Private, Supported Independent Living for People with Developmental Disabilities, Autism, and other forms of Neurodiversity..
A home of their own in Lucan, ON. A community of belonging. The right support, co-designed with the person.
A Home for Life
What We Mean by Supported Independent Living.
Designed for adults with neurodiversity, including people living with an intellectual or developmental disability, who want to live full, meaningful adult lives with appropriate independence, choice, and connection to community.
Support is woven into daily life and the natural rhythms of the day, rather than imposed through rigid schedules or systems. Life here is thoughtfully paced, familiar, and steady, co-designed with the Person, not imposed or one-size-fits-all.
Faces You Know
Life at Highview Lucan
Highview Lucan is a private intergenerational home where adults of different ages, abilities, and life experiences come together to live as one shared home community. The home brings together Retirement Living, Dementia Care, and Supported Independent Living for adults with developmental disabilities, autism, and other forms of neurodiversity.
What makes a home feel like home isn't just the space; it's the way people care for one another. At Highview Lucan, daily life is shaped by a culture of looking out for each other. The team here is deeply committed, steady, and kind.
Relationships form naturally across ages and abilities. At times, support flows one way; at other times, it flows the other way. It's reciprocal, human, and real. Over time, what emerges is a sense of belonging. Staff, people who live here, families, and visitors often describe the same feeling. It feels like home because it is.
Your Day, Your Rhythm
What Does Supported Independent Living Look Like?
Care and support are designed to be present, thoughtful, and enabling, without taking over a Person's life. Rather than doing things for people, support is offered alongside them, in ways that respect adulthood, choice, and autonomy. Including,
Guidance and cueing around daily routines and transitions
Health and wellness oversight and reminders
Support to participate in work, volunteering, activities, and social life
Encouragement in building on existing skills and interests
Knowing someone is there when support is needed, and stepping back when it is not
Supported Independent Living doesn't mean constant or intrusive care. While there's always a team in the home to ensure continuity and support when needed, care is delivered in a way that protects privacy, independence, and dignity.
A Community That Feels Like Belonging
Is Lucan Right for Your Loved One?
This home is often a good fit for a Person who is an adult living with an intellectual or developmental disability, autism or neurodiversity, who wants to live in a home beyond the family setting without losing connection or care, benefits from structure, familiarity, and support woven into daily life, and values being part of a small, connected community.
Lucan may not be the right fit for every Person or every family, and that's okay. What matters most is finding a home where life feels steady, respectful, and right for the individual. If you're exploring options, curiosity is enough to begin.
“As parents of a neurodiverse daughter, finding the right supportive living environment was incredibly important to us. She has the freedom to build her own life, and we have the reassurance that she is cared for by people who genuinely understand and respect her”
— Jess
A Message From the Mayor of Lucan, Cathy Burghardt-Jesson
“The Township of Lucan Biddulph welcomes Highview to the community and looks forward to their arrival as a new neighbour. Their model of providing an intergenerational home for seniors, individuals living with dementia, and adults with developmental disabilities reflects an important and compassionate service. We value initiatives that support a diverse and inclusive community and wish them success as they establish themselves locally.”
We Believe Families Deserve Clarity
Highview offers simple, transparent monthly pricing for Supported Independent Living.
One All-Inclusive Monthly Fee
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Care + Rent Breakdown
Studio - $4,200/month
270 sq ft
Care: $2,200 + Rent: $2,000
Studio+ - $5,050/month
395 sq ft
Care: $2,200 + Rent: $2,850
1-Bedroom + Den - $6,050/month
503 sq ft
Care: $2,200 + Rent: $3,850
For clarity and transparency, fees are divided into two components: Rent (housing and accommodation) and Care (support services). This breakdown allows families to clearly understand both components of the overall monthly fee.
If your Person receives ODSP, the monthly housing allocation can be applied toward the cost of living at Lucan and deducted from the monthly fee.
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Each suite includes:
A private suite with an en-suite bathroom (shower, toilet, and sink)
Microwave and bar fridge
Up to 1.5 hours of supportive care per day
Three meals per day
Participation in all activities within the home
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Support is personalized and built as part of the ongoing Person-centred plan. While support levels are always guided by individual goals and preferences, we generally find that up to 1.5 hours per day is appropriate for the Supported Independent Living model.
Support may include:
Assistance with personal care and daily routines
Medication administration and management
Gentle daily check-ins and encouragement
Help with dressing, hygiene, or other tasks as identified in the care plan
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While our monthly fees are designed to provide clarity and consistency, certain personal and optional expenses remain the responsibility of the Person or their family.
