We Believe In Community First
Community Living Guelph Wellington supports more than 900 adults with developmental disabilities across Guelph and Wellington County. We believe that everyone has unique strengths, talents, and something valuable to offer. That’s why we focus on helping people build meaningful connections in their community—through work, volunteering, finding a home, and enjoying recreation.
We work alongside people with developmental disabilities as they build a meaningful, fulfilling life on their own terms through individualized supports and community connections.
A community where people with developmental disabilities are welcomed, valued, and feel they belong.
The Land Acknowledgement reflects our commitment to recognizing the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for and stewarded the lands where we live and work for generations. Developed with guidance from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the support of our JEDI Committee, it is one way we show respect, increase awareness, and support our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, inclusion, and building a more respectful workplace for everyone.
The people we support are the heart and soul of what we do.
Each person we support, comes to us with their own hopes and dreams. The best part of what we do, is discovering what their hopes and dreams are, and then working alongside them to make it possible.
All our services are delivered from a person-centred approach. This means we put the person’s voice and decisions at the center of any support we provide. They direct their life, and we support them to do so.
“It’s fun to meet new people in the community. I like learning new skills. I have learned a lot, like making eye contact, smiling and being polite is really important.”
“I love going to the games and seeing the Harlem Globetrotters! I got to get a drink and some food and shoot a basketball on the hoop and spin the basketball on my hand. It was the best game I ever saw!”
“I love living in a group home because I have friends and I get to go out more. I take walks to the mailbox with my staff and I like talking to the support staff.”
Joint Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI)
At Community Living Guelph Wellington (CLGW), we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.
Our JEDI Committee meets monthly to identify barriers, promote awareness, and recommend meaningful improvements to our policies, practices, and services. Through staff education, inclusive hiring practices, and opportunities to celebrate diversity, we continue working toward a workplace and community where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
