Addus

Addus Belonging to a community is more than a luxury – it is a fundamental need. Together we can open the door to possibilities — because everyone matters!

Addus is a non-profit charity that supports young adult with developmental disabilities to actively participate in their community and hold valued social roles. Since 1997, in partnership with the Toronto community, Addus has provided fun, meaningful, and individualized day supports for young adults with developmental disabilities. We are a registered non-profit charitable organization. Our dynamic support programs are custom designed directly with participants to be responsive to their individual hopes, dreams and goals. This personalized plan works as a guide to help build all daily supports, programs and curriculum developments. Together, we create and implement a results oriented plan of action. This ensures the individual’s decision making, supported by Addus, is based on concepts of “exploring options” and “informed choice.”

We empower and support participants to take charge of their own lives while giving back to their community to become valued contributing members. Addus provides a welcoming environment that fosters friendships, builds connections, and recognizes the strengths and talents of everyone. Let us know how we can support you! We provide fee for service options as well as being able to accommodate families who receive Passport Funding.

🍂 More Than a Market — It’s a Celebration of What People Can Do! 🍂Our annual Addus Windermere Harvest Market is back! ❤️...
09/25/2026

🍂 More Than a Market — It’s a Celebration of What People Can Do! 🍂
Our annual Addus Windermere Harvest Market is back! ❤️
Yes, it’s a fundraiser—but it’s so much more than that.
In the weeks leading up to the Market, Addus participants are busy creating, preparing and contributing. They help make the delicious baked goods, jams and preserves you'll find at the tables, prepare items for sale, and take part in welcoming and serving members of their community.
They aren't just attending the Harvest Market. They are the makers, the sellers and the artisans behind it.
And that is what makes this day so special. The Harvest Market is an opportunity for people with developmental disabilities to share their talents, take pride in their work, connect with neighbours and be recognized for what they contribute to their community.
Come shop, enjoy some great food, listen to live music from our musical guest Vaslav, and meet some of the wonderful people who make the Windermere Harvest Market what it is.
📅 October 8 & 9
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 St. Olave's Church, 360 Windermere Ave.
🍪 Baked goods • BBQ • Jams & preserves • Live music & more!
Come for the treats. Stay for the music. Leave knowing you've supported something pretty special. ❤️

❤️ Walking for Dreams 2025Some of the wonderful people who made last year’s Walk so special.❤️ What does it mean to Walk...
09/04/2026

❤️ Walking for Dreams 2025
Some of the wonderful people who made last year’s Walk so special.

❤️ What does it mean to Walk for Dreams?

It means walking for opportunity.

For the opportunity to learn something new.
To discover a talent.
To contribute through work or volunteering.
To create.
To build friendships.
To become more independent.
To be known, valued and included in your community.

On Sunday, October 4th, this year 2026, the Addus community will gather in High Park for our 15th Annual Walking for Dreams 5K Walk.

For 15 years, this special day has brought together participants, families, staff, friends and supporters who believe in something very important:

❤️ People with developmental disabilities deserve opportunities to build lives filled with purpose, connection, choice and belonging.

Walking for Dreams is Addus’s largest community fundraiser, and the funds raised help us continue creating those opportunities throughout the year.

Behind every donation is the possibility of another experience, another connection, another accomplishment and another moment when someone gets to say:

“I did it.” ❤️

Whatever you donate, it all adds up—and it all helps. You make a difference!

❤️ Will you walk beside us in spirit?

Donate securely through CanadaHelps:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/93443

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❤️ 15 years of walking.
15 years of dreaming.
Thousands of moments that mattered.
And so many more still ahead.

Thank you for believing in the people we support and in the possibilities that happen when everyone has the opportunity to belong. ❤️

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09/02/2026

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Wedding season, but make it Smashing Good. 💍🎂🌻

We turned a classic tiered wedding cake into a larger-than-life piñata, complete with sunny florals and plenty of personality. Because who says the wedding cake has to be edible?

08/17/2026

LANTERN FESTIVAL
The Addus Art Plus Lantern Festival celebrates community, creativity, individuality, and the beauty of light. For centuries, lanterns have been symbols of hope, guidance, and togetherness across many cultures.
Inspired by this tradition, our Art Plus artists created their own unique lantern designs and glow-in-the-dark paintings, transforming the Art Studio into a colourful and vibrant space filled with creativity and light.
Each creation reflects the individuality of our artists and reminds us that every unique contribution helps brighten and strengthen our community.

06/15/2026

🎉 Celebrating 15 Amazing Years! 🎉

Today, we are proud to celebrate an incredible milestone as Rebecca marks 15 years of employment with Starbucks! ☕💚

Rebecca's dedication, hard work, and positive spirit have made a lasting impact, and we couldn't be more proud of all that she has accomplished. Her journey is a wonderful reminder of the importance of creating inclusive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and belong.

Congratulations, Rebecca! Thank you to our partners at Starbucks for supporting inclusive employment and for helping celebrate this special day with us. Here's to many more moments worth celebrating! ❤️

10/31/2025

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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