Community Living Dryden Sioux Lookout - Dryden

Application

Apply through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-376-6673

Eligibility / Target Population

Individuals 18 years of age and older with an intellectual and/or developmental disability who would benefit from living in a family setting

Fees

None

Contacts

Nicole Payne - Manager of Services
nicole.payne@cldsl.ca

Languages

English

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides opportunities for individuals to become an integral part of a family within the community

Recruits and screens families willing to welcome an adult into their home as part of their family, and who will promote and provide a safe and secure place to live, a high quality of life, and support and community inclusion
Matches the individual to the host family with consideration to mutual interest and living preferences
Allows for a pre-placement process for both parties to get accustomed to the situation which can take from three to 12 months
Maintains ongoing contact, home visits, case management and supervision after placement

Host Family Program