Taylor House: A Milestone in Community Living –
When the provincial government began transitioning individuals from institutions like Woodlands and Glendale back to their home communities, a major challenge emerged: there simply wasn’t enough housing to meet the growing demand. Many people were living with aging family members, and when those caregivers passed away, options were scarce.
In 1988, Clint Hames, then Vocational Services Coordinator at ICS, publicly criticized the lack of housing support provided by the government. But rather than wait for funding that seemed slow to arrive, ICS members took matters into their own hands. In 1982, they built Taylor House, the organization’s first group home—a bold step toward inclusion and independence for people with developmental disabilities.
It wasn’t until six years later that the society finally received government funding for the home. This achievement stands as a testament to ICS’s commitment to creating opportunities and advocating for community-based living.
Taylor House remains a symbol of courage, accountability, and respect—values that continue to guide ICS today.