Record #: PET0361
Last Modified: 25 Apr 2025
Last Full Update: 23 Apr 2025

Description

Description (Service)

Provides opportunities and outcomes for learning and skill development in the areas of employment, volunteerism, recreation and community connections for people with developmental disabilities.

Provides support to people living with developmental disabilities to improves their quality of life through:

  • fostering real friendships
  • valuing personal and informed choices
  • honouring personal worth and citizenship
  • promoting life-long learning
  • respecting personal safety and security
  • enjoying healthy and active lifestyles

Programs offered:

  • Building Bridges and Community Connections
  • Advanced Skills
  • Individualized Support Services
  • Fundamental Skills
  • Passports Program
  • Daily Recreation Options Program (D.R.O.P.)

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm (flexible)
Areas Served Peterborough ; Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility Ages: 16 year(s) and up Individuals 14 years and older living with a developmental disability
Application Call to arrange initial appointment for intake or complete the Alternatives Community Program Services Application Form and return it to the school attending or mail it as indicated on the form.
Languages American Sign Language (ASL) - Interpretation
Fees Service ; None ; Fee for Service Programs; Limited space for programs funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

Address and Location

Located In Community Peterborough
Address & Map
270 Braidwood Ave
Peterborough, ON
Canada K9J 1V3
 
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Physical Access Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-742-0806
Fax 705-742-0943
Website alternativescommunityprogramservices.ca/
Social Media Facebook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlternativesPeterborough
Instagram Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alternatives_ptbo
Primary Contact Jackie Carson, Director of Business and Community; Phone: ext 226; Email: JackieC@alternativesptbo.ca
Alternate Contact Lori McKee, Executive Director; Phone: ext 222; Email: LoriMc@Alternativesptbo.ca
Mailing Address 270 Braidwood Ave 
Peterborough, ON 
Canada K9J 1V3

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