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Niagara Chapter Native Women - Youth Transition Worker
Offered by Niagara Chapter Native Women
In short
The YITW will support Indigenous youth leaving care to transition from the child welfare sector into adulthood.
- Who it is for
- Indigenous people; Indigenous
- What it helps with
- Help with drinking or drugs, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Where
- 1088 Garrison Rd, Fort Erie, ON L2A 1N9
- How to reach
- Contact through Niagara Chapter Native Women: (905) 871-8770 · info.ncnw@gmail.com · Website
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About this service
The YITW will support Indigenous youth leaving care to transition from the child welfare sector into adulthood. Currently, eligible youth between the ages of 18 to 21 receive financial and/or non-financial supports through the Continued Care and Support for Youth (CCSY) program. However, the YITW Program will extend non-financial supports to youth ages 16 to 24 (inclusive). Youth will be connected to educational, employment, housing, life skills, mental health and other supports in their communities, and given support to navigate the transition from care to adulthood.
The needs of youth leaving Childrens Aid Society care are complex and interconnected. At the age of 18, these youth must assume responsibility for their own health and well-being, relationships, employment, housing, education, and building connections within their communities. Many youth also face the challenge of transitioning to adult support systems, including health and mental health, and social services systems.
How do I get in touch?
Call (905) 871-8770, email info.ncnw@gmail.com, or use the website.
Listed in Fort Erie, Ontario.
1088 Garrison Rd, Fort Erie, ON L2A 1N9
1088 Garrison Rd, Fort Erie, ON L2A 1N9Fort Erie, Ontario
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