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Program:
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Family Services Department - Family Relief Program
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Address:
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39 Fraser Court
Barrie, ON
L4N 5J5
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Intersection:
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Morrow Rd and Patterson Rd
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Executives:
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Claudine Cousins - Chief Executive Officer
Jamie Hall - Digital Solutions and Brand Marketing Manager
705-726-9082 ext 5280 * jhall@empowersimcoe.ca
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Service Description:
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Program assists families that are responsible for a family member diagnosed with an intellectual disability * connects families to respite options in Simcoe County
Options available:
Residential Respite- Overnight respite for short periods of time * operates out of fully accessible homes
Supportyourway.ca- Free service to connect to respite providers * providers are registered Community Helpers for Active Participation (CHAP).
Family Relief Funding- Reimbursement services for approved respite options
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Fees:
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Set Fee * CHAP - negotiated with the family * Residential Respite - contact Respite Coordinator to discuss details
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Application:
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Call or visit website for more information * for funding application process, to access screened and trained helpers, or for individuals interested in providing care, visit www.respiteservies.com
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults who have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability * Children who have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability and/or a physical disability
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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French reception
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Area Served:
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Barrie ; Bradford West Gwillimbury ; Innisfil
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