AVATIL

AVATIL promotes autonomy, social participation, and a satisfying quality of life in the community for adolescents and adults with mild cognitive or social limitations. To fulfill this mission, AVATIL provides programs and services that promote independent living. AVATIL encourages family participation and support in achieving this mission.

Programs and Services

Adolescents and Young Adults

Adolescent Outreach Program
- Weekly discussion groups for 15 to 17 year olds.
- Outreach to schools.
- Contact with family members.
Young Adult Outreach Program
- Offered for 18 to 25 years old who live with their families.
- Aims to provide young adults with a sense of belonging to a group as well as to provide a supportive environment where they can discuss independent living, health, sexuality, internet safety and anger management.

Residential Services

Transitional Living Program
- Provides residents with a transition to independent living.
- Consists of 2 transitional living apartments.
Support to Clients Living in the Community
- The community support program aims to support the autonomy of individuals living in the community and to promote a sense of belonging within a community.

Social Development Activities

Monthly recreational/social activities for adolescents, young adults, and Comitas members.
Comitas Group: Long-term support program of activities for older participants (aged 40+) of AVATIL.