Summit Housing & Outreach Programs

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

Individual Support

• Case Management Program, ACT
• for more information, see listing OAK4414

Housing and Homelessness Support

• Residential, Supported Housing, Housing first, HOMES Program
• for more information, see listing OAK0470

Justice Supportive Housing Program

• affordable accommodation and flexible supports for people with serious mental illness who have come into conflict with the Criminal Justice System
• subsidized rental apartments are provided throughout the Region of Halton
• Community Social Workers provide case management services such as goal setting, assist with job searching, budgeting, grocery shopping and other daily living skills
• for individuals 18yrs and over, who are
  • diagnosed with a serious mental illness
  • have come into contact with the law, and offense is considered low risk and mental illness can be appropriately managed through services based in the community
• In addition, the following individuals may also be eligible:
  • individuals who are at risk of being charged by police or
  • have been charged by police or
  • have been sentenced
• referrals can be made online through one-Link or contact the Central Intake Team at [email protected] or 905-847-3206, then choose 4 at the prompt

Peer Support

• fosters the hope that recovery is possible while promoting skills for coping with and managing symptoms and encouraging the use of natural supports and enhancement of community living skills
• Peers include:
  • ACTT Peer Specialist, provides peer support to individuals who are receiving services from the Assertive Community Treatment Team
  • HOMES Peer Specialist, provides peer support to individuals receiving services from the HOMES Program
  • Peer Volunteer Coordinator, supports Health & Wellness Program that offers opportunities for individuals to become involved with Summit Housing & Outreach Program in a number of different ways including peer led social recreational programs, events and volunteering opportunities
  • Peer Social Recreation Assistant, supports the Health & Wellness Program with various groups and recreational activities

Health & Wellness

• offers social recreation opportunities including a variety of leisure activities for consumers of mental health services
• a safe space with programs that are led by a team of dedicated staff, peers, and volunteers, many of whom are peers themselves
• provides participants with opportunities to participate in community life, to make friendships, and for recovery through peer-facilitated groups
• examples of groups offered include arts and crafts, cooking, writing, journaling, yoga, open mic night, walking group, youth drop-in, book club, and early risers mindfulness
• to join, please submit a request online through one-Link or call 905-338-4123, toll-free 1-844-216-7411 or email [email protected]

Groups

• provide an opportunity to talk openly and honestly about your feelings in a safe, supportive environment
• Groups offered:
  • Family support group
  • Cooking Groups
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Music Makers
  • Walking Groups
• interested in seeing what Groups are available, please contact call 905-847-3206 ext 937 or email [email protected]

Adults with a psychiatric diagnosis

Referrals are accepted through self referrals, community agencies, physicians, and mental health professionals

• Disabilities - Disabilities Employment Programs
• Housing - Supportive Housing (Semi-Independent)
• Mental Health / Addictions - Community Mental Health Centres

Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm