Residential Services

Michele Graham, B.A., Psych., Residential Manager

Certificate in Rehabilitation Services

CHIRS provides a variety of long-term, supportive housing options. The Residential Team works collaboratively with the individual receiving services, their family, clinical consultants and Adult Day Services to deliver comprehensive, individualized programs and support.

Residential Services are designed to provide flexible, individualized supports, which maximize functional independence in all areas of community living. The type and amount of support varies with the unique abilities and needs of each individual. Service Plans are developed and implemented in collaboration with each individual and their family.

CHIRS offers a range of living options, within a variety of residential settings. We make every effort to ensure that each individual resides in an environment best suited to his or her current needs.

Aldebrain Towers

Located in Scarborough, within an integrated community apartment complex, CHIRS provides twenty-four-hour support services as well as variable support with access to staff on a twenty-four-hour basis. In keeping with our commitment to provide flexible, comprehensive support, individuals may live alone, or with one or more roommates. Every effort is made to ensure compatibility of roomates. The four-bedroom apartments are fully wheelchair accessible, bright and very spacious. Each individual has a private bedroom and shares a washroom with one other person. Each person is responsible for furnishing his or her own bedroom while CHIRS provides furnishings for the common areas. Residential Facilitators provide support to all residential clients.

Individuals living in the one and two-bedroom apartments have access to CHIRS staff on a twenty- four-hour basis. Support services are negotiated with each individual in order to facilitate participation in activities within their home and the community. These units are not typically wheelchair accessible.

The "Drop-In-Center" is centrally located and is available for all CHIRS residents to use. This area is used for casual and planned gatherings, group meals, meetings or just a place to relax. Individuals plan and participate in parties, potluck dinners, movie nights, card games and a variety of other activities.

St. George's Residence

Twenty-four-hour supervision is provided to seven men at this CHIRS-owned residence in Etobicoke. The spacious bungalow is fully wheelchair accessible and close to public transit and shopping. The large yard provides opportunities for gardening, barbequing and enjoying the outdoors. Each of the residents has a private room that they furnish themselves.

Finch Residence

Variable support is provided to individuals residing at the Finch Residence. Five self-contained apartments, three of these fully accessible, facilitate an increased level of independence. The residence is located on the fourth floor of CHIRS' head office, centrally located with easy access to public transit and many local amenities.

Staffing

KRISTEN CABALLERO, B.A. Hons. Residential Service Coordinator	SHACARA DAWSON-GREENHAM, B.A. Residential Service Coordinator
KERRY FOSCHIA, B.A. Residential Service Coordinator	JESSICA PERLMUTAR, B.A. Residential Service Coordinator

Residential Facilitators provide the direct support to residents in collaboration with the individual, their family and the clinical team. Each resident has a Primary Residential Facilitator who is responsible for monitoring the services provided.

Staff work in teams to provide support to a small group of residents. A Service Coordinator who reports directly to the Residential Manager or Program Director supervises each team, including Senior Facilitators. Clinical expertise is accessed through CHIRS' Neuropsychologist, Social Worker and consulting Neuropsychiatrist. CHIRS routinely collaborates with community partners in order to access services such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy as required.

Activities

Each individual is involved in home and community activities, in keeping with their abilities and interests. CHIRS facilitates the development of positive everyday routines, which promotes the attainment of personal goals. Individuals may participate in a range of recreation and leisure activities, employment, education, exercise and social commitments. Many residents choose to access the diverse and exciting programs offered through CHIRS' Adult Day Services.

Family and Friends

The extent of involvement of family and friends depends on the wishes of the resident and his or her family. CHIRS is committed to facilitating and encouraging these relationships. There are numerous opportunities for involvement including casual visits at the residence, visits to the homes of friends and families, special events and service planning meetings.

For more information on Residential Services, please contact the Intake Department at CHIRS.