New Approaches to Making a Home for Someone with an Intellectual Disability (51:22) Parents of children with an intellectual disability advocated against large, segregated institutions and for community-based group homes and day programs in their communities in the 1960’s. Their …
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Selected presentations from a daylong conference focusing on the concerns and support needs of people with a developmental disability who are aging. Held on June 28, 2012 in Toronto. Master of Ceremony: Colin Hamilton The sessions included here are: The …
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By Aakilah Ade RN, AFCN, LNC, CEO of Intel Health Care Services Inc. “And I came close to losing a part of my foot on two occasions. I hope I’m consistently lucky and that the next time I develop a …
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Advocating for one’s family or one’s self happens on a daily basis. “Advocacy” can mean many things, but in general, it refers to recognizing something is not right and taking action. Another name for it could be assertiveness. Advocacy simply …
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A list of community organizations in Toronto that offer interpretation services.
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Fact Sheet
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder, which becomes evident in early childhood or adolescence between the ages of 2 and 15 years.
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The Shared Learning Forum
Webinar recorded: January 25, 2013
Location: Bob Rumball Centre for the Deaf
Topics include:
- Developmental Services Toronto Region – Eligibility Process
- Adapted Programs and Integrated Services For People with a Disability 2013 – City Of Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation
- Collaborative and Individualized Resource Program
- Community Planners – Person Directed Planning
- Community and Relationships
A three part series for direct support professional’s to help meet the complex needs related to transition planning This training will provide participants with knowledge and skills to better prepare individuals with a developmental disability and those who support them …
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A three part series for direct support professional’s to help meet the complex needs related to transition planning This training will provide participants with knowledge and skills to better prepare individuals with a developmental disability and those who support them …
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Internet and Cell Phone Safety – Internet et de téléphonie cellulaire conseils de sécurité Sexual and Relationship Safety Tips – Conseils de sécurité dans les relations et la sexualité