A place to belong, seven days a week.
Loving Hands Support is an adult day program and drop-in centre in North York, Toronto, for adults who are physically or mentally challenged. Daily activities, community outings and Weekend Care, with certified Personal Support Workers beside you every hour of the day.
Adult drop-in centreWeekend Care
Two programs, one welcoming home
Adult drop-in centre
Come on the days that suit you. Weekdays offer art, music, life skills, gentle fitness, games and time with friends, led by staff who know you by name.
Weekend Care
Saturday and Sunday programs with a relaxed pace, social events and outings, and dependable respite for family caregivers.
Outings and activities
Library visits, parks, museums and community events, planned for accessibility with the right number of staff. Yearly Special Membership adds movie days, bowling, yoga and more.
A typical day
Every day has a rhythm you can count on, with room to choose what you do.
- 9:00 to 9:30Arrival, check-in and greeting circle
- 9:30 to 11:30Morning programs: arts, music, life skills, movement
- 11:30 to 12:30Lunch from home, stored safely and warmed on request
- 12:30 to 1:00Quiet time, rest or personal care
- 1:00 to 3:30Afternoon programs or a community outing
- 3:30 to 4:00Wrap-up and a progress note for your family in the portal
Clean, calm and fully accessible
Our space is built so everyone can get in, get around and get comfortable.
- Automatic sensor sliding doors at the entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible washrooms
- Mobile assisted beds for rest and personal care
- A clean and sanitized environment, cleaned and logged every day
Getting here
Arrange your own transportation, or travel by TTC with pick-up and drop-off times dispatched through us. Staff meet you at the door and make sure every client leaves safely.
Meals
We do not provide meals. Please prepare meals before arrival and package them with care, with the client’s name on the container, so there is good nourishment throughout the day. We store and warm them for you.
Care you can trust
Every member of our team meets the same standard before working with a single client, and keeps it up year after year.
- Certified Personal Support Workers (PSW)
- Police Vulnerable Sector check
- Medical clearance against TB
- WHMIS certification, renewed every year
- CPR course, renewed every 3 years
- Mental health course completed
What we stand for
Respect
We listen, advocate and support you.
Choice
You choose to be here and choose your activities.
Support
A safe place with staff trained to help you physically and mentally.
Inclusion
Friendships are made here. Programs include everyone.
Growth
We help you set and reach your goals.
Questions families ask
Who can attend?
Adults with physical challenges, mental health challenges, or both. We talk about support needs at a tour and the intake form.
Can I come just some days?
Yes. Our drop-in model lets you choose the days that work, including weekends only. Request or cancel days in the User Portal.
Do you provide meals?
No. Meals are prepared and packaged before arrival. We store them safely and warm them on request.
How does transportation work?
Clients provide their own transportation, or use TTC service dispatched through us.
How much does it cost?
Fees are on a sliding scale set at intake. Yearly Special Membership is optional and does not include weekday, weekend or transportation costs.
How do I get started?
Request a tour below, then register in the User Portal and complete the intake form.
Request a Tour
Tell us a little about who you are looking for support for. We reply within one business day.
Email: help@lovinghandssupport.ca
1286 Wilson Avenue #706, North York, Ontario M3M 3G4