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Host Family Program
280 Arthur St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1K8
Dryden, ON
P8N 1K8
807-701-5370
Fax: 807-223-5784
Office: Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pmSupport: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Last Updated: Apr 10, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
Apply through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-376-6673
Eligibility / Target Population
Individuals 18 years of age and older with an intellectual and/or developmental disability who would benefit from living in a family setting
Fees
None
Contacts
Kendall Miller - Manager of Services-Host Family Home Program
kendall.miller@cldsl.ca
kendall.miller@cldsl.ca
Languages
English
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Provides opportunities for individuals to become an integral part of a family within the community
- Recruits and screens families willing to welcome an adult into their home as part of their family, and who will promote and provide a safe and secure place to live, a high quality of life, and support and community inclusion
- Matches the individual to the host family with consideration to mutual interest and living preferences
- Allows for a pre-placement process for both parties to get accustomed to the situation which can take from three to 12 months
- Maintains ongoing contact, home visits, case management and supervision after placement
Last Updated: Apr 10, 2025: Suggest an edit