Information

Do you know about the Registered Disability Saving Plan?
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It is intended to help parents and others save for the long term financial security of a person who is eligible for the disability tax credit.

Want to learn more?

Follow this link:
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/rdsp/

Supported Independent Living (SIL)

The Supported Independent Living program provides support to individuals who live in a variety of accommodation settings in the community, including apartments, parental homes, or sharing a space with a friend or another person. The program teaches individuals the independence skills necessary to integrate and become an inclusive member of their community.

The skills taught include:

Budgeting and Managing Finances

Assistance with Housing

Socialization Skills and Linking to Community Resources

Activities of Daily Living

Personal Hygiene and Health

Assistance with Medical Appointments

Crisis Intervention

Advocacy

Ongoing Support

Referral to Employment Supports

Individuals are encouraged to participant in community events and to access community services in order to meet their individual needs. The type and level of support is individualized and based on personal needs and goals.

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Group Homes

Community Living Manitoulin operates four group homes, each offering a different level of individualized support. All of the homes provide training in life skills and activities of daily living. The homes offer individuals a relaxed home setting with opportunities to participate in social and community activities of their choosing.

The homes provide an atmosphere that supports and maintains friendship, interdependence, mutual support, respect, and understanding.

Personal care is provided in a respectful and unobtrusive manner to individuals who require it, and staff are trained to assist with any medical needs.

Some of the individuals served in the group homes may have behaviour concerns and may require additional support with anger management and finding constructive ways of expressing oneself. A behaviour support team works to plan and support these individualized needs.

Overall care is provided on an individual basis and meets the needs outlined in an individual’s Life Plan.

In order to assist the residential program, the group homes have access to seven vehicles, including two wheelchair accessible vans. These are available for appointments and community outings.

Hope Terrace

Hope Terrace is our newest residence, opening in 2008, replacing the Hope Farm residence. The residence is barrier free and accommodates 7 full-time residents and 1 respite bed. The home is one level and has two wheelchair accessible washrooms, one with a roll-in shower. The residence also has an aromatherapy/relaxation room. The home has a fire alarm system complete with sprinklers. The exterior of the home has a large field and a sitting patio.  

Maple Terrace

Maple Terrace opened in 2005 and is located on the same property as the Hope Terrace residence. Maple Terrace is a barrier-free home and accommodates 9 full-time residents. The home is equipped with lift systems and safety supports, allowing the home to support individuals with higher personal and medical care needs. The home is equipped with three wheelchair accessible washrooms; one has an Arjo bathing system installed with an attached ceiling track system, while another is equipped with a walk-in tub. The home has a Snoezelen Room, which is a multi-sensory room used for relaxation and sensory interaction. 

The home is designed in an open concept, providing individuals with freedom of movement, while maintaining an optimal level of staff coverage and safety. As well, the home is equipped with a fire alarm system, sprinkler system, and emergency lighting.

The exterior has a large field, and a sitting patio.

Field House

Field House opened in 1995 and is a two-storey home that accommodates 6 individuals. The house is designed for individuals who are ambulatory and require minimal physical care. The home has two washrooms (one on the main floor and one on the second floor). The home is equipped with a fire alarm system and a life-line service for emergencies.

The exterior of the home has a swing in the front yard and a patio in the backyard for sitting

Rene’s Place – Currently Closed

Rene’s Place opened in 1997 and it is a split-level home that accommodates 5 individuals. The home is designed for individuals who are ambulatory and require minimal physical care, but it is able to accommodate someone who uses a walker. The individuals living in this home are more independent and are working toward independent living. The home has two washrooms (one on the main floor and one in the basement). The home is equipped with a fire alarm system and a life-line service for emergencies.

The exterior of the home has a large backyard and a barbeque.