Record #:
CWD0721
Last Modified:
07 Mar 2023
Last Full Update:
16 Sep 2022
Description
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Response Due to the evolving situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Breaking Down Barriers office will be closed to the public until further notice Staff are working from home and monitoring phone and email messages. Call 705-445-1543 ext *301 or by email at adminsupport@bdbilrc.ca. Regular Service Provides programs, services and supports to assist adults with disabilities to live independently in the community. Creates opportunities for people to gain self-confidence, take initiative and make their own choices. Referral to other community services. Programs:
A member of the North Simcoe Muskoka Community Support Services Coalition and accredited member of Independent Living Canada. |
Service Details
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Blue Mountains ; Clearview (Simcoe County) ; Collingwood ; Wasaga Beach |
| Boundaries | Georgian Triangle |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up Individuals with a disability. |
| Application | Call for information, no referral required. |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership - $5 per year or $10 for three years ; No fees to consumers for programs |
Address and Location
| Site Location | Between Simcoe and Ontario Sts, just past Giant Tiger parking lot |
| Located In Community | Collingwood |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Ste Marie St and Fourth St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 705-445-1543 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-843-6943 |
| Fax | 705-445-1656 |
| adminsupport@bdbilrc.ca | |
| Website | https://www.breakingdownbarriers.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BDBCollingwood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingdownbarriers Twitter: https://twitter.com/bdbcollingwood?t=1516035663400 |
| Primary Contact | Teresa Gal, Executive Director; Phone: ext *300; Email: executivedirector@bdbilrc.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Maureen Smithers, Administrative Support; Phone: ext *302; Email: adminsupport@bdbilrc.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Lucille Dalziel, Communications and Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: ext *302; Email: cvc@bdbilrc.ca |