DePaul House and Vincent House

Our History:

• We opened our first home for seniors who are developmentally challenged in July 1984; 
• The Society was approached to help provide permanent housing during the de-institutionalization of people with developmental and physical disabilities; 
• We currently have two homes in Scarborough with a total of 13 men and women.

Our Mandate:

• To provide permanent homes with 24 hour care for people with developmental and physical challenges; 
• To provide an environment that supports the residents with their spiritual, physical and emotional needs; 
• To provide an atmosphere which respects the uniqueness of each individual; 
• To encourage each resident to enter into the decision making process in areas affecting their lives; 
• To promote community awareness through participation as full members of the community.

The Characteristics and Needs of Residents:

• The residents are men and women ranging in age from 40 to 82 years. The majority of the residents are seniors. 
• Several of the residents have physical challenges. All of the residents have different levels of developmental disability. 
• The residents at DePaul and Vincent are provided with 24 hour staff support. 
• All of the residents are active members of their community through staff, volunteer, family and Vincentian support.

Staff:
Director: Martha Ernst
Tel. # 416 265-2605
Supervisors: Andrew Wells and Jackie Carlos 
Our staff currently consists of a well trained team of men and women who work shifts, including an overnight awake position