Use the following directory to connect with organizations that offer support services for various areas of accessibility.
Please note that the information is provided only as a reference tool and should not be interpreted as endorsement. The Township of Ramara does not assume any liability or responsibility for any errors, omissions, or for the usefulness of any information or service listed.
Alarms and Personal Security |
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C & B Alarms Ltd., Bracebridge, ON Medical and other alarm installation 1120 Beaumont Farm Rd, Bracebridge, ON P1L 1X2 705-645-4630
Enjoy independence with confidence at home or on the go with Medical Alert from Bell. Provides 24/7 emergency response.. 1-833-251-3208
Medical alert alarms to aid independence. 95 Barber Greene Rd, North York, ON M3C 3E9 1-866-784-1992 |
Communication |
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Speech and Stuttering Institute Offers speech therapy to children and adults with speech and stuttering challenges. 95 Barber Greene Road, Suite 308, Toronto, ON M3C 3E9 1-416-491-7771 |
Developmental Support Services |
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Offers support services to those on the autism spectrum and their families. Simcoe County Chapter 705-252-7429 ext. 100 1-800-472-7789 ext. 309
Catulpa Community Support Services Social service agency working in partnership with people and families with special and unique needs. Orillia Common Roof, 169 Front Street, Orillia ON L3V 4S8 705-733-3227
Offers services to children in day cares, adults, and those in group homes. Supports range from self-care, daily living skills, and supported employment. 283 King Street Midland, ON L4R 3M5 705-526-4253
Rehabilitation and support services for individuals with acquired brain injuries, neurological challenges and complex multiple diagnoses. P.O. Box 811 Cobourg, ON 905-349-2020 Toll Free 1-800-430-6523
Formerly Simcoe Community Services, Empower Simcoe offers supports to children and adults through their Preschool Services Division, Community Living Division and Regional Housing Support Services Division. 35 West Street North, Orillia, ON L3V 5B9 705-327-5391 |
Funding for Children with Financial or other Disabilities |
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Amici empowers young people in financial need to discover their full potential at overnight summer camps across Ontario. 1-416-588-8026 Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program To assist children facing financial difficulties to play organized sports. 1-844-YES-PLAY or 1-844-937-7529
Housing and support for families while a child is at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto 1-416-977-0458
Provides practical assistance for all in need. Summer camp funding program for marginalized children. 157 Coldwater Road West, Orillia, ON 705-326-3284
Service Canada – Child Disability Benefit Tax-free monthly payment made to families who care for a child under age 18 with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions. 1-800-O-Canada or 1-800-622-6232
Funding for children under age 18 to attend the camp of their choice after finishing treatment and being well enough to attend. 1-905-477-7743 or Toll Free: 1-866-753-0303
Custom-made dreams for Canadian kids living with severe physical disabilities or life-threatening illnesses. London, ON Toll-free: 1-800-461-7935 |
Hearing |
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Hearing tests and hearing aid services Memorial Plaza, 210 Memorial Avenue, Unit 120, Orillia, ON L3V 7V1 705-329-4419 or Toll free: 1-800-876-2528
Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf Provides residential, social, mental health, recreational, educational and vocational services for people who are deaf. Offers ASL signing courses and camps for deaf and hearing infants, children, and adults. Bob Rumball Centre, 2395 Bayview Ave., North York, ON M2L 1A2 1-416-449-9651
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Services to inspire and empower individuals and their families who are impacted by hearing loss. 75 Albert St, Suite 901, Ottawa, ON K1P 5E7 1-800-263-8068
Provides clinical services, products, education, and information for individuals with hearing impairments. Includes interpreting services. 64 Cedar Pointe Drive, unit 1412, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 1-866-518-0000
Clinic offering hearing services and hearing aids. 48 Mississaga St W, Orillia, ON L3V 3A8 705-326-3292
Services for those who are culturally deaf, oral deaf, deafened and hard of hearing people of all ages, their families, and the community throughout the region. Orillia Public Library, 36 Mississaga St W, Orillia, ON L3V 3A6 705-728-3577
