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Organization: Ottawa-Carleton Lifeskills  
Phone Numbers: 613-254-9400
Fax: 613-254-8414
Email: info@ocl.ca
Website: www.ocl.ca
Address:
1 Brewer Hunt Way, Unit 9
Ottawa, ON
K2K 2B5
Intersection: March Rd and Carling Ave
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Executives: Brigid FitzPatrick - Executive Director
613-254-9400 ext 375 * bfitzpatrick@ocl.ca
Public Contacts: Kim Caron - Director of Operations
613-254-9400 ext 225 * kcaron@ocl.ca
Tricia Camelon - Administrative Manager
613-254-9400 ext 257 * tcamelon@ocl.ca
Service Description: Supports adults with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives in their communities by helping them make choices about their lives, form lasting relationships, access opportunities, and experience a true sense of belonging

Community Participation Support (CPS - Day Program): Program activities focus on academics, technology and computer skills, music, games, nutrition and wellness, safety awareness and community involvement * Participants work alongside peers to build skills, confidence and independence * Funded spaces are filled through DSOER referrals and waitlists * CPS services may also be accessed using Passport funding or a fee-for-service arrangement with OCL, based on availability

Host Family/Home Share Program: provides adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live long-term in a Home Share provider's home * Providers offer support in all aspects of daily living, including routines, appointments, community participation and inclusion in family activities

Supported Group Living Homes: Provides 24/7 staffing and individualized support for adults who require ongoing assistance with daily living, including those with complex care or high medical needs * Support is tailored to each person's needs and goals and may include skill development, behavioral supports, increased independence and community participation * All vacancies are filled through DSOER referrals and waitlists

Supported Apartment Living: Individuals share an apartment with one other person and receive 24-hour staff support, seven days a week * A small number of one- and two-bedroom apartments are located close together, with technology used to support staff in monitoring and responding to individual needs * All vacancies are filled through DSOER referrals and waitlists

Supported Independent Living (SIL Program): provides supports to adults who want to build the skills and confidence needed to live more independently * Support is tailored to each person's goals, strengths and needs with a focus on daily living, community participation and personal growth * supports can be accessed through a DSOER referral and waitlist, Passport funding, or a fee-for-service arrangement with OCL, based on availability

Moving On Out (MOO Program): a 4-6 week, hands-on learning program that helps individuals build the practical skills and confidence needed to live more independently * Held in a fully furnished community apartment with a maximum of two participants and one Direct Support Professional, the program provides an individualized, realistic and supportive environment for developing daily living skills and routines * Funded spaces are filled through DSOER referrals and waitlists

Fees: Fee for service
Application: Call or visit website for more information
Eligibility / Target Population: Developmentally disabled adults, 18 years of age or older
Languages: English
Area Served:
Ottawa (City of)  
See Also: Housing and Residential Services for People with Developmental Disabilities
Independent Living Supports
Life Skills for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on September 4, 2026

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