Family Support Services:

The Family Support Services provided through Bruce Peninsula Association for Community Living reflect our commitment to empowering families, and fostering inclusive and supportive communities.

Our services within identified service areas in Grey Bruce include:

Family Support

We support families who have individuals living at home with a developmental disability from school entry age and beyond. Acting as a dedicated resource, we assist with transitions, connect families to vital resources and funding options, and empower parents on the journey of advocacy.

These services are funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).

https://www.ontario.ca/page/children-special-needs

Family Support

Empowering Families, Nurturing Futures.

A dedicated resource for parents of those with a developmental disability living at home.  Family Support can provide guidance and resources dependent on your family’s unique needs.

Whether it’s help to navigate school transitions or life’s milestones we can direct you to essential information, knowledge and resources.  The team at BPACL stand as your go-to support system, fostering advocacy skills to empower you as your child’s most effective advocate.

How to Access Family Support Services

Accessing our Family Support is a straightforward process:

  1. Referral
    Parents and legal guardians can self refer to any of the services for children and families.  Professionals and service providers may refer with parental consent.
  2. Consultation and Confirmation of Eligibility
    The BPACL staff dedicated to the appropriate service will meet with you to gather information to better understand the support needs of your family and developmental needs of your child.
    If your child is not yet in school, we may complete a baseline screening of your child’s development to confirm eligibility for developmental services.
  3. Consent
    Once deemed eligible for service, completing signed consent and agreement to participate by parent/legal guardian.  All services are voluntary.
  4. Collaborative Planning: Families will plan collaboratively with the dedicated staff to create an individualized support plan that identifies the goals for your child and family and how services will be delivered.  Families are eligible for Family Support Services when their child is school age or older, residing in the family home and have a developmental disability diagnosis.
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