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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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Executives:
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James Duncan - Executive Director
905-844-7864 ext 255
Terri Britton-Kennedy - Director of Services
905-844-7864 ext 224 * tbk@cwsds.ca
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Service Description:
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Providing specialized residential services, care and support to individuals over 18 years of age with developmental disabilities, challenging behaviors and mental health issues * residential services are located in a central administration and recreation building in downtown Oakville * operates eight homes in the communities of Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Halton Hills and Georgetown * elected volunteer board of directors is responsible for the governance of the organization
Services for individuals with multiple developmental disabilities with a focus on complex needs- individuals are served by a multidisciplinary team consisting of direct care counsellors and other professionals including physiotherapist, speech therapist, occupational therapist, psychologist, nutritionist, nurses, physician and psychiatrist
- 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
- managing Halton Support Services
Dual Diagnosis Service- provides consultation, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, interpretation, on site support and follow up, mentoring and education/training
Short Term Assessment and Treatment Environment (STATE)- for those with a dual diagnosis - assesses the individual and develops a treatment plan that will assist in integrating the individual back into their community
Central West Region Passport Initiative- administers program for adults with a developmental disability who have completed school and are seeking community participation supports
Central West Community Network of Specialized Care- working with community partners to develop, coordinate and streamline access to resources
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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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For residential - not applicable;
For respite: age five years and up * otherwise services for adults 18 years and older with developmental disabilities
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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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