Dufferin Child and Family Services, Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent Day Respite Program

Dufferin Child and Family Services

Service: Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent Day Respite Program

Record #: DUF0241

Last Modified: 05 Jul 2024

Last Full Update: 14 Mar 2024

Description

Description (Service)

MFTD Day Respite Program operates for children under 18 years of age who are deemed Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent by the Community Care Access Centre (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care). Program offers:

Staffing ratio to meet the needs of this client group and specialized equipment.
M.F.T.D Coordinator is a nurse and present at all times.
Children enjoy a multi-sensory, fun filled day with a meaningful program designed just for them.
Children are able to use the snoezelen room which is a multi-sensory experience that meets their particular sensory needs with positive outcomes.

No fee for program but parents are expected to provide all medications, meals, snacks personal items and equipment such as suction machines and feeding pumps.

This program operates out of agency's spacious and brightly lit multi-purpose room bi-weekly on Saturdays.

For all programs contact office or visit website.

Calls made to office after hours, weekends and on holidays will be answered by 24hr answering service.

Service Details

Hours	Office: Mon, Thu, Fri 8:30 am-5 pm, Tue, Wed 8:30 am-6:30 pm Service: Mon-Sun 24 hours Dates: Program operates bi-weekly on Saturdays Short summer program is also offered
Dates	Bi-weekly on Saturdays Short summer program is also offered
Areas Served	Dufferin County
Eligibility	Ages: 18 year(s) and under Ages: 18 years and under
Application	Referral by Ontario Health atHome
Languages	English
Fees	No fee for this program but parents are expected to provide all medications, meals, snacks, personal items and equipment such as suction machines and feeding pumps

Address and Location

Located In Community	Orangeville
Address & Map	655 Riddell Rd Orangeville, ON Canada L9W 4Z5
Intersection	Cross street: Broadway and 2nd St
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	519-941-1530
Fax	519-941-1525
Website	dcafs.on.ca/