Children and youth 0-17 years who are developmentally disabled, medically fragile/technologically dependent and/or dually diagnosed. Children up to age 17 can enter Homeshare. However, people are able to remain in Homeshare when they are older than 17 to allow for a seamless transition into adulthood. Homeshare continues to provide supports to children and adults for as long as they are in the program.
Fees
Free
Languages
English ; French
Language Note
Interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served
Ontario
Accessibility Note
Service provided in-home
Description of Services:
Specialized family placement program for children/youth who have multiple disabilities and can’t live at home.. Children and youth live with families, who are specially screened and trained to care for them
Children and youth and families are supported by Homeshare staff throughout the entire placement. Children and youth are able to attend school in the community where they live. Placements are most often full-time and long-term. The child’s natural parents remain an important part of their child's life and keep legal guardianship of their child while they are placed with a Homeshare family.
Homeshare is not conneccted with children's aid society.
swosn@lhsc.on.ca
519-685-8500 ext 32462