Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: ONT00049 | Last Modified: 02 Jan 2019 | Last Full Update: 30 Oct 2017 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 416-244-9686 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-877-244-9686 (Ontario only) |
| Fax | 416-244-6543 |
| info@ofcp.ca | |
| Website | www.ofcp.ca |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Support and services to people in
Ontario with cerebral palsy * assists member groups in the development
and provision of services and programs including accommodation *
advocates and promotes awareness, understanding and acceptance of
persons with cerebral palsy * encourages and supports research,
education and programs related to cerebral palsy * newsletter Planning Services Program - Program offers initial consultations, independent person-centred planning and information resources on services, programs and products * supports inclusion and helps people participate more fully and benefit from the life in their community Membership Services - Individual membership is open to all people with cerebral palsy, their parents/family members as well as professionals who have an interest in the welfare of persons with cerebral palsy * group members are non-profit organizations who provide services to people with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities in their communities The Children and Families Program - Supports and responds to requests from families of parents with children with cerebral palsy by offering information and resources that will assist in caring for their child * also responds to inquiries from professionals, organizations and students regarding cerebral palsy Assistive Devices Funding Program - Financial assistance program for the purchase of equipment for persons with cerebral palsy * categories of equipment include: communication and writing aids; orthotic devices; wheelchairs, positioning and ambulation aids; home accessibility aids; bathing and washroom aids and electronic aids for daily living Life Enriching Activity Funding Program (LEAF) - Provides opportunities to people with cerebral palsy who are a member of OFCP to participate in a Life Enriching Activity of their choice * examples include horseback riding, summer camp, swimming, art lessons, computer classes, or a community-based day program * see web site for further information * contact: leaf@ofcp.ca OFCP Household Pickup Service - Home pickup of used clothing and household goods and neighborhood used clothing donation bins in partnership with Value Village * call the OFCP for pickup info, or register for a pickup on web site |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Boundaries | Ontario |
| Eligibility | People with cerebral palsy of all ages, their families, caregivers, friends and interested others Must be resident of Ontario |
| Application | No referral required - Call, email or visit |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Minimal fees for membership |
| Agency Information | |
| Primary Executive | Gordana Skrba, Executive Director (Interim); Phone: 416-244-9686 ext 241; Email: gordana@ofcp.ca |
| Funding | Donations |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | Toronto |
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Black Creek Dr and Lawrence Ave W |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |