Searching for Homeless Shelters

CV19 Shelter still operating and is adhering to Public Health Standards including physical distancing and screening

• Emergency shelter for adults
• Access to a private shower
• Basic hygiene supplies
• Semi-private sleep accommodations

Emergency shelter assistance.

• Work closely with local shelters, local Police Services and motels.
• Assistance to obtain emergency shelter, transportation, food and hydration, survival kits (backpacks with basic need items and personal hygiene products), sleeping bags, tents, warm clothing and boots etc
• Assistance to obtain emergency prescription, dental and optical needs, emergency grocery vouchers, emergency transportation (bus tickets, taxi, gas cards), backpacks for students, seasonal clothing and shoes, etc.
• Assistance with housing search, rental information, and rentsmart life skills support.
• Information about services and agencies in Northumberland County that assist the homeless and those in need.

Temporary accommodations and housing outreach services for families as they transition from homelessness to a home

• capacity for 19 people

Co-ed overnight emergency shelter

• capacity 35 beds for overnight clients
• light evening meal
• breakfast in the morning
• showers
• laundry facilities

COVID-19 (July 14, 2020): Covid-19 procedures to enter these premises are in place - hand sanitization, wearing of masks, taking of temperatures, and recording contact information

Variety of services related to seeking, gaining or maintaining affordable housing in Kingston

• Housing Help Centre
• two emergency shelters
• two supportive housing programs
• prevention diversion and housing first services
• youth hub
• street outreach
• see separate listings for details

Provides shelter, education and transitional supports for youth and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless

• Operates a 30-bed emergency and transitional shelter for youth ages 16-24 and emergency housing for homeless families with children of any age
• Shelter workers also assist in accessing emergency resources, housing search, income supports and other related youth needs
• Operates a Food Cupboard for youth living independently and for families who have previously resided at the shelter
• provides monthly access to a food box and clothing cupboard

See separate listings for details on other support and outreach services

Christian charity provides emergency shelter, food, clothing and support to the local community. Men's shelter provides short-term emergency accommodation and assistance in accessing other community services, including housing.

• Service is only available to individuals who are in the City or County of Peterborough and do not have alternate housing options.
• no kitchen in room
• shared bathroom
• shared community space
• shared outdoor space
• food, clothing, community and housing support
• all meals included
• laundry on site
• no smoking
• no recreational activities
• no fitness equipment on site
• no parking
• security measures available
• wifi/internet not available

Emergency shelter for women

• 12 shelter beds include shelter, meals, showers, laundry and basic needs
• congregate sleeping rooms
• 8 semi-independent living suites to assist with transition to successful independent living
• no kitchenette in rooms
• shared bathroom
• shared outdoor space
• food, clothing, community and housing support
• partial meals provided
• laundry on site
• no transportation to appointments
• no pets
• no elevator
• no smoking
• social and recreational events
• no fitness equipment on site
• parking available
• additional storage not available
• wifi/internet not available

Homeless Services (Family & Singles Hostel Services) Shelter

• Provides shelter, 3 meals a day, 24 hour support. Referrals to appropriate services and advocacy with other agencies. The homeless shelter is located in the town of Lindsay.

Trustee Program

• Trustee available for youth who are Ontario Works recipients 16 to 24 years old, and Adults who feel they need more financial support managing their funds. Supports in special circumstances (special needs) as well.

Services to individuals who are homeless and require support to be in the community

• 40 beds of emergency shelter
• 20 beds for individuals returning from correctional facilities
• 88 units of permanent housing
• Community Outreach Program
• Bridges Program for unsheltered individuals
• physical and mental health supports

Emergency Motel Program for families and seniors

• temporary accommodation in motel
• work one-on-one with Community and Family Case Manager

Emergency shelter for women and children of any denomination

Low-barrier temporary shelter

• dinner offered daily for patrons
• access to The Ajax Hub for breakfast, lunch and other meals

Emergency, low-barrier housing focused shelter

• ​20-bed housing-focused emergency shelter includes 3 meals, beverages, a bed and access to showers and laundry
• shelter service provides access to onsite Patrons Advocate who helps with goal setting and in house case management
• once patron has been housed they are connected with a Housing Retention Specialist, who assist with wrap-around services to help adjust to new living situation
• patrons have access to community supports such as OW and ODSP, crisis supports, ID replacement and spiritual care through community partners at CFOC and The Ajax Hub

COVID-19 (April 24, 2020): Municipal offices are closed to the public until further notice * Clients for Community and Social Service (CSS) are asked to email or telephone their caseworker

Homelessness Prevention Program

• financial assistance on a one-time basis for individuals that require support in becoming housed or to remain housed

Emergency shelter:

• temporary accommodation for families facing an emergency situation leading to loss of shelter
• maximum stay is 21 days

Homelessness Prevention Benefit:

• emergency funds provided to help low-income households, including social assistance recipients, facing housing related emergencies including energy arrears (energy arrears, including hydro, oil, and gas, as well as the costs for security deposits and reconnection fees)
• benefit is to address housing crises which have resulted in homelessness or which may lead to homelessness

COVID19 Operating at reduced capacity

Emergency shelter, capacity 89

Resident services include crisis management, harm reduction, day-to-day support, laundry, in a pet friendly environment

Short term emergency shelter includes case management and referrals to community agencies, and assistance in finding housing

• workshops about housing readiness, life skills and employment
• children and youth programs
• Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process

Pregnancy Support Program
For at-risk couples, admitted at 6 months of pregnancy

• prenatal supports
• counselling

Emergency shelter and support, including clothing, food, crisis intervention, counselling, children's program, referrals, advocacy, housing supports, workshops

• capacity 36
• stay up to four months, or longer if dealing with legal or immigration issues

Emergency shelter for men, including case management, meals, information and referrals to community services

• capacity 131

Emergency shelter for men, including short term problem solving and referrals, case management, housing and employment assistance, addiction counselling and harm reduction, assistance accessing income supports, primary health and mental health supports, life skills activities, and recreation

• capacity 92
• access to Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process
• pet friendly environment

Opening November 22, 2022 to March 31, 2023

Seasonal emergency overnight homeless shelter, includes meals for guests

• capacity 26

Emergency shelter, includes meals, shower facilities, literacy programs, job search support, information and referral, workshops

• capacity 47

Emergency shelter, includes intensive case management, meal program, harm reduction services, community engagement opportunities, and peer-support programs

• capacity 47
• pet friendly

Emergency shelter, including crisis and case management, wrap-around supports, harm reduction, housing search help, meals, recreation

• capacity 75
• staff on site 24 hours
• onsite services for residents only