Community Participation Supports and Services (CPS) help people engage in meaningful community experiences through personalized goal setting based on their interests. CPS offers social, recreational, virtual, employment, and volunteer opportunities designed to build skills, promote independence, and encourage connection with others.
Activities are delivered in small groups and tailored to different support needs. Focus areas include
- Life skills (e.g., cooking, budgeting, personal care)
- Communication and relationship-building
- Community engagement, events, outings, and travel
- Recreation, health, and well-being
- Self-advocacy
When not out in the community, participants can take part in in-house options such as:
- Arts, music, and games
- Fitness, literacy, health, and education
- Cooking and meal prep
- Planning special events
- Relaxation and mindfulness activities
Some offerings may include fees. Direct Support Professionals assist individuals in building relationships and exploring new interests in both in-house and community settings.
Note: Transportation to and from CPS is not provided.
Contact: 905-563-4115
Eligibility: Participants must be 18 or older. Referrals must go through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).
https://www.dsontario.ca/ • 1-877-376-4674
We currently have 5 Community Participation locations:
The HUB
4322 Ontario Street in Beamsville: Hours of operation - Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
CPS
191 South Service Rd in Grimsby: Hours of operation - Monday to Friday 8am - 3pm
Livingston Resource Centre
41 Livingston Ave in Grimsby: Hours of operation - Monday to Friday hours vary based on program and include some evenings. Please note: Programs are organized on a quarterly basis and based on registration.
Our Community Participation Programs (CPS)offer diverse educational and engaging activities based on the goals of the participants. Our class/activity calendar is developed to encourage inclusion, relationship building, transferable life skills, and is designed to be a combination of specialized and community based opportunities
Hopkins Centre
4330 Lincoln Ave in Beamsville: Hours of operation - Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
Our Hopkins Day Program site offers a variety of life skills programs and activities for participants anywhere from 1 to 5 days per week. This program has dedicated professionals ready to assist with life skills, goal planning and community outings and offers a unique set-up of 3 separate areas. Our activity calendars range from developing goals with our participants, building community connections/relationships, volunteering, exercise programs, baking, music therapy, and recreation and leisure programs.
To find out more about how to access our Community Participation Programs, please contact Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) to determine eligibility and to find out more about the referral process.
Adult Case Management is a collaborative and personalized person directed process based on your goals, needs, and values. It focuses on planning, advocacy, and connecting you with community resources to help you reach meaningful outcomes.
The Adult Case Management Coordinator (ACMC) will work with you to focus on the goals that matter most to you and involve the people important to you. Your ACMC will coordinate meetings with other service providers and support you during the meetings. They will also help with problem-solving and connect you to community resources such as education programs, social activities, job opportunities, support groups, financial aid, housing, transportation, and specialized services like counseling. Your relationship with your case manager is based on your active involvement in the planning process. The case manager facilitates goal-oriented planning with clearly defined supports, ensuring that you and your family are always involved in the decision-making.
An Adult Case Management Coordinator (ACMC) will work closely with you and the people who matter most in your life. Together, you'll identify priorities and create a plan that supports your goals. Your ACMC will:
The process is driven by your active involvement. Your ACMC will guide goal-focused planning with clear steps and supports, ensuring you and your family are always part of the decision-making.
Note: Transportation to and from CPS is not provided.
Contact: 905-563-4115
Eligibility: Participants must be 18 or older. Referrals must go through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).
https://www.dsontario.ca/ • 1-877-376-4674
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