services are available through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) through the Regional Prioritization Process (https://www.dsontario.ca/):

Residential Services: Group Homes, Supported Independent Living, Community Participation Programs