Community Supports
Community Living Mississauga is a non-profit, charitable organization which supports people who have an intellectual disability to identify and achieve their personal goals and interests.
Providing support to children, youth, adults and their families who require assistance to access community supports, information and services. Service Coordination is a goal-oriented and time limited service which can be accessed through a centralized intake process.
A person must have an intellectual disability and be living in the Mississauga community with his/her family in order to be eligible to access this service. Referrals and inquiries for children and youth can be made through the Kids Pathways Peel Network at www.kidspathwayspeel.com and for adults through Developmental Services Ontario at www.dsontario.ca.
INFORMATION SESSIONS:
Community Living Mississauga is proud to offer a variety of Information Sessions to people who have an intellectual disability and their families living in Mississauga. At these sessions, professionals speak about a wide variety of topics including – Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Wills and Trusts, Powers of Attorney and Guardianship, Role of the Trustee, and Financial Planning.
All information sessions are currently being offered virtually, and are presented on the Zoom platform
Estate Planning 101:
Learn about some of the points you may need to consider when completing your estate planning. General information about Wills and Trusts, the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) and other financial considerations will be available. We are offering three dates for you to choose from during the Fall 2020 season:
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Tuesday, October 13, 2020, or
Tuesday, October 27, 2020, or
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Passport: Daily Living
Information session for those who receive support. You will be provided with an overview of the approval process for Passport Funding, as well as examples of how you can use your Passport funding. We will answer your questions regarding Passport guidelines, including new guidelines during Covid 19. Join in on our virtual information session and get your questions answered.
Guest Speaker: Saara Zainul, Peel Passport Developer
Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Time: 7:00m-8:30pm
Wills and Trusts:
Learn how to establish a specialized Will that ensures your family member’s future is as secure as possible.
Guest Speaker: Lisa Sticht-Maksymec, Lawyer, Pallett Valo LLP
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2020
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00 pm
Technology is Empowering!
Learn about the various ways that technology can increase independence. Hear about real life examples where technology is being used with great success!
Guest Speaker: Shelbey Pillon, Community Living Essex County
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Role of the Trustee:
This is a great opportunity for you to learn exactly what a Trustee is. Lisa Sticht-Maksymec will provide information on the ongoing role and responsibilities of a Trustee. You will learn valuable information to help you when you are choosing a Trustee, and for the Trustee to be aware of their role.
Guest Speaker: Lisa Sticht-Maksymec, Lawyer, Pallett Valo LLP
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2020
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Power of Attorney and Guardianship:
Lisa Sticht-Maksymec will present information on the similarities and differences between “Power of Attorney” and “Guardianship”. Lisa will also be available to answer your questions on these topics.
Guest Speaker: Lisa Sticht-Maksymec, Lawyer, Pallett Valo LLP
Date: Thursday, November 26, 2020
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Ask the Expert:
A panel of experts will discuss and answer questions on topics such as taxes, estate planning and financial planning. This panel will be able to address questions from their unique perspectives about factors to consider when estate planning, taxes, and including a Henson Trusts in your will.
Guest panelists:
- Lisa Sticht-Maksymec, Lawyer, Pallett Valo LLP
- Winifred Kanyogonya, Manager Private Trust, TD Wealth Private Trust – The Canada Trust Company
- Kevin Wong, Partner, MDP LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants
- Michael Parris, Investment Advisor, BA, CFP, CPCA – Manulife Securities
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
For registration information, please e-mail infosessions@clmiss.ca
PARENT/ FAMILY GROUPS:
All group sessions are currently being offered virtually, and are presented on the Zoom platform
Community Living Mississauga is pleased to support parent/family groups, where parents and family members come together to share information, successes, and to connect. Come out and join the conversation! In order to participate in these groups, you and your family member must be a resident of Mississauga.
FUTURE PLANNING GROUP (formerly known as the Parent Planning Group):
The Future Planning Group gathers for eight sessions that are designed to assist you to create a plan for the future for your family member. The Future Planning Group meets on a monthly basis from October to May. You must be able to commit to participate for all eight sessions.
In order to be eligible to participate, you must be a resident of Mississauga, and your family member must complete a Person-Directed Plan with Community Living Mississauga.
For more information, please contact Tracy Smyth at tracys@clmiss.ca
FAMILY RESOURCE GROUP (formerly known as the Parent Resource Group):
This group is comprised of parents/family members of teens, young adults, and adults. This group meets informally on Tuesday evenings, every 6-8 weeks to share information and conversation. There is a suggested topic each time, but the conversation is led by family members, and is free flowing. Come on out and connect with other families!
This group’s next meetings are:
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Suggested Topic: Technology
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Suggested Topic: Taxes, estate planning, financial planning
Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Suggested Topic: Ways to use Passport funding
For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Tracy Smyth at tracys@clmiss.ca
Planning Services:
All services are currently being offered via telephone, and virtually via the Zoom platform.
Planning Services at Community Living Mississauga assists people to develop Person-Directed Plans. Person-Directed Planning is the inclusive process of setting life goals, developing strategies, and outlining actions and timelines to accomplish the goals. A Person-Directed Plan assists one to make decisions about their long-term possibilities, and the next steps to get there.
The planner will meet with the person and their family to gather information. Information and resources will be made available to assist in supporting the Person-Directed Plan.
For more information about Planning Services, please contact Tracy Smyth at tracys@clmiss.ca
Sibling Workshops are offered to children aged 6 – 12 years old within the Peel Region who have a brother or sister with a diagnosis of an intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder .
- Runs 1 evening a month – alternating between Mississauga and Brampton
- Open to siblings of person who have a diagnosis of an intellectual disability or autism
- Siblings must be between the ages of 6-12 years of age
- Family must reside in Peel
- A minimum of 8 children must be pre-registered for workshop to run
- Register via Kerry’s Place: CWRregistration@kerrysplace.org or 905-293-9788 ext. 221
- Cost is $10 per session (pay at door) (covers Pizza dinner, drinks, arts and crafts)
- Separate registration is required for each night
