Community Links
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA)
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that offers 24/7 health care and support services to people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Founded in 1925 as the Visiting Homemakers Association, VHA’s goal is to provide clients with spectacular service when, where and how they want it to support their independence.
The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT)
CILT is a community-based resource organization that assists people with disabilities in learning Independent Living skills and integrating into the community. It aims for social and economic equity through Independent Living principles. CILT empowers individuals through services, programs, and activities, recognizing their right to control their lives. They offer skills training programs for successful community integration.
Ontario Association of Independent Living Service Providers
OAILSP provides members with professional development, involvement in provincial initiatives and network opportunities in order to advance the leadership capacity for independent living service provider organizations in Ontario.
Ontario Association for Independent Living Services Providers (OAILSP)
The Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA)
The Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA) supports a sustainable home and community support sector for Ontario’s one million people annually. The not-for-profit organizations offer health and wellness services, helping clients like seniors and people with disabilities remain independent. These compassionate and cost-effective services improve quality of life and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency room visits, and premature institutionalization, contributing to a sustainable healthcare system.