| Program: | Housing and After-Care Program | ||
| Organizations: |
Youth Without Shelter |
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| Phone Numbers: | 416-748-0110 ext 27 | ||
| Fax: | 416-748-2169 | ||
| Email: | communications@yws.on.ca | ||
| Website: | yws.on.ca/how-we-help/housing-and-after-care/ | ||
| Address: |
6 Warrendale Court Etobicoke, ON M9V 1P9 |
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| Intersection: | Kipling Ave and John Garland Blvd | ||
| Location: | Toronto (Mount Olive—Silverstone—Jamestown) | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Hours: | Daily 24 hours | ||
| Executives: |
Steve Doherty - Executive Director executivedirector@yws.on.ca |
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| Contacts: |
Art Tsang - Planning and Evaluation Manager 416-748-0110 ext 24 * atsang@yws.on.ca |
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| Service Description: |
Housing Program operates from a Housing First approach focusing on placing youth in permanent, affordable housing while addressing the obstacles faced by homeless youth that interfere with the achievement of independent and stable living conditions Housing workers liaise with landlords and assist in housing searches and placements Education is provided to equip youth with the skills needed to acquire and maintain independent housing. Workshop topics include: eviction prevention, living with roommates, tenant rights, Ontario Works welfare process, how to apartment search, experience of living on your own, budgeting, cooking, personal hygiene and laundry, nutrition and meal planning on a budget Once housing is obtained, necessary referrals for furniture and household goods are provided |
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| Fees: | None | ||
| Application: | Call or drop-in | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Homeless youth ages 16 years - 24 years | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Toronto (Etobicoke) and Greater Toronto Area | ||
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This information was last completely updated on: 10-4-2024 |
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About Us
An emergency residence and referral agency serving homeless youth (16-24yrs), providing food, board, and programs in a safe, non-judgmental environment
