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Makor Disability Services/Women’s League Community Residences is a professional organization committed to the philosophy that every person, regardless of his or her level of ability, must be treated with the utmost dignity and respect. It is our belief that every person with intellectual and developmental challenges should be afforded the opportunity to maximize his or her functional, social and intellectual potential. This is accomplished through appropriate, individualized, person-centered programming. In addition, each person should be living in an atmosphere of acceptance, warmth, understanding, and security that upholds the rights of each individual and provides developmental opportunities both individually and as a member of the community. It is our belief that personal growth flows first from an improved sense of self worth, and that all programming must be formulated toward this goal of self actualization. All of Makor/WLCR’s service environments continually encourage service participant choice and expression.

Our mission is to provide professional education, support, and training for the promotion of good reproductive health using the Creighton Model of FertilityCare™, which respects all human life and the self-worth of participants. The FertilityCare™ System is an NFP model that provides useful health information beyond family planning.

A Safe and Protected Environment The shelter maintains a confidential address. Twenty-four Hour Crisis Intervention The shelter offers a 24 hour crisis line and is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A TTY line is available. Emergency Accommodation and Room and Board 27 beds are available for women and children. Meals, clothing and basic necessities are also provided Counselling Services for Abused Women Supportive counseling is available to women while they reside at the shelter. Staff and volunteers provide options and alternatives to aid women in making choices. An in-house support group meets weekly, offering an opportunity to discuss and learn more about abuse issues. Children’s Program Child and youth workers provide support to children & teenagers who come to the shelter with their mothers...many of whom have witnessed violence in the home. Child Witness Groups Assistance and support to children (Mom and Me Abuse Free)

The Massey Centre is an accredited Children’s Mental Health Centre that provides a comprehensive range of programs. From housing to mental health to education, we help high-risk pregnant and parenting adolescents and their children transition into independence and community integration as they achieve their full potential.