Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities (The)
Record #: OCR0624 | Last Full Update: 05 Mar 2018 |
Names | |
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Alternate Name | OADD ; The Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities |
Location & Accessibility | |
Located In Community | Toronto Downtown |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Bay St and College St |
Physical Access | Not Applicable - does not provide services in person |
Description and Services | |
Description (Service) | Professional organization of people working and studying in the field of developmental disabilities, throughout Ontario. Members include: agencies and organizations * university and community college students and instructors * service provider direct care staff and managers * family support workers * case managers * psychologists * social workers * other dedicated individuals. Publishes an academic journal * hosts an annual conference * provides scholarships and awards * reports on issues, events, trends through the website * works with researchers and front-line staff on issues of interest |
Hours | Irregular, call for details |
Meetings | Annual General Meeting in April, Board meets 5 times yearly |
Areas Served | Ontario |
Eligibility | Members study, work, or are simply interested in the field of developmental disabilities * organizational members usually employ within the field |
Application | To become a member, complete the form available online. |
Languages | English |
Fees | Membership - fees available online |
Service Categories | Disability Associations ~ Developmental Disabilities |
Contact Information | |
Office Phone | 416-429-3720 |
Fax | 647-260-2016 |
oadd@oadd.org | |
Website | www.oadd.org |
Primary Contact | Jennifer Shaw, Administrative Coordinator |
Primary Executive | Tony Vipond, Chairperson, Board of Directors |
Alternate Executive | Gary Dowe, Secretary, Board of Directors |
Other Details | |
Established | 1989 |
Funding | Fees - Membership fees ; Private - Sponsors |
Elections | The Board of Directors is elected. |
Print Material | Journals * 3 issues per year * textbook |
Resources | Website |
Accreditation | No |