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Halton Region Youth in Transition Worker Program

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Description

Designed to assist youth ages 16-24 who have been involved with Children's Aid or child welfare services with their transition to independence

  • assists and supports youth to identify, develop and implement an individualized plan based on their goals
  • supports youth leaving care to identify, access and navigate adult service systems relevant to their needs and transitional into self-reliance, providing emotional support

Connects youth with existing supports and resources in the community, including:

  • housing supports
  • educational opportunities
  • employment services and training
  • life skills training, such as financial management
  • health and mental health services
  • legal services
  • other social and community supports
Eligibility
Ages: 16 year(s) - 24 year(s) Are or have been, involved with child welfare
Application Process

Clients may self-refer, peer-refer, or be referred by community agency

Phone
905-681-1140
Office
905-681-1140
Web Site
ymcahbb.ca/housing-community/youth-transition
Languages
English
Contact
Lauren Cihosky, Youth in Transition Worker
Email: [email protected]
Phone: call or text (Cell) 905-928-8803
Program Manager
Kim Horan
Phone: 905-526-8452
Fees
None
Topic(s)
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Agency Information
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Copyright
Halton Information Providers
Last Updated On
April 12, 2026
Last Verified On
May 1, 2025
Address
500 Drury Lane
Burlington, ON, L7R 2X2
Cross Street: Drury Lane and New St
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Accessibility
Fully Accessible - except for mezzanine in fitness centre
Hours of Operation

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm with flexibility for evening hours

Service Area(s)
Halton Region