Assistive devices
We will ensure that our staff are trained and familiar with various assistive devices we have on site or that we provide that may be used by customers with disabilities while accessing our goods or services.
Communication
We will communicate with people with disabilities in ways that take into account their disability.
Service animals
We welcome people with disabilities and their service animals. Service animals are allowed on the parts of our premises that are open to the public.
Support persons
A person with a disability who is accompanied by a support person will be allowed to have that person accompany them on our premises. Fees will not be charged for support persons
Notice of temporary disruption
In the event of a planned or unexpected disruption to services or facilities for customers with disabilities, Babcock Community Care Centre will notify customers promptly. This clearly posted notice will include information about the reason for the disruption, its anticipated length of time, and a description of alternative facilities or services, if available.
The notice will be placed at the front entrance of our home.
Training
Babcock Community Care Centre will provide training to employees, volunteers and others who deal with the public or other third parties on our behalf. Training will also be provided to people involved in the development of policies, plans, practices and procedures related to the provision of our goods and services.
This training will be provided to staff as soon as practicable. Training will include:
- An overview of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the requirements of the customer service standard
- Babcock Community Care Centre’s plan related to the customer service standard.
- How to interact and communicate with people with various types of disabilities
- How to interact with people with disabilities who use an assistive device or require the assistance of a service animal or a support person
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Staff receive training on all equipment provided in our home for use with assisting residents with their activities of daily living.
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What to do if a person with a disability is having difficulty in accessing Babcock Community Care Centre’s goods and services
Staff will also be trained when changes are made to your accessible customer service plan.
Feedback process
Customers who wish to provide feedback on the way Babcock Community Care Centre provides goods and services to people with disabilities can contact the home and ask to speak to the Administrator or Director of Care.
All feedback, including complaints, will be reviewed by Administration and our Quality Improvement Team. Customers can expect to hear back in 7 business days.
Modifications to this or other policies
Any policy of Babcock Community Care Centre that does not respect and promote the dignity and independence of people with disabilities will be modified or removed.