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About Us

Our Mission

“Working with others to improve the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities.”

Our Values

As an organization, we are committed to upholding five essential life experiences that improve the quality of people’s lives:

  • Choice
  • Community Presence
  • Community Participation
  • Competence
  • Respect

Years of Service Recognition for 2023

A number of Community Living Renfrew County South employees have recently reached length of service milestones with the organization. Congratulations to all employees. Your dedication to Community Living Renfrew County South and to individuals served is appreciated by everyone.

5 Years              Shannon Coyne                January 2018

                          Petra Zangerl-Van Veen   June 2018

                          Brittany Chmilewski          September 2018

10 Years            Nick Lueders                    February 2013
                          Maureen Sauve               July 2013
                          Mackenzie Fournier         August 2013
                          Donna Kurmis                  November 2013
15 Years            Shona Wallace                 February 2008
                          Faye Hamel                      April 2008
                          Lindsay Jamieson            May 2008
                          Mandy Hay                       May 2008
                          Lesley Burke                    July 2008
                          Maureen Springer            August 2008
                          Maggie Lebert                  August 2008
                          Amanda Heaslip              October 2008
                          Cathy Moriarity                November 2008
20 Years            Ann Blimkie                     October 2003
35 Years            Nicole Riopelle                June 1988

Our Organization

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Our History

A non-profit, charitable organization.

Established in 1964 by a grass roots group of concerned parents and interested citizens in assisting people with developmental disabilities.

Is funded by the Ontario Government, Ministry of Community and Social Services.

Offers supports and services for adults and youth in transition with developmental disabilities.

Directed by a 12 member voluntary Board of Directors, comprised of parents, self-advocates, and other interested people who share Community Living Renfrew County South’s vision for an inclusive community.

Two sites, one in Renfrew and one in Arnprior.

Our Milestones

The Sixties

  • Renfrew and District Retarded Children’s Association established in 1964
  • Bonnechere Valley School opened at Bonnechere Manor, operated by the Association
  • Organization name changed to Renfrew and District Association for the Mentally Retarded
  • Bonnechere Valley School moved to new location at Burnstown. Rehabilitation Centre opened at Opeongo Road location
  • Renfrew County Board of Education assumed responsibility for Bonnechere Valley School

The Seventies

  • Bonnechere Valley School moved to the Queen Elizabeth School location
  • Adult Group Residence opened at 874 Raglan Street South
  • Adult Rehabilitation Centre moved to present location at 326 Raglan Street South

The Eighties

  • Adult Apartment Program implemented
  • Supported Independent Living Program implemented
  • Four places for children with developmental disabilities approved at Renfrew Child Development Centre
  • Life Skills Program implemented
  • Association incorporated under the name Community Living Renfrew and District
  • First Executive Director hired

The Nineties

  • First Annual Laurel Rafuse Memorial Golf Tournament
  • Summer supports put into place for children and teens
  • Assumed responsibility for Day Supports in Arnprior
  • Name changed to Community Living Renfrew County South

2000 +

  • Respite Apartment established
  • First Annual M. Sullivan and Son Golf Tournament in support of children’s summer programs
  • First Annual Community Living Renfrew County South & O.P.P. Renfrew Detachment Fund Raising Breakfast in support of Renfrew Ontario Special Olympics
  • Relocation of Day Supports in Arnprior to 68 Daniel Street North
  • Foundations Program for Youth implemented
  • First Annual Walk, Wheel or Run for Developmental Disabilities in Arnprior
  • Group Home gifted to Community Living Renfrew County South in Renfrew
  • First Group Home opened in Arnprior
  • Purchased Condominiums in Arnprior
  • Second Group Home opened in Arnprior
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