Residential Programs
YWCA Hamilton operates a wide variety of housing options for adults with developmental disabilities. These include group homes, residential care facilities and supported apartment settings. A home environment provides individuals with the opportunity to further gain independence building life skills, social and communication skills, and emphasizes social inclusion and community participation.
All residential group living options provide 24-hour support and supervision based on skills and ability.
For more information, please contact Carol Fraser, Senior Manager at Developmental Services 905-522-9922 ext. 119 or cfraser@ywcahamilton.org
A semi-independent housing model for 10 individuals located on the entire 6th floor of a geared-to-income city housing complex.
Wesley Supportive Housing operates in partnership with Wesley Urban Ministries and St. Joseph’s Hospital.
The program mandate is to provide permanent housing for individuals who are dually diagnosed and inappropriately placed within the hospital.
For more information, please contact Carol Fraser, Senior Manager at Developmental Services 905-522-9922 ext. 119 or cfraser@ywcahamilton.org
YWCA Community Support Programs (CSP) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) provide in-home support to adults living with a developmental disability. Supports are based on individualized needs in all areas of daily living skills.
The emphasis is on skill development and increasing or maintaining independence. Recreation & Leisure activities are offered regularly to provide opportunities to enhance social skills and develop meaningful friendships.
For more information, please contact Carol Fraser, Senior Manager at Developmental Services 905-522-9922 ext. 119 or cfraser@ywcahamilton.org
