Central West Specialized Developmental Services, Developmental Services

Central West Specialized Developmental Services

Site: Oakville - Main Office

Service: Developmental Services

Record #: MHH0476

Last Full Update: 14 Jul 2025

Contact Information

Office Phone	905-844-7864
Fax	905-844-3545
E-Mail	info@cwsds.ca
Website	www.cwsds.ca
Social Media	Facebook, LinkedIn
Primary Contact	Lisa Cranstoun, Executive Assistant and Partner Liaison; Phone: 905-844-7864 ext 322; Email: lcranstoun@cwsds.ca
Alternate Contact	Denise Mitchell, Board Chair

Agency Information

Legal Status	(50) Non Profit
Established	1975 ORC; 2007 CWSDS
Primary Executive	Patricia Kyle, Chief Executive Officer; Phone: 905-844-7864 ext 255; Email: servicefeedback@cwsds.ca
Alternate Executive	Amanda Burkholder, Vice President, Supportive Living and Community Supports; Phone: 905-844-7864 ext 224
Funding	Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services * Ontario Trillium Foundation * Donations

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)	Providing specialized supportive living services, care and support to persons over 18 years of age with intellectual and developmental disabilities, challenging behaviors, and mental health issues with a focus on complex needs clinical services: persons are served by a multidisciplinary team consisting of direct care counsellors and other professionals ongoing assessment, treatment and management opportunities for basic life skill development, workshop activities and for some supported employment a ten bed activity-based respite program for children and adults with complex needs managing Halton Support Services, a community service for children, youth, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as complex needs, who live in the Halton Region * contact Beth Watson at 905-844-7864 ext 230 or bwatson@cwsds.ca for more information Day Services support people with an intellectual disability, including those with complex needs, to meet their community participation aspirations and desires as outlined in their Personal Support Plans Individuals have a range of activities in which they can participate, including an on-site greenhouse, a laundry service that supports some of the community-based homes, swimming, landscaping, and supporting the Town of Oakville’s park clean-up program Dual Diagnosis Services provides consultation, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, interpretation, on site support and follow up, mentoring and education/training Dual Diagnosis Justice Coordinators support individuals through the criminal justice system and to ensure supports are in place to reintegrate into community life * serve individuals 18 years old and up * referrals can be made by the individual, family, service providers, courts, police or anyone involved with the individual * consent must be obtained Short Term Assessment and Treatment Environment (STATE) for those with a dual diagnosis short-term treatment to help individuals integrate back into their home and community four beds available and typical programs last between 6-12 months eligibility is determined based on the person’s needs, the person already receiving services through the Dual Diagnosis team, and resource capacity Supportive Living Services provide Supportive Living at eleven homes in the communities of Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Halton Hills and Georgetown offer person-directed services to improve the quality of life and help people reach their full potential including specialized services such as behavioural, clinical, and day services specialized geriatric supports help older adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities * committed to prioritizing a person’s dignity through their changing health and wellness needs, allowing them to age in place with minimal disruption Passport Program administers provincially funded Passport Program, providing financial support to people with developmental disabilities, empowering them to participate more fully in their community and achieve personal goals * contact 905-844-8888 ext 222 or email to passport@cwsds.ca Central West Community Network of Specialized Care complex support coordination work with healthcare, social services, and community partners to improve coordination, access, and quality of care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, dual diagnoses, and complex needs service system resources contact Tara Hyatt, Regional Manager or email to thyatt@cwsds.ca Services and Programs: Halton Support Services Respite Services
Hours	Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Areas Served	Dufferin County ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Wellington County
Boundaries	Dufferin County, Halton Region, Peel Region, and Wellington
Eligibility	People with intellectual and developmental disabilities * children and youth under age 18 * adults age 18 and over
Application	Call the office or email hr@cwsds.ca
Languages	English ; French
Fees	None

Site Information

Site Location	Oakville (Central Oakville)
Located In Community	Oakville
Address & Map	53 Bond St Oakville, ON L6K 1L8
Intersection	Kerr St and Rebecca St
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading	Disabilities ; Health Care ; Housing / Shelter ; Older Adults
HCSD Sub Heading	Advocacy for People with Disabilities ; Health & Developmental Disabilities ; Health and Developmental Disabilities ; Home Support ; Home Support Programs ; Programs for Home Support ; Supportive Housing
Service Categories	Case/Care Management ~ Developmental Disabilities ; Case/Care Management ~ Intellectual Disabilities ; Case/Care Management ~ Older Adults ~ Developmental Disabilities ; Geriatric Assessment ~ Developmental Disabilities ; Mental Health Evaluation ~ Dual Diagnosis ; Residential Mental Health Treatment Facilities ~ Dual Diagnosis ; Respite Care Registries ; Respite Care Subsidies ; Supportive Housing for People with Disabilities

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