Supports for People with Disabilities

Provides day programs for individuals with intellectual and/or dual disabilities to build functional and vocational skills and prepare for employment. Opportunities include:

• Vocational training/day supports
• Training and working in the Kingswood Centre bakery/catering business
• Training and working in the Kingswood Centre woodshop
• Taking part in functional skills development opportunities such as community placements, seasonal projects, recycling, wellness programs, and life enrichment activities (pending availability)

Provides individuals with disabilities an opportunity to learn more about careers of interest through a short-term mentorship with an employer. The program is coordinated by the Canadian Association for Supported Employment in collaboration with partner organizations as a hub in each province.

Email for more information:

Hub Coordinator West: mentorwest@resourceabilities.ca
Hub Coordinator East: mentoreast@resourceabilities.ca

• Offsite employment activities and lunch programs
• Volunteer work
• Life skills training
• Bakery and cafe work (O'Leary only)
• Recreational and social opportunities

Provides people with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to develop job, life and social skills through various programs including:

• Bakery/Catering
• Woodworking/Refinishing
• Seasonal Ice Cream Shoppe
• Skills Enhancement (Day program)
• Employment Transition