The Gage Transition to Independent Living, offered by Toronto's West Park Hospital, helps physically disabled adults acquire the skills necessary for living independently in the community. Although the program's goal has remained constant, its structure has changed considerably. In response to client feedback and community trends, the program has replaced its original institutional framework with a community-based one. This article traces how those involved changed the program to meet client needs, and describes what they learned in the process.
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