Welcome to Empower Simcoe, where our mission is to empower individuals and families through supportive services and inclusive community initiatives.
Serving communities across Simcoe County, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of people of all abilities, championing equality, and nurturing a sense of belonging. Join us in creating opportunities and transforming lives in Barrie, Orillia, Bradford, and beyond.
Empower Simcoe is a nonprofit organization guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities since 1953.
Originally founded by parents as an alternative to institutional care, Empower Simcoe now offers a variety of programs including preschool services, community living, and regional housing support.
- Our mission is to empower people to lead a full and inclusive life.
- We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a self-fulfilling life.
- Our Values Include: Driven | Accountability | Community | Respect