Assisted Living Program for Deaf Seniors age 65 and older who require personal assistance with activities of daily living
Outreach Services: Personal Support Workers (PSW) provide in-home assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, medications reminder), light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation
Respite care and parent relief: provides deaf individuals with special needs who live at home the opportunity to meet new friends and become involved in new activities in a signing environment while offering parents a break from the challenges of daily care * subsidized by an Individual’s Passport funding, respite options can also be purchased in Toronto or Milton during the day, overnights and weekends as well as a number of activity based camps and workshops are offered throughout the year
Sign Language Services: Classes are offered for hearing individuals from Grade 9 and up * courses are provided in Toronto and Milton & American Sign Language (ASL) instructors are certified to teach using the Signing Naturally Curriculum
Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf (BRHD): 64-bed home long-term care facility in Barrie provides a home-like atmosphere while supporting resident’s independence, sense of belonging and dignity * services include 24-hour nursing care, physicians, physiotherapy, personal support workers (PSW) to assist with the activities of daily living * activities and programs are directed by residents * housekeeping, hairdressing services, foot care, dental and eye clinics are also available * all meals are cooked on site
It is the mission of the Bob Rumball Organizations to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve