Searching for Supportive (semi-independent) Housing

This listing provides information on where to get help in Halton Hills for those in need of Emergency Housing, Long Term Housing Supports, Emergency Food, Food Banks and Crisis Support.

In an emergency, call 9-1-1 for police, ambulance, fire.

For Crisis Support, please see listing of resources here

Emergency Housing

Out of the Cold

• call 905-877-7585
• provides overnight shelter and a meal during the colder months to those in need

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church

• call 905-877-1374
• Community and Family Services provide various emergency assistances to those in need

Lighthouse Emergency Shelter, Salvation Army Oakville

• call 905-339-2918
• provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to individuals who are experiencing some type of housing crisis

Halton Women's Place

• call 905-878-8970
• provides emergency shelter, crisis services, and support to physically, sexually, financially, and emotionally abused women and their dependent children

Long Term Housing Supports

Halton Housing Help

• call 905-825-6000 or 3-1-1
• service that helps individuals access and maintain safe and affordable housing

Links2Care (Acton/Georgetown)

• call 905-873-6502
• Transitional Housing is available for families who are homeless * rent geared to income * a community support coordinator provides family support

Summit Housing and Outreach Programs

• call 905-847-3206
• provides housing, treatment, and case management services for those in need of mental health supports in Halton Region

Support House

• call 905-845-9212
• offers community-based housing, support and wellness programs to people living with mental health issues and/or problematic substance use

Emergency Food

Georgetown Bread Basket

• call 905-873-3368
• emergency help available if needed, by arrangement, outside of regular hours

Holy Cross HELPS

• call 905-873-1887
• supports people who are in need of emergency assistance

St Joseph Church, St Vincent Charities

• call 519-853-0784
• provides food vouchers to those in need

Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank

• call 519-853-5610
• food bank available on an as-needed basis following a personal interview and completion of application for assistance

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank

• call 905-877-1374
• available to assist anyone facing difficult circumstances

Food Banks

Acton Foodshare

• call 519-853-0457
• provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance

Georgetown Bread Basket

• call 905-873-3368
• provides food to those in need who meet the eligibility criteria

Community Fridges

• call 905-635-1106
• a community fridge at both branches of the Halton Hills Public Library, stocked with 'Good Food bags'

Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank

• call 519-853-5610
• food bank serving Acton and the surrounding community

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank

• call 905-877-1374
• food bank serving Georgetown and the surrounding community

COVID-19 Resources for Congregate Living Settings


Group home with 24-hour supervision and support

• 4 meals per day
• recreation
• daytime activities

Child, Youth and Parenting

• supportive counselling for parents and families dealing with cultural and inter-generational conflict- culturally and linguistically responsive
• positive parenting strategies and helps families understand the range of supports available
• crisis intervention and risk assessment, system navigational support, linkages to resources for youth and families
• support in areas such as challenges or conflict over social norms, family violence/breakdown, mental health, developmental disability, dealing with anxiety and stress, identifying abusive behaviours and healthy versus unhealthy relationships, coping strategies for families dealing with separation, divorce, co-parenting or parenting in blended families

Community Mental Health Support

• Housing and Support in Peel (HASP) in partnership with Supportive Housing in Peel (SHIP) delivers housing support services to clients residing in SHIP units including case management, service coordination, and person-centred centered support planning
• advocates with landlords, hospitals, psychiatrists
• skills development to improve quality of life, resolve day to day conflicts, manage setbacks and increase independence and housing stability

Family Court Support Services

• support to victims of domestic violence navigating the family court system
• helps clients understand their rights and to make informed decisions on matters related to custody, child support, spousal support, and division of property and assets
• helps clients to understand and navigate court appearances and lawyer appointments; safety planning and risk assessments
• assistance documenting the history of abuse
• court accompaniment where appropriate

ACES Program for Women (Advocacy, Counselling, Empowerment & Safety)

• culturally sensitive counselling for women who are victims of domestic/family violence and abuse
• crisis intervention, counselling, risk assessment, safety planning, transitional support, educational workshops, assistance with legal issues and advocacy, and referrals to community resources
• women's groups to support health and wellness
• support groups for women and children who have witnessed partner abuse through the Helping End Abuse for Life (HEAL) network
• French service through partners OASIS or La Maison d'Hébergement (see separate listing)

Intersections: Support for 2SLGBTQ+ Newcomers

• drop-in, safe space, for settlement information with a 2SLGTBQ+ lens
• private, confidential, one-to-one settlement support
• peer mentoring
• referral to other services
• workshops and information sessions
• resource library, and social activities such as movies, art and crafts
• promotes welcoming communities through community presentations and information sessions

Provides support to adults who live life with a physical disability

• owns and operates a 12 unit supportive housing unit that provides residents with a private room with bathroom, attendant care, food preparation, and other services which support independent living
• also provides an Outreach Program for approximately 40 to 45 physically disabled adults who live in their own home within the City of Brampton
• the agency's Personal Support Workers (PSWs) assist with daily living needs such as bathing, meal preparation, with some light housekeeping as required

COVID-19 Resources for Congregate Living Settings

A residence in a home-like setting for individuals with schizophrenia and other psychiatric problems or anyone who needs supervision with their medication * 2 level home, 10 bed capacity * 5 male and 5 female residents * room and board and personal needs allowance * male and female occupancy on a separate wing with its own male and female separate washroom

The home provides:

• 24-hour care by a Personal Support Worker and supervision by a Registered Nurse
• full service for the residents including three meals and three snacks a day
• laundry is done once a week for each resident or when necessary
• linens are changed once a week or when necessary
• staff assists during medication time
• foot care and barber services available
• scheduled activities once a week
• scheduled shopping and outing trips
• arranged ride to appointments
• home fire and safety maintenance checks every day
• residents also participate in the Support Program & special needs program through the Canadian Mental Health Association, STRIDE, Summit Housing and Dr. Dougan Foundation
• accepts referrals from Summit Housing, Support Housing, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), hospitals and clinics
• internet access on wifi * a laptop can be borrowed from the office for personal use

COVID-19 Resources for Congregate Living Settings

A residence in a home-like setting for individuals with schizophrenia and other psychiatric problems or anyone who needs supervision with their medication * 12 bed capacity, all male residents * room and board and personal needs allowance

The home provides:

• 24-hour care by a Personal Support Worker and supervision by a Registered Nurse
• full service for the residents including three meals and three snacks a day
• laundry once a week
• linens are changed once a week or when necessary
• free hygiene products
• staff assists during medication time
• foot care and barber services available
• scheduled activities once a week
• scheduled shopping and outing trips
• arranged ride to appointments
• residents also participate in the Support Program & special needs program through the Canadian Mental Health Association, STRIDE, Summit Housing and Dr. Dougan Foundation
• accepts referrals from Summit Housing, Support Housing, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), hospitals and clinics
• internet access on wifi, a laptop can be borrowed form the office for personal use

COVID-19 Notice: In order to ensure a safe, healthy and secure environment for residents, the Chief Medical Officer of Health in Ontario has advised Supportive Housing settings to only allow essential visitors until further notice. Call ahead before visiting.


A supervised 24-bed living facility for adults staffed 24 hours per day * provides accommodation, meals and assistance with daily living activities for adults who experience cognitive or psychiatric problems * able to accommodate up to 24 residents

• services including medication distribution
• a variety of outside services including access to psychiatric care personnel

Adult and Children Service Coordination -- guidance for children and adults with a developmental disability and their families to access resources in the community as well as information and resources on such matters as wills and estate planning, education and school issues, and government programs for people with a developmental disability

Out-of-Home Respite Supports -- provides families caring for a family member with a developmental disability some time to themselves while their family member is supported in social, recreational, and educational activities that promote skill development and community participation; there are numbers of respite options for particular needs and age groups

Community Participation Supports -- range and variety of activities, experiences, and opportunities for adults with a developmental disability including volunteer work and community outings to arts and crafts and educational activities

Community Living Supports -- helps people to live in their home; supports designed to promote participation and inclusion in the community, personal goals, skills, and relationships; range of supports and support models are offered, including group living, supported independent living and family home

Early Childhood Education -- consultation and support to pre-school centres and families of pre-school children with a developmental disability with a view to promoting the children's skills, development and inclusion in the pre-school setting and a successful transition to the school system

Residential care facility, capacity 19

Services include supportive structured environment, medication administration, meals, laundry and housekeeping, community service worker, case manager, registered nurse, monthly doctor visits, recreation and social activities

Offers a variety of care and support services to deaf children, adults and seniors with a variety of needs including:

• troubled youth
• intellectual disability and deaf plus individuals
• youth and adults with behavioural, emotional or psychiatric problems
• young offenders
• dually diagnosed individuals

Services include:

