The Family Home Program provides a residential option for children and adults with developmental and possibly physical disabilities who for a variety of reasons cannot or choose not to live with their families in the community. The family home program is designed to enable the individual to live as an integral part of an alternative family setting. Wherever possible, the individual’s relationship with his/her natural family is encouraged and supported and regular visitation takes place.
A Plan of Care is designed and reviewed on a regular basis in order to assist each individual to make choices and develop according to his/her abilities. Children attend neighbourhood schools and adults can participate in employment/volunteer/day program options according to their choosing. All placements are monitored and supervised by a social worker to ensure that the needs of the individual are being met.
The family home provider receives ongoing training, support meetings with other home providers and relief.
The program is licensed under the Child and Family Services Act and meets the standards and guidelines set forth by the Ministry of Community and Social Services.