Community

Participation & Support

Staff will assist individuals to participate in our community on their terms and in accordance with their preferences, which may include:

  • Friendship and social gathering
  • Playing and participating in sports activities together
  • Participating in spiritual activities
  • Trying a hobby or community activity, such as gardening
  • Meet with other adults who have similar needs and interests as part of a group program in the community
  • Help developing self-help skills with things like: learning to brush teeth, get dressed, go shopping, etc., in order to become more independent
  • Continuing to learn after high school, taking a course, volunteering, or participating in activities at a community centre
  • Help with Volunteer activities or to prepare for a job i.e., practicing work-related tasks, teaching skills to succeed at work or as a volunteer, job coaching, and assisting with community employment activities.

Contact Us

For more information on how to apply for Community Participation Supports, please contact:

Mark Storey – 705-336-2378

To apply for services please visit:

Developmental Services Ontario North East Region (DSO)

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