Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre
Service: Peer Support Program, Independent Living Skills, Information and Referral
Record #:
CWD4150
Last Modified:
30 Apr 2024
Last Full Update:
28 Apr 2024
Description
Description (Service) | Peer support provides a supportive peer environment, where an individual can gain skills and the self confidence needed to overcome barriers. Groups such as the Diabetes Information Group (monthly), Friendship Café, crafts, pole walking, games night, golf in the summer, curling in the winter. Also offers one-on-one support (by appointment), assistance with self-advocacy, information and referral and assistance filling out paperwork. |
Service Details
Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County ; Simcoe County |
Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up
Individuals with a disability
16 year(s) and up |
Application | Call for appointment. Referral-self. |
Languages | English |
Fees | None, Membership: Annual Membership of $5 for year or $10 for 3 years |
Address and Location
Located In Community | Collingwood |
Address & Map | 234 Ste Marie St Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 3K5 |
Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Contact Information
Office Phone | 705-445-1543 |
Fax | 705-445-1656 |
dfresourcefacilitator@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 | Tracey MacLeod, Direct Funding Resources Facilitator; Email: dfresourcefacilitator@bdbilrc.ca |
Alternate Contact | Maureen Smithers, Program Coordinator; Email: programcoordinator@bdbilrc.ca |
Volunteer Coordinator | Lucille Dalziel, Communication and Volunteer Coordinator; Email: cvc@bdbilrc.ca |
Mailing Address | 234 Ste Marie St Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 3K5 |