Our Supportive Housing program provides care and independent living for adults with permanent physical disabilities

Live independently in a supportive residential environment with access to 24-hour personal support when you need it.

Support that helps you live independently

Supportive Housing makes it possible for adults with permanent physical disabilities to live independently while having access to personal support services within their building.

Residents maintain their independence while receiving assistance with daily living activities from trained support staff when needed.

What is Supportive Housing?

Supportive Housing provides access to personal support services within designated residential buildings in Toronto.


The program is designed for adults with permanent physical disabilities who are able to direct their own care and live independently with support available on-site.

What this service helps with

Access to personal care and homemaking support that helps you live independently and confidently.

Personal care

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Bathing and toileting
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Dressing
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Mobility assistance
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Personal hygiene support

Essential Homemaking

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Meal preparation
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Light housekeeping
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Laundry
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Household organization

How it works

Supportive Housing combines independent living with on-site personal support services for adults with permanent physical disabilities.
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Live independently

Residents have their own living space within a supportive housing community designed to promote independence and self-directed living.

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Access personal support services

Trained personal support staff are available 24 hours a day to provide assistance with daily living activities and essential homemaking tasks.

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Coordinated access and support

Applications and referrals are coordinated through established community access pathways, with support available to help determine eligibility and service fit.

24-hour support in a residential setting

Personal support staff are available 24 hours a day in each building, providing assistance with everyday activities and helping residents remain safe, independent, and connected to their community.

Eligibility

This service is available to adults with permanent physical disabilities who:

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Are able to direct their own care
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Can live independently with support available on-site
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Require personal support and homemaking assistance
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Meet program eligibility requirements

How to apply

We welcome self-referrals as well as referrals from hospitals, community partners, health care professionals, individuals, and family members.


A new online referral process will be available in the coming weeks. In the meantime, please contact Nucleus directly for information regarding eligibility, availability, and the referral process.

Contact Us

For inquiries regarding Supportive Housing, please contact 905-829-4499 EXT.266

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What people are saying about Supportive housing

"When my wheelchair malfunctioned, the Nucleus attendant went above and beyond to ensure my needs were fully met and that I remained comfortable throughout the process. I am grateful for the professionalism, attentiveness, and exceptional support provided by Nucleus staff."

Anonymous

Nucleus Consumer

Common questions, answered

  • Do I need a referral to apply for Supportive Housing?

    No. Applications can be submitted directly through the application link on our website. A member of our team will contact you once your application has been received.

  • What kind of support is available?

    Residents have access to personal care and essential homemaking services, including assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, housekeeping, and laundry.

  • Is support available overnight?

    Yes. Personal support staff are available on-site 24 hours a day to provide assistance when needed.

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  • Will I have my own living space?

    Yes. Supportive Housing allows residents to live independently in their own residential unit while having access to support services within the building.

  • How do I know if I'm eligible?

    Supportive Housing is intended for adults with permanent physical disabilities who are able to direct their own care and live independently with access to on-site support. Eligibility is determined through the application process.