Specialized Behavioural Support Services Across the GTA

Individualized 1:1 in-home and community support for individuals with developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis, acquired brain injury, mental health disorders, and complex behavioural needs.

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Service Overview

What This Service Provides

Specialized behavioural support is the core of what Dasdey does. Our associates are matched with individuals whose needs go beyond what generic personal support workers are trained to handle, people with significant behavioural presentations, multiple diagnoses, or histories of crisis that require a steady, trained, and compassionate presence.

We support individuals with developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis (DD plus mental health), acquired brain injury (ABI), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), mental health disorders, and behavioural challenges that may include aggression, self-injury, elopement, property destruction, or non-compliance. Every associate matched to a behavioural support placement holds Ministry-approved crisis intervention training (CPI, NVCI, UMAB, or SMG), current First Aid and CPR, and a clear Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Support is delivered in the home, in the community, or in residential settings, and is shaped by the individual's behaviour support plan, clinical team, and family priorities. For individuals requiring more intensive structure, we can deploy 2:1 or 3:1 support models as needed.

Who This Is For

Who We Serve

This service is for individuals with complex needs who require trained, behaviourally-skilled 1:1 support. We work with families, agencies, schools, and clinical teams.

Adults and youth with developmental disabilities (DD/IDD)

Individuals with dual diagnosis (DD plus mental health disorder)

People with acquired brain injury (ABI) needing behavioural support

Individuals with mental health disorders (psychotic, mood, personality)

Children, youth, and adults with FASD

Individuals with histories of aggression, self-injury, or elopement

People stepping down from inpatient or residential placements

Anyone whose behavioural needs exceed standard PSW support

What's Included

Specific Support Activities

1:1 in-home behavioural support shaped by the individual's BSP
2:1 and 3:1 support models for high-intensity placements
Community-based outings and structured activity support
Implementation of antecedent strategies and reinforcement systems
De-escalation, redirection, and physical intervention (where trained and needed)
Daily routines, life skills, and meaningful engagement
Coordination with clinical teams, psychiatrists, case managers, and families
Detailed session notes and incident documentation as required

Simple Process

How It Works

Intake & Risk Profile

We review the individual's behaviour support plan, diagnoses, history, current team, and any active risks or recent incidents.

Specialized Match

We match an associate with relevant credentials, crisis training, and direct experience with the presenting behaviours and population.

Coordinated Support

Service begins with structured handover. Our coordination team stays in close contact with you and the clinical team to keep support effective.

Accessibility

Funding We Accept

We help families navigate funding to access this service. Our coordination team can guide you through the process.

Passport Program

Special Services at Home (SSAH)

Ontario Autism Program (OAP)

Private Pay

Insurance / Rehabilitation Plans

Direct Agency Contracting

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does specialized behavioural support actually look like day to day?

It depends entirely on the person. For one client, it might be 4-hour evening shifts at home running a structured routine, mealtime support, and a community walk. For another, it might be all-day 1:1 in a day program with antecedent strategies and reinforcement following an active behaviour plan. Our associates adapt support intensity and approach to the individual's plan, not a one-size template.

Do your associates have crisis intervention training?

Yes. Every associate matched to a specialized behavioural support placement holds current Ministry-approved crisis intervention training. Common certifications include CPI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention), NVCI, UMAB, or Safe Management Group (SMG). Certifications are renewed on schedule.

Can you provide 2:1 or 3:1 support?

Yes. For individuals whose behavioural intensity, size, or risk profile requires more than one associate, we deploy 2:1 and 3:1 staffing models. This is most common for placements following stepdown from hospital, secure care, or after a significant behavioural incident.

Do you work with the existing clinical team?

Yes. We see ourselves as part of the team, not separate from it. Our associates follow behaviour support plans authored by clinical teams, psychologists, or behavioural specialists, and we report back through whatever channels work for the team (notes, calls, weekly check-ins, incident reports).

Can you support individuals stepping down from hospital or residential care?

Yes. Stepdown placements are one of our specialties. We work closely with discharge teams, families, and agencies to ensure the home environment is set up for success and that consistent associates are in place from day one.

Are your associates insured?

Yes. The agency carries comprehensive liability coverage, and every associate carries their own commercial general liability ($2M minimum) and professional liability ($1M minimum) insurance, plus auto coverage where applicable.

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