Reintegration Care Units (RCU)
The RCU support hospital discharge for individuals with physical disabilities who need short-term housing and personal support before returning to the community.
The program provides accessible apartments and support services, to help people rebuild daily living skills and prepare for independent community living.
Who Is It For?
This program is designed for adults who:
✓ Are currently in hospital and preparing for discharge
✓ Have experienced a significant illness, injury, or change in physical function
✓ Require an accessible environment and personal support
✓ Need time to rebuild skills and confidence for independent living
What Kind of Support Can This Include?
Supports are non-medical and focus on building independence.
Personal care
and hygiene
Assistance with dressing
or grooming
Mobility and transfers
Meal
preparation
Light
housekeeping
Support with
daily routines
How Does Service Planning Work?
Participants live in one of 15 fully accessible apartments at Bellwoods’ Shaw Street site.
During their stay, clients receive support from a team that helps them:
✓ Set goals for community living
✓ Rebuild daily living skills
✓ Learn how to direct their own support services
✓ Access equipment and community resources
✓ Plan for housing and supports after the program
Participants may stay in the program for up to four months, depending on their goals and transition plan.
How to Access the Program
Referrals to the Reintegration Care Units program are made through hospital partners.
Hospitals submit referrals through the Resources Matching and Referral (RM&R) system as part of discharge planning.
Reintegration Care Units consist of 15 barrier-free apartments located at:
300 Shaw Street, M6J 2X2
Toronto, Ontario
Additional information is available by contacting:
Linta Kunnuthara
Community Access & Intake Specialist
Telephone: (647)-458-2206
E-mail: lkunnuthara@bcclsp.org