Frequently Asked Questions
Job Seekers
We help people who are facing barriers to employment find meaningful, sustainable work.
Our support may include:
- One-to-one guidance
- Career planning and goal setting
- Job Search skills and support
- Resume, interview, and follow up coaching
- Skills development and training
- Workplace accommodation support
- Community Connections for resources
- We tailor our support to you, your goals, your pace, and your strengths.
No, we are not a job placement agency.
We don’t place people into jobs. Instead, we:
- Help you prepare for employment
- Support your job search
- Connect you with opportunities when possible
Our focus is on helping you build the skills, confidence, and supports needed for long-term success, not just a quick placement.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are legally able to work in Canada
- Are experiencing barriers to employment (including disability or other life challenges)
If you’re unsure, reach out, we’re happy to help you figure it out.
You can:
- Email LifeDirections@segss.com
- Complete our pre-intake form (*** link)
- Be referred by a service provider or organization
We’ll walk you through the next steps.
No, our core services are funded through the Government of Canada’s Opportunities Fund.
Some optional training (like certifications or driver’s training) may have costs, which we will always explain in advance.
We support many types of jobs across different industries.
Our focus is helping you find work that fits:
- Your strengths
- Your interests
- Your long-term goals
Yes. We can continue supporting you after you’re hired.
This may include:
- Check-ins
- Help with workplace communication
- Support with accommodations
- Problem-solving if challenges come up
Employers / Businesses
We help employers build more inclusive workplaces and stronger teams.
This includes:
- Listening to you and your needs.
- Sponsoring training such as Mental Health First Aid, Standard First Aid.
- Hiring support and candidate connections
- Disability awareness and inclusion training
- Guidance on workplace accommodations
- Ongoing support after hiring
- Helping with training subsidies.
No, we are not a staffing or placement agency.
We don’t fill positions on demand. Instead, we:
- Prepare job seekers for success
- Support inclusive hiring practices
- Help create strong matches when opportunities align
Our goal is long-term success and retention, not quick hires.
Many of our services are free, funded through the Opportunities Fund.
If any costs apply (for example, specialized training), we will clearly outline them in advance.
That’s a great start. We can help you:
- Strengthen your inclusion practices
- Support employee retention and growth
- Provide training for your team
- Support current employees if needed
We work with businesses of all sizes and industries.
If you’re open to creating a more inclusive workplace, we’re happy to work with you.
General
Life Directions is an employment support program that helps people facing barriers, especially those living with disabilities, prepare for, find, and keep meaningful work.
We also work with employers to build more inclusive workplaces.
We primarily serve Grey, Bruce, and Simcoe counties, but we are not limited to those areas.
If you’re outside the region, reach out, we may still be able to help.
We focus on people, not placements.
That means:
- Personalized support
- A focus on long-term success
- Working with both job seekers and employers
- Building inclusive workplaces—not just filling jobs
You can:
- Refer a job seeker
- Connect us with employers
- Partner with us as a community organization
- Share our program with others
Still Have Questions?
Contact us by phone, text or email. We would be happy to chat with you.