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Communication Enrichment Class Notice Re: COVID-19
Winter 2021/2022
The Communication Enrichment Class will be returning online on January 11th! The class will continue to run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1pm. You can access the online blog below, where the class activities will be posted before each class. 
Any updates for class will be communicated to each participant, and will be posted here. North Yorkers continues to monitor the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we will inform all participants when the class is ready to return in-person safely. If you or someone you know has a communication disability and may be interested in participating in the class, please contact Jessica, our Manager of Client Services via email. |
December 31, 2021:
North Yorkers for Disabled persons has implemented new policies as per the new directive/recommendations put in place by the ministry due to the uprise in COVID-19 cases. Until further notice, we will no longer be allowing general visitors and day absences for residents for social purposes as of December 30th. However, we will continue to facilitate any medical appointments/needs for our consumers. Our main objective at North Yorkers for Disabled Persons is to protect the health and safety of our residents and members of staff during these trying times.
We will be sure to update our consumers as we obtain more information in the coming days.
North Yorkers for Disabled persons has implemented new policies as per the new directive/recommendations put in place by the ministry due to the uprise in COVID-19 cases. Until further notice, we will no longer be allowing general visitors and day absences for residents for social purposes as of December 30th. However, we will continue to facilitate any medical appointments/needs for our consumers. Our main objective at North Yorkers for Disabled Persons is to protect the health and safety of our residents and members of staff during these trying times.
We will be sure to update our consumers as we obtain more information in the coming days.
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COVID-19: Information, Resources and Referral
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, North Yorkers has continued to share current information about the virus and its effects in Ontario and beyond. This has been done through our COVID-19 Updates, which include current provincial or regional guidelines and information about the vaccines, as well as the state of the pandemic overall. They also include upcoming virtual events, which anyone is eligible to participate in.
North Yorkers is also actively researching topics related to COVID-19 on a regular basis, and we often base these topics off of questions that get asked through our website. All of the information posted on our website has been sourced from credible outlets, including Toronto Public Health and Ontario Health. Visit our Q&A Archive for general questions and answers.
Please contact Jessica, our Manager of Client Services, via email or by phone at (416) 222-4448..
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, North Yorkers has continued to share current information about the virus and its effects in Ontario and beyond. This has been done through our COVID-19 Updates, which include current provincial or regional guidelines and information about the vaccines, as well as the state of the pandemic overall. They also include upcoming virtual events, which anyone is eligible to participate in.
North Yorkers is also actively researching topics related to COVID-19 on a regular basis, and we often base these topics off of questions that get asked through our website. All of the information posted on our website has been sourced from credible outlets, including Toronto Public Health and Ontario Health. Visit our Q&A Archive for general questions and answers.
Please contact Jessica, our Manager of Client Services, via email or by phone at (416) 222-4448..
January 10, 2022
A Message from North Yorkers *New Policies* |
Answering Your Questions about COVID-19
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Approval of Pfizer’s Oral Treatment
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NEW: OFCP COVID Vaccine Support Fund
The Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy (OFCP) has opened a new funding opportunity for its members, in order to provide support in accessing the COVID-19 vaccine. OFCP is offering one-time funding of up to $200, which will cover the costs that may be associated with receiving the vaccine, including; transportation, attendant services, parking, or other related expenses. This funding can be accessed through the OFCP website, or by clicking here.
The Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy (OFCP) has opened a new funding opportunity for its members, in order to provide support in accessing the COVID-19 vaccine. OFCP is offering one-time funding of up to $200, which will cover the costs that may be associated with receiving the vaccine, including; transportation, attendant services, parking, or other related expenses. This funding can be accessed through the OFCP website, or by clicking here.
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Welcome to North Yorkers for Disabled Persons Inc. (NYDP)
NYDP is a non-profit charitable organization that provides 24-hour support services to persons with physical disabilities who require assistance in routine instrumental/activities of daily living (IADL/ADL). We are committed to enabling greater independence, dignity and communication facilitation to the consumers that are supported by North Yorkers. NYDP is funded by the Central LHIN and Ministry of Health and offers supportive housing, attendant services, communication enrichment programming, outreach communication facilitation, and information and referral services. NYDP is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
Disclaimer: Information, Resources and Referral
The information, resources and referral (IRR) content posted anywhere on the North Yorkers for Disabled Persons, Inc. website does not take the place of medical advice and/or legal consultation. The IRR posted on our website is meant to be a source of support and a network that links people to local resources. North Yorkers for Disabled Persons, Inc. does not verify for accuracy on the content provided in our IRR, and cannot be held responsible for misinformation.
The information, resources and referral (IRR) content posted anywhere on the North Yorkers for Disabled Persons, Inc. website does not take the place of medical advice and/or legal consultation. The IRR posted on our website is meant to be a source of support and a network that links people to local resources. North Yorkers for Disabled Persons, Inc. does not verify for accuracy on the content provided in our IRR, and cannot be held responsible for misinformation.
For media inquiries, please contact us via email