Reena will enable people with developmental disabilities to realize their full potential by forming lifelong partnership with individuals and their families within a framework of Jewish culture and values.

Reena: An Agency Overview

Reena is a non-profit social service agency dedicated to integrating individuals who have a developmental disability into the mainstream of society.

Reena was established in 1973 by parents of children with developmental disabilities, as a practical alternative to institutions. Reena strives to create and maintain an environment that respects and promotes dignity, individuality, independence and freedom of choice within a framework of Jewish culture and values. In 1977, Reena began receiving funding from the Ministry of Community and Social Services and, since that time, has grown rapidly.

Reena provides services to close to 1000 people who have a developmental disability and their families through:

• Residential supports: over 125 locations including group homes, apartments and townhouses for more than 250 adults.
• Day programs: members participate in recreation and leisure activities, life and work skills development and job placement programs. In addition, various socialization, continuing education and special interest groups are held.
• Evening programs for teens and adults enable Reena to reach out to the community to provide much-needed support to individuals who have a developmental disability, as well as respite for their families. Programs focus on recreational, social, and support groups.
• Counselling and therapy for individuals and family members.
• Student training and community consultation.
• The Al & Faye Mintz Reena ElderHome provides residence for 16 seniors.
• The Heather and Martin Goose Home for Young Adults with Autism
• The Berg Family Home which offers a permanent residential programme as well as a time share respite residential programme for children with autism.

The Toby and Henry Battle Developmental Centre

The Toby and Henry Battle Developmental Centre is a fully wheelchair accessible building for day and evening programs. Located in Thornhill, this unique centre features a wellness and health centre, gymnasium, creative arts workshop, computer centre, greenhouse and library, with activities tailored to the individual skills and interests of its members.
 
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Since 1973, Reena has been developing and providing community services for people who have a developmental disability. During that time, the agency has gained a well-deserved reputation for service innovation.

What makes Reena truly unique is the emphasis on providing Judaic programming and a Jewish environment for its clients, enabling them to develop spiritually and feel a connection and sense of belonging to their roots, culture and community.

Reena also encourages the expression of everyone's culture and religious roots, regardless of background or denomination.