Providing employment opportunities and day supports to adults with disabilities

The Y's Owl Maclure Co-Operative Centre was formed in April 1999 with the merger of two pre-existing organizations, Y's Owl Co-Op and the K.C. Maclure Habilitation Centre, which were established in 1980, and 1985 respectively. Together they continue to provide an environment that fosters personal growth, opportunity, and dignity for adults with disabilities.

 

Frank Emmett Work Centre

The Frank Emmett Work Centre assists members in the acquisition of marketable work habits and skills to enable them to enter the competitive work environment. This is facilitated through on -site contract work such as shrink wrapping, packaging and labelling, and bulk mailing. Some participants are involved in city crew contracts supported by a staff supervisor. Each crew member earns minimum wage and provides services to municipalities, private businesses and home owners within the community.

L.I.N.E.S.

The L.I.N.E.S. (Linking Individuals through Naturally Existing Settings) program provides small group social and recreational activities allowing participants to join in other community activities.

Outreach

The Outreach Program provides individualized support and service to people living with disabilities in the community. Services range from companionship to supports that encompass the justice system.

Owl Employment

This program offers members paid employment opportunities in a fully integrated work setting. A participating member is supported by a Job Coach, who provides on-going assistance in the job search, training, and the follow-through process.

Foundations

Foundations has been designed to assist young adults with developmental disabilities make a successful transition from school to a wide range of community participation activities and work. Foundations will allow young adults to explore a variety of supports and services, make informed decisions, and direct ones own future. Foundations will assist young adults in developing the necessary skills needed to become more independent within their home and community.

Y's Owl Maclure Co-Operative Centre operates as a non-profit charitable organization with a volunteer Board of Directors and is primarily funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services.

For more information about services or membership, contact:

Y's Owl Maclure Co-Operative Centre
1140 Morrison Drive, Suite 100
Ottawa, ON
K2H 8S9

Tel: (613) 721-1500
Fax: (613) 721-6223
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