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About Creating Alternatives
Creating Alternatives is a registered charity that strives to provide a day program for individuals with developmental disabilities including downs syndrome, autism and global developmental delay in the GTA. Through programming we provide a safe and supportive environment where participants are able to socialize, learn and adapt in the community as well as practice literacy and work skills, to aid in transition into adulthood.
With your support we can continue on in our mission of providing participants with programs that educate, train, develop and create experiences for meaningful community integration. Creating Alternatives creates a personalized plan for each participant that includes training and programming in a variety of areas. A program may include: life skills, work skills, health and wellness, literacy, social & communication skills, fitness, recreation and/or multi-sensory awareness.
Our Vision
To live in a community where everyone belongs, is treated fairly and has the opportunity to make informed choices in order to plan and build for their future
Mission
To provide services to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their community by providing opportunities for their success in all aspects of life
We Value:
Being accountable to the individualBelonging, Community and Full CitizenshipRespectChoiceYour right to try new things

Services
Monday to Friday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Full-Time, Part-Time Programming and Respite
Different social ratios for optimal learning (1-1 & 1-5 social ratios)
Fully equipped environment that caters to a multitude of needs
Planned events within the community that offer a wide variety of experiences
Trained and dedicated support staff attending to the care, personal needs and safety of each participant at all times
Full-Time RPN/Health Supervisor for all medical needs
Assist with Behaviour Monitoring, Skills Improvement and Assessment
Assist families to the resources for Passport Funding information, Funded Day Spots and Community Resources Connection

Telephone: 905-264-9007
Fax: 905-266-0713
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