Record #: VTC0058
Last Modified: 13 May 2024
Last Full Update: 10 May 2024

Description

Description (Service)

Building Bridges helps young people (14 to 21 years of age) living with a developmental disability to plan for the transition from high school to life in their community after graduation.

Building Bridges supports young people and their families to:

  • Understand the need to plan early.
  • Voice concerns about transition.
  • Work to develop a plan, which includes achievable outcomes.
  • Make connections in the community.
  • Understand the need for and importance of work experience.
  • Apply for funding.
  • Navigate the social service, health and education systems.

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served Haliburton ; Kawartha Lakes ; Peterborough ; Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility Ages: 14 year(s) - 21 year(s) Individuals between the age of 14 and 21


  • living with an intellectual disability.


Application Contact the local DSO (Developmental Services Ontario) office at 1-855-277-2121
Languages English
Fees None

Address and Location

Located In Community Lindsay
Address & Map
205 McLaughlin Rd
Suite 200
Lindsay, ON
Canada K9V 0K7
 
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Intersection Mary St and McLaughlin Rd
Physical Access Fully Accessible - Parking, building and washrooms

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-328-0464
Fax 705-328-0495
E-Mail info@clth.ca
Website https://www.clth.ca/services-parent-services-accessed-by-contacting-dso/building-bridges/
Social Media Facebook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tanyarespitenow
Instagram Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respitenow/
X (Twitter) X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/CLTrentHighland
Primary Contact Teresa Jordan, Executive Director; Phone: 705-743-2411 ext 244; 705-743-2411 ext 516; 705-457-2626 ext 25; Email: tjordan@clth.ca
Volunteer Coordinator Lisa Corp, Student/Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 705-743-2411 ext 527; Fax: 705-743-3722; Email: lcorp@clth.ca

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