The RCD's Core Activities and Services

Information and Referral

• Providing clear, accurate information
• Making appropriate referrals
• Searching for new information
• Networking

Providing relevant information to consumers and the general public about services, programs, products, supports and issues. Referring individuals to appropriate community agencies upon request and referring to other internal programming at the Independent Living Resource Centres.

Skills Training

• Independent living skills development
• Pre-employment skills
• Entrepreneurial programs
• Self-management skill
• Computer Training

Providing consumers the skills and tools necessary to act and speak on their own behalf in all aspects of their daily lives.

Peer Support and Social Interaction

• Learning from each other
• Sharing experiences
• Creative solutions to everyday problems

Providing a forum for consumers to exchange ideas, experiences and concerns in a comfortable atmosphere to create solutions that will overcome barriers in their personal lives.

Research and Development

• Identifying service gaps
• Exploring new options
• Facilitating program development
• Demonstrating the knowledge of people with disabilities

Responding to unmet needs of people with disabilities, ensuring appropriate access to all mainstream community based programs and services by developing programs and services to meet these needs.

View and download a summary of the current activities and services at the Centre:
 DRC Services Information Sheet