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Distance: 200km
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Office open to the public Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; for information call, 905-279-3679
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program including support groups and health education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
- day or evening classes
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COVID19 -- call or email concerning service updates
Information and referral to community services
Settlement information for immigrants and refugees (including GARs)
Family abuse, mental health and rights information
Community Volunteer Income Tax program for low income families
Help for low-income families and seniors
Information and referral to community services
Settlement information for immigrants and refugees (including GARs)
- job search and housing help; information about health and education system
- in-home settlement visits available
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry, childminding may be available for attendees with children 2 to 6 years, bus fare for eligible attendees
- computer/Zoom classes: Zoom classes open to all who want to learn video conferencing via the Zoom app; class outside LINC/ESL class time
Family abuse, mental health and rights information
Community Volunteer Income Tax program for low income families
Help for low-income families and seniors
- applying for Ontario Works in Peel or for Peel Access to Housing
- assistance with applications for OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program)
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Support for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Office: 905-453-5775Office: 905-270-2250
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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
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Access point for Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services funded adult developmental services
Confirms eligibility, completes application packages and makes referrals for Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services funded adult developmental services. Services include:
Confirms eligibility, completes application packages and makes referrals for Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services funded adult developmental services. Services include:
- residential services and supports
- caregiver respite
- community participation supports (social and recreational activities, work activities and volunteer activities, including Passport)
- specialized and professional services, such as service coordination or clinical services
- person-directed planning
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Centre to meet, socialize, share and learn from each other, services include
- housing search
- clothing bank
- employment counselling
- traditional healing and wellness
- legal
- youth services
- cultural and recreational programs
- special monthly events
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Community outreach programs, including family reconciliation counselling, housing search and landlord negotiation assistance; volunteer opportunities
For emergency shelters and transitional housing, see separate listings
Family Reconciliation Program
Mediation and counselling for youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and their identified family
Home for Good
Intensive case management supporting youth to obtain and maintain permanent housing; collaboration of community organizations using Housing First for Youth model
Housing Program
Intensive case management; assists youth in building positive relationships with landlord and/or property management; advocacy and information on rights and responsibilities
Outreach
Assist youth in community in development of life skills, problem solving skills; promotion of social support networks and personal independence
For emergency shelters and transitional housing, see separate listings
Family Reconciliation Program
Mediation and counselling for youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and their identified family
Home for Good
Intensive case management supporting youth to obtain and maintain permanent housing; collaboration of community organizations using Housing First for Youth model
Housing Program
Intensive case management; assists youth in building positive relationships with landlord and/or property management; advocacy and information on rights and responsibilities
Outreach
Assist youth in community in development of life skills, problem solving skills; promotion of social support networks and personal independence
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Federation of nonprofit housing cooperatives * lobbying and representation * promotion of nonprofit cooperative housing * advice and training in cooperative housing management * assistance to new cooperatives
Online list of co-ops with open waiting lists * scholarship for member co-operative residents in postsecondary programs * youth leadership camp
Participating member of the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada
Online list of co-ops with open waiting lists * scholarship for member co-operative residents in postsecondary programs * youth leadership camp
Participating member of the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada
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Voluntary organization that represents 95 per cent of all licensed retirement community suites in Ontario
- caring for nearly 60,000 seniors
- each retirement community can offer up to thirteen care services
- assistance with dressing
- assistance with personal hygiene
- medication management
- provision of a meal
- learning centre for senior living
- supportive and safe environments for residents living with varying levels of cognitive abilities
- visit the website to use the home finder to find listings of retirement homes
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COVID19 -- all services and programs provided through phone, email, zoom, google meet, what's app and other channels whether in group sessions or individually; location is open by appointment
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Settlement Services
Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program
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Settlement Services
- information and referral, housing and legal assistance
- translation and interpretation
- escort to appointments
- counselling for students, individuals and families, liaising with Children's Aid Society
- youth counselling and parenting sessions
- orientation
- Community Connections Mentorship Program -- community support through volunteer befriending, help adapting to community life skills, conversation circles to practice English
- credential evaluations - referral to World Education Services (WES)
- referral and assistance with shelter, attendance at inquiry, employment, social, welfare and legal services
- social and cultural activities
- Ontario Community Participation -- volunteer placement program for Ontario Works recipients
- delivered one on one and in a group setting, both online and in-person
- self assessment, writing resumes and cover letters, job search techniques, researching the job market and networking
- settlement program encouraging civic participation and integration through a focus on recreation, sport, and mentorship
- full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and require support in obtaining and maintaining employment
- 5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral
- 8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support after completing the program
- placements are in careers such as sales, administration, construction, or trades
Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program
- assistance with applications
- culturally appropriate prevention, education and treatment with outreach and public education to community groups
- individual or group counselling for gamblers or those affected by gambling
- counselling and referral for victims of family violence
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COVID19 -- Some services have reopened or are operating virtually; for more information, call or visit website:
Advocates for and provides support and services to children, youth and adults with an intellectual disability
Children and Youth
Advocates for and provides support and services to children, youth and adults with an intellectual disability
Children and Youth
- information on early childhood programs, school placement, registration, education plans
- help in accessing funding and programs
- development of a plan to ensure consistency between home, school and community programs
- employment programs for youth
- skills development including literacy, money management, social skills, and travel training
- job placement
- Adult Protective Service Worker Program (APSW) -- supportive services for adults 18 years and older living or planning to live independently in the community. Services include case management, counselling, advocacy
- Family and parent support groups
- in-home consultation and collaboration with other professionals to plan for services
- supported group living
- supportive home share
- supportive independent living
- LIGHTS, www.lights.to -- helps families explore community residential options and funding eligibility
- adult fee-for-service programs
- residential respite for children and adults
- summer camps
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HCCSS Mississauga Halton (Mississauga)
1-877-336-9090 Office: 310-2222 (no area code required)
Office: 905-855-9090
TTY: 771
TTY: 1-800-855-0511
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Access to health care support at home, at school or in the community; care coordination for people in the community or leaving hospital; also long term home, short stay, convalescent and crisis placements
Care provided in community settings such as home, school, residential facility or nursing community clinic; also information on community services and referrals when appropriate
Services available to eligible patients may include:
Children's Health Services
Special health services for children in home and school environment including public, private or home-based schools, supports children when health care provision is essential to student's participation and development in school programs
Mental Health and Addictions Nurses
Assessment, intervention and support for students and families with mental health and or addiction issues, including consultation for school staff as appropriate
Placement Services
Determine eligibility for admission to long-term care facilities and prioritize and manage the admission process; support and information for applicants and their families prior to and during admission process
Nursing Clinics
Services for ambulatory patients at community clinics
Supported Living
Information and/or assessment for Adult Day Programs (ADS), Retirement Homes, Supports for Daily Living or Supportive Housing
Health Care Connect
Referral to family health care providers who may be accepting new patients, for registered program participants (individuals and families) who do not have a family physician
Care provided in community settings such as home, school, residential facility or nursing community clinic; also information on community services and referrals when appropriate
Services available to eligible patients may include:
- nursing
- nurse practitioner
- personal support
- physiotherapy and occupational therapy
- speech and language therapy
- social work
- nutrition and food counselling (dietitians)
- palliative care
- medical supplies and equipment
- access to long-term care homes
- access to supported living (adult day programs, supportive housing, retirement homes and assisted living)
- health support in the school
- specialized services for people living with specific health conditions including acquired brain injury service access and coordination
- information and referral to other community supports
Children's Health Services
Special health services for children in home and school environment including public, private or home-based schools, supports children when health care provision is essential to student's participation and development in school programs
Mental Health and Addictions Nurses
Assessment, intervention and support for students and families with mental health and or addiction issues, including consultation for school staff as appropriate
