Community Networks of Specialized Care

Organization:

Website:

www.community-networks.ca

Service Description:

Networks of specialized care established by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services * agencies coordinate a variety of sectors including developmental services, health, research, education and justice to improve access and quality of services for individuals with complex needs

Works to enhance service to adults with a developmental disability who need specialized care for co-existing mental health and behavioural issues * opportunities to access additional training and resources, venue to discuss ways to improve service delivery by identifying service gaps and assisting to find ways to meet these gaps

Northern Ontario:

Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca

Toronto:

Surrey Place Centre (Toronto)

Central Ontario:

Eastern Ontario:

Southern Ontario:

Bethesda (Thorold)
Regional Support Associates (Woodstock)

Application:

Determined through a local Development Services Ontario (DSO)

Eligibility / Target Population:

Specialized services and professionals who treat and support adults with high support and complex needs

Languages:

English ; French

Language Notes:

French reception, publications and website

Area Served:

Ontario