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Organization:
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Kenora Association for Community Living - Options for Adults Building - Children's Services
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Address:
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1 Ninth Ave S
Kenora, ON
P9N 2H8
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Map
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Location:
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- Located at 9th Ave S in Kenora beside the Wholesale Club
- Closest intersection is at 9th Ave S and Park St
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Flexible evening and weekend appointments available to meet families needs
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Service Description:
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Provides programs and services to meet the needs of individuals of all ages with an intellectual and/or developmental disability
Infant and Child Development (ICDP)- Provides family-centred services to help children overcome developmental disabilities to the best of their ability
- Services include home and community visits, parenting information and support, developmental screening, referrals, assistance with a child's transition to childcare or school, service coordination and advocacy
Child and Youth Program (CYP)- Offers supports to families with children diagnosed with autism and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Strives to enhance children's skills, abilities, and opportunities through collaboration with families, schools and other professionals
- Provides individualized support for youth to enhance their independence as they navigate the transition to adulthood; may include support with youth employment
- Works to promote inclusion in the community
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Application:
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Intake assessment required; call for specific information
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Infant and Child Development
Families residing in Kenora and surrounding area with infants and children from birth to 6 years of age and:
- Are concerned about their child's development and would like information on how to best support developmental needs
- Have had early childhood experiences that may impact development including but not limited to pre-term birth, developmental disability, or risk of developmental delay
Child and Youth Program
- Families with children 6-18 years of age with a diagnosis of autism and/or diagnosed intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Families interested in learning how to best support a child with developmental needs
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