Toronto - Markham Rd
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416-642-9445
Office: 416-642-9445
629 Markham Rd, Unit 2
ON, M1H 2A4
ON, M1H 2A4
Short Description
Support services for newcomers, those living in poverty, people with several chronic conditions, people facing social isolation and people afflicted with mental health conditions and addictions
Services and Programs:
- community health centre
- diabetes education (nurses, dieticians, social worker, chiropody)
- health promotion programs
- chiropody
- sexual assault and domestic violence
- meals on wheels program
- volunteer services
Services and Programs:
- Active Living Centre
- Adult Day Centre Program
- Assisted Living
- Children and Youth Health/ Wellness Programs
- Community Diabetes Education Program
- Community Health Centre
- Congregate Dining/Social Dining
- Early ON Child and Family Centre
- Food Bank
- Friendly Visiting
- Hepatitis C Clinic
- Home Help and Respite Programs
- Home Maintenance
- Interprofessional Primary Care Team
- Lawrence East Partnership Program
- Meals on Wheels
- Scarborough Furniture Bank
- Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Care Centre
- Toronto - 4175 Lawrence Ave E - Assisted Living
- Transportation
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Scarborough Progress Centre
Toronto
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Office: 416-396-4612
Crisis: 416-396-4613
705 Progress Ave, Building F
Toronto, ON, M1H 2X1
Toronto, ON, M1H 2X1
Short Description
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 101
- access to Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process
- pet friendly environment
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Toronto
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Office: 647-777-6419
Crisis: 647-777-6433
Short Description
Multifunction centre offering
- Emergency shelter - capacity 20
- Accompaniment, transitional support and referrals
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Sakeenah (Toronto)
Toronto
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Office: 1-888-671-3446
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Transitional supports available, including in-home and remote casework
Culturally sensitive transitional shelter and essential supports for women leaving violence, and remote casework and mental health support for adults and youth
Resident and remote services:
- counselling and treatment programs
- financial assistance and help securing housing
- supports for health and mental health
- education assistance and life skills training
- employment supports including resume workshops, interview preparation, help finding employment
- assistance with immigration issues
- access to legal advice and assistance applying for Legal AID
- referrals including legal, financial, immigration, employment, food
- safety planning and follow-up
- capacity 9
Training and awareness for community organizations
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Seaton House Programs
Toronto (16km)
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Office: 416-392-5522
Crisis: 416-392-5547
Fax: 416-392-5549
Fax: 416-392-3597
339 George St
Toronto, ON, M5A 2N2
Toronto, ON, M5A 2N2
Short Description
Emergency shelter for men, including short term problem solving and referrals, case management, housing and addiction counselling, and harm reduction
Emergency Shelter Program, 416-392-5522, 416-392-5527
Emergency accommodation in dormitory setting, with access to bed area 4 pm-8 am, includes day program, counselling and referrals, meals, and access to lounge, resource room, computers
4th Floor Winter Respite Program, 416-392-5542
Respite accommodation for men 50 years and older in residential crisis with a documented need for 24-hour bed access, men 18-49 years with chronic health problems may be accepted
Annex Harm Reduction Program, 416-397-5598, 416-338-3190
Overnight wet shelter for men 18 years and older, ineligible for service in other programs due to chronic alcohol use, or who are vulnerable in other programs due to their behaviours related to alcohol use and/or mental illness
Infirmary Program, intake nurse 416-392-5623, Infirmary shift leader 416-392-6706
Acute, respite, chronic and palliative care for men 18 years and older with complicated health care issues currently using the hostel system, including medical assessment, primary care and clinical case management
O'Neill House Program, Seaton House Overdose Prevention Site (SHOPS), 416-392-5407
Safe drug consumption site serves Seaton House residents
George Street Revitalization includes Seaton House programs, with residents moving to alternate locations, for information visit City of Toronto website for George Street Revitalization updates
- access to Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process
Emergency Shelter Program, 416-392-5522, 416-392-5527
Emergency accommodation in dormitory setting, with access to bed area 4 pm-8 am, includes day program, counselling and referrals, meals, and access to lounge, resource room, computers
- capacity 72
- laundry and lockers available
4th Floor Winter Respite Program, 416-392-5542
Respite accommodation for men 50 years and older in residential crisis with a documented need for 24-hour bed access, men 18-49 years with chronic health problems may be accepted
- capacity 100
- includes counselling and referrals, meals and laundry, and on-site day nurse
Annex Harm Reduction Program, 416-397-5598, 416-338-3190
Overnight wet shelter for men 18 years and older, ineligible for service in other programs due to chronic alcohol use, or who are vulnerable in other programs due to their behaviours related to alcohol use and/or mental illness
- capacity 51
- includes Managed Alcohol Program (MAP) and client centred case management services
Infirmary Program, intake nurse 416-392-5623, Infirmary shift leader 416-392-6706
Acute, respite, chronic and palliative care for men 18 years and older with complicated health care issues currently using the hostel system, including medical assessment, primary care and clinical case management
- capacity 22
- in partnership with St Michael's Hospital (see separate listing) and University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
O'Neill House Program, Seaton House Overdose Prevention Site (SHOPS), 416-392-5407
Safe drug consumption site serves Seaton House residents
George Street Revitalization includes Seaton House programs, with residents moving to alternate locations, for information visit City of Toronto website for George Street Revitalization updates
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Shelters and Community Supports
Richmond Hill
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Office: 905-709-0900
Crisis: 1-800-263-3247
Short Description
Emergency shelters and crisis line, call 1-800-263-3247
Emergency shelter, crisis intervention, outreach, counselling and support services
Emergency Shelters
2 shelters, 24 hour crisis line and crisis intervention
Community supports - non-shelter resident services include
- counselling and group supports for women and children
- parenting programs
- legal support program
- transitional housing support
- public education and prevention programs
- volunteer opportunities
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Emergency Shelter
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-743-1733
Crisis: 416-746-3701
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Provides advocacy, crisis intervention, and shelter to adults and children experiencing violence
Emergency shelter, capacity 32
- counselling and referrals
- advocacy and follow up
- court and immigration escort
- children's program and counselling
- legal and housing assistance
Transitional Housing and Outreach Support Program (TH&O)
Community-based support in applying for affordable housing, including counselling, safety planning, assistance accessing food supports, outreach and workshops
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Julliette's Place
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-724-7322
Crisis: 416-724-1316
Administrative Office: 416-724-1500
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Emergency short term shelter, capacity 35
- average stay 8-12 weeks
- crisis intervention and counselling referrals
- information and referral
- advocacy, awareness and education
- supportive groups for women and children
- children's programs
- public education
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Emergency Shelter
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-924-1411
Crisis: 416-924-1491
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Shelter includes food, some clothing, crisis counselling, support groups, legal support, information and referral, children's program
- 24 hour crisis line
- capacity 30
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Shelter and Supportive Services
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-264-0823
Crisis: 416-264-4357
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Emergency shelter services include telephone crisis counselling, support and advocacy, individual and group counselling, referrals and ex-resident follow-up and support
Transitional Worker assists residents and women in the community in finding housing, job search training and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes
Safety Planning
Ongoing counselling and support, including goal setting and access to interpretation services
Building Opportunities for Women (BOW)
Assistance with resume writing, interview preparation, job search, academic advancement and school programs, computer training, skills development and life skills
VIBE (Violence Intervention Breakthrough Empowerment)
Prevention program offered in-house, and in schools and communities
- capacity 33
Transitional Worker assists residents and women in the community in finding housing, job search training and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes
Safety Planning
Ongoing counselling and support, including goal setting and access to interpretation services
Building Opportunities for Women (BOW)
Assistance with resume writing, interview preparation, job search, academic advancement and school programs, computer training, skills development and life skills
VIBE (Violence Intervention Breakthrough Empowerment)
Prevention program offered in-house, and in schools and communities
- music interactive therapy, academic support, group sessions, leadership and mentoring, and recreational activities
- in-school programs include Media Interactive, Music Interactive, WIT (Whatever It Takes)
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Emergency VAW Shelter
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-252-7949
Crisis: 416-252-5829
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Emergency shelter; referral through Assaulted Women's Helpline, call 416-863-0511, toll free 1-866-863-0511
- capacity 25 (10 rooms)
- ​crisis counselling
- case management
- referrals and advocacy
- housing application supports
- support with legal system
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Women Shelter
Toronto
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Office: 416-533-9372
Crisis: 416-533-8538
Crisis: 647-370-8300
Short Description
Emergency short term shelter, including crisis intervention and counselling, family support, and legal, housing, education and employment support; advocacy and outreach; workshops
- capacity 35
- Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process
iDetermine.ca
Online chat support for women experiencing violence and abuse; professional counsellors assist with emotional support, safety planning, referrals and information
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YWCA Arise
Toronto
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Office: 416-929-3316
Crisis: 416-929-3316
Short Description
Referrals from Assaulted Women's Helpline only, 416-863-0511
Emergency shelter, including counselling, crisis intervention, needs assessment, mental health and addiction counselling, immigration and housing assistance, referrals and support (medical, financial, legal, employment, housing, parenting, immigration, substance abuse, cycle of violence), and advocacy for clients and their children; children's program includes children's group, counselling and recreation
Emergency shelter, including counselling, crisis intervention, needs assessment, mental health and addiction counselling, immigration and housing assistance, referrals and support (medical, financial, legal, employment, housing, parenting, immigration, substance abuse, cycle of violence), and advocacy for clients and their children; children's program includes children's group, counselling and recreation
- capacity 27
- ex-residents support program
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YWCA Women's Shelter
Toronto
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Office: 416-693-6978
Crisis: 416-693-7342
Short Description
Women leaving abuse call Assaulted Women's Helpline, 416-863-0511
Emergency shelter includes counselling, crisis management, needs assessment, referrals and support (medical, financial, legal, employment, education, housing), and advocacy for clients and their children
- capacity 33
- 1 accessible room
- public education