Offers hearing tests, hearing aids, and hearing support services. 62 Colborne St E., Orillia, ON L3V 1T6 705-326-5909
A provincially run school providing education to students who are deaf or hard of hearing. 1515 Cheapside Street, London, ON N5V 3N9 1-519-453-4400 |
Mental Health |
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C.M.H.A. - Canadian Mental Health Association - Simcoe County Promotes mental health through community education, prevention and rehabilitation programs. 128 Anne St. S., Barrie, ON L4N 6A2 705-726-5033 Crisis Helpline: 1-888-893-8333
New Path Youth and Family Services Offers family mental health services, including counselling. Orillia Common Roof, 169 Front Street, Orillia ON L3V 4S8 705-725-7656 |
Mobility |
| Assistive Devices Program – March of Dimes
Assists adults with physical disabilities who are in financial need to purchase assistive devices that increase their mobility and functional independence. 1-416-425-3463 or Toll free: 1-800-263-3463
Assistive Devices Program – Ontario Ministries of Health and Long-Term Care Financially assists Ontario residents with long-term physical disabilities to obtain basic assistive devices essential for independent living. 1-416-327-8804 or Toll free: 1-800-268-6021
Home and Vehicle Modification Program – March of Dimes Supports large-scale renovations and retrofits for residents of Ontario living with disabilities. 1-416-425-3463 Toll free: 1-800-263-3463
Provides programs and services to maximize the independence, personal empowerment and community participation of people with physical disabilities. 1-416-425-3463 Toll free: 1-800-263-3463
Maximum Mobility and Access Centre Offers medical supplies and mobility equipment 408 Laclie St Unit 2, Orillia, ON L3V 4P5 705-326-8157
Retail business offering batteries manual and power wheelchair 705-327-1261 525 West Street South, Orillia, ON L3V 6H1
Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 34 Orillia The Legion will purchase wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc., for veterans, seniors or families in the community as needed. 215 Mississaga St. East, Orillia, ON L3V 1W2 705-325-8442
Offers services, support and advocacy for people with spinal cord injuries to help them achieve independence and full community participation. 520 Sutherland Drive, Toronto, ON M4G 3V9 1-416-422-5644
Wellwise by Shoppers Drug Mart Rentals, sales and repairs of mobility devices such as canes, walkers, scooters, wheelchairs, transfer devices, lifts, and ramps. 22 Colborne Street, West, Orillia, ON L3V 2Y3 705-325-8855 |
Service Animals |
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Training, placing and supporting dogs that offer safety, companionship and independence to individuals with autism. 102 North Park St. Brantford, ON N3R 4K1 1-519-722-2685
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind National Office and Training Centre Provide Canadians with visual impairments greater mobility and independence through the use of professionally trained guide dogs (Nationally) and mobility assistance dogs (Ottawa area). P.O. Box 280 4120 Rideau Valley Drive N., Manotick, ON K4M 1A3 1-613-692-7777
COPE Service Dogs - Canine Opportunity, People Empowerment Provides service dogs to people with mobility disabilities and to involve youth experiencing challenges in the dog training process. P.O. Box 20035 Barrie, ON L4M 6E9 705-734-2673
Diamond in the Ruff Medical Dogs Trains service dogs for people with medical conditions and physical disabilities. P.O. Box 1206, Brampton, ON LOG 1V0 1-905-782-3647
Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides Providing Dog Guides to Canadian with disabilities. 152 Wilson Street, Oakville, ON L6K 0G6 1-800-768-3030
Provides service and companion dogs for individuals with disabilities. 1286 Cedar Creek Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 5S5 1-519-623-4188 |
Support Services |
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Alzheimer Society - Simcoe County Support and education for those suffering from Alzheimer's and related dementia, as well as for caregivers and families. Seniors Care Clinic, 25 Museum Dr, Orillia, ON L3V 7T9 705-722-1066 or 1-800-265-5391
Canadian Cancer Society - Wheels of Hope Program Provides transportation for cancer related medical appointments, support for people living with cancer, family members and friends. Simcoe-Muskoka Community Office, 15 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 22, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 1-800-263-6750 or 1-800-338-6610 (Barrie office)
Personal home support services 74 Cedar Pointe Drive, Suite 1002, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 705-734-2235
Easter Seals Ontario – Orillia Assisting children and youth with physical disabilities and their families. 705-487-0424
