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Organization:
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Central West Specialized Developmental Services - Oakville - Main Office
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Address:
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53 Bond St
Oakville, ON
L6K 1L8
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Location:
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Oakville (Central Oakville)
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Hours:
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| Mon | 8:30am-4pm | |
| Tue | 8:30am-4pm | |
| Wed | 8:30am-4pm | |
| Thu | 8:30am-4pm | |
| Fri | 8:30am-4pm | |
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Executives:
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Patricia Kyle - Chief Executive Officer
Amanda Burkholder - Vice President, Operations
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Service Description:
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Providing specialized supportive living services, care and support to persons over 18 years of age with intellectual and developmental disabilities, challenging behaviors, and mental health issues with a focus on complex needs- clinical services: persons are served by a multidisciplinary team consisting of direct care counsellors and other professionals
- ongoing assessment, treatment and management
- opportunities for basic life skill development, workshop activities and for some supported employment
- a ten bed activity-based respite program for children and adults with complex needs * provides short-term relief for families and caregivers
- managing Halton Support Services, a community service for children, youth, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as complex needs, who live in the Halton Region contact intake@cwsds.ca for more information
Community Participation Supports - develops person-directed plans that focus on each person’s interests, strengths, and aspirations, helping them engage meaningfully in daily activities and community life
Dual Diagnosis Services- provides consultation, comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment, treatment planning, interpretation, on site support and follow up, mentoring and education/training
- Dual Diagnosis Justice Coordinators support individuals through the criminal justice system and to ensure supports are in place to reintegrate into community life * serve individuals 18 years old and up * referrals can be made by the individual, family, service providers, courts, police or anyone involved with the individual * consent must be obtained
Short Term Assessment and Treatment Environment (STATE)- for those with a dual diagnosis
- short-term treatment to help individuals integrate back into their home and community
- four beds available and typical programs last between 6-12 months
- eligibility is determined based on the person’s needs, the person already receiving services through the Dual Diagnosis team, and resource capacity
Supportive Living Services
- provide Supportive Living at eleven homes in the communities of Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Halton Hills and Georgetown
- offer person-directed services to improve the quality of life and help people reach their full potential including specialized services such as behavioural, clinical, and day services
- specialized geriatric supports help older adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities * committed to prioritizing a person’s dignity through their changing health and wellness needs, allowing them to age in place with minimal disruption
Passport Program- administers provincially funded Passport Program, providing financial support to people with developmental disabilities, empowering them to participate more fully in their community and achieve personal goals * contact 905-844-8888 ext 222 or email to passport@cwsds.ca
Community Networks of Specialized Care- complex support coordination
- work with healthcare, social services, and community partners across the Central West Region to improve coordination, access, and quality of care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, dual diagnoses, and complex needs
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Application:
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Call the office or email hr@cwsds.ca
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities * children and youth under age 18 * adults age 18 and over
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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French programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
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Area Served:
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Dufferin County, Halton Region, Peel Region, and Wellington
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