Housing and homelessness in Toronto, Ontario
Ernestine's - Child and Youth Program
Offered by Ernestine's Women's Shelter
In short
The program supports children and youth at the shelter to overcome the trauma of witnessing or being abused.
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- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth; Youth, Babies and toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12), Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Help with my mental health, Help raising my kids, Help for my family, A fresh start, Making and creating
- How to reach
- Contact through Ernestine's Women's Shelter: (416) 746-3701 · Website
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About this service
The program supports children and youth at the shelter to overcome the trauma of witnessing or being abused. This is done through counselling, encouraging self-expression and creativity, establishing routine, and unlearning unhealthy behaviours.
This program recognizes the impact of violence on children and youth and acknowledges that their rights are separate and distinct from those of their parents.
The Child and Youth program is designed to give clients a supportive environment where they can express themselves safely. The programs activities include:
- Homework Clubs
- Reading Circles
- Arts and Crafts
- Self-Esteem Exercises
- Mother and Child Activities
- One-on-One Time
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 746-3701, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.