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Communication Enrichment Class Notice Re: COVID-19
April 2021
The North Yorkers Communication Enrichment Class continues to be facilitated online during the COVID-19 pandemic. The class runs biweekly, every Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. 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 the class facilitator, Sarah via email. 
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COVID-19 Immunization Clinic for Adults with Disabilities May 13th & 19th
Please contact our Outreach Communication Facilitator, Sarah, via email, if you have any questions or need assistance registering for your COVID-19 vaccine appointment. |
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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 daily updates on COVID-19, 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 Sarah, via email, if you have a question regarding COVID-19.
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 daily updates on COVID-19, 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 Sarah, via email, if you have a question regarding COVID-19.
Thank You Bobbi
A Message from North Yorkers
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Answering Your Questions about COVID-19
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When Did Other Countries Start To Open Back Up?
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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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UPDATED January 15th - Message To Our Stakeholders
The health and safety of the residents and staff of North Yorkers remains our highest priority during this COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize that the residents are more vulnerable than most other members of the population.
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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.
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