File of Life - Emergency Medical Information Plan County of Simcoe Paramedic Services re-design of the original "Vial of Life" program and is intended to provide Emergency Responders with quick access to their patient's pertinent medical information in the event of an emergency. Fill out form and stick on fridge door. 705-726-9300 or Toll free: 1-866-893-9300
To apply for, renew, replace, or change or Ontario Health Card Service Ontario, 575 West St S, Unit 6, Orillia, ON L3V 7N6 705-326-4424
Health Care Connect - Find a Family Doctor Program launched by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to help Ontarians without a family health care provider find one. Toll free: 1-800-445-1822
For adults and seniors with physical limitations, provides non-medical personal care, caregiver relief and homemaking; Meals on Wheels; Transportation; Social Programs; Transitional Bed Service; Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance. 575 West St S, Unit 13A, Orillia, ON L3V 7N6 705-325-7861
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Provides a wide variety of services for kids and youth with disabilities. 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, ON M4G 1R8 HB Info Line 1-416-400-8876
Independent Living Services Simcoe County Assists adults and seniors, with physical disabilities or limitations, in Simcoe County and area, to live independently through a full range of self-directed, non-medical services including personal support, homemaking services, security checks or reassurance services and care coordination. 705-737-3263 or Toll-Free: 1-800-465-1133
North Simcoe Muskoka L.H.I.N. - Local Health Integration Network Provincial agency designed to plan, integrate and fund local health services, including hospitals, community health centres, long-term care homes, mental health and addiction programs and a variety of community support services agencies, and provide home and community care services within specific geographic areas. 210 Memorial Avenue, Suite 128, Orillia, ON L3V 7V1 705-721-8010 or Toll free: 1-888-721-2222
O.A.F.C.C.D. - Ontario Association for Families of Children With Communication Disorders Volunteer run organization which offers information, education and support to families of children with communication disorders 933 Alice St, Woodstock, ON N4S 2J9 1-519-290-1763
Ontario Ministry of Community & Social Services - Ontario Disability Support Program O.D.S.P. provides income and employment supports to eligible Ontario residents who have disabilities. Orillia Branch 705-325-7408
Red Cross - Simcoe Muskoka Branch Offers Emergency and Disaster Services, First Aid and CPR, Friendly Visiting, Meals on Wheels, Swimming Lessons, Telephone Assurance Program, Transportation, and Violence, Bullying and Abuse Prevention. 65 Cedar Pointe Drive, Unit 809B, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 705-721-3313
V.O.N. Adult Day Program, Orillia VON Canada professional staff and volunteers coordinate activities such as exercise classes, card and word games, communal outings and crafts for seniors and adults living with a disability or with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia or cognitive impairment. 705-326-7505, Jennifer Minor, Program Coordinator
VON's nurses, personal support workers, therapists and other health care providers offer services such as foot care, in-home respite, and caregiver support. Victorian Order of Nurses, 14 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 1501, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 705-737-5044 |
Vision |
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Braille printing and other related services for the visually impaired. Calgary, AB 1-877-402-5463
Producer of braille, large print and other alternative formats. 4545, 1re Avenue, Québec (Québec) G1H 2S8 1-877-272-4553
C.N.I.B. Foundation - Canadian National Institute for the Blind Provides vision related services for all ages in the areas of life, play, work, learning, and technology. 1929 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4G 3E8 1-800-563-2642 or Simcoe Muskoka 705-728-3352 ext. 5281
Production and transcription of all accessible formats at secure facility. 60 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 1002 Toronto, ON, M4T 1N5 1-866-679-0864
Accessible communications services for PDFs, e-Text, audio, braille, large print and online. 885 Meadowlands Drive E., Suite 401, Ottawa, ON K2C 3N2 1-800-563-0668
VIEWS for the Visually Impaired Non-profit provincial support and advocacy organization, is the parents' voice for families with children who are blind, low vision, or Deafblind. 1-613-601-1184 |
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