Dufferin Child and Family Services
Site: Dufferin Child and Family Services
Service: Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent Day Respite Program
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: DUF0241 | Last Modified: 01 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 31 Jan 2017 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Day respite for children who are deemed Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent by Home and Community Care (Ministry of Health). Operates out of the agency's spacious and brightly lit multi-purpose room * the coordinator is a nurse and present at all times * children enjoy a multi-sensory, fun-filled day with a meaningful program designed just for them * consultation is performed by an occupational therapist to ensure program/client safety |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Vary, call for details |
| Dates | Program operates bi-weekly on Saturdays * a short summer program is also offered |
| Areas Served | Dufferin County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and under |
| Application | Referral by Home and Community Care (formerly CCAC) |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; No fee for this program but parents are expected to provide all medications, meals, snacks, personal items and equipment such as suction machines and feeding pumps |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Orangeville |
| Address & Map | 655 Riddell Rd Orangeville, ON L9W 4Z5 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-941-1530 * calls after hours are answered by an answering service 24 hours |
| Fax | 519-941-1525 |
| Website | www.dcafs.on.ca |