Specialized Supports

Lawson Ministries Hamilton provides support to adults with a dual diagnosis of a developmental disability and psychiatric condition such as bi-polar disorder or early childhood trauma. We also support people with challenging and aggressive behaviors. Environment can often play a factor in the types of behavior an individual may present. This is evident in positive behavioral changes that can result from relocating an individual to a more appropriate setting. In all situations, we encourage the people we support to maintain close family contacts.

We also provide therapeutic support through high staffing levels, behaviour regimens developed in consultation with Hamilton Brant Behavior Services and other community professionals, and by monitoring prescribed medication. Links are established with other community agencies for day programs, joint initiatives, as well as the sharing of training and other services. The Salvation Army Lawson Ministries Hamilton promotes an environment based on sound moral values, while respecting the religious and personal beliefs of each person.