‘Independence, Dignity, and Joy’: Harbour Glen closure marks step toward inclusive living in NS

Harbour Glen, a residential care facility in Dartmouth, has officially closed as the province works to transform disability supports.

So far, support co-ordinators have helped ten people with disabilities move from assisted living situations to communities of their choice through the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy.

Minister of Opportunities and Social Development, Barbara Adams, says, “residents are gaining independence, dignity, and joy from everyday things. We are building a system that offers greater choice, independence, and inclusion.”

Under the remedy, the government is required to close all institutions for people with disabilities by March of 2028 as care transitions to a more independent lifestyle based on individual goals.

Support co-ordinator, Felicia Ugwu, is happy to hear how one participant is settling in.

“Shortly after moving, she shared that she made her own breakfast and took her morning medication independently — for the first time. These are small but meaningful achievements — ones that show just how capable she is,” says Ugwu.