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1955
A group of parents came together in connection with the educational needs of children with developmental disabilities. Fundraising was done to build the Sunshine School in Hornby.
1960's
Families wanted their children home with them rather than be institutionalized.
North Halton agency was first to change its name from Association for Retarded Children to the Association for the Mentally Retarded.
Halton Opportunities Enterprises workshop began to serve adults with a developmental handicap.
Workshop moved to Hornby and formed the basis for our Vocational Program (ARC Industries).
Tinker Bell Nursery School was started for 2-6 year olds.
1970's
A provincial and national movement to "de-institutionalize" retarded people and enable them to move back to their communities.
North Halton, Oakville and Burlington Associations operated the Halton Developmental Centre for severely developmentally handicapped children ages 6 to 18 years.
Residential Services were developed, namely the Countryside Residence in Hornby for 16 adults.
An Auxiliary Living Program was established in Milton to encourage more independent living.
1980's
Saturday Centre, Respite Care and summer programs were developed.
The 16 bed Countryside Residence was replaced with smaller, more effective settings.
Residential and Vocational Services were expanded.
Association started providing resource teachers to serve children with developmental delays.
Membership voted to change our name to the North Halton Association for the Developmentally Handicapped.
1990's
Supported Independent Living became an independent service from Residential.
Tinker Bell Nursery celebrated their 20th Anniversary. This core program closed as our Children's Services were committed to total integration.
Celebrated the 10th Anniversary of Saturday Centre.
Membership agreed to change the organization name to Community Living North Halton.
Community Living North Halton Housing Corporation was formed to help provide safe, secure housing for people with developmental disabilities.
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