• children's and adult's group homes
• PAH Children's Mental Health Program: partnership with Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) * provide specialized children's mental health service for the deaf and hard of hearing children, youth and their families
• Assisted Living Program for Deaf Seniors age 65 and older who require personal assistance with activities of daily living
• Outreach Services: Personal Support Workers (PSW) provide in-home assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, medications reminder), light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation
• Respite care and parent relief: provides deaf individuals with special needs who live at home the opportunity to meet new friends and become involved in new activities in a signing environment while offering parents a break from the challenges of daily care * subsidized by an Individual's Passport funding, respite options can also be purchased in Toronto or Milton during the day, overnights and weekends as well as a number of activity based camps and workshops are offered throughout the year
• Sign Language Services: Classes are offered for hearing individuals from Grade 9 and up * courses are provided in Toronto and Milton & American Sign Language (ASL) instructors are certified to teach using the Signing Naturally Curriculum
• Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf (BRHD): 64-bed home long-term care facility in Barrie provides a home-like atmosphere while supporting resident's independence, sense of belonging and dignity * services include 24-hour nursing care, physicians, physiotherapy, personal support workers (PSW) to assist with the activities of daily living * activities and programs are directed by residents * housekeeping, hairdressing services, foot care, dental and eye clinics are also available * all meals are cooked on site

Services and Programs:

• Community Participation Supports - Adult Day Services
• Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf
• PAH!

Catholic organization that provides residential and community services to adults who have developmental disabilities

Brampton Residence -- 2 wheelchair accessible homes for adults and 1 additional location (four people in each house); residents participate in education, employment, and recreation activities in the community

Supported Independent Living Program -- apartments in Brampton where residents live independently with some employee assistance

Respite Program -- relief for caregivers of adults with a developmental disability; in-house support workers provide assistance in areas such as life skill development, social integration, and access to recreation activities; out of home option -- St Bernard's residence, Toronto; 5 respite beds (not wheelchair accessible) - fee for service

Community Connections Program -- Peel-- assists individuals to access the supports required to develop the skills for daily living and achieve a more independent lifestyle while living in the family home; provides opportunities to meet new people, develop new friendships, develop life, social skills and community safety skills

Transition into Long Term Care Program -- Peel -- 8 weeks of supports for seniors with developmental disabilities experiencing cognitive and physical decline who are residing at home and will be transitioning into long term care to maintain or connect to networks of support

Faith Outreach Program -- connects adults with developmental disabilities with the faith community of their choice, and helps them become more involved with groups and activities in their faith communities

Fee for Service -- fee for service option offered if all funded services are at capacity

Advocates for and provides support and services to children, youth and adults who have an intellectual disability

Service Coordination -- support to youth, adults and their families who require assistance to access community supports, information and services

Community Base Sites -- day, social, recreational, leisure activities and community participation for adults

Residential Services

• supported residential living
• supported independent living
• Family Home Program -- recruits families or individuals to share their home and provide support to a person who has an intellectual disability

Community on Campus -- activities for young adults at the University of Toronto at Mississauga campuses:

• literacy
• volunteering
• physical fitness
• socializing
• computer skills
• one-to-one support from volunteer students

Help adults live in their communities and fully participate in the activities of daily living * helps adults with disabilities to remain independent * volunteer opportunities available


Deborah's Home:

• residence for five adults with physical disabilities requiring 24 hour access to personal support services and homemaking support
• tenants who wish to live at Dehorah's Home must be over the age of 16, require a wheelchair accessible living environment, qualified for Rent Geared to Income (RGI) housing, possess valid OHIP, and require access to personal and homemaking assistance 24/7

Attendant Outreach Services:

• a service designed to meet the needs of 30 or more adults with physical disabilities
• personal and homemaking support is provided to eligible adults in their own homes, schools or workplaces in Halton Region

COVID19 All CMHA Peel Dufferin offices closed to walk-in service

For crisis situations call 24.7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin at 905-278-9036 or 1-888-811-2222 (Caledon & Dufferin)

For support, assessment and access to programs call Intake at 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123, Monday to Friday 8 am-8 pm

Staff available through teleconferencing during regular business hours, all non-essential in-person meetings suspended, and internal events, training and workshops postponed; visit website for updates and information

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Comprehensive wraparound service teams for individuals with complex needs and severe mental health issues

• short and long-term counselling and case management for individuals with mental health and substance use issues
• grants and financial support individuals experiencing housing issues
• mobile outreach for people living on the streets or who are under-housed and have mental health and addiction issues
• court support, and pre-charge diversion program (Caledon)
• system navigation and case management for seniors experiencing neglect and abuse

Education and training to the larger community on stigma surrounding mental health and addictions issues

