WDDS (Woodstock and District Developmental Services)

Application

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Eligibility - Population(s) Served

People with a developmental disability and their families

Executives

Kelly Christo - Chief Executive Officer
519-539-7447 ext 224 * kchristo@wdds.ca
Sheri Nancekivell - Director of Operations
snancekivell@wdds.ca

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Woodstock and North Oxford

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Opportunities and supports for people living with a developmental disability and their families * services include accommodation, employment, day services, respite, family support, education and learning opportunities * Youth Camp

Accommodation Enables people to be as independent as possible and to live and participate, to their fullest extent, in the life of their community * variable levels of supports provided in different environments, dependent on individual needs and abilities * learning opportunities include areas such as self-care, household management, social skills and community awareness
Day Services Day services that assist and support the development of each persons unique skills and personal networks to enable them to be participating members of the community
Family Support Services WDDS offers Family Services to assist caregivers and their loved ones to access appropriate resources, relief, and navigate the developmental services sector. Family Services encompasses the Family Support Program for families with children under 18 years old, Summer Camp for ages 10-21, Overnight Respite for those 18 years and older, and Youth to Adult Transition Planning. Services are either funded by the MCCSS or fee-for-service.
Job Links Free employment services that provide support to people with disabilities to secure employment
Respite Services Provides short-term, scheduled respite for adults 18 years of age or older with developmental disabilities who reside in Oxford County

About Us

WDDS (Woodstock and District Developmental Services) is a non-profit charitable organization that has been providing opportunities and supports for people living with developmental disabilities in Oxford County since 1959. The organization began over 60 years ago when a group of caring and dedicated people had a vision that people with developmental disabilities should be welcomed and included in their community.