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The Reena Foundation is a non-profit organization in Toronto, Ontario which seeks to promote dignity, independence, and community inclusion for adults with developmental disabilities.[1] Reena is a non-profit philanthropic corporation and a registered charity.[1] The foundation is centered around Jewish culture and values, however, Reena supports individuals from all denominations.[1] Reena's goal is to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality care.[1]
Company type | Non-profit organization |
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Industry | Charity and organization |
Founded | Toronto 1973 |
Headquarters | Thornhill, Ontario, Canada |
Area served | Greater Toronto Area, Ontario, Canada |
Website | Reena Foundation Website |
While the organization does operate under Jewish values, they do not discriminate against other denominations and support people of all religious faiths. The organization offers programs for senior citizens, adults and children. They also provide outreach programs, volunteer and work opportunities.[2]
Reena works in collaboration with Canada Israel Experience to provide a sponsored trip to Israel for clients with a developmental disability. This trip is offered to individuals of a Jewish faith who meet the individual program requirements as outlined on the Canada Israel Experience website.
The Reena Foundation currently operates 37 group homes across Northern Toronto.[3] Each home has a minimum staff-to-client ratio of 3:1.[3] Reena also offers respite programs for parents whose children live at home, as well as after-school activities and day care programs.[3]
Reena has offered leisure programs to meet the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities for over 28 years.[3] The foundation works to integrate clients into mainstream Canadian society. Reena maintains a variety of core values to ensure that adults with a developmental disability receive quality care as they age.
Reena offers an independent living residence for individuals with developmental disabilities. The residence includes programs designed to help integrate clients into mainstream society. The residence is funded through donations, and individuals are admitted based on an application process.[2]
Every calendar year, Reena publishes an annual report to highlight additions to their programs and services. They also publish their current Board of Directors, and a list to thank those who have donated and sponsored the organization.[4]
The organization offers a variety of work and volunteer opportunities for interested applicants, as well as services that help clients integrate into the workforce. Reena provides a variety of work and volunteer opportunities that can be found on the organization's official website.[5] Interested applicants are required to undergo an application and interview process to be considered for a position with Reena.[5]
The Reena Foundation supports adults and children with a variety of developmental disabilities. Some of the most common developmental disabilities supported at Reena include Autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, Alzheimer's disease and dementia.[6]