BounceBack Ontario, 1-866-345-0224, bouncebackontario.ca
Online and virtual mental health supports (see separate listing Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario)

CLNH provides support and services to children and adults with special needs for adults * volunteers and placement opportunities available, contact by email at volunteers@clnh.on.ca

Services for adults include:

Residential Accommodations

• provides residential support to adults with developmental disabilities
• homes located in Acton, Milton and Georgetown
• people receiving support can share a home with up to four other people
• 24-hour care is provided by staff on a shift-rotation basis
• residential services include: assistance with day-to-day routines * development of skills in meal preparation, household responsibilities, shopping, budgeting, and all aspects of daily living * administer medications and treatments * medical, dental and specialist consultations and follow-up * leisure and recreational activities

Supported Independent Living (SIL)

• provides adults with an intellectual disability living in their own homes with the necessary supports to develop community connections and empowers people to live independently within their community
• tailor to individual's unique needs, abilities, desires and goals
• services include: financial planning and budgeting * medical coordination * meal planning and preparation * apartment management including tenant-landlord issues * organizing social and recreational activities * supporting the involvement of family and friends and exercising one's rights
• for more information contact Pam Pereira at 1-888-941-1121 or ppereira@clnh.on.ca

Job/Work Skills and Opportunities (21+ years)

• provides minimum support services and job opportunities to individuals to enable them to be competitively employed in the community
• assists with job search, job training and maintaining employment
• foundational job skill building such as mock interviews, resume writing, skills assessments, and volunteering help ready individuals for employment
• offered in Acton, Georgetown and Milton areas
• local volunteering opportunities give individuals the framework to build upon skills if they are not quite ready for work

Community Supports + Rec and Leisure Programs

• encourages goal-setting and advancing in areas of interest as well as recreation and leisure activities
• can be offered through the week, evenings and weekends flexibility of services after business hours
• after school respite
• contact Karen Wilson at kwilson@clnh.on.ca or call 905-878-7656 ext 244

The HUB

• offered within Inclusive Supports, the HUB is community-based with an emphasis on communication, recreation, education, volunteerism, and wellness
• This program engages our supported individuals 7 days a week with a focus on assisting those with significant behavioural challenges

Adult Day Program

• Programs in both Milton and Georgetown
• Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm
• Activities include onsite and community fun (cooking, movies, crafts, games, and so much more!)
• Activities are chosen based on participant input and abilities
• Fee-for-service (Passport funding may be utilized)
• For more information please contact passports@clnh.on.ca

A non-profit organization providing assistance to individuals with a developmental disability so that they may live in a state of dignity and participate in all elements of community living to their fullest potential * volunteer opportunities available


Services for Children and Youth (birth to 25 years of age) include:

• child and family services (birth to 12 years of age * types of support varies * children must be attending in a licensed child care program * service coordination, program consultation and advocacy including transition to school)
• transitions - planning for high school to adulthood (ages 14-25 * information sessions about future life directions * assist with the transition from school to work opportunities, community based activities and community living * assistance with referrals to community activities)
• recreational and respite programs: Saturday Centre * summer camps * after school respite * 5 to 21 years of age
• Ontario Autism Program (OAP)/ OAP Entry to School Program/ Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) * in partnership with Kerry's Place, ErinoakKids, and Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Central West Region * ages 0-18

Services for Adults include:

• Residential accommodations (24-hour care) * homes are located in Acton, Georgetown and Milton * supports are designed to meet each person's needs and goals * contact Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-888-941-1121 or email dso@dscwr.com to access supports and services
• Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Life Skills * services include financial planning/budgeting, medical coordination, meal planning/preparation, apartment management inclusive of tenant-landlord issues, organizing social/recreational activities, supporting involvement of the person's family and friends and exercising one's rights
• Employment Skills and Volunteer Opportunities: community employment * assist with job searches, job training and maintaining employment in the community
  
• Recreational programs : Adult Day Programs (21 years+ * Mon-Fri 9am-3pm), Friday Friends (21-35 years of age) and the Drop-In Centre (35 years+)
• full-day summer camps (21 years+)

Services and Programs:

• Adult Services and Supports
• Services for Children and Youth

Provides supportive housing and outreach case management services throughout Halton for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness
* services are based on a flexible, rehabilitative model of support and are tailored to meet the needs of the people

Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT)
* for clients with severe and persistent mental illness, with priority given to people with schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders and with bipolar disorder
* for more information, see listing

Halton HOMES Program
* provides affordable housing and supports for adults who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless

