Adult Protective Services (APS) @ Canopy Support Services

The program assists developmentally disabled adults living substantially on their own in the community to live as independently and as safely as possible. Individuals living with family or in residential programs may also be eligible to receive supports for periods of up to one year if they either require some assistance with advocacy or wish to plan to live more independently and require case management supports to achieve their goals. Services include, – Case Management – Assistance with budgeting – Coordinating medical or dental appointments – Referrals to appropriate resources including but not limited to housing, education, employment and profession counselling – Assistance with obtaining approrpriate assessments to aid in planning – Support for any involvement with the legal system – Assistance with finding support for daily activities – Support to develop the individuals skills in learning how to advocate for themselves