Transitional Housing

Type Of Service

Support Within Housing - Mental Health

Program Description

Abiona Centre, in collaboration with Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC), provides 27 rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units. Twenty-three (one-bedroom units) and four (two-bedroom units) are available to young parenting mothers aged 16-24, with a maximum stay of up to four years.

Clients must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Young mothers aged 16-24 who are the primary caregivers (would have had their first child by the age of 19)
- Homeless or under-housed
- On waitlist with Access to Housing Toronto (potential clients will be assisted in their applications if necessary and appropriate)
- Demonstrate a financial need
- Applicant should be working or enrolled in a full-time or part-time program (training, trades, school, etc.)
- Demonstrate the ability to live independently
- Willing to participate in case management, monthly tenant meetings, quarterly service plans and workshops facilitated by Abiona Centre or in collaboration with partners.

Access Information

Please contact the Program Coordinator for referral information.

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Homelessness / At Risk, Women/Girls, Youth
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: Female
• Age: 13 to 24 years of age
• Catchment: County/District/Region: City of Toronto
• Not Accessible
• Languages: English
• Virtual Service: No

Location

Abiona Centre - Toronto - Sheppard Avenue W

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Address

1900 Sheppard Avenue W

Toronto

Operated By

Abiona Centre

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Hours

Main Hours: Open 24/7

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 416-425-6348