Personal items such as clothing, toiletries, and laundry supplies
Clothing and personal purchases
Transportation beyond scheduled outings
External professional services (e.g., dental, optometry, physiotherapy, hairdressing)
Personal electronics, subscriptions, or memberships
In-community activities or programs that require external fees
Additional one-to-one support beyond the included daily allocation, if required
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Upon moving into any of our homes, a hospitality fee of $167 is collected and held on account.
Guest meals (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) are billed at $3.95 per meal and deducted from this balance. When the balance is depleted, it is replenished on the next monthly invoice.
Any unused portion of the hospitality fee will be refunded when the resident moves out of Highview.
Supported Independent Living Near You.
Highview Lucan
139 Main Street
An intergenerational home on Main St. where dementia care, retirement living, and supported independent living come together under one roof.
We understand.
Families ask us these questions every day.
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Support here is designed to come alongside the Person and do-with, (not to do-for). The goal is appropriate independence: doing what’s possible independently, with support available where it makes the biggest difference.
Lucan is a private home for individuals who do well with a steady rhythm to their day and encouragement woven naturally into daily life. Support might include cueing through routines, medication management support, reminders around meals, guidance with laundry or organizing personal space, and encouragement to follow through on work, volunteering, or activities they enjoy.
Support here is designed to come alongside the Person, not to do for. The goal is appropriate independence: doing what’s possible independently, with support available where it makes the biggest difference.
With up to 1.5 hours of support per day included, this model is intended for individuals whose independence can be strengthened through guidance and steady support, rather than high medical, high physical, or full-care needs.
Each Person’s experience is co-designed through a thoughtful, person-centred approach. Lucan is a home where daily life feels steady and respectful for the Person, and reassuring for families, bringing comfort and relief in knowing their Person is supported, connected, and given the chance to live their best life.
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When we describe Supported Independent Living at Highview Lucan as “private,” we mean that living here is funded directly by the Person and their family, rather than through government-funded programs.
In Ontario, publicly funded Supported Independent Living programs are typically funded through the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS). Access to those services is coordinated through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO). In some cases, specialized attendant services may be funded through the Ministry of Health (MOH).
Highview Lucan is not government-funded by any of these ministries or agencies. It operates as a private-pay, fee-for-service home.
Families pay a monthly fee that covers housing and up to 1.5 hours of support per day, designed to support independence and woven into daily life in the home.
Operating privately allows Lucan to offer a more flexible, person-centred approach. Support plans are co-designed with the Person and built around their goals, rather than being limited by government budgets or waitlists.
For some families, this feels like the right next step. For others, publicly funded options may be a better fit, and that’s completely okay. What matters most is finding the right home at the right time. Our commitment is simply to be transparent about how Lucan works, so families can explore all the options with confidence and without pressure.
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Yes. If your Person receives Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), the housing portion of their monthly benefit can be used toward the rental portion of the monthly fee at Highview Lucan.
ODSP payments are issued directly to the Person. Families would receive the monthly ODSP amount and then apply it toward the overall monthly fee at Lucan.
Because Lucan is a private-pay home, families remain responsible for the full monthly fee. However, the ODSP housing allocation can help offset a portion of the rental cost.
We encourage families to speak with their ODSP caseworker to confirm the housing amount they receive and how it applies in their situation. We are always happy to walk through the monthly fee structure with you so you can plan with clarity and confidence. -
Yes. Many families use Passport funding as part of their overall planning when exploring Supported Independent Living.
Passport is a provincial funding program through the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS). It provides annual funding to eligible adults living with a developmental disability to support community participation, skill development, and independence.
Most individuals receive approximately $5,000 per year in Passport funding, although amounts can vary.
Passport funding is intended to help cover costs such as:Community participation supports
Skill-building activities
Personal development programs
Respite for caregivers
Certain eligible support services
Passport funding cannot be used for housing or rent, groceries, or general living expenses.
At Highview Lucan, Passport funding may be used toward eligible support services provided within the scope of Passport guidelines. It cannot be applied toward the rental portion of the monthly fee.
Families have two options when it comes to managing Passport funding:
The Substitute Decision Maker (SDM) may choose to manage the funding directly. In this case, Highview Lucan will provide clear invoices and receipts for eligible services, which families can submit for reimbursement through the Passport program.
If preferred, Highview Lucan can assist in tracking and reconciling eligible Passport-related costs that are specific to services provided within the home. We can help organize documentation and support submission; however, Passport funding remains the responsibility of the Person and their SDM, and cannot be used for expenses outside of eligible services at Lucan.
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Respite stays may be offered at the discretion of the General Manager. (When Available)
Standard rate - $287 per day
Non-ambulatory rate - $313 per day
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The up to 1.5 hours of care a day included in the monthly fee is designed to support individuals who benefit from steady routines and guidance woven into daily life, helping them maintain and grow their independence.
