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Garth Homer Society

A life, a home, and a place in the world

Programs and supports for adults with developmental disabilities
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Community Inclusion

Day programs that foster belonging and purpose through community involvement and meaningful contribution. There are six programs, differentiated by participants’ interests and needs.

Learning and Employment

Day programs and life supports that focus on independence and community integration through employment and post-secondary learning. 

Geriatrics

A retirement-style program for aging adults, Pathways provides an opportunity for individuals to age with dignity while receiving the necessary support as their needs evolve and their desires change.

Residential Services

Residential Services are delivered at the beautiful heritage home, Heron House. An inviting and nurturing environment create belonging for residents.

Who are we?

The Garth Homer Society is a non-profit organization that provides services and opportunities that enable people with developmental disabilities to make a life, a home, and a place in the world.

Founded in 1977, the society provides a wide range of person-centered services, including employment programs, community inclusion, life skills development, and residential support.

News

STARR team members support local families with hamper project

For the last twelve months, participants in the STARR community inclusion program have delivered newspapers and collected refundables in order to share their holiday spirit with local families. Their efforts cover the cost of a hamper brimming with gifts, groceries, and a full holiday meal for two families this year.

Tuning in with Equine-Assisted Learning

Did you know you can lower your heart rate by spending time with horses? Garth Homer community members involved in a new equine-assisted learning program can tell you how they develop leadership and teamwork skills while feeling calm and joyful around horses.

Building Community Through Shared Play

As adults with careers, we all struggle with the same challenge: finding time to connect with friends. For twelve Employment Services clients, the solution is the LifeStreams Hobby Club.

STARR team members support local families with hamper project

For the last twelve months, participants in the STARR community inclusion program have delivered newspapers and collected refundables in order to share their holiday spirit with local families. Their efforts cover the cost of a hamper brimming with gifts, groceries, and a full holiday meal for two families this year.

Tuning in with Equine-Assisted Learning

Did you know you can lower your heart rate by spending time with horses? Garth Homer community members involved in a new equine-assisted learning program can tell you how they develop leadership and teamwork skills while feeling calm and joyful around horses.

Building Community Through Shared Play

As adults with careers, we all struggle with the same challenge: finding time to connect with friends. For twelve Employment Services clients, the solution is the LifeStreams Hobby Club.
Two images side by side, the first of Megan sitting on a wooden swinging bench with a Malahat Skywalk sign and a view of the water an mountains behind her. The second is her leaning against a fence, with the Skywalk and a side by side behind her.

Celebrating Meghan’s Two-Year Anniversary at Malahat Skywalk

Marking two years at Malahat Skywalk, Meghan has grown from a new employee into a trusted member of the janitorial team—her commitment and attention to detail evident in every shift.

Our Values

Belonging

Everyone has the right to fully participate in the community.

Confidence

Everyone deserves to feel valued for who they are.

Autonomy

Everyone gets to make informed choices about what happens in their life.

Personalized Care

Everyone has the right to individualized services.

Purpose

Everyone has something to contribute to the community.

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Build Belonging

Your gift helps adults with diverse abilities live full, connected lives. Every dollar you give will be matched by the Garth Homer Foundation up to $50,000. 

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Centre for Belonging

At the heart of the Nigel Valley redevelopment, the Garth Homer Centre for Belonging will be a vibrant, inclusive hub. The space combines accessible program spaces, adaptable housing, and shared community areas.

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