Supporting someone with a developmental disability can be a lifelong journey. The disability may impact their life in many ways, from intellectual abilities to physical ones, and the caregiving experience will vary accordingly.
No matter what level of care you are providing, or the type of disability you are supporting someone with, here are some steps you can take:
Explore our resources below to find community support, peer groups and more.
Capacity Building Grants for Family Support Networks aims to make it easier for families and caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities to find peer support in their community, share information, and build connections. If you are a member of a family support network or an organization that supports a family support network, explore this grant opportunity.
Ontario Association for Infant and Child Development – Early screening and assessment for children that need support.
Surrey Place – Services and support for caregivers of autistic children and children with developmental disabilities.
Autism Ontario – Resources and services for autistic people.
ConnectABILITY.ca – Connect with resources and supports for people with disabilities.
Developmental Services Ontario – A single access point for developmental services for adults over 16 years of age.
Community Networks of Care – Coordinated care plans for adults with complex care needs.
Partners for Planning Network – Webinars, resources, and toolkits to help families plan for the future.
Aging with a Developmental Disability – An informative guide to health and senior services across Ontario.
Family Support Network for Employment – A family-led coalition of supports around employment for people with disabilities.
Easter Seals Kids at School – Information and resources about school, learning plans and transition planning.
Learn about Capacity-Building Grants for Family Support Networks dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disability.
This webinar features a panel of family caregivers who support individuals with developmental disabilities.
The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also be a stressful time with various to-do lists – especially for those caring for children with developmental disabilities. We discuss the issues.
This webinar will help caregivers learn first-hand tips on sustaining self-care by reducing stress, improving one’s well-being and finding joy in the holiday season.
Ontario’s healthcare consent laws and rules are complex and may be difficult for caregivers to understand, especially when caring for a partner or chosen family. Here’s some basic information that may help.
Learn the importance of coordinated transitions and find resources that can help support this transition.
Learn tips on safely moving the person you’re caring for and discover in-home devices that could support you.
Donna
Caring for: Son
Caregiving is a journey that requires sacrifice, selflessness, and vast amounts of strength. Caregiver Donna shares her insights in caring for her son who was born with cerebral palsy and medical complexities.
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