From time to time, someone may need a little extra support on a particular day. That’s okay. We are here to help. Occasional additional time or assistance is part of living in a responsive home.
If a Person begins to consistently and regularly require more than the included daily allocation, we would revisit the person-centred plan together. Our approach is always collaborative and thoughtful.
Possible options that can be explored and discussed include:The home arranges for additional one-to-one support on a fee-for-service, hourly basis
The Substitute Decision Maker is arranging and scheduling additional one-to-one support directly
Contracting an outside service provider to deliver one-to-one support in the home
Once these options are reviewed and a decision is made by the Substitute Decision Maker, the Person-centred plan would be updated to reflect the agreed-upon approach.
Lucan is designed for individuals who benefit from encouragement, steady support, and a home that helps them live as independently as possible. If needs change over time, we work closely with families to find solutions that feel safe, sustainable, and right for everyone involved.
Our priority is always the well-being of the Person, while ensuring the home remains a warm, balanced, and supportive place for all who live here.
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Life changes, and so do support needs. At Highview Lucan, we expect that over time, a Person’s goals, routines, and level of support may evolve.
Our approach is ongoing and collaborative. The Person-centred plan is reviewed regularly and adjusted as needed, in conversation with the Person and their Substitute Decision Maker. Some changes are gradual. Others may happen more quickly. When they do, we respond thoughtfully and work together to determine the best path forward.
If needs increase, we explore options. This may include adjusting the level of support within the home, arranging additional one-to-one services, or referring to other support agencies that could come into the Home. The goal is always to respond with care and clarity.
We understand that families often carry a quiet worry about what happens when they are no longer here or able to provide the same level of care for their son or daughter. These are real concerns, and we understand them deeply.
Our commitment is to walk alongside you, reviewing, planning, and adjusting as needed, so that change feels thoughtful and manageable. And we hope that over time, you are able to rest easy knowing your Person is living in their home, where they are part of a community, with the right amount of support for their independence.
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Highview Lucan is a private pay, fee-for-service home. There is no government-managed waiting list or formal referral process required.
Lucan is an intergenerational home and, as such, there are a designated number of suites available for adults under the age of 65 within the Supported Independent Living model. If a suite is open, it is available. When all suites are filled, we maintain a simple internal waiting list.
When a suite becomes available, it is offered to the next Person at the top of the waiting list.
Joining the waiting list is easy, there is no cost, and there is no obligation to accept a suite if the timing is not right. Many families choose to place their name on the waiting list as part of contingency planning.
If you have completed the MCCSS / DSO application process, your Person can typically remain on that government waiting list while living at Highview Lucan. Some families choose to use Lucan as a gap strategy — providing a stable home for Supported Independent Living while waiting for a government-funded room-offer to be made.
We encourage families to confirm their specific situation with their DSO representative. Our goal is to keep the process straightforward and transparent, so families can make the right decision for their Person and specific situation. -
The first step is simply a conversation.
You can call us directly at 1-877-777-6523 or email gmlucan@highviewres.com
We will answer your questions, review the private pay model and monthly fees, and explore whether Supported Independent Living at Highview Lucan may be a good fit for your Person.
If you decide you would like to move forward, we can add your Person’s name to our waiting list. There is no cost to do so, and no obligation to accept a suite if the timing is not right.
There is no formal application required to begin, just an open invitation to connect and learn more.
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Yes, but not in the way you might expect. Highview Lucan operates as a licensed Retirement Home under the Ontario Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). To maintain this license, at least 51% of the individuals living in the home are 65 years of age or older.
That means at any time Highview Lucan will have a combination of seniors and younger adults, allowing Lucan to operate as a thoughtfully intergenerational home.
This intergenerational design is intentional. It creates opportunities for connection, shared experiences, and meaningful contribution across age groups, while still operating within a clear regulatory framework.
Lucan is regulated under the Retirement Homes Act and is subject to regular RHRA inspections and oversight. The home meets all provincial requirements related to safety, care standards, resident rights, emergency preparedness, and operational accountability.
Highview Lucan is not funded or regulated by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services for developmental services.
In addition to RHRA oversight, the home adheres to applicable legislation and standards, including local public health authorities, the Ministry of Health, where relevant, the Ministry of Labour, the Ontario Fire Code, and other provincial safety and workplace regulations.
Families can feel confident that Lucan operates with structured accountability, clear legislative oversight, and a strong commitment to safety and quality, while still remaining a real home.
The best way to know if Highview is right for you, is to visit.
Come see the home, meet the team, and sit down for a meal. There's no pressure. Just an open invitation to see what home feels like here.
Not ready for a tour, just have a question?