children's program includes individual and group counselling, recreational activities
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Violence Against Women Services
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-394-2950
Crisis: 416-394-2999
Alternate Office: 416-394-2424
Assaulted Women's Helpline: 416-863-0511
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Supportive community-based emergency and support services, includes shelter, crisis intervention, counselling, safety planning, and support group programs for women and their children
- information and referral
- accompaniment and advocacy
- assistance in obtaining services
- development of support networks
- outreach and home visit services provided in various community locations
Emergency shelter
- includes counselling, referrals, court and immigration escort, follow-up, and advocacy and assistance with housing, welfare, immigration, medical and legal services
- capacity 30
- children's programs
Transitional and Housing Support Program
- counselling, crisis intervention, safety planning, assistance obtaining affordable housing, and follow-up
Women and Communities Against Violence (WACAV)
- builds and strengthens linkages between under-serviced areas, supports service providers and shelters
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Shelter and Transitional Support Services
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-638-7335
Crisis: 416-863-0511
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Violence Against Women (VAW) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Emergency Shelter
- 40-bed, trauma-informed emergency shelter providing safe, confidential accommodation
- pet friendly; on-site kennel available for dogs and cats
- 24/7 crisis intervention and emotional support
- individual and group counselling
- referrals, advocacy, and court accompaniment
- personalized safety planning and service coordination
- housing supports
- children's programming
- community education and outreach
- transitional support services
- assistance finding permanent affordable housing
- help accessing subsidized childcare and local schools
- school registration support
- educational workshops, recreational activities, and outings
- follow-up services for continued safety and well-being
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Gender-Based Violence Shelter
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-423-0310
Crisis: 416-863-0511
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
Emergency shelter, including meals, crisis counselling and support, child care, referrals, outreach and housing support
- capacity 50
- length of stay depends on need
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Nellie's Shelter
Toronto (17km)
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Office: 416-461-9519
Crisis: 416-461-1084
Toronto
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Short Description
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
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Women's Shelter
Ajax (21km)
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Office: 905-426-1064 ext 2223
Crisis: 905-426-1064 press 1
Ajax
Ajax, ON
Ajax, ON
Short Description
Emergency shelter. Free and confidential services to women who are or have experienced abuse
- 24-hour crisis line
- access to resources and support services
- promote public awareness
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Evangeline Residence
Toronto (22km)
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Office: 416-762-9636
2808 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON, M6P 1Y5
Toronto, ON, M6P 1Y5
Short Description
Emergency shelter, includes
- capacity 86
- meals
- life skills programs
- crisis intervention
- clothing
- housing help
- counselling and referrals
- advocacy
- maximum length of stay varies according to need
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Family Shelter for Men and Children
Toronto (22km)
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Office: 647-479-9611 ext 1
26 Mansur Terrace
Toronto, ON, M3J 3R1
Toronto, ON, M3J 3R1
Short Description
Safe, spacious temporary residence, residential services include:
- emergency case management
- emergency trauma counselling
- male survivors of domestic abuse support group
- food, clothing and additional in-house resources
- Legal Clinic for family and criminal law matters
- Fathering After Separation or Divorce - parenting program
- drop-in peer support group
- assistance with housing applications
- outreach and advocacy on behalf of men and their children
- referrals to additional external services
Capacity is up to 10 families, or 24 individuals
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Anduhyaun Emergency Women's Shelter
Toronto (23km)
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Office: 416-920-1492
Crisis: 416-920-1492 ext 221
Head Office, 1296 Weston Rd
Toronto, ON, M6M 4R3
Toronto, ON, M6M 4R3
Short Description
Residence and emergency shelter (capacity 24) including counselling for residents and non-residents, crisis intervention and sexual assault counselling
- Full-Moon ceremony, Sharing Circle and Healing Circle
- life skills program and cultural activities from Indigenous perspective
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Florence Booth House
Toronto (24km)
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Office: 416-737-5448
66 Norfinch Dr
Toronto, ON, M3N 1X1
Toronto, ON, M3N 1X1
Short Description
Emergency shelter, capacity 104, includes
- meals, clothing
- counselling and referrals
- crisis intervention
- advocacy and housing help
- life skills
- maximum length of stay varies according to individual case plan
- safe environment, spiritual care
- recreational events
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London
Mississauga (32km)
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5659 McAdam Rd, Unit B4
Mississauga, ON, L4Z 1N9
Mississauga, ON, L4Z 1N9
Short Description
Transitional shelter for women (with or without children) who are fleeing violence, homelessness, or poverty * accommodates 10 women and children * average stay is 3-4 months
- 24-hour security system
- children's play room
- mental health assessment
- on-site laundry
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Y's Wish Shelter
Oshawa
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Office: 905-576-6743
Crisis: 905-576-2997
Office: 1-888-576-2997
Short Description
Emergency shelter
- 15 bed shelter
- services include counselling, referrals and advocacy
- transitional support and children's advocate worker
- crisis line
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