ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

CLASS works with individuals and their families to provide a variety of group living supports for men and women over the age of 18. The support model is flexible and can be adapted to meet the changing needs, lifestyles and desires of residents. Our goal is to assist individuals in identifying their priorities and actualizing personal outcomes within a safe, healthy environment. A holistic approach is used to promote a balanced lifestyles including, day or work opportunities, social, recreation and leisure.

CLASS has adopted the Person Directed Philosophy in all service areas. This approach focuses on the desires, goals, needs, accomplishments and wishes as identified by the individual. This is a strength based approach that empowers individuals to direct the services and supports they receive.

The Adult Residential Program provides support in a number of aspects of daily living such as hygiene, home and food management, money and budegting, employment opportunities and day programs. Accessing and maintaining appropriate health care, and managing medical and psychiatric services is a priority. Referrals to agencies that provide specialized professional services such as behavioural, neurological and psychiatric interventions are accessed as required.

We strive to provide people with supports neessary for them to actualize their priorities in a safe home environment. The residents in co-ordination with their support teams consisting of the case manager, staff, family and significant others identify the service priorities. Services and supports are designed to empower individuals to maximize their potential while respecting their right to independence and assistance. For some people this will mean 24 hours of supervision and care while others will require minimal assistance.

COMMUNITY/DAY PROGRAMS

To assist individuals to reach their goals, CLASS offers a variety of day programs which may include educational opportunities, recreation, leisure, volunteering, life skills and employment. For more information regarding the above programs, please contact:
Brenda Quinlan
Chair Admissions Committee
Phone: (705) 435- 4792    Ext: 229
Fax:    (705) 435-2766

(OR)

Central East Region-Developmental Services Ontario
Email: dsocentraleast@yssn.ca
Phone: (905) 953-0796 or 1 (855) 277-2121
Fax:    (905) 952-2077