Family and Natural Supports (FANS) Program

Family and Natural Supports (FANS) Program aims to connect youth who are at risk of being homeless or are newly homeless to their self-identified family and natural support system as well as establish their connection to community. The support worker will assess the situation and help identify barriers and assist in removing these barriers to prevent homelessness through a variety of strategies such as community referral/connection, life skill development, mediation when appropriate, support to find appropriate alternative housing when needed, assist in finding financial support, facilitate a healthy relationship or contact with family members/supports and connect youth/young adult to long-term external supports or activities. This program helps both the youth and the family to resolve issues related to housing and ensure the youth has stable and safe housing.