Housing and homelessness in Nanaimo, British Columbia
Nanaimo Housing First Initiative
Offered by John Howard Society - Nanaimo Region
In short
Housing First is a client-centered and recovery-oriented approach to ending homelessness.
- Who it is for
- Adults, People on a low income
- What it helps with
- A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Money to get by, Help with drinking or drugs, Help with my mental health, A fresh start
- Where
- 2353 Rosstown Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R6
- How to reach
- Contact through John Howard Society - Nanaimo Region: (250) 754-1266 · housing@johnhowardnanaimo.org · Website
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About this service
Housing First is a client-centered and recovery-oriented approach to ending homelessness. There are no requirements for housing readiness, compliance to medication, or sobriety.Rather, it is an intervention rooted in the philosophy that all people deserve housing and that adequate housing is a precondition for recovery. This model is "housing first" not "housing only."
Our team believes that the best kind of treatment is a partnership where we collaborate together with our clients. The programs strengths-based community approach allows clients to be active in their recovery. Everything is tailored to the clients unique strengths and needs. We also believe in the importance of creating meaningful community connections.
How to apply for housing:
A referral to Housing First starts with a Vulnerability Assessment (VAT) of Housing and Housing Support Needs. Please contact:
Nanaimo Region John Howard Society housing@johnhowardnanaimo.org (250) 754-1266 or (250) 668-6200
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 754-1266, email housing@johnhowardnanaimo.org, or use the website.
Listed in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
2353 Rosstown Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R6
2353 Rosstown Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R6Nanaimo, British Columbia
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