Placement Services
Determine eligibility for admission to long-term care facilities and prioritize and manage the admission process; support and information for applicants and their families prior to and during admission process
Nursing Clinics
Services for ambulatory patients at community clinics
Supported Living
Information and/or assessment for Adult Day Programs (ADS), Retirement Homes, Supports for Daily Living or Supportive Housing
Health Care Connect
Referral to family health care providers who may be accepting new patients, for registered program participants (individuals and families) who do not have a family physician
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HCCSS Mississauga Halton (Etobicoke)
1-877-336-9090 Office: 310-2222 (no area code required)
Office: 905-855-9090
TTY: 771
TTY: 1-800-855-0511
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Access to health care support at home, at school or in the community; care coordination for people in the community or leaving hospital; also long term home, short stay, convalescent and crisis placements
Care provided in community settings such as home, school, residential facility or nursing community clinic; also information on community services and referrals when appropriate
Services available to eligible patients may include:
Children's Health Services
Special health services for children in home and school environment including public, private or home-based schools, supports children when health care provision is essential to student's participation and development in school programs
Mental Health and Addictions Nurses
Assessment, intervention and support for students and families with mental health and or addiction issues, including consultation for school staff as appropriate
Placement Services
Determine eligibility for admission to long-term care facilities and prioritize and manage the admission process; support and information for applicants and their families prior to and during admission process
Nursing Clinics
Services for ambulatory patients at community clinics
Supported Living
Information and/or assessment for Adult Day Programs (ADS), Retirement Homes, Supports for Daily Living or Supportive Housing
Health Care Connect
Referral to family health care providers who may be accepting new patients, for registered program participants (individuals and families) who do not have a family physician
Care provided in community settings such as home, school, residential facility or nursing community clinic; also information on community services and referrals when appropriate
Services available to eligible patients may include:
- nursing
- nurse practitioner
- personal support
- physiotherapy and occupational therapy
- speech and language therapy
- social work
- nutrition and food counselling (dietitians)
- palliative care
- medical supplies and equipment
- access to long-term care homes
- access to supported living (adult day programs, supportive housing, retirement homes and assisted living)
- health support in the school
- specialized services for people living with specific health conditions including acquired brain injury service access and coordination
- information and referral to other community supports
Children's Health Services
Special health services for children in home and school environment including public, private or home-based schools, supports children when health care provision is essential to student's participation and development in school programs
Mental Health and Addictions Nurses
Assessment, intervention and support for students and families with mental health and or addiction issues, including consultation for school staff as appropriate
Placement Services
Determine eligibility for admission to long-term care facilities and prioritize and manage the admission process; support and information for applicants and their families prior to and during admission process
Nursing Clinics
Services for ambulatory patients at community clinics
Supported Living
Information and/or assessment for Adult Day Programs (ADS), Retirement Homes, Supports for Daily Living or Supportive Housing
Health Care Connect
Referral to family health care providers who may be accepting new patients, for registered program participants (individuals and families) who do not have a family physician
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Housing Services
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- housing counselling
- information and referral
- matches tenants with landlords, eviction prevention, landlord outreach and recruitment, housing listings
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- must have legal status in Canada and meet income requirements
- clients of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program may be eligible
- landlord and tenant mediation
- money management advice
- follow-up search assistance and community referrals
- also interest-free loans for first and last month's rent deposit to move into more affordable housing
- also for LEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program), sponsored by Toronto Hydro Electric System and United Way Toronto -- assistance to low income individuals and families who are in arrears for their electricity utility bills and have exhausted all other sources of financial support
- for help with Enbridge gas bills call 1-855-487-5327
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Provides transitional support services in Housing, Life Coaching, Life Skills Training and Mentoring, to vulnerable and racialized youth aging out, or recently aged out of the child protection and foster care system
The Oasis House is a spacious house, in an accessible location in the North-West end of Oakville, serving mostly black male youth (18-21yrs) from the Halton/Peel Region
* provide safe, stable accommodation and wrap-around support services to youth, so they can overcome barriers, thrive and transition successfully into independent adult living
* program model adheres to the Foyer Housing Model
* support youth to navigate and access community resources for education, employment, health and appropriate financial support
* Life Skills training to strengthen capacity to live independently
* designed to duplicate a healthy, supportive family environment
* engages a strength-based approach in building individual capacity for success
The Oasis House is a spacious house, in an accessible location in the North-West end of Oakville, serving mostly black male youth (18-21yrs) from the Halton/Peel Region
* provide safe, stable accommodation and wrap-around support services to youth, so they can overcome barriers, thrive and transition successfully into independent adult living
* program model adheres to the Foyer Housing Model
* support youth to navigate and access community resources for education, employment, health and appropriate financial support
* Life Skills training to strengthen capacity to live independently
* designed to duplicate a healthy, supportive family environment
* engages a strength-based approach in building individual capacity for success
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Support to the residents in the community facing difficulties in accessing housing and/or maintaining their current accommodation * advocate for residents with barriers in accessing community resources, such as financial assistance and emergency support to improve their social health
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SACHSS Mental Health Services
Office: 647-718-0786Crisis: 437-254-2794
Crisis: 647-523-6380
Crisis: 416-863-0511
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Health education and promotion, mental health treatment and counselling, violence prevention, outreach and awareness
SACHSS Distress Helpline, 437-254-2794, 647-523-6380, 416-863-0511
Telephone support for emotional or mental health issues, including depression
Mental Health and Addiction Programs
Family program includes individual, group and family counselling, stress management, addiction management
Partner Assault Response (PAR)
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict; supports for victims/partners of offenders, including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
- diabetes, hypertension, heart disease prevention programs
- court mandated treatment including individual and group counselling for impaired driving, violence, anger management
- HIV/AIDS support and counselling, and sexual health promotion
- LGBTQ health and welfare programs
- education, recreation and support programs for seniors
- education and life skills programs for women and youth
- counselling, support and housing help for individuals who are homeless
SACHSS Distress Helpline, 437-254-2794, 647-523-6380, 416-863-0511
Telephone support for emotional or mental health issues, including depression
Mental Health and Addiction Programs
Family program includes individual, group and family counselling, stress management, addiction management
- support for families affected by a loved one's substance use and mental health issues
- prevention supports
Partner Assault Response (PAR)
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict; supports for victims/partners of offenders, including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
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Services provided:
Senior Relocation Management
Senior Relocation Management
- providing planning from start to finish covering packing, unpacking, set-up in the new residence, arranging temporary storage as well as preparing the home for sale
- working with clients to sell online, consign, donate and dispose of unwanted household items
- working with clients to identify homecare services needed to live independently
- identify suitable providers and develop a plan to put the services in place
- working with clients to understand their needs, and conduct research of senior living communities (i.e., retirement homes, seniors apartments or assisted living)
- assist them when making their housing decision including arranging and attending property walk-throughs
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COVID19 Contact for information on in-person, telephone and virtual services
Confidential coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and domestic violence, trauma and abuse counselling
Confidential coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and domestic violence, trauma and abuse counselling
- personalized safety planning
- housing and shelter placement support
- assistance with legal aid certificate application
- family court support and bail court updates
- settlement services
- case conferences
- child resource packages and parenting support
- financial subsidy application support
- partner in human trafficking prevention and intervention
- community partner collaborations, including Peel Regional Police
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Honourable William G Davis Centre for Families, 60 West Dr, LL1 (Lower Level)
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6 (14km)
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6 (14km)
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COVID19 Support available by telephone or chat, call Helpline Mon-Sun 24 hours, or visit website
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Crisis pregnancy services for distressed pregnant girls and women, and support in carrying their babies to term
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Crisis pregnancy services for distressed pregnant girls and women, and support in carrying their babies to term
- counselling, information and referrals on community resources
- assistance in finding accommodation
- free pregnancy testing
- clothing for mother and baby
- confidential
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Social services
- information and referral
- translation and interpretation by appointment
- supportive counselling
- social programs
- assistance in finding accommodation
- orientation
- completion of forms
- seasonal income tax clinic
- friendly visiting for seniors in long term care facilities and homes for the aged (based on volunteer availability)
- community awareness
- seniors recreation program
- language classes
- computer advice
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Reception at Pearson Airport: provides Ukrainian welcome reception services at Toronto Pearson airport as well as the hotel bookings for the federally-funded hotels in Ontario.
Service available at the airport Terminals 1 and 3 from Monday-Sunday, 2 pm- 2 am. Also available virtually via a 24 hour phone line and email: 1-888-557-6133, welcomeon@cuias.org
Settlement Services
Service available at the airport Terminals 1 and 3 from Monday-Sunday, 2 pm- 2 am. Also available virtually via a 24 hour phone line and email: 1-888-557-6133, welcomeon@cuias.org
Settlement Services
- reception and arrival orientation
- assistance with housing, banking and other needs
- referral to government and community services
- form filling help with government applications such as SIN, health card, child benefits, childcare subsidy, subsidized housing and Ontario Works
- help to restore lost or stolen documents
- translation and interpretation
- information and referral to employment services
- seasonal income tax clinic
- classes full or part-time, day or evening
- childminding available during day
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COVID19 -- service available by phone, email, video or in-person; for in-person service, call ahead if possible
- settlement and orientation, referrals for immigration and sponsorship issues, translation and interpretation
- general counselling, family violence and child welfare counselling
- help to find affordable market rate housing
- Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner -- assistance with housing search and application process
- culturally appropriate intervention program for at-risk youth and family
- counselling, employment and training supports, and mentorship
- for African-Canadian youth in or around Northwest Toronto, ages 12-16 years
- one to one mentoring with an adult; culturally appropriate workshops
- for Black youth 15-29 in or around Northwest Toronto with mental health and/or substance use concerns
- individual counselling for mental health, substance use and addiction
- group workshops on harm reduction, coping skills, healthy decision-making
- culturally specific resources for youth and families
- for youth 12-29 years from East African, Muslim and Black communities
- youth outreach workers offer services to empower youth
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Housing Supports
Office: 905-790-7335Crisis: 905-453-1300
General Inquiries: 905-793-9200
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Affordable housing information and supports
Housing Subsidy, www.peelregion.ca/housing/apply-for-subsidy
Visit website to apply online for subsidized rental housing, or to update client information
Local municipal non-profit housing provider includes private non-profit housing such as non-profit housing co-operatives, with online repair request availble to current tenants
Preventing Homelessness in Peel Program (PHIPP)
One-time emergency assistance (for utility bills or rent) to low-income families and individuals at risk of losing their housing, apply online at www.peelregion.ca/help/past-due-bills, or by phone 905-453-1300 for urgent housing and eviction support
Market Rental Housing
Non-subsidized rental units may be available, visit website for information
Housing Subsidy, www.peelregion.ca/housing/apply-for-subsidy
Visit website to apply online for subsidized rental housing, or to update client information
- rent supplement residents selected from centralized waiting list run by Peel Access to Housing (PATH)
- eligibility information available online, including unit size and gross household income
- visit website for appeals information and request form, fax completed eligibility decision appeals to Service Manager at 905-453-0168, or send to Service Manager Appeals, 10 Centre Dr, Suite B, PO Box 2800, STN B, Brampton L6T 0E7
Local municipal non-profit housing provider includes private non-profit housing such as non-profit housing co-operatives, with online repair request availble to current tenants
Preventing Homelessness in Peel Program (PHIPP)
One-time emergency assistance (for utility bills or rent) to low-income families and individuals at risk of losing their housing, apply online at www.peelregion.ca/help/past-due-bills, or by phone 905-453-1300 for urgent housing and eviction support
Market Rental Housing
Non-subsidized rental units may be available, visit website for information
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Peel Centralized Shelter Intake and Homeless Supports
1-877-848-8481 Office: 905-450-1996
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COVID19 Peel Street Outreach Program mobile team provides food, personal supplies, housing/emergency shelter, mental health and/or substance help, call Street Helpline 1-877-848-8481 or Centralized Shelter Intake 905-450-1996 Monday to Sunday 24 hours
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Emergency and transitional shelters, street outreach, support services and help to find permanent housing
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Emergency and transitional shelters, street outreach, support services and help to find permanent housing
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Safer & Stronger -- program for women, virtual sessions every Tuesday at 1 pm
- safe space for participants to discuss their experiences and begin healing with a preventative, informative and supportive approach
- conversations/workshops in such areas as setting boundaries, problem solving skills, consent, healthy and unhealthy relationships etc
- provides digital devices to local vulnerable senior residents who face barriers in navigating and accessing digital programs
- also invite people who have devices but would like to learn literacy classes like Microsoft Word, Zoom, Social Media
- social and physical activities such as breakfast, Yoga, Tai chi, outdoor exercise
- information and education on subjects such as health and nutrition, social media and elder abuse
- skills assessment, job search and resume help, labour market information, support to maintain employment, referral to other services
- in partnership with Career Foundation
- settlement support and counselling
- housing referral and support
- educational workshops
- information on Canadian school system
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