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Organization:
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Ability First Ottawa
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Phone Numbers:
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613-291-5422
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Address:
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Collab Space
70 Bongard Ave, Unit B
Ottawa, ON
K2E 7Z9
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Intersection:
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Merivale Rd and West Hunt Club Rd
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Irregular, call for details
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Executives:
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Christina Ranieri - Executive Director
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Service Description:
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Organization providing services and support to people with developmental disabilities and their families * Services include the following programs:
- Adult Skills Training: designed to build and develop the skills necessary for individuals to maximize their potential
- Summer Camps: programming includes recreational activities, special guests, motivational speakers, live brans, artistic activities, theatre
- Music Ability and Discover Music: music program
- Zero Waste Gardening Program: zero waste mini gardens for individuals without access to the food bank
Volunteer opportunities for youth * waitlists for many programs * virtual programs offered
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Meetings:
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Call or email for more information |
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Fees:
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Set fee per individual, per day * Those who are in need of financial support can apply through the organization's Board of Directors
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Application:
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Send message via Facebook page or email and request an intake appointment * potential volunteers email credentials and resume, police check required to work with participants directly *
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People with developmental disabilities, who are on the Autism Spectrum, with Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADD/ADHD), anxiety disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, other similar disorders, and non-developmental disabilities
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Languages:
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English ; American Sign Language (ASL)
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Area Served:
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Ottawa
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Last Updated:
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11/11/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210441
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