Learn about housing options
Ages 15-17
- As you get older you may want more independence.
- Part of being more independent is thinking about where you want to live and who you want to live with.
- It is important to learn about different housing options that suit your needs.
Suggested Resources
- ConnectABILITY has a guidebook titled STEPS To Independence that can help you learn more about semi-independent living. You can also watch videos about New Approaches to making a home for someone with an Intellectual Disability.
- Partners for Planning has links and videos about housing solutions and real-life stories.
- Empowering Ability includes podcasts and blogs about creating housing solutions and creative housing options.
Ages 18-21
- As you get older you may want more independence.
- Part of being more independent is thinking about where you want to live, and who you want to live with.
- It is important to learn about different housing options that suit your needs.
Suggested Resources
- ConnectABILITY has a guidebook calledĀ STEPS To Independence that can help you learn more about semi-independent living. You can also watch videos about new approaches to making a home for someone with an Intellectual Disability
- Partners for Planning has links and videos about housing solutions and real-life stories.
- Empowering Ability includes podcasts and blogs about creating housing solutions and creative housing options.
- Developmental Services Ontario has developed the DSO Housing Toolkit to help people explore housing options and create a housing plan.
Ages 22-40
- As you get older you may want more independence.
- Part of being more independent is thinking about where you want to live, and who you want to live with.
- It is important to learn about different housing options that suit your needs.
Suggested Resources
- ConnectABILITY has a guidebook titled STEPS To Independence that can help you learn more about semi-independent living. You can also watch videos about new approaches to making a home for someone with an intellectual disability.
- Partners for Planning has links and videos about housing solutions and real-life stories.
- Empowering Ability includes a webpage, podcasts and blogs about creating housing solutions and creative housing options.
- Developmental Services Ontario has developed the DSO Housing Toolkit to help people explore housing options and create a housing plan.
Ages 41 and over
- As you get older your needs may change in the home you live in.
- You may need a home that is easy for you to get around in. This may be a home that does not have a lot of stairs or has a walk-in shower.
- It is important to learn about different housing options that suit your needs.
Suggested Resources
- ConnectABILITY has a guidebook titled STEPS To Independence that can help you learn more about semi-independent living. You can also watch videos about new approaches to making a home for someone with an intellectual disability.
- Partners for Planning has links and videos about housing solutions and real-life stories.
- Empowering Ability includes a webpage, podcasts and blogs about creating housing solutions and creative housing options.
- Developmental Services Ontario has developed the DSO Housing Toolkit to help people explore housing options and create a housing plan.