Dufferin Child and Family Services
Site: Dufferin Child and Family Services
Service: Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent Day Respite Program
Record #: DUF0241 | Last Modified: 15 Dec 2020 | Last Full Update: 31 Jan 2017 |
Description | |
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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 |