Housing and homelessness in Toronto, Ontario
Strides Toronto - Youth in Transition Program (YIT)
Offered by The Etobicoke Children's Centre
In short
The Youth in Transition Program helps support youth transitioning from the child welfare sector into adulthood. To be eligible, youth must be between 16 24 years old and a child in extended society care.
- Who it is for
- Youth; Youth, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Money to get by, Medical care, Help with drinking or drugs, Legal help and my rights, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- Suite 313, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9
- How to reach
- (416) 438-3697 · Website
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About this service
The Youth in Transition Program helps support youth transitioning from the child welfare sector into adulthood. To be eligible, youth must be between 16 24 years old and a child in extended society care.
Some resources and supports may include:
- Housing and or educational supports;
- Employment and services training;
- Life skills (e.g. financial management, household management);
- Legal services and;
- Health and mental health services.
Youth receive other supports including snacks and TTC fare to help them go to interviews, job fairs or on housing hunts. Our Youth In Transition Workers meet youth where it is more convenient for them; in the community, at coffee shops, libraries or at the office. The length we work with the youth varies based on their long-term and short-term goals.
Referrals can be made by Childrens Aid Service workers, school, families, other service providers or the youth can refer themselves.
Who can use it?
Ages: 16 24 For children/youth in extended society care
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 438-3697, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.
Suite 313, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9
Suite 313, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9Toronto, Ontario
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