North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association (NSDRC)
Adult Programs
The Adult Life Skills Program offers assistance in learning life skills to adults with disabilities age 19 and over; contracts are set up on an individual basis with skill-focused goals at home and in the community. The Supporting Transition Adult Group Education (STAGE) is a weekday program for you...
View serviceCommunity Housing and Inclusion Program
Provides communal, purpose-built, and wheelchair accessible four-bedroom homes, as well as apartment units for adults and children with disabilities throughout the North Shore. Support varies according to need and may include community access, household support, and personal care (up to and includin...
View serviceEmployment Programs
Provides information and assistance with the transition from youth to adult services for individuals with disabilities and their families and caregivers. Also provides information and assistance to job seekers and employers through individual consultations, job clubs, group information sessions, and...
View serviceInfant Development Program
Provides in-home consultation to families with children under the age of three who are at risk for, or already have, a developmental delay due to causes such as premature birth, disability, illness, and injury. Home visits assist the family to plan learning activities and use community resources. Dr...
View serviceInformation and Advocacy Services
Provides information and referral, advocacy, and public education for people with disabilities, and for their families and caregivers. Advocates assist with accessing programs and services, including help with completing forms. Computer/internet access is open to the public; call first to ensure ava...
View serviceSpecial Services to Children
Offers one-to-one and small group support to families with children ages five to 18 who have disabilities. Individual participants are matched with a support worker who assist with skill development in the community. After-school programs are available for children who can manage well in small group...
View serviceSummer Bursary Program
Offers financial support to children and youth ages three to 18 with disabilities who require additional support to attend a recreation program and/or summer camp during July and August. Individuals must live on the North Shore, be entering pre-school in September, or be under the age of 19 as of Ju...
View serviceTeen and Pre-Teen Social Program
A social program on Saturdays for youth ages nine to 18 who have developmental disabilities. Provides opportunities to learn social and life skills, pursue recreational interests, and participate in small group activities. Referral required from Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) at ...
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