Outreach case management/support service
* for clients 18 years of age or older with a diagnosed mental illness living in the community

Core supportive housing program
* provides safe, secure, affordable, and decent accommodation in a variety of settings
* rent-geared-to-income housing

Justice Supportive Housing Program
* provides affordable accommodation and flexible supports for people with serious mental illness who have come into conflict with the criminal justice system

Volunteer program

The Halton office is the contact point for families/individuals who are interested in accessing:

• residential services and supports
• caregiver respite
• community participation supports (with social and recreational activities, work activities and volunteer activities, including Passport)
• specialized services, such as service coordination or clinical services
• person-directed planning supports

Community Residential Facility -- case management and correctional planning in a supportive living environment for men transitioning from federal correctional facilities

New Leaf Program -- housing and supports for men coming off the streets or overcoming situations of homelessness due to acute mental illness, substance abuse and/or conflict with the law

Graduate Program -- supports clients who have successfully transitioned from either the New Leaf or Community Residential Facility program

• program builds the capacity of men transitioning from New Leaf or Community Residential Facility program eventually live independently in the broader community

Other programs and services include

• on-site recreation and leisure programming, health education and counselling support
• on-site addiction programming for clients dealing with substance abuse, misuse or dependency issues
• on-site medical and psychiatric supports
• on-site medication access for clients living with physical and mental health issues and in need of assistance managing medications

Aligning Seniors Against Poverty (ASAP) -- program focused on alleviating the effects of poverty among senior men, particularly those with overlapping experiences of mental illness, addiction and/or conflict with the law

COVID19 -- meals on wheels, in home nursing and personal support open * call or visit website for updates on other programs




Community Support -- congregate dining * volunteer visiting for seniors and adults with a disability or mental health issues * supportive housing * S.M.A.R.T. (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Enhanced



Supports for daily living -- personal support and homemaking * care coordination * security and reassurance checks

COVID19 Some daytime programming cancelled; call for details before visiting

Housing and Community-based Services
Community based mental health and supportive housing services for those who have an identified psychiatric illness enabling individuals to live independently in the community

• residents may apply for Connected for Success, low-cost internet access through Rogers, contact housing office

Assertive Community Treatment Teams (ACTT) for individuals ages 16-65 years living in the community

Angela's Place, 20 unit transitional housing support for homeless families, maximum stay 1 year

Early Intervention mental health counselling

Problematic Substance Use for individuals with complex addiction issues, harm reduction approach

High Support Program for individuals with complex mental health and co-occurring issues

Peer Support Initiatives include social enterprises staffed and managed by individuals living with a mental illness; Destination Cafe, target=_blank>DC Cleaning

Peel Youth Village residential program, including transitional housing and support services for youth 16-24 years

Recovery Residences supportive housing in Brampton and Mississauga

Integrated Seniors Team Program supportive and health services maximize ability of high risk seniors to live independently in their homes

Housing Services
In-Sted (In Short Term Emergency Diversion)
Short-term, community-based mental health and addiction services to reduce the need for visits to emergency departments, includes services, supports and linkages to other community-based services

Residential Multi-Service (RMST)
Community mental health counsellors provide case management to clients living within SHIP housing

Programs in Orangeville include assisted living for frail seniors

COVID-19 Notice: For up-to-date information on visitors to retirement homes and active screening, click here.

150 suites (169 resident capacity) retirement home with selection of rental suites including studio, one bedroom, and two bedrooms * independent living or independent supportive living * secure Memory Care Home Area for those with cognitive or memory impairments * assisted living option available for existing residents (supportive care to residents who need assistance with daily tasks, but do not require the skilled care provided at long term care facility) * pet friendly * offers month-to-month leasing (non-furnished)


Basic services include:

• nursing staff on-site
• emergency response system
• meals
• weekly housekeeping
• weekly bed linen changes
• social, recreation programs
• transportation within Milton community
• cable, phone, internet
• weekly physician on site

Additional for fee services include:

• foot care
• personal laundry
• hair salon
• spa/esthetician

Member of the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA)


Check the Public Register of the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA) for the licensing status of any retirement residence and an explanation of what licensing means

Provides housing and care for 10 adults with physical disabilities and brain injuries * group home setting * separate bedrooms * shared common areas (dining room, kitchen, living room and recreation area)

Provides alternative housing opportunities for adults with physical disabilities and brain injuries

Supported independent living programs including support with housing, money management, legal and court related issues, parenting, developing lifestyle plans and goals, employment, and connecting with community resources such as recreation centres and clubs