Suggest Update
Suggest New Volunteer Opportunity
PDF (New Window)| Record #: BAR0559 | Last Full Update: 29 Jan 2019 |
| Attention | |
|---|---|
| Public Comments | Passport is a reimbursement program * individuals and families have the option of receiving funding to purchase services or they can choose to access services through Ministry funded agencies Passport is funded by the Ontario government and administered by local Passport agencies * Catulpa Community Services is the local Passport agency in Simcoe County |
| Contacts | |
| Office Phone | Information through Catulpa 705-733-3227 Ext 2527 Referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) 905-953-0796 |
| Toll Free Phone | Information through Catulpa 1-877-803-3227 Referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) 1-855-277-2121 |
| Fax | 705-735-6826 |
| landrews@catulpa.on.ca | |
| Website | www.dsontario.ca/agencies/dso-central-east |
| Social Media |  Facebook,  LinkedIn |
| Primary Executive | Karen Hirstwood, Executive Director, Catulpa Community Support Services; Phone: 705-733-3227 ext 2299 |
| Hours | Catulpa Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Description and Service | |
| Former Name | Passport Initiative |
| Description (Service) | Passport promotes social inclusion by helping adults 18 years or older with a developmental disability participate in their community’s activities by building independence and developing social and life skills * helps caregivers of an adult with a developmental disability take a break from their caregiving responsibilities * Passport provides funding for services and supports so adults with a developmental disability can: * take part in community classes or recreational programs * develop work, volunteer, and daily life skills * hire a support worker * create their own life plans (this is called person-directed planning) to reach their goals * get temporary respite for their caregivers Participation supports can include programs, classes, camps, pre-employment and employment supports and transportation to and from activities among others * funding cannot be used to compensate a primary care giver regardless of their residence, the spouse of a person with a developmental disability regardless of their residence, or a child under the age of 18 * access to funding under the program is based on available resources For more information, go to Passport Initiative Passport is funded by the Ontario government and administered by local Passport agencies * Catulpa Community Services is the local Passport agency in Simcoe County assisting families with funding applications and planning while providing program accountability to Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Resident of Ontario * developmental disability * would benefit from community participation supports * or have been waiting for service and are in need of community participation supports |
| Application | Contact Developmental Services Ontario, Central Region by: * Phone 1-855-277-2121 or 905-953-0796 * Email dsocentraleast@yssn.ca |
| Languages | English ; French - Reception, Website, Interpretation, Programs, Publications ; French Language services made available |
| Fees | None |
| Location Information | |
| Areas Served | Simcoe County |
| Located In Community | Barrie |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | St Vincent St and Cundles Rd E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Record Details | |
| Print Material | Planning guide entitled Creating a Good Life in Community: A Guide on Person